COSON Endorses Kate Henshaw, KSB, Others For 2015 Elections

The Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON) has announced that it is throwing its weight solidly behind the aspiration of its frontline member, Kenny Saint-Best (KSB) and other entertainers seeking political offices in the 2015 general elections.‎

At a press conference held at the society’s head office early in the week. Speaking at the event, COSON Chairman, Chief Tony Okoroji said the purpose of the briefing is to make it clear that COSON does not support any political party as its members all over the country can be found in parties like APGA, APC, Labour Party, PDP, etc.

 He, however, said COSON is fully supporting the entertainment candidates regardless of party affiliations. ‘With the rebasing of the Nigerian economy, it has finally been acknowledged that entertainment is adding meaningfully to Nigeria’s GDP.

What we have seen so far however is the tip of the ice berg. One of our key objectives is to make Lagos the entertainment capital of Africa with a bustling 24 hour a day economy with active nightclubs, restaurants, concert venues, carnivals, production centers, fashion shows, gaming establishments, etc.

This will fuel a travel and tourism boom never seen in this region and create enormous jobs and wealth for our citizens,’ Okoroji said. In addition, he added: ‘That is why I wish to make it clear that COSON is fully supporting the candidacy of Desmond Eliot, 9ice, Tony Tetuila, Kate Henshaw, Bob Manuel Udokwu, Julius Agwu and others with entertainment backgrounds.

They understand our aspirations for the Nigerian nation and speak our language. They will join the likes of Richard Mofe Damijo and Tony One Week who have served in political positions without blemish.’ Highlighting her plans for her constituency, KSB noted that if elected, she will work tirelessly to ensure that the dream of Lagos State towards becoming the entertainment capital of Africa materialises.

 She stated that she will also work hard to address issues concerning women, children, education and the less privileged.

[thenet.ng]