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Edo Elections: The Coming Storm As Okpebholo, Asue, and Akpata Slug It Out In A Fight To The Finish
Edo Elections: The Coming Storm As Okpebholo, Asue, and Akpata Slug It Out In A Fight To The Finish....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
As the countdown to the Edo Gubernatorial elections progresses, anticipation builds for the swift transition from a slow march to a quick march once INEC greenlights campaigns. With political intrigues and maneuvering becoming the norm, the race is set to intensify…CONTINUE READING.
Currently, the contest appears to shape up as a three-horse race, with the APC, PDP, and LP emerging as frontrunners, each with strong prospects to secure the ticket. Today, we delve into a brief analysis of the chances of these three political parties.
However, it’s imperative to acknowledge three significant factors that will influence the elections: tribal sentiments/propaganda, the power of incumbency, and the electorate’s sway.
Stay tuned as we dissect the dynamics of the Edo gubernatorial elections and assess the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats faced by the key players.
The Benin Vs Esan Agenda
The APC is presenting an Esan candidate and the PDP is also sitting on an Esan Agenda while the LP has a candidate from the South which is made up of the Benin’s.
The PDP gubernatorial candidate appears to be very eloquent and bold with some savviness laced with a likable charisma while the APC gubernatorial candidate seems to be Reserved and introverted, but highly popular in the Edo Central his region where he represents his people as the senator in the National Assembly.
Both candidates of the PDP and APC are freshers when it comes to elective politics as they may have been at the background but not visible players , this is their first shot at electioneering , Asue is new to the game while Okpebholo of the APC came to the limelight in his first attempt at the senate which he won.
Then Akpata of the LP comes from a rich historical background in Benin City the cradle of civilization in the state.
With their emphasis on education and civic engagement, the Benin’s positioned itself as the vanguard of enlightened electorates, setting an example for neighboring communities to follow. Akpata has a charisma that is awesome and strikes like a Royale candidate for the Benin’s.
Edo South has the highest numbers of voters and they can not be easily swayed with sentiments if they choose not to. So in the battle for the Esans and Benins the two candidates of the APC and PDP would strike themselves out and leave little room for the LP but in the south the LP would be coming from an advantageous position.
Take note that this permutation strongly exist but does not make up to 50 % of the electorates but the gospel truth is that it would influence some votes and it would be in favor of the LP.
You know we tagged it tribal sentiments and propaganda , once the campaigns kicks off later in the month propaganda would commence alongside and each of these candidates would be targeted in other to influence the decisions oof the electorate.
Already Asue and Okpebholo have already being victims to these attacks and it would only intensify as the day goes by. Akpata would joy the fray as soon as his momentum sets in.
The verdict. APC and PDP would strike themselves out in this game in Edo Central with LP lurking around to reap the benefits.
Power Of incumbencies:
Now, when I refer to the power of incumbencies, I am addressing both sides: the PDP, which currently holds control of the state with Obaseki as the governor, and the APC, which holds power at the federal level with Tinubu, a prominent politician, as the president.
This would play a major factor because in essence it gives the impression to followers that there is a reason to fight, it gives them assurance to push their party candidate forward cos for each side they believe the power of incumbency would play which they both have either at the state or at the federal level.
Verdict ; This could swing either way in favor of APC or PDP, a loss to LP.
The electorate:
Now this does not really need much explanation as they remain the ultimate decider in every election but yet there is a political region that holds sway which is Edo North under the full leadership of Adams Oshiomhole, this happens to be so because for long time or rather since inception of the state nobody from the state has really taken up such a leadership position.
During his time as Governor, Adams Oshiomhole not only worked on developing Edo State but also empowered leaders from Edo North. This made him the most influential figure in the state, as he gained control over his constituents through his integrity and dedication to their welfare. He didn’t force this influence but earned it through his selfless leadership.
Adams Oshiomhole would play the highest role as an individual in influencing votes in the coming election. As it stands Edo North remains the beautiful bride for the Esan’s and Benins.
As the political landscape evolves and alliances shift, the coming storm in the Edo elections promises a battle of epic proportions, with each candidate and party vying for supremacy in the quest to lead the state into its next chapter of governance.
Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah is the Chairman/Principal and CEO of Bush Radio Academy.
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The exam, conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), will run from April 16 to April 22 in multiple daily sessions.
JAMB Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, urged examination officials to remain highly committed and professional, noting that the success of the exercise depends largely on their dedication.
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He further stated that incentive packages would be awarded to teams that perform exceptionally, particularly in handling exam materials and submitting timely reports.
Reiterating JAMB’s zero-tolerance stance on malpractice, he warned candidates against bringing prohibited items into examination halls.
He also disclosed that biometric verification and real-time monitoring systems have been deployed to protect the integrity of the exercise.
Candidates whose biometrics cannot be verified, he added, will be rescheduled to write the exam at approved centres.
Meanwhile, a NAN correspondent monitoring proceedings at Aduvie International School, Jahi, reported that the first session scheduled for 8:30 a.m. began slightly behind schedule at about 8:40 a.m.
The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, on Thursday inspected security deployments at Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the FCT Police Command spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, the inspection is part of proactive measures to ensure a smooth, peaceful, and hitch-free conduct of the ongoing examinations.
The UTME is scheduled to run nationwide from April 16 to 18, 2026.
During the exercise, CP Sanusi assessed security arrangements put in place to safeguard candidates, examination officials, and CBT facilities.
He also engaged with centre supervisors, assuring them of adequate security presence throughout the examination period.
Adeh added that the CP reaffirmed the command’s commitment to maintaining law and order, warning that any attempt to disrupt the examinations would be met with decisive action in line with the law.
Over 700 former terrorists who have undergone deradicalisation and rehabilitation are set to be reintegrated into their communities.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Nigerian military has also dismissed reports alleging that beneficiaries of Operation Safe Corridor are being recruited into military institutions.
According to African Independent Television, the Coordinator of Operation Safe Corridor, Brigadier-General Yusuf Ali, made this known during a media tour of the Deradicalisation, Rehabilitation and Reintegration Centre in Gombe, North-East Nigeria.
He said many Nigerians still misunderstand the Federal Government’s structured counter-terrorism initiative, which is designed to restore peace in communities affected by insurgency.
Brigadier-General Ali explained that the programme focuses on rehabilitation and peaceful reintegration of repentant individuals into society.
During the tour, some of the participants also shared accounts of their involvement in offences that led to their admission into the programme.
The facility inspection was part of preparations for the graduation of over 700 clients who have completed the deradicalisation and rehabilitation process and are set for reintegration.
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