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“Edo Attack: ADC Blames Itself, Not APC — Oyegun Residence Crisis Explained”
The Edo State Commissioner for Information, Kassim Afegbua, has rejected claims linking the All Progressives Congress (APC) or Governor Monday Okpebholo to the recent attack on the residence of former Edo State governor John Odigie-Oyegun.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In an interview with ARISE News on Wednesday, Afegbua described the incident as the result of internal disputes within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), saying the violence showed “all the hallmarks of ADC versus ADC.”
He explained that tensions had been rising days before the attack, following a political meeting at Oyegun’s residence where certain party members were allegedly denied entry. The situation escalated when aggrieved members staged protests and chanted outside the premises.
“There were clear signs of internal disagreements before the unfortunate disturbance,” he said.
Afegbua maintained that Governor Okpebholo acted responsibly after reports of gunshots near the residence emerged, immediately directing the Commissioner of Police to investigate.
He added that pellets from the gunfire reportedly reached the Government House compound, prompting rapid security intervention. He dismissed suggestions that the residence’s proximity to Government House implied official complicity, emphasizing that security agencies were notified as soon as the disturbance occurred.
The commissioner also criticised former presidential candidate Peter Obi for drawing premature conclusions, accusing him of politicising the situation while ignoring the ADC’s internal tensions.
Assuring residents of accountability, Afegbua said law enforcement agencies would conduct a thorough investigation and prosecute anyone found responsible. He stressed that the state government would not tolerate any form of political violence.
Afegbua defended Governor Okpebholo against allegations of encouraging thuggery, highlighting his commitment to infrastructure development, security reforms, and political inclusiveness in Edo State. He reiterated that the administration remains focused on good governance and maintaining peace across the state.
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A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole, has dismissed claims that opposition parties’ challenges are caused by the ruling party, insisting that their crises are self-inflicted.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has argued that the North is not disadvantaged in Nigeria’s power-sharing arrangement under democratic rule.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Atiku made the statement during an interview on Arise Television, where he spoke on zoning, fairness, and political balance in the country.
He noted that since Nigeria’s return to civilian rule in 1999, the South has held the presidency for about 18 years, while the North has governed for roughly 10 years.
According to him, this should be taken into account when discussing which region has benefited more from the country’s power rotation system. He also maintained that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) remains the only major political party with zoning clearly embedded in its constitution.
“The South has governed for 18 years and the North for 10. So who is really in deficit if we are being fair? Even more broadly, the only party with zoning formally entrenched is the PDP,” he said.
Atiku also recalled the constitutional conference held during the military era under General Sani Abacha, where he led a group that opposed the inclusion of rotational presidency in the constitution.
He said the proposal, championed by the late former Vice President Alex Ekwueme, was rejected at the time because his group had majority support among delegates.
According to him, Ekwueme later acknowledged that the decision may not have been ideal during his funeral years later. Atiku added that he now believes a rotational system, if adopted earlier, could have ensured a more balanced distribution of power across Nigeria’s regions.
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