By Cajetan Mmuta
The frontline Governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) for the November 6 election in Anambra State, Chief Valentine Ozigbo, has been endorsed by the Hausa community in the State.

Leader of the Hausa Community in Anambra State, Alhaji Bashir Mohammed who spoke at the colourful ceremony held at the Ozigbo Vanguard office in Awka and which attracted over a thousand members of the Hausa community living in the South Eastern state, said Chief Ozigbo deserves their support as he was the only candidate that has reached out to them and made solid plans to partner with them if elected.

Alhaji Mohammed lauded Ozigbo for having a listening ear to their various requests, especially regarding security, and the desire to treat them as citizens of the state.

He urged all the Hausa people living in Anambra to vote massively for Ozigbo and the PDP, pointing out that the ruling APGA has failed to live up to expectations.

Chief Ozigbo In his address expressed appreciation to the group for coming out in their numbers to show love and solidarity for his candidacy, promising to reciprocate their actions when he is elected into office governor.

Ozigbo, who was accompanied by former Vice Presidential candidate of the PDP during the 2015 elections Mr Peter Obi, also pledged to create a free and fair environment for all businesses to thrive irrespective of the state of origin or tribe.

He further promised to ensure the peace and freedom of worship of the adherents of all faiths in the state.

“I want to assure you that you will be happier when I become the governor of Anambra State. You will be free to go about your business without fear of harassment. You will be part of my government and feel the impact of good governance. Anambra will be your home, and you will be free to express your faith.

“I assure you that this support will be the best decision you have made in Anambra State. I will pay you back with love and treat you like members of my family,” Ozigbo declared.

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Former Governor of the state, Mr. Peter Obi thanked the group for taking a stand and opting to be on the right side of history.

He reassured the Hausa Community that Ozigbo would not take their support for granted.

“Anambra is your home. We are all Nigerians and want to live in a peaceful, secure country. Just like our brothers have become members in your various states, you are now one of us and deserve a governor that will accommodate you”, Obi added