The Chairman of Idemili North Local Government Area, Hon. Stanley Nkwoka has agreed on a strategic partnership with tipper drivers across Anambra state to support Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s re-election campaign.
Speaking during a meeting with the executives of the Tipper Drivers Union comprising 74 members at the Idemili North Secretariat, Nkwoka urged the drivers to unite and speak with one voice to effectively engage with the government and resolve longstanding issues facing the union, particularly extortion and harassment.
The Mayor noted that Soludo’s victory in the November 8 gubernatorial election is almost certain and advised opposition candidates from wasting their resources.
The local government boss who is also a former tipper driver, said his appointment as Mayor was a testament to Governor Soludo’s commitment to inclusivity.
“It is better to form a common front for the actualization of Governor Soludo’s second term bid. After that, we can present our collective demands for actions.
“I pity anyone who thinks he can challenge Soludo and win. He will just be wasting his money,” he stated.
“When my name was considered for this role, many questioned how a tipper driver could be appointed a mayor. But the governor ignored those gossips because he is rational and meticulous. That’s why I am here today,” he said.
Describing tipper drivers as hardworking individuals, not criminals, Nkwoka assured the union that their partnership with the government would lead to greater recognition and lasting solutions to their problems.
“The governor listens. If we work together with him, we can resolve every challenge. The tipper driver is not a criminal but a hard working citizen who lives off the sweat of his brow,” he added.
He praised this administration’s ongoing infrastructural improvements, particularly in road construction, which the tipper drivers said has significantly reduced vehicle maintenance costs for them.
“Your vehicles rarely go to the mechanic these days because of the good roads built by this administration. That is why we must support the government to continue his good works,” Nkwoka said.
The mayor maintained that since they have agreed to formally establish a pro-Soludo support group within the tipper driver community,there is to show commitment and achieve greater goals.
