Dionis Sota is the first candidate for mayor of Vlora. Sota, a tour operator and also the president of the Arta tourism association, has announced his candidacy as an independent candidate.
Through a status on his Facebook page, Sota has listed the things he will do differently for Vlora while calling on opposition parties and others to unite to support his candidacy.
"I am running with full confidence for a city where every resident, from the center of Vlora to the villages of Orikum, Shushica and Novosela, feels valued. A Vlora full of motivation, energy and love without division or hostility! Vlora is and should be the first, and every Vlora is a precious gem!"
All inspiration comes from our children, our parents, and our dear grandparents!
This personal initiative is a challenging sacrifice, born just 48 hours ago from the encouragement of friends and the coincidences of life, from God, the only beacon of my journey!
I feel deep longing and weakness for all our society and friends who emigrated and are emigrating, losing hope in this gem of Albania, misused for so many years without any transparency. It is painful…
But I want with all my heart to turn Vlora into a repopulated home, for our children to grow up here, for our beloved grandparents far from loneliness! I have known this city for 45 years. I was born, grew up, worked here and continue to work, meeting and getting to know thousands of hardworking, ambitious people, but also full of daily troubles and obstacles. I humbly say that I know the problems of this city and every village around it very well!
Urgent Priorities: For Every Administrative Center!
I promise equal attention to all our administrative centers: Vlorë, Orikum, Vlorë Center, Novoselë and Shushicë!", writes Sota, among other things.