By Akin Babalola
The Presidential bid of Sen. Anyim Pius Anyim has received a big boost as the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) pledges support towards his presidential aspiration.
The endorsement was announced when the FCT-PDP executives met with the presidential aspirant in Abuja as part of Anyim’s consultations.
Receiving the politicians in his campaign office in Garki 11, Abuja, the former President of the Senate revealed his knowledge of the socio-political and developmental needs of the FCT, pledging to address contending issues with the view to resolving them.
According to the PDP presidential aspirant, he had lived all his working life in the FCT since 1989, placing him in a good stead to appreciate what the issues are. According to the PDP chieftain, “I have been part of the growth and development of the Territory and I have clear ideas of how to tackle challenges that have risen following the rapid and fast growth witnessed in Abuja”.
Telling his visitors that he remains one of them, Anyim said: “FCT is the landlord of Nigeria and I am one of you.
“When I completed my NYSC in Sokoto State in 1989, I moved down to Abuja and I have remained here till date.
“I therefore have the confidence as one of your own to ask for your support.
“Entrust me with the critical assignment to rebuild our dear country. I promise you that I will not fail you.
“With your vote for me at the Presidential Primary Election, you will be making a worthy and invaluable investment in building the Nigeria we and our children will be proud of.
“Together, let us go for a greater Nigeria where security, peace, unity, inclusiveness and prosperity will be our collective heritage”, Anyim requested.
He also told them he has a clear understanding of the problems facing Nigeria and understands the solutions to the problems.
In his remark, the leader of the group who is also the FCT Chapter chairman of the party, Zakka Dogo Sunday, assured Anyim of the support of his executive.
He expressed joy that the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation understands the problems facing the territory and assured that the FCT PDP members would support him to become the president of Nigeria in 2023.
