Accord Party candidate for the Edo State governorship election, Comrade Kennedy Iyere, has officially withdrawn from the race, citing the need to focus on national-level development.
A well-known humanitarian and philanthropist, Iyere expressed his desire to leverage his experience to address Nigeria’s growing food insecurity and economic challenges.
Iyere noted that serving as governor would limit his broader ambitions for Nigeria.
“My focus is no longer on the governorship seat but on a higher and bigger portfolio than a Governor. I want to serve Nigerians at large and not just Edo indigenes,” he stated.
This decision follows internal party disputes, including a reported conspiracy involving his running mate, Bright Enabulele, to challenge his candidacy. Despite these challenges, Iyere urged Edo voters to shun violence and vote with their conscience.
Looking forward, Iyere plans to launch his ‘Food4All Initiative’ in October 2024, a program aimed at creating over six million youth and women entrepreneurs through agricultural and social interventions.
“Nigeria will be placed yet again on the pathway of rapid economic recovery,” he said, emphasizing that the initiative will foster self-employment, wealth creation, and poverty alleviation across multiple sectors.
The program promises to address unemployment and empower underserved communities, driving entrepreneurship across the nation.
