A TRIUMPH OF UNITY AND VISION: RT. HON. SUNNY EKPETIKA EKPESON EMERGES AS THE UNIFYING FORCE FOR ETSAKO EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCIL, PAVING THE WAY FOR INCLUSIVE GROWTH AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AS THE CHAIRMANSHIP CANDIDATE OF ALL PROGRESSIVE CONGRESS (APC) IN ETSAKO EAST
Etsako East, Edo State – We proudly stand as advocates of peace, unity, and purposeful leadership. In a time when differing voices filled the air, clarity has prevailed, and a collective direction has emerged. Rt. Hon. Sunny Ekpetika Ekpeson has been widely endorsed as the leading chairmanship candidate, alongside Hon. Charles Aloaye Dagana as his running mate, under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
It is often said that the will of the people reflects a higher purpose. The overwhelming acceptance of Rt. Hon. Ekpeson and Hon. Dagana by party members and the broader community signals a significant step forward for democratic expression in Etsako East Local Government. This moment represents renewed confidence in leadership shaped by the genuine voice of the people.
Across all ten wards of the local government, Rt. Hon. Ekpeson’s leadership has already made a meaningful impact during his time in office. His approach reflects the aspirations of the people—placing community development, infrastructure, and collective prosperity above personal interests. Etsako East is now poised to embrace a future driven by vision, accountability, and inclusive growth.
At this important juncture, Rt. Hon. Ekpeson extends a message of unity, peace, and shared progress. He calls on fellow aspirants, party stakeholders, and the entire people of Etsako East to come together in the spirit of cooperation to build a stronger and more prosperous local government. His vision is one of collaboration, where every voice matters and every hand contributes to development.
On April 3rd, 2026, the atmosphere across the local government was filled with celebration as supporters, stakeholders, youth groups, and community members expressed their joy and confidence in the outcome. The widespread support reflects the trust and credibility Rt. Hon. Ekpeson has built over time through his dedication to grassroots development.
The primary election, conducted in line with established party guidelines and supervised by officials, saw an impressive participation of delegates. Their votes demonstrated strong confidence in Rt. Hon. Ekpeson’s leadership capacity and his vision for a more united and progressive Etsako East. The outcome has energized party members and strengthened optimism for success in the forthcoming local government elections.
In his remarks following the announcement, Rt. Hon. Sunny Ekpetika Ekpeson expressed heartfelt appreciation to the people of Etsako East. He described the mandate as a shared victory and reaffirmed his commitment to an inclusive administration. His priorities include strengthening unity, enhancing security, empowering the youth, improving infrastructure, and driving sustainable economic development.
The journey to this point featured vibrant participation from aspirants across various wards, all contributing to a healthy democratic process within the APC. Emerging from this process, Rt. Hon. Ekpeson and Charles Dagana as his vice has received broad support as the party’s standard-bearer, reflecting a united resolve to advance the progress and stability of Etsako East Local Government.
Signed:
Comr. Amb. Abass Egbezemogie Yunusah
Chief Press Secretary
Etsako East Local Government Council, Agenebode
