The Edo State Government has dismissed allegations made by the state chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) that it is engaging in destructive politics against former Governor Godwin Obaseki. The PDP had accused the state government of dismantling Obaseki’s legacy projects, describing the actions as a form of political vendetta.
In response, the State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Prince Kassim Afegbua, described the PDP’s claims as “laughable” and rooted in frustration. He argued that the party has no moral basis to criticize the current administration, given its own internal fragmentation and self-inflicted destruction. Afegbua alleged that Obaseki’s entry into the PDP had a divisive effect, leading to the formation of splinter groups such as Legacy PDP, New PDP, and Government House PDP.
According to Afegbua, the PDP is still reeling from the aftermath of Obaseki’s tenure, during which he allegedly used the party’s platform to secure re-election and then proceeded to fracture the party. The commissioner questioned the PDP’s credibility in criticizing the current administration, given its own history of internal conflicts and alleged failures, including the state of disrepair of roads and infrastructure left behind by the Obaseki administration.
Afegbua also highlighted the alleged fraud in the EdoBest education project, wondering why the PDP and its members are not ashamed of such monumental failures. He emphasized that the current government, led by Governor Monday Okpebholo, has begun addressing the state’s decayed infrastructure, despite protests from some quarters.
The Edo State Government’s response comes amidst ongoing political tensions in the state. The PDP’s allegations against the state government are the latest in a series of exchanges between the two parties. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the state government’s efforts to address the state’s infrastructure and other challenges will be received by the public.
The controversy surrounding Obaseki’s legacy projects and the PDP’s internal conflicts has significant implications for the state’s political landscape. The Edo State Government’s actions will be closely watched by residents, who are eager to see progress on key issues such as infrastructure development and education. As the state navigates these challenges, it is likely that the political dynamics will continue to evolve, with potential implications for the state’s future.
