Obaseki Faces Criticism From Opposition For Withholding Federal Palliatives

Samson Isibor, Chairman of the Coalition of Registered Political Parties (CRPP) in Edo State, has urged Governor Godwin Obaseki to distribute the federal government’s palliatives to address the severe hunger faced by the state’s people…CONTINUE READING

Isibor made this plea while presenting awards of recognition to individuals who have significantly contributed to the socio-economic growth of Edo State and supported the less privileged.

The coalition also called on the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to scrutinize private broadcasting stations acting as opposition political parties and disseminating hate speech against the federal government.

They emphasized the need for cooperation between states and the central government and urged NBC to identify and sanction erring stations.

Regarding the reported cold war between Governor Godwin Obaseki and Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu, CRPP appealed to the governor to allow Shaibu to exercise his civic right to vote and be voted for without interference.