
Edo Governorship Election: Winners and Losers Emerge
The Edo State governorship election held last Saturday has revealed its winners and losers. Senator Monday Okpebholo of the APC emerged victorious, solidifying his position as a rising star in Edo politics.
Other winners include:
- Dennis Idahosa, Okpebholo’s running mate and former House of Representatives member
- Adams Oshiomhole, former Edo governor and National Assembly lawmaker
- Philip Shaibu, Deputy Governor and key figure in the APC’s victory
- The APC, cementing its influence in the state
Losers include:
- Asue Ighodalo, PDP governorship candidate
- Osarodion Ogie, former Secretary to the State Government and Ighodalo’s running mate
- Godwin Obaseki, outgoing governor and prominent PDP figure
- