Rev Father Andrew Obinyan Declares Candidacy for 2024 Edo State Governorship

 Rev Father Andrew Obinyan Declares Candidacy for 2024 Edo State Governorship

RALD NEWS MEDIA Exclusive: Rev Father Andrew Obinyan Declares Candidacy for 2024 Edo State Governorship

In a groundbreaking announcement, Rev Father Andrew Obinyan of Saint Francis Catholic Church in Benin has officially thrown his hat into the ring for the 2024 Edo State governorship. Addressing the media at the Edo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) press center, Father Obinyan expressed his commitment to selfless service.

The priest, while refraining from revealing his political party affiliation, cited the persistent calls and pressures from various groups as the driving force behind his decision to enter the gubernatorial race.

In his statement to RALD NEWS MEDIA, Father Obinyan emphasized his training and readiness to serve the people of Edo State. He shared, “After extensive consultations and consideration, I am affirmatively nodding to the beckoning calls from well-meaning Edo people and Nigerians across party lines. As a priest, I am trained and equipped to serve, not to be served.”

Jude Aigbona, the leader of the Rev. Fr. Obinyan Movement, advocated for a change in leadership dynamics, urging Edo people to give the priest a chance to govern. Aigbona highlighted Father Obinyan's tested and trusted service, proposing a shift from traditional politicians and technocrats in the upcoming election. Stay tuned to RALD NEWS MEDIA for comprehensive coverage of Father Obinyan's journey in the Edo State governorship race.