Obaseki: Edo People Can Decide Their Future Without Wike’s Guidance

Obaseki: Edo People Can Decide Their Future Without Wike’s Guidance

Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has expressed confidence that his political rift with Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike will not affect the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the upcoming governorship election on Saturday. Wike, a significant ally in Obaseki’s successful 2020 campaign against the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate Osagie Ize-Iyamu, has since distanced himself and announced he will not support the PDP candidate, Asue Ighodalo, in this election……CONTINUE READING 

In an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Obaseki addressed concerns regarding Wike’s stance, asserting that the people of Edo are capable of making their own electoral choices. “Wike came to rally Edo people for me, but they are not naive; they know who to vote for,” Obaseki stated. “Edo residents don’t need an outsider to guide their decisions. They will choose wisely based on their needs.”

Reflecting on his political journey, Obaseki mentioned he has no regrets about falling out with former allies, including Adams Oshiomhole and his deputy, Philip Shaibu. He suggested that some politicians may be unhappy with his governance style, which focuses on using state resources to meet the people’s needs.

As the election nears, Obaseki remains steadfast in his belief that the PDP will achieve victory, buoyed by the support of Edo residents who understand the critical issues at stake.