The Insight

13/09/2024

Stop Importing Non-Indigenes: Obaseki and PDP Warned to Cease Electoral Manipulation in Edo State

Press Statement

For Immediate Release

The All Progressives Congress (APC) New Media Directorate has uncovered a disturbing plan orchestrated by Governor Godwin Obaseki and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to undermine the integrity of the upcoming Edo State elections.

Credible intelligence reveals that Governor Obaseki is mobilizing individuals across various bus parks in the state, with a specific focus on bringing in non-indigenes from the North to manipulate the voting process. This sinister plot aims to flood polling units with outsiders, thereby disenfranchising legitimate APC supporters and corrupting the electoral process.

The APC New Media Directorate strongly condemns this brazen and undemocratic tactic by the PDP. We will not tolerate any attempts to import voters or deny the people of Edo their right to freely and fairly choose their leaders. Governor Obaseki and his party must immediately cease this unlawful scheme, or face serious legal consequences.

Our commitment to a free, fair, and credible election remains unshaken. We call on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies to act swiftly in monitoring these developments and ensuring that no external interference jeopardizes the sanctity of the vote.

We urge the people of Edo to remain vigilant and protect their votes. Stand firm against the PDP’s deceitful tactics, and come out in full force to ensure that your future is secured under the leadership of Senator Monday Okpebholo and Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa.

Governor Obaseki, the people of Edo and the nation are watching closely. Desist from these underhanded tactics, as democracy will not be subverted on our watch.

Signed,

Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah
Director, APC New Media Directorate

13/09/2024

APC To Host Educational Grants And Women Empowerment Day In Edo

Ahead of the upcoming governorship election in Edo State, the All Progressives Congress (APC) will host an *Educational Grants and Women Empowerment Day* on Monday, September 16, 2024, to promote education and women’s development in the state.

Powered by Hon. Omorede Osifo, APC National Deputy Treasurer, and Amb. Western Iyamu, Convener of Diaspora Friends of Senator Monday Okpebholo, the event will have Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa as one of the key figures in attendance. Serving as *Fathers of the Day* will be Edo APC apex leader, Senator Adams Aliu Oshiomhole, and Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu.

Other notable attendees include former deputy governors Dr. Pius Egberamwen Odubu and Hon. Lucky Imasuen, Senator Matthew Urhoghide, Prince Austin Eweka, and General Cecil Esekhaigbe (rtd). The *Mothers of the Day* will feature Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu and Lady Betty Okoebor, the APC Edo State Women Leader.

These prominent personalities are expected to show their support for the APC governorship ticket. The event will also feature a special appearance by Nollywood actor Kunle Coker, adding entertainment to the proceedings.

Other prominent APC leaders expected to attend include Emperor Jarret Tenebe, Chairman of the Edo State APC, Engr. Lawrence Okah, Secretary of the Edo State APC, Hon. Patrick Obahiagbon, Leader of Oredo APC, Hon. Osazee Imasogie aka Zaggy, APC leader Mrs. Itohan Edokpolo, Edo South APC Senatorial Women Leader, Chief Mrs. Toyin Opawoye, APC National Ex-Officio (North-Central), Chief Bisi Idaomi Esq., Director of Administration for the Edo State APC Campaign Council, and Hon. Osaro Obazee, former Oredo Local Government Council Chairman, among others.

With the theme “*A New Edo Rising*,” the event will serve as a major platform for endorsing the APC's governorship candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, popularly known as Akpakomiza, and his running mate, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, also known as Denco. Both candidates are committed to advancing education and women’s empowerment as key aspects of their campaign for the Edo State gubernatorial election.

The Okpebholo Mandate Coalition, led by Hon. Omorede Osifo, and the Diaspora Friends of Senator Okpebholo, are calling on all Edo residents to join them in their mission for a better Edo under APC leadership. The event will commence at 12 noon and promises strong community and political engagement.

APC To Host Educational Grants And Women Empowerment Day In Edo

11/09/2024

The Real Agenda Behind Edo State’s School Closure: Unmasking Obaseki’s Deceptive Policies

The Edo State Government’s recent extension of the school resumption date, framed as a measure to protect children from fuel price hikes and alleged APC thuggery, is a transparent attempt to mislead the public and deflect from their own failures and deceit.

