According to the Daily Post, Governor Godwin Obaseki is facing impeachment calls from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State after his remarks about the murder of Inspector Akor Onuh at the Benin City Airport.>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE ....CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE
The APC claims he threatened, “If the police do not arrest those responsible, I will burn down Nigeria,” viewing these statements as a serious threat.
The APC has urged the Edo State House of Assembly
to initiate impeachment proceedings, stating, “Such inflammatory rhetoric is unacceptable, especially with the gubernatorial elections approaching on September 21.” This demand reflects the intense political rivalry in the state.
Obaseki has defended himself, with his commissioner stating, “The APC is misrepresenting the governor’s comments.” The spokesperson clarified that the governor was expressing concerns about unrest if free and fair elections are not upheld, rather than making threats.
This situation highlights the complexities in Nigerian politics as elections approach. The APC’s impeachment call emphasizes the contentious nature of political discourse and the risks of escalating rhetoric. It is important to monitor reactions from leaders and the implications for governance and security in Edo State>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE
