Senator Adams Oshiomhole, who represents Edo North Senatorial District, has stated that Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, should extend the courtesy of informing Governor Monday Okpebholo before visiting Edo State.
Oshiomhole made the remarks on Friday during an appearance
on Arise TV’s Prime Time programme, amid growing controversy over Governor
Okpebholo’s recent warning to Obi against entering the state without prior
notification.
The governor had linked Obi’s earlier visit to a security
incident that allegedly led to the deaths of three people, an assertion that
has sparked backlash and accusations of political intimidation.
Defending the governor’s position, Oshiomhole argued that
notifying state authorities before visiting state-owned facilities is a matter
of protocol and mutual respect, especially for high-profile figures.
“Let’s be clear, the assets of Edo State are managed by the
governor on behalf of the people,” the former Edo State governor said. “If I
were to visit a public institution in another state, I would consider it proper
to notify the authorities, this is just standard decency.”
Oshiomhole revealed that Obi was planning to visit a
state-funded educational institution, noting that such a visit requires
coordination with the appropriate government channels.
While acknowledging his long-standing acquaintance with Obi,
Oshiomhole clarified their political divergence:
“Peter Obi and I have known each other for years. I
respected him then, and I still do. But we don’t align politically, and I don’t
agree with many of his positions.”
He maintained that the issue is not about politics or party
affiliations but about observing protocol and showing respect for governance
structures in any state.
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