Initially, the government claimed that school closures were due to the increased cost of fuel, a claim that conveniently ignores the fact that Governor Obaseki has consistently profited from fuel price surges. Instead of using this revenue windfall, which includes over ₦17 billion monthly from FAAC and Internally Generated Revenue, to support families and mitigate the impact of fuel price hikes, Obaseki has chosen to exploit these crises for political gain. This shows a flagrant disregard for the welfare of Edo’s children and their education.

With the government’s credibility already in tatters, they’ve now shifted their narrative, accusing the APC of recruiting thugs to create chaos.

The sudden shift in narrative—accusing the APC of recruiting thugs—unveils the real motive behind this resumption extension. The true goal is to force our children to remain at home while the PDP unleashes mayhem across the streets of Edo. Innocent citizens, especially those suspected of supporting the APC, are now vulnerable to being tracked down, harassed, and attacked by PDP’s mercenary forces. Under the guise of “protecting children,” the PDP is scheming to clamp down on political opposition, using schools as a political chess piece.

We have already witnessed targeted violence against APC gatherings across Edo North, Edo Central, and other parts of the state, with PDP-affiliated thugs terrorizing our communities under government protection. The shameful celebration of the attack on APC members in Ososo is proof of this government’s violent intentions.

Beyond the violence, the economic consequences of these school closures are devastating. Families who depend on the resumption of schools are left without income, and the ripple effects are staggering. The sale of books, uniforms, and educational supplies has ground to a halt. Food vendors who make a living from school traffic have seen their income evaporate. Transport services, cleaners, security workers, and countless others who rely on school-related activities are being plunged into hardship. All this because of a government determined to use our children’s future as a pawn in its dirty political games.

Governor Obaseki, his administration, and their puppet candidate Asue Ighodalo must be exposed for the charlatans they are. Their strategy is to keep Edo’s children at home while they orchestrate violent attacks on innocent citizens, terrorizing those who dare to support the APC.

The people of Edo must not fall for these tricks. We see through the lies, and we will not allow this government to succeed in their campaign of fear and deception. The APC remains committed to protecting the rights of Edo citizens and ensuring the safety and future of our children.

Signed,

Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah

Director

APC New Media Directorate

10/09/2024

Obaseki and Ighodalo Ready for War: Edo People Must Reject Tyranny

For Immediate Release...

The APC New Media Directorate is compelled to raise the alarm on the growing threats against democracy and freedom in Edo State. It has come to our reliable notice that the Edo State government, under Governor Godwin Obaseki, has reportedly recruited over 11,000 thugs masquerading as members of the state’s vigilante network.

These individuals have been tasked with causing mayhem and terrorizing the opposition in a desperate attempt to force the emergence of Asue Ighodalo as the next governor of Edo State.

This plan is not a rumor; it is happening now. Opposition figures are being arrested and sent to far-off states on false charges of terrorism, gun-running, and other made-up crimes. Innocent people are being taken from their homes and families to face unfair trials away from Edo State, all to eliminate APC leaders and supporters before the election.

The Obaseki-led government has transformed Edo’s streets into a battleground, focused on silencing opposition voices. A key part of their strategy is to prevent schools from resuming, clearing the streets for their thugs to execute their violent agenda without restraint. Obaseki and his puppet, Asue Ighodalo, are waging an all-out assault on democracy in Edo State, using tactics that are both despicable and dangerous.

Their plan is evident: target APC strongholds, instill fear, and drive people away from the polls. The APC campaign train has already faced relentless attacks in Edo North. In Benin City, these thugs are reportedly preparing to target individuals and disguise their actions as "cult clashes" to obscure the true political motives behind the violence.

The government’s brutality knows no bounds, and this is a full-scale assault on the democratic rights of the people of Edo. Governor Obaseki is weaponizing fear and violence, with Asue Ighodalo fully complicit in this cowardly attempt to rig the electoral process. The people of Edo must not sit by and allow this criminal plot to unfold.

We urge every citizen of Edo to rise and resist this tyranny. The future of our state hangs in the balance, and now is the time to reject Obaseki’s war on democracy. The APC will not be silenced, and we will continue to stand strong for free, fair, and peaceful elections. The people of Edo have the power to resist this dictatorship, and together, we will ensure that democracy prevails.

Signed,
Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah
Director, APC New Media Directorate

10/09/2024

*Edo 2024: Governor Obaseki Planning Mass Protests To Disrupt Election, APC Raises Alarm*

The Edo State Governorship All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council has alleged that Governor Godwin Obaseki is orchestrating mass protests to disrupt the state and the upcoming election. According to the campaign council, these protests are planned to start on September 15, 2024, and are in...

10/09/2024

Reject Obaseki’s Financial Recklessness and Ighodalo’s Alleged Criminal Legacy—The Future of Edo is at Stake!

PRESS RELEASE FROM APC NEW MEDIA DIRECTORATE

The people of Edo State deserve answers, not excuses. Governor Godwin Obaseki must come clean and tell the people of Edo what exactly he does with the over ₦17 billion in monthly revenue he collects. Each time fuel prices increase, Edo State grows richer, yet its citizens remain impoverished, suffering from a lack of basic infrastructure and development. Instead of using this windfall to improve the lives of the people, Obaseki repackages federal government palliatives like a desperate conman and pours resources into sponsoring his puppet candidate, Asue Ighodalo.

Edo State is sinking under Obaseki’s financial recklessness. The Governor claims to feel the hardship of the people, yet what tangible measures has he implemented to reduce the suffering in our communities? His so-called concern is nothing but a sham. His inability to manage the vast resources of the state for any meaningful development is alarming, and it’s even more shocking that he has the audacity to present Asue Ighodalo—his failed economic adviser—as his successor.

Obaseki’s financial stewardship is a disaster. Under his leadership, Edo’s debt has skyrocketed to over ₦500 billion in domestic debt and hundreds of millions of dollars in foreign debt. Where has all the money gone? It certainly hasn’t gone into building roads, fixing electricity, or providing clean water. Edo remains in the dark—literally and figuratively—while Obaseki and Ighodalo thrive on the suffering of our people.

Asue Ighodalo, the man Obaseki wants to force down the throats of Edo people, carries with him a tainted history. How can a man accused of masterminding the infamous Planwell Ponzi scheme of the 1990s—an act that led to untold suffering, financial ruin, and even suicides in Edo—be trusted to lead this state?

Ighodalo’s track record at Nigerian Breweries, where he is known for sinking the company’s fortunes, speaks for itself. This man has been Obaseki’s right-hand economic adviser, and together, they have driven Edo into a financial black hole.

Obaseki and Ighodalo hide behind big grammar and empty speeches, but Edo people are not fooled. Their MOUs—hundreds of them—have yielded no results. They boast of plans and projections, but our roads remain dilapidated, our communities lack basic utilities, and insecurity is rampant. Even farmers can no longer go to their farms safely, a fact admitted by Ighodalo himself. How dare he now promise solutions to problems that he and his godfather Obaseki created?

We cannot afford another four years of financial recklessness, political intolerance, and arrogant governance. Edo people have been left to suffer, while Obaseki and his clique enjoy the spoils of their deceit. They think the people of Edo are blind to their decptive agenda, but we say NO MORE!

Edo people, it is time to rise up and reject the PDP and its legacy of corruption. Godwin Obaseki has failed us, and his handpicked successor, Asue Ighodalo, is no different. We deserve leaders who will serve the people, not line their pockets. The future of Edo is at stake, and only a decisive rejection of the PDP’s failed governance will put our beloved state on the path to prosperity.

Signed:
Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah
Director, APC New Media Directorate

10/09/2024

They Never Saw Okpebholo Coming: The Rise of Edo’s Unstoppable Political Force

Dem never see me comin' (joor-joor, joor-joor)
Hmm-mm, comin' (l'Eko)
Mo gbe wan ni "is coming" (ii-yeah-yeah, oh-yoh)
Naija boy wey dey go foreign (wey go foreign)
— Bandana by Asake and Fireboy DML

The Edo elections have undoubtedly been the talk of the federation. From the glitz and glamour to the ruffle and tumble, it has been quite amusing and trendy, with both propaganda and facts flying around. But as we reach the final stretch before the polls, one thing has become clear: they never saw Okpebholo coming.

Much like the lyrics of Bandana—“Low-key, all of them don dey notice, I'm not joking”—Senator Monday Okpebholo has quietly but surely risen through the ranks. His journey has not been one of loud proclamations or flashy campaigns, but rather one of dedication, learning, and persistence.

