Edo 2020: Oshiomhole Apologizes For Supporting Obaseki In 2016

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A former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Adams Oshiomhole, has apologized to the people of Edo state for supporting Godwin Obaseki in 2016.

He stated that he erroneously supported the governorship aspiration of Obaseki in 2016  thinking he would ensure the continuity of his projects and programmes.

Obaseki, who succeeded Oshiomhole as governor of Edo state enjoyed the full support and influence of Oshiomhole in 2016, is now a political rival and governorship candidate of People’s Democratic Party (PDP).obaseki in 2016, edo state

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Oshiomhole stated this on Sunday at the Government Reservation Area, Benin, while addressing members of the APC.

He said, “Obaseki is MoU (Memoranda of Understanding) governor, but Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu is a man of God, who will ensure good governance in Edo State from November 12 this year.

Oshiomhole said he had realized his mistakes by supporting obaseki in 2016, in retrospect, adding that he is in Edo to repair his mistakes.

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“I have made my honest mistakes. Only God is perfect. I am now 68 years old. I have come to apologise for the mistake of supporting Obaseki in 2016. I am in Edo State to repair my mistakes.

“Obaseki has abused the trust of Edo people. With our permanent voter cards, we shall punish Obaseki on September 19. Ize-Iyamu will not repeat the mistakes of Obaseki. Ize-Iyamu will take Edo State to the next level.” Oshiomhole said.

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