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Peter Obi Desperate, Not A Democrat He Claimed To Be – Lai Mohammed
The government led by President Muhammadu Buhari has cautioned Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, against inciting violence related to the outcome of the presidential election, which resulted in Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) being declared the winner.
Lai Mohammed, the Information Minister, delivered the warning during his official engagements with various international media organizations in Washington DC.
“Obi and his vice, Datti Ahmed, cannot be threatening Nigerians that if the president-elect, Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), is sworn in on May 29, it will be the end of democracy in Nigeria,” the minister said. “This is treason. You cannot be inviting insurrection, and this is what they are doing.”
He noted that it was inappropriate for Mr. Obi to both seek legal recourse in court regarding the election results, and simultaneously encourage people to resort to violence.
“Obi’s statement is that of a desperate person. He is not the democrat he claimed to be,” Mr Mohammed alleged. “A democrat should not believe in democracy only when he wins the election.”
The Minister also stated that neither Peter Obi nor Atiku Abubakar, the PDP presidential candidate, had a clear pathway to victory in challenging the election results. He emphasized that both individuals failed to meet the constitutional requirements needed to be declared the winner of the election.
“Only the president-elect met the criteria by scoring 8.79 million votes and having one-quarter of all the vote cast in 29 states of the federation,” Mr Mohammed argued.
The Minister further pointed out that Atiku Abubakar, who came in second place with 6.9 million votes, only managed to win one-quarter of the total votes cast in 21 states. Similarly, Peter Obi, who came in third place with 5.8 million votes, only won one-quarter of the votes cast in 15 states.
“You cannot win an election in a poll where you came a distant third position and failed to meet constitutional requirements. Peter Obi, while complaining of fraud, has not disowned his victory in Lagos,” the minister stated.
The Minister also explained that his visit to the United States was aimed at addressing the negative narratives propagated by opposition parties and other individuals who had criticized the conduct and outcome of the election.
“The election is the most fair and credible because of the introduction of the Bimodal Voters Verification System (BVAS), which I regard as a game changer,” said Mr Mohammed.
Senator Monday Okpebholo and Dennis Idahosa were formally sworn in on Tuesday as the Governor and Deputy Governor of Edo State, respectively.
The inauguration ceremony took place at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, where Chief Justice Daniel Okungbowa administered the oath of office to the new leaders.
During the ceremony, both officials pledged to uphold the constitution and dedicate themselves to the welfare of Edo State’s citizens. Supporters gathered at the stadium cheered as the oath-taking ceremony proceeded, marking the beginning of a new administration in the state.
Further details are expected as the new government outlines its agenda for the state.
Monday Okpebholo has officially taken office as the new governor of Edo State, succeeding Godwin Obaseki and ushering in a new era of leadership.
The inauguration ceremony, held on Tuesday at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, marked a significant moment for the state as it transitions to an All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration.
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The event took place just two months after the APC secured a victory in the state’s gubernatorial election, paving the way for Okpebholo’s term at the Dennis Osadebay House.
Alongside him, Dennis Idahosa, his running mate, was also sworn in as Deputy Governor.
In his inaugural address, Okpebholo expressed gratitude to the people of Edo State for their support and outlined key priorities for his administration, including economic growth, infrastructure development, and improved social services.
More to follow………...
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo paid a visit to Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Monday, extending his best wishes for the governor’s upcoming election bid.
Aiyedatiwa, who is the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, received Obasanjo at the state government house’s presidential lodge, where the former president reflected on his own experiences with election campaigns, recalling the challenges he faced during his 1999 campaign.
Obasanjo shared, “I understand the challenges of this period for you. I remember my campaign for the 1999 election when I covered the entire six states of the South West in one day. I think we started in Akure, Ondo State, then moved to Ekiti and reached Lagos around 8 pm. This is a crucial part of the process, and I wish you all the best.”
In response, Governor Aiyedatiwa expressed appreciation for the former president’s visit, acknowledging his contributions to Nigeria’s development and praising Obasanjo’s humility and humanity.
Meanwhile, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, representing Ondo South Senatorial District, has pledged full support for the APC’s victory in the upcoming governorship election. Addressing his supporters, the Aseyori Group, on Sunday, Ibrahim urged them to mobilize voters for Aiyedatiwa, aiming for a decisive win to secure the governor’s term beyond 2025.
Aiyedatiwa, represented by Deputy Governor Dr. Olayide Adelami, encouraged voters to ensure their participation. “Please tell your friends, families, and neighbours about the good work we have started… the APC will win this election, but we must win resoundingly,” he urged.
The Ondo governorship election is scheduled for November 16, with the APC aiming to maintain its stronghold in the state.
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