Since the return to democracy in 1999, the senator has been under the mentorship of the legendary Late Chief Anthony Anenih, the PDP patriarch who shaped Nigerian politics. He was, as they say, a Naija boy wey dey go foreign—starting local, now playing in the big leagues.

Senator Monday studied like an apprentice, absorbing the political mastery of Chief Anenih, learning the intricacies of power dynamics and governance. "They never saw him coming," much like in the song, where the rise is slow but unstoppable. Today, he stands as a homegrown leader, representing both Edo’s grassroots and a broader vision for the state.

Okpebholo is the APC’s first candidate to win the Edo Central Senatorial District since 1999—a district that has been the PDP's stronghold for years. While some may argue that internal disputes within the PDP contributed to this victory, the reality is that Okpebholo’s success has only grown. Even Chief Dan Orbih and other key PDP legacy members who once controlled the district are now fully behind Okpebholo’s governorship campaign—having crossed over to the APC. Just like in Bandana, where "low-key, all of them don dey notice," Okpebholo’s rise has caught everyone off-guard, his momentum undeniable.

Endorsements from former PDP heavyweights such as Hon Omosede Igbinedion and Rt Hon Omoregie Ogbeide-Ihama from Edo South, Engr Moses Omo-Ikirodah from Edo North, and the critical backing of Chief Dan Orbih, the PDP South South leader, as well as Joefel from Edo Central, who have all switched allegiances to the APC, highlight the magnitude of his governorship bid. These widespread endorsements merely add to the story of a guy whose success is no longer a rumor—mo gbe wan ni "is coming."

Since the 2000s, Okpebholo has kept it low-key but never lonely—always committed to his people, showing them love, and building a legacy of integrity. The APC is now more united than ever, and with Okpebholo at the helm, Edo is poised for a new era of leadership. He’s a man who embodies humility, compassion, and a relentless drive to work for the people.

As we approach the election, it’s clear that a new Edo is rising. Just like the Bandana song’s message of quiet resilience and ultimate success, they never saw Okpebholo coming, but he’s here, and he's ready to go the distance. Indeed, Naija boy wey dey go foreign, wey go foreign.

I’m sure you’ll love this song—it’s my top pick for the week! Put it on repeat, grab your headphones, and enjoy the vibe.

"Low-key..All of them don dey notice
I'm not joking...All my guys dem, dem know me
Since '06...I've been writin' this story
I no be OG...But, if you ask dem, dem know me"

Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah is the Chairman and CEO of Bush Radio Academy.
👇👇🔥🔥🔥🥰🥰🎉🥰🔥👇👇👇

09/09/2024

Open Letter to IGP: Urgent Call for Enhanced Security as PDP and Obaseki Orchestrate Violence Against APC in Edo State

Dear Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, Ph.D,

It is with great respect and trust in your proven leadership and unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and security of Nigerians that we address this urgent appeal. Under your distinguished command, the Nigeria Police Force has consistently demonstrated a steadfast dedication to upholding law and order across our great nation.

As Edo State approaches one of its most critical elections, we have the highest confidence in your ability to ensure a peaceful and secure democratic process. However, recent developments have compelled us to seek your esteemed office’s urgent intervention.

The campaign rallies of the All Progressives Congress (APC), led by our gubernatorial candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, have been subjected to repeated, unprovoked attacks by individuals and groups loyal to the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). This violence has spread across various regions in Edo State, including Esan, Edo North, and Edo South, leaving our supporters vulnerable and fearful as they exercise their democratic rights.

Most notably, the recent ambush at Ugbekpe Ekperi Ward 6 in Etsako Central Local Government was a vicious and deliberate act aimed at disrupting our campaign trail. This attack, coupled with the broader pattern of violence and intimidation, highlights a troubling trend. It is becoming increasingly apparent that certain elements within the PDP, emboldened by the statements of Governor Godwin Obaseki, are intent on undermining peace and democracy. Notably, Governor Obaseki’s past boast that “Nigeria would burn” reflects a disturbing mindset that appears to be manifesting in these attacks.

Given the escalating violence, we urgently request enhanced security measures throughout Edo State, particularly in known flashpoints. The people of Edo State deserve the assurance that they can participate in the electoral process without fear of intimidation, harassment, or threats to their safety.

