Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North, dismissed allegations of vote-buying by the APC during the Edo election. He emphasized that voter turnout stemmed from his past governance achievements and rejected claims of money distribution. Oshiomhole further criticized the current administration's infrastructure failures.
Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North Senatorial District, has dismissed allegations of vote-buying against the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the ongoing Edo election. Oshiomhole, who is also the former governor of Edo State, addressed the claims after casting his vote at Iyamho, Ward 10, Unit 01 in Estako West Local Government Area.
He described the accusations from opposition parties as baseless and laughable. "It is absurd when people make such claims. Did you witness any money being distributed?" Oshiomhole asked. According to him, the large voter turnout for the APC was driven by a desire for good governance rather than financial incentives.
He attributed the APC's support to his past achievements as governor, stating that the infrastructure he put in place more than a decade ago still stands, unlike those built by the current administration, which he claimed have deteriorated within a year. Oshiomhole noted that many residents have expressed disappointment with the current state of governance, which has further boosted the APC's popularity.
The election in Edo State has sparked significant attention, with various stakeholders, including Governor Godwin Obaseki and other political figures, casting their votes while calling for a credible and peaceful process. Meanwhile, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended voting hours in some areas due to delays.
As the election unfolds, concerns about voter safety and election credibility remain key issues.
