In a shocking turn of events, Edo State Governor-elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has alleged that outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki has escaped from the state, leaving his whereabouts unknown ¹ ². According to Okpebholo, Obaseki reportedly fled Benin City, the state capital, using a disguised bus, after chasing out everyone from the Government House on Friday, more than 72 hours before his official departure from office ¹ ².
Okpebholo expressed concern over Obaseki's "bizarre public displays" and urged him to evaluate his state of mind ¹. He also accused Obaseki of attempting to distract the public from his "sinister plans" to leave the country through the land borders ¹ ².
*The Allegations*
Okpebholo's allegations against Obaseki include:
- _Abandoning Governance_: Obaseki has abandoned governance in the state, leaving critical issues unattended ¹.
- _Looting State Property_: Okpebholo claims Obaseki is looting state property and making last-minute loan requests ².
- _Frustrating Peaceful Transition_: Obaseki has employed every means to frustrate a peaceful transfer of power, according to Okpebholo ¹ ².
*Reaction to Obaseki's Claims*
In response to Obaseki's claim that he was not invited to Okpebholo's inauguration, the Governor-elect described it as "laughable, absurd, and questionable" ¹. Okpebholo emphasized that Obaseki has not extended any invitation to him for a meeting or a tour of the Government House since his election victory ¹.
*The Way Forward*
As the drama unfolds, Edo people are left wondering about the implications of Obaseki's actions. Okpebholo has vowed to expose Obaseki's "shenanigans" and ensure that he faces the full wrath of the law if he continues to make baseless claims ¹. With the inauguration just around the corner, all eyes are on Edo State as the situation continues to unfold.
Stay updated on this developing story for more insights and reactions.