Your leadership has always been a beacon of integrity, and we are confident that under your watch, Edo State can experience an election unmarred by violence. We implore you to extend additional police resources and protection to the most vulnerable areas, ensuring that the democratic will of the people is not overtaken by those who would substitute ballots with bullets.

Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. May the Nigeria Police Force continue to be a symbol of peace, justice, and protection for all.

Yours faithfully,
Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah
Director, APC New Media Directorate

07/09/2024

7th September,2024.

*For Immediate Press Release!*

School Resumption Postponment: Obaseki Using the Education of our Children to Play Politics of Desperation.

We leaders and members of the Joint Action for the Defence of Democracy in Edo State, strongly condemn the recent decision by Governor Godwin Obaseki to postpone the resumption of schools under the false pretence of fuel increment. This move is nothing but a desperate attempt to incite parents against the All Progressives Congress (APC) and gain an unfair advantage in the upcoming governorship election.

It is disheartening to see a sitting governor stoop so low as to use the education of our children as a political tool. By delaying the resumption of schools, Obaseki is not only jeopardizing the future of our children but also playing with their academic progress and overall well-being.

Obaseki's actions are driven by sheer desperation to win the election at all costs, even if it means sacrificing the education of our children. This is unacceptable and goes against the principles of good governance and leadership.

We call on Governor Obaseki to immediately reverse his decision and prioritize the education and future of our children above his political ambitions. Our children deserve better than to be used as pawns in a political game.

As concerned citizens and a pro-democracy group in Edo State, we will not stand idly by and watch as Obaseki puts the future of our children at risk for his selfish gains. We urge all parents and stakeholders in the education sector to speak out against this injustice and demand immediate reversal of such an obnoxious policy. The future of Edo State children should not be compromised for political expediency.

Signed.

*Felix Osemewngie Isere,Esq*
Convener, Joint Action for the Defence of Democracy in Edo State(JADDES)

07/09/2024

EDO2024.

If the PDP Guys ask you how much is fuel price(y'all know why they ask that mumu question), tell them Senator Monday Okpebholo has no hand in the hike in price and Asue Ighodalo can not reduce the price either.

Tell them also that Senator Monday Okpebholo in his magnanimity has provided free busses across the state to convey Edo residents. He started this act of kindness long before he became Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

What has Asue Ighodalo done? Nothing!

Support and Vote Senator Monday Okpebholo to get Edo State working again.

06/09/2024

Ize-Iyamu Slams Obaseki’s Eight-Year Administration As “Bad Governance And Deceit”

Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, former Secretary to the Edo State Government and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has criticized the outgoing administration of Governor Godwin Obaseki, describing it as eight years of bad governance, deceit, and lies.

Speaking with reporters on the heels of the APC ward to ward campaign across the Local Government Areas in Edo North Senatorial district, Ize-Iyamu expressed disappointment over the state’s underdevelopment despite receiving substantial funds.

We have witnessed eight years of very bad governance, eight years of deceit, and eight years of lies in Edo State. Considering the huge amount that has come into the state, the so-called development is shameful,” Ize-Iyamu said.

He further claimed that many of the state’s projects remain incomplete, with contractors abandoning sites due to lack of payment.

Looking ahead to the forthcoming governorship election, Ize-Iyamu voiced optimism that Senator Monday Okpebholo, the APC candidate, would bring the much-needed change if elected.

He promised that Okpebholo’s administration would revitalize local government councils, making them more viable and accountable.

“Their funds will be domiciled in their local government areas, and those in charge will be held accountable. We will demand transparency from the Federal Government by pushing for the publication of allocations to local governments, just as it was done when Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala was Minister,” he added.

Published by Caleb Alfred

Ize-Iyamu Slams Obaseki’s Eight-Year Administration As “Bad Governance And Deceit”Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, former Secretary to the Edo State Government and

06/09/2024

Obaseki’s School Closure a Desperate Political Stunt: Playing Politics with Our Children’s Future

The APC New Media Directorate warns the good people of Edo State to be cautious of Governor Godwin Obaseki’s latest antics.

His sudden closure of schools under the guise of rising fuel prices is not only misleading but a blatant attempt to sow confusion and chaos in our state.

Let it be known—since the removal of the fuel subsidy, fuel prices are determined by market forces and beyond the control of the federal government. Obaseki is fully aware of this, yet he has chosen to play politics with the future of our children.

This reckless action, telling children to stay home indefinitely, is nothing short of an invitation to anarchy. At a time when our youths need education more than ever, Obaseki has chosen to deprive them of learning opportunities for his selfish political gain.

He seeks to posture as a "man of the people," while his administration has been nothing but a colossal failure.

Despite receiving over 17 billion Naira in monthly revenue, Obaseki has not built a single new school throughout his tenure. Instead, the educational infrastructure put in place by the "Red Roof Revolution" of Comrade Adams Oshiomhole—schools in every ward across Edo State—has been left to rot.
These schools now lack teachers, desks, and even basic facilities, leaving the students abandoned and forgotten.

Obaseki’s hypocrisy knows no bounds. This is the same man who employed teachers on contract and shamelessly told them that their future as permanent staff depends on the electoral victory of his puppet, Asue Ighodalo.

Does this sound like a leader who genuinely cares about education? His recent actions are nothing more than a desperate ploy to manipulate public opinion and turn the people of Edo against the APC.

Obaseki’s tactics are clear: create confusion, divert attention from his monumental failures, and use the education of our children as a bargaining chip. But we will not be silent in the face of this gross irresponsibility.

Edo people should not be deceived by this charade. Obaseki is trying to score cheap political points ahead of the election by pretending to care about the welfare of our children, when in reality, he has failed to enhance their educational prospects in any meaningful way.

The APC New Media Directorate condemns this in the strongest possible terms. Governor Obaseki’s political games are a direct threat to the future of Edo State. The people deserve better—our children deserve better. Edo deserves real leadership, not a tyrant who puts his political survival above the well-being of the state.

Signed,
Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah
Director, APC New Media Directorate

05/09/2024

Obaseki’s Economic Adviser, Asue Ighodalo, Admits Government Failure—Edo Cannot Afford More of the Same

Press Release:

In a stunning confession during his interview with BBC Pidgin, Asue Ighodalo, the man who served as Governor Godwin Obaseki’s economic adviser for the past eight years, openly admitted that the Edo State government has failed. Ighodalo pointed to the lack of basic amenities such as water and electricity, rampant insecurity, and widespread poverty as key indicators of this failure. Shockingly, he even acknowledged that farmers can no longer safely access their farms.

This admission from Ighodalo, the very person who was responsible for shaping the economic policies of the Obaseki administration, speaks volumes about the disastrous state of affairs in Edo. For eight years, Ighodalo was at the helm of the economic decisions that have now driven Edo State into a pit of despair. The fact that he is now distancing himself from the very government he helped to lead is a desperate attempt to escape accountability.

Let’s be clear: Asue Ighodalo is as culpable as Obaseki for the economic and social decline in Edo State. His attempt to now run for governor on the platform of “fixing” the problems he helped create is not only hypocritical but also insulting to the intelligence of the Edo people.

The facts speak for themselves:

1. Widespread Poverty: Under the watch of Obaseki and Ighodalo, Edo State has seen a significant increase in poverty levels. Despite promises of economic revitalization, the state’s economy has deteriorated, leaving many Edo citizens struggling to make ends meet.

2. Lack of Basic Amenities: Ighodalo admitted there’s no water and no light in Edo State. These are basic needs that any competent government should prioritize, yet under the guidance of Obaseki and Ighodalo, these essentials have been neglected.

3. Escalating Insecurity: The fact that farmers can’t even go to their farms due to insecurity is a glaring failure of governance. The Obaseki administration, with Ighodalo as a key adviser, has failed to protect its citizens, allowing insecurity to spread unchecked across the state.

4. Failure to Deliver on Promises: Ighodalo’s own words are a damning indictment of the Obaseki administration’s inability to deliver on its promises.

The people of Edo State deserve better than recycled failures. Asue Ighodalo’s admission is a clear warning that electing him would mean more of the same disastrous policies that have crippled the state.

The APC and its candidates, Senator Monday Okpebholo and Hon. Dennis Idahosa, offer a real and viable alternative—a chance to rebuild Edo State with strong leadership and a commitment to the people.

The future of Edo is in your hands. Reject the failures of the past. Reject Asue Ighodalo.

Signed,

Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah

Director

APC New Media Directorate