Why Edo guv’norship election is a do-or-die affair, by Gov. Obaseki
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As the political tension in Edo State reaches boiling point ahead of the upcoming governorship election, Governor Godwin Obaseki has issued a stern warning that the election will be a ‘do-or-die’ affair.
Speaking at a People’s Democratic Party (PDP) rally in the Ekemwan area of the state, Governor Obaseki did not mince words, hinting at the potential for violence if any electoral malpractice is detected.
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The governor’s fierce stance stems from his grievances with the opposition, primarily the All Progressives Congress (APC), whom he accused of exploiting and disrespecting the people during their previous leadership.
Governor Obaseki, highlighting past injustices stated, “The person I took over from had no respect for our people, encouraged prostitution, and neglected the youth.”
Under Governor Obaseki’s administration, he claims that Edo State has become one of the safest regions in Nigeria, with improved infrastructure and employment for the youth.
Governor Obaseki’s warnings come in the final lead-up to the September 21 Edo Governorship Election, where voters would choose between the three main candidates: Asue Ighodalo of the PDP, Monday Okpebholo of the APC, and Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party (LP).
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The governor emphasised the high stakes for his party, calling on Edo citizens to vote for the PDP, vowing that electoral fraud would have dire consequences.
As tension mounts, political observers are concerned that Obaseki’s “do-or-die” rhetoric could further escalate tensions in an already charged atmosphere.
The stakes in this Edo Governorship Election are undeniably high, and Edo State stands at a crossroads, with each party vying for control in what promises to be a fierce and potentially volatile contest.
