L-R OSHIOMOLE & OBASEKI The Edo State governorship election, scheduled for September 21, has become a battle of wits between estranged allies, Senator Adam Oshiomhole and Governor Godwin Obaseki. Although they are not on the ballot, both men are determined to ensure their preferred candidates win the election. The two political titans have a history of conflict, dating back to Obaseki's tenure as governor, when he refused to be dictated to by Oshiomhole, his predecessor. Their rift led to Obaseki's defection to the PDP and his subsequent re-election. Now, Oshiomhole is backing the APC candidate, Monday Okpebholo, while Obaseki is supporting the PDP candidate, Asue Ighodalo. The campaign has become a war of words, with both sides trading insults and accusations. Political analysts say the election has become a personal vendetta between Oshiomhole and Obaseki, rather than a contest of ideas. However, the outcome of the election will have significant impli...
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