Chief Francis Inegbeniki, former Edo Vice Chairman, has defended outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki’s tenure, emphasizing that his contributions to Edo State’s development should not be overshadowed by any perceived shortcomings. He highlighted Obaseki’s achievements, such as the establishment of two electricity generation plants and two modular refineries, arguing that these accomplishments demonstrate his commitment to the state’s progress.
He further stated that Obaseki is not a candidate in the upcoming election, and thus any negative perceptions of his governance should not impact the evaluation of Dr. Asue Ighodalo, whom Inegbeniki regards as the best choice among the three governorship candidates. He asserted that Edo voters are astute and focused on electing a leader capable of continuing the state’s development.
He said in an interview with The Sun, “Obaseki is an outgoing governor. I want Nigerians and Edo people to understand that, you cannot mete the sin of the father against the son. What we are talking about here, is a competent governor that can truly develop Edo State. Obaseki may have his bad side, but to me he has set Edo State on the path of progress and development; look at the two electricity generation plants, look at the two modular refineries, and others, we cannot “throw away the baby and the bath water.
I believe Edo voters are more intelligent than you think. We have so many enlightened and intelligent people in Edo who truly want the best for the state. You should also remember that Obaseki is not on the ballot; he is not contesting election again.You will agree with me that, of the three governorship candidates, Dr Asue Ighodalo is the best. So to say that whatever misdeeds Obaseki has done, if any, will affect Asue Ighodalo. I don’t agree with that because Edo voters are wise. What Edo voters need now is someone who can help us develop the state.”….S££–Môrê