The Labour Party, LP, in Edo State has selected Paul Okojie as its flagbearer for the forthcoming National Assembly by-election in the Edo Central Senatorial District.

Okojie emerged as the party’s candidate following a unanimous voice vote by accredited delegates at the party’s primary. The seat became vacant after Monday Okpebholo, the former occupant, assumed office as Governor of Edo State.

In his acceptance speech, Okojie expressed confidence in securing victory at the polls, stressing that the people of Edo Central deserve strong and vocal representation in the Senate.

“I’m confident of winning. We’re taking our campaign directly to the grassroots, where the people will ultimately decide. Edo Central is in need of a senator who will boldly speak up and champion their interests,” he said.

He lamented the lack of federal presence in the region and the absence of impactful representation in recent years. According to him, he is determined to reverse that trend if elected.

“For too long, the voices of our people have been muted in the Senate. We’ve had senators who failed to speak up or attract meaningful development. That needs to change, and I’m ready to lead that transformation,” Okojie added.

He dismissed the influence of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, and the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the race, describing their candidates as beatable.

“I’m not intimidated by the APC or PDP. What matters is the quality of the candidate, and I believe I’m the right choice. I don’t have a political godfather, but I have the people, and that’s all the support I need.”