Politics
Ganduje Hails Okpebholo’s Victory as Well-Deserved in Edo
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has congratulated Monday Okpebholo on his victory as the Edo State Governor-elect.
In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu, Ganduje described Okpebholo’s triumph as well-deserved and a clear reflection of the trust the people of Edo have placed in the APC’s leadership.
Ganduje noted that this victory symbolizes the confidence the electorate has in the progressive vision of the Bola Tinubu-led administration.
He emphasized that Okpebholo’s success was a result of the faith placed in his ability to lead Edo State toward a brighter future.
The chairman also highlighted the hard work and determination of APC members and supporters who played crucial roles in ensuring a free, fair, and peaceful election process.
The APC national leader expressed optimism that Okpebholo’s leadership would usher in a period of rapid growth, peace, and development in Edo State.
He assured that the party would provide full support to the new administration, working hand-in-hand to realize the vision of a prosperous and transformed Edo for the benefit of all its citizens.
Ganduje extended his gratitude to President Bola Tinubu and the Progressive Governors Forum for their unwavering support throughout the election, noting that the victory was a win not only for the APC but for the entire Edo State.
He praised the dedication and collective effort that brought about this outcome, saying it signified a major step forward for the party and the state.
According to the official results from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Okpebholo, 54, garnered 291,667 votes, defeating Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who secured 247,274 votes.
Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party (LP) came in third with 22,361 votes.
The Presidency has reacted to the ongoing dispute between former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi and the state government over the state’s finances.
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, said Obi had claimed he left Anambra debt-free and promised to stop his presidential campaign if proven wrong.
Onanuga said the Anambra government had presented figures showing outstanding obligations to workers, pensioners and contractors under Obi’s administration.
Obi, however, denied the claims, saying his administration cleared over ₦35 billion in historical gratuities and arrears before leaving office.
“If anybody can establish anything to the contrary, I will stop campaigning,” Obi said.
Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has spoken about why he believes Igbos are supporting President Bola Tinubu’s bid for re-election in the 2027 presidential election.
He said the president’s son, Seyi Tinubu, has given Igbos greater access to the president.
He said “We Igbos now have access to Mr. President Tinubu through his son, Seyi Tinubu. That’s why we’re doing everything to make sure he’s re-elected.”
Cubana Chief Priest also spoke about the growing support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State, saying “Thousands of Imolites are trooping in for registration for APC. Ndi Imo don’t just love the City Boys Movement, they believe in it. Let’s do politics with lifestyle. On Asiwaju’s mandate, we shall stand. Imo is APC. Here, it’s zero competition.”
Spiritual leader Primate Elijah Ayodele warns the APC against being too confident ahead of the 2027 election.
He shared “Overconfidence will kill APC; they will be too overconfident, and that will be the party’s weakness in the election. They will turn Tinubu to a demi-god, but it will make them lose the election. They believe money can do everything, but it will fail in the 2027 election,” Ayodele said.
Ayodele has repeatedly warned the APC not to assume that its current political strength will automatically translate into victory in 2027.
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