Politics
Labour Party Urges Voters to Ignore Obaseki’s “Do or Die” Comments
The Edo State chapter of the Labour Party (LP) has urged voters to disregard the provocative comments made by some political figures during the campaign for the gubernatorial election.
With over 2.2 million eligible voters poised to elect a new governor today, the LP emphasizes the importance of staying focused on the election rather than getting distracted by inflammatory rhetoric.
The race features three major parties: the All Progressives Congress (APC), represented by Senator Monday Okpebholo; the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), with Asue Ighodalo as its candidate; and Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party.
Concerns have risen regarding statements made by incumbent Governor Godwin Obaseki, who is backing Ighodalo.
Obaseki controversially claimed that the election would be a “do or die” affair, suggesting high stakes and potential violence.
During a campaign event on September 13, Obaseki stated, “This election is a do or die.
Do you want insecurity? Do you want uneducated leaders? Next Saturday, you will vote for the PDP and our next governor, Asue Ighodalo.”
Despite facing backlash, he reiterated this sentiment in a television interview, saying, “It’s a do-or-die affair because if they do, we die.”
Such statements have alarmed many voters. One concerned citizen, Mr. Henry Osariemen, expressed fears that the election could be marred by violence, stating, “Many people are hesitant to vote because politicians have declared war.
A sitting governor calling the election a do or die is serious.” He cited a recent assassination attempt on a local lawmaker as evidence of the dangerous climate surrounding the election.
In response to these developments, Kelly Ogbaloi, the Edo State Chairman of the Labour Party, dismissed Obaseki’s remarks as “worthless propaganda.”
He urged voters to ignore the threats and come out in large numbers to support their preferred candidates.
“We encourage our electorates to dismiss such statements that could lead to self-disqualification from participating in the election,” Ogbaloi said.
He emphasized that the Labour Party is well-prepared and confident in its chances of winning.
The LP’s leadership is determined to rally voters, focusing on the need for a peaceful electoral process.
They encourage the electorate to stay engaged and prioritize their choices over divisive tactics employed by political opponents.
As the election unfolds, the Labour Party is calling for unity among voters to ensure that their voices are heard and that democracy prevails in Edo State.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio publicly criticizes Senator Akpoti for participating in a UN, United Nations meeting.
Senator Natasha Akpoti recently arrives at New York to attend the UN meeting in order to call attention to Nigeria. The Senator attends in hopes to claim justice for women in Nigeria.
However, Senator Akpabio claims she has embarrassed Nigeria in the meeting. He accused Senator Natasha of basing her claims on misleading and unverified facts.
Senator Akpabio stated “I am aware that she distorted the facts and globalized the matter, embarrassing the Senate by giving a different narrative. I appreciate Hon. Kafilat for stepping forward to clarify to the international media that what was presented was completely different from reality.”
Nigerian Activist, VeryDarkMan reacts to viral video of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the United Nations in New York.
Senator Natasha makes headline after her accusations against Senator Akpabio, who denied the claims. The Senator has now been spotted at United Nations in New York, leaving many citizens in curiosity.
It can be noted that Senator Natasha has been suspended from the court for her allegations against Senator Akpabio.
However Senator Natasha calls for justice from international democratic institutions for her unwanted suspension. The Senator claims it as an act of injustice and terms it as an illegal suspension.
VDM reacts to the clip seen and stated the Senator made the wrong move. He claimed that no one can serve her justice from United Nations.
“You are making a lot of mistakes and taking wrong moves, reporting the matter to the United Nations shows that you have the wrong advisers sadly, PLAY THE GAME.”
Veteran journalist and politician Dele Momodu has asserted that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is the only Nigerian politician capable of challenging President Bola Tinubu.
In a recent episode of The Honest Bunch podcast, Momodu stated, “Atiku is the only one today who is not afraid of Tinubu. Every other person cannot face him, including Mr. Peter Obi that was used by Atiku [in 2019].”
Momodu also expressed skepticism about the political alliance between President Tinubu and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.
He suggested that Wike might be sidelined after serving his purpose, saying, “Wike, I have no doubts, they [the presidency] will use him and dump him.”
Addressing his stance on not supporting President Tinubu despite past associations, Momodu acknowledged Tinubu’s generosity but criticized any notion of unquestionable authority in politics.
He remarked, “I cannot stand anything that suggests that your word is law and nobody dares challenging it. Even Baba Awolowo, people argued with him.”
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