I did not collect the bribe to endorse Mbah, the candidate of the Democratic Progressive Party – Reson of the previous government
The former Enugu state governor, Mr Sullivan Cheem, on Tuesday rejected the implication that he raised money from Mr Peter Mbah of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to endorse him as the next governor of the state.
In response to the reports that have been made, Chime said he endorses Mbah, the CEO of Pinnacle Oil because of his impressive pedigree and competence.
The Governor and former leader of the Congress for the Progressive Party of Enugu State said he supports Mbah for the progress and development of the state.
He stressed that the candidate of the Democratic Progressive Party would add more value to the state.
People say I raised money to endorse the DPP’s gubernatorial candidate, but that’s not true.
“I have checked the credentials of all the candidates and I am convinced that Mbah will perform better than the others.
“By March, I will have turned 64 and want a good future for my grandchildren. With Mbah, Enugu State’s future is safe and secure,” he said.
Chim added that people should vote on the basis of competence, character and ability and not for the party, saying that this party will not rule Enugu State.
He described Mbah as someone who knows what to do at any given time and is easy to reach for advice and correction.
“With what he’s done at Pinnacle Oil and Gas, he’s going to change the country and I urge people to come out on March 11th and vote for Mbah,” Chim stressed.
He also accused the people of Enugu state of renouncing violence during the elections and voting wisely.
Chime said he left the PDP for the APC because Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi was not performing according to expectations.
“I left the PDP to APC because I found things weren’t moving the way they should,” he said.
Chime also denied joining the APC to evade arrest and investigation with the administration as Governor of Enugu State.
I did not collect the bribe to endorse Mbah, the candidate of the Democratic Progressive Party – Reson of the previous government
