Oshiomhole Pleads For Forgiveness From Igbinedion Amid Edo Gubernatorial Race

Oshiomhole Pleads For Forgiveness From Igbinedion Amid Edo Gubernatorial Race

Senator Adams Oshiomhole, who represents Edo North and is a former governor of Edo State, has publicly apologized to Chief Gabriel Igbinedion, the Esama of Benin, for any past grievances during his governorship.

Speaking at Igbinedion’s 90th birthday celebration in Benin, Oshiomhole expressed gratitude for Igbinedion’s support during his gubernatorial campaign, emphasizing that his victory would have been unlikely without it.

He stated, “I have long sought a chance to apologize to the Esama for any wrongs I may have committed, whether knowingly or unknowingly, or for any actions that a son should not have taken against a father. On your 90th birthday, I ask for your forgiveness and hope that you grant it.”

Oshiomhole also publicly acknowledged Igbinedion’s crucial support in 2007 and 2008, which he believes was instrumental in his ascension to the governorship of Edo State.

DAILY POST reports that Oshiomhole is currently working to secure backing for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the upcoming September 21 governorship election in Edo State. He is focused on ensuring the election of APC candidate Monday Okpebholo as the next governor.