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Edo State Gubernatorial Aspirant Steps Down Amid Claims Of Partiality; Chairman Expresses Dissent
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Dr. Dennis Aikoriogie, an aspirant for the governorship position under the Labour Party (LP) in Edo State, has resigned from the party, citing perceived bias among leaders and concerns about the fairness of the upcoming primary election. Aikoriogie expressed apprehension that some party leaders were aligning themselves with specific aspirants, potentially compromising the integrity of the primary process. He also raised allegations of external influences and wealthy individuals dominating the party, sidelining those who have contributed to its development.
In a resignation letter addressed to the LP Ward 9 Chairman in Egor Local Government and shared with the party’s national, state, and local government chairmen, Aikoriogie voiced his decision to pursue his political ambitions elsewhere. He emphasized his initial association with the Labour Party based on admiration for Peter Obi’s track record and a hope for a new political ideology in Nigeria.
Aikoriogie expressed disappointment in the party’s perceived lack of appreciation for his contributions, especially from the diaspora. He lamented that influential aspirants were those who recently joined the party or were considered wealthy, perpetuating the misconception that money is the sole determinant of electoral success in Nigeria.
Responding to the allegations, the party’s state chairman, Kelly Ogbaloi, dismissed Aikoriogie’s claims as unsubstantiated and urged him to leave the party without relying on unfounded excuses. Ogbaloi asserted that the party’s executive committee would investigate any specific allegations presented by Aikoriogie but emphasized that all aspirants were currently regarded as equal until the primary elections determined the candidate.
Ogbaloi suggested that Aikoriogie’s decision to resign might be influenced by his perceived lack of capacity to garner support within the party, asserting that unsubstantiated claims should not be used as an excuse to exit the party. He maintained that the party leadership would act impartially and encouraged Aikoriogie to depart peacefully if he deemed it necessary.
Source: Bushradiogist
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