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.
Human rights activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju has faced backlash after suggesting that opposition figures, including Peter Obi, could contribute to President Tinubu’s chances of re-election if opposition votes remain divided.
He stated “If Tinubu gets re-elected in 2027, blame Peter Obi and the other contractor-general. With all the insecurity and kidnapping in the country, they are the ones aggressively working for his second term by ensuring opposition votes are divided like they did in 2023.”
His comments sparked criticism from many Nigerians, who argued that Peter Obi is not the only opposition figure and should not be solely blamed for political divisions.
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has expressed confidence that the northern region will support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the next election.
According to Matawalle, the administration has delivered major infrastructure projects and development initiatives across the region.
“For us in the North, our votes for the APC and President Tinubu will show clearly that we appreciate what he’s doing for the region.”
He added “If you see the dualisation of the Abuja–Kaduna, Zaria–Sokoto, and Ilela–Badagry expressways, you will agree with me that the North is experiencing key projects it never had in the past, even when a northerner was president.”
It was reported and revealed by the National Coordinator of the Obi Movement that an attack occurred at the movement against Peter Obi in Edo State.
He stated that the armed people had guns and shot at Peter Obi and his members of the movement.
“At the formal declaration of Olumide Akpata into the African Democratic Congress, armed individuals followed us from the ADC Secretariat to the residence of Chief John Odigie-Oyegun.
They shot at the gate and destroyed several vehicles in what appears to be a survived assassination attempt on our lives. Democracy is in danger.”
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