Edo Election: APC Gubernatorial Candidate Breaks Silence on His Two Opponents, Blasts Them

• In a heated political climate, Senator Monday Okpebholo has made bold statements about his opponents, sparking widespread discussion
• During a recent interview, he openly criticized the experience and qualifications of his rivals from the PDP and LP
• In the discussion, his remarks have added fuel to the already intense political debate in Edo State

In a recent interview, Senator Monday Okpebholo, All Progressive Party’s Gubernatorial flagbearer in Edo State did not hold back when asked about his two major opponents from the People’s Democratic Party (APC) and the Labour Party (LP).

The Senator, known for his outspoken nature, dismissed his rivals as inexperienced and unqualified.

“They are baby politicians; they don’t even know politics. They have never done politics before now,” Okpebholo remarked. His comments were particularly pointed towards the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, who previously served as Chief Economic Adviser to Governor Godwin Obaseki.

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“Did he advise him well? The Governor that he served under failed Edo people, and he was the Chief Economic Adviser. They both failed,” Okpebholo asserted, questioning the effectiveness of his opponent’s past role in the administration.

Senator Okpebholo’s statements come at a critical time as the political climate in Edo State heats up ahead of the upcoming elections. His remarks are likely to stir further debate and scrutiny among voters and political analysts alike.

The Senator’s critique highlights the ongoing tensions within Edo State’s political landscape, where the performance of the current administration and its advisors is a contentious issue.

As the election approaches, candidates are increasingly focusing on their opponents’ records and qualifications, setting the stage for a highly competitive race.

Political observers note that Okpebholo’s strategy of questioning his opponents’ experience and past performance could resonate with voters who are dissatisfied with the current state of affairs in Edo.

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However, it remains to be seen how his opponents will respond to these sharp criticisms and whether they can effectively counter his narrative.

As the campaign progresses, all eyes will be on Edo State to see how these political dynamics unfold and what impact they will have on the election’s outcome.

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Difficult to call

In an interview with Legit.ng, public analyst Chidi Chinedu discussed the complexities surrounding the forthcoming Edo election, noting that it is challenging to predict.

He told Legit.ng:

“The Edo election is difficult to call at the moment. The major reason for this is because the power base is decentralized. While Federal might and the Oshiomhole factor are behind the APC candidate, state might is behind the PDP candidate. The LP candidate may also have a say as potentially “the people’s candidate”. However, the LP candidate’s major disadvantage is not his being outside the two major power bases, but his senatorial district. He hails from Edo South, same district as the outgoing Obaseki. There has been long clamour for a governor from Edo Central, for fairness and equity. Therefore, if the popular sentiment on power rotation holds sway, he may not be much of a factor in the election. It is an educated and safe bet to put the election as between the APC and PDP. If the election is down to the unfortunate but typical factor of state interference and abuse of the electoral process, I would not be surprised to see the APC candidate emerging victorious.”

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Movement drums support for APC

Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that Ahead of the September 21, 2024, gubernatorial election in Edo state, a faction of the Obidient movement has announced its support for Senator Monday Okpebholo, the Edo State All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate.

This faction, consisting of members from the Edo South Senatorial District, expressed their backing for the APC candidate, citing his strong connections with the community.

Source: Legit.ng