Ikpeazu Reacts To Senatorial Election Defeat

The governor of Abia state, Okezie Ikpeazu has declared himself a fulfilled man despite losing his bid to secure a senate seat.

Ikpeazu contested for the Abia south district senatorial seat but was defeated by Enyinnaya Abaribe, the incumbent.

In a statement signed by Onyebuchi Ememanka, his chief press secretary, Ikpeazu said his government is committed to ensuring peace and security in Abia.

“Our government is resolutely committed to ensuring continuous security and peace that Abia has consistently enjoyed under my watch,” he said.

“We are grateful to God that so far there is no single account of any loss of life during the presidential and national assembly elections. There were also no reports of electoral violence.

“On a personal note, I am a fulfilled man. I have won many battles and elections, including defeating Covid-19. Elections will come and go every four years and just like in any other contest, you win some and lose some.”

Ikpeazu added that the state government is resolute in ensuring that the peace and security which defined the last elections would be replicated in the gubernatorial and state house of assembly polls.