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Gov Obaseki’s Whereabouts Unknown, Edo’s Incoming Leader Okpebholo Alleges
Tensions are running high in Edo State as Governor-Elect Senator Monday Okpebholo alleges that outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki has disappeared from the public eye and is unresponsive just days before the state’s leadership transition.
In a statement released on Sunday, Okpebholo’s spokesperson, Godspower Inegbe, claimed Obaseki had fled Benin City on Friday under unclear circumstances, with no communication or public appearance since.
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The statement alleges that Obaseki, who reportedly left the Edo Government House in an unmarked bus, dismissed staff from the premises before departing, and has since been unreachable.
“As of Friday, 8th November, Obaseki’s whereabouts remain unknown,” the statement read, accusing the governor of abandoning his responsibilities as he approaches the end of his term.
These developments follow Obaseki’s own statement on Saturday, in which he criticized Okpebholo for allegedly excluding him from the upcoming inauguration ceremony scheduled for next Tuesday.
Obaseki further questioned the legitimacy of Okpebholo’s electoral victory, claiming the mandate was “stolen.”
Okpebholo rebuffed these allegations in his Sunday response, describing them as “reckless” and asserting that Obaseki is attempting to deflect from his absence and disrupt a smooth transfer of power.
Okpebholo also expressed concerns about Obaseki’s recent actions, describing them as efforts to hinder a peaceful transition.
“Since winning the election, Obaseki has employed every means to frustrate the handover process,” Okpebholo’s statement read.
He claimed Obaseki had not extended any invitation for a formal meeting or tour of Government House, nor offered any congratulations.
The Governor-Elect further criticized Obaseki’s claims about his mandate, accusing him of trying to sway public opinion amid the ongoing tribunal case filed by the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), which is contesting Okpebholo’s September 21 electoral victory.
He expressed confidence that the tribunal will uphold his win and accused Obaseki of creating a “false narrative” to influence the proceedings.
Okpebholo warned that continued allegations from Obaseki may result in legal consequences once his immunity expires.
“Obaseki will soon face the full force of the law if he persists with these baseless claims,” Okpebholo stated, urging Edo residents to dismiss Obaseki’s comments and stand with the incoming administration as it seeks to “correct the wrongs of the outgoing government.”
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, alongside his running mate, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, will visit Benue State on Wednesday for a town hall meeting as part of efforts to promote their vision for a new Nigeria.
The meeting, scheduled for 10:00 a.m on Wednesday, will take place at Mission House, beside Benue Links Park, Wurukum, in Makurdi, the Benue State capital.
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The visit is expected to provide an opportunity for the NDC presidential and vice-presidential candidates to engage residents of the state and communicate their political vision ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Announcing the visit, Obi described Benue as the Food Basket of the Nation and said the delegation was taking its message of a new Nigeria to the state.
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“We are taking the message of a New Nigeria to the Food Basket of the Nation today,” the announcement read.
The town hall meeting is part of the party’s political engagement activities as Obi and Kwankwaso seek to build support for their joint presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 elections.
Politics
Shettima Arrives Jigawa for APC Presidential Campaign Rally, Tinubu to Inaugurate Four Projects
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Dutse, the Jigawa State capital, ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally alongside President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Shettima arrived at the Nuhu Muhammad Sanusi International Airport, Dutse, where he was received by Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, alongside governors from other states.
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The Vice President’s arrival was disclosed on Tuesday by his spokesperson, Stanley Nkwocha.
Those present included Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu, Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma and Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
Members of the National Assembly, senior government officials, APC stakeholders and other prominent political figures from across the country were also present to welcome the Vice President.
Before proceeding to the Dutse Township Stadium for the campaign rally, Shettima is expected to accompany President Tinubu to inaugurate four projects in the state.
The projects include the Renewed Hope Technical Services Centre, the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Multipurpose Skills Acquisition Centre, Jigawa State’s agricultural mechanisation programme and a dualised road project in Dutse.
The initiatives are aimed at strengthening technical education, promoting skills acquisition, improving agricultural mechanisation and enhancing road infrastructure across the state.
Vice President Kashim Shettima is expected to lead the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State capital, on Monday, November 9, 2026.
Stanley Nkwocha disclosed this in a statement released on Monday, announcing the Vice President’s visit to Ebonyi State for the campaign rally.
The rally is scheduled to take place at the Pa Ngele Oruta Township Stadium, Abakaliki, as part of the APC’s campaign activities under the Renewed Hope agenda.
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The announcement called on residents and party supporters to turn out in large numbers to welcome the Vice President, describing the event as an opportunity for massive political mobilisation.
“One city. Thousands of voices. An atmosphere of incredible energy,” the statement said.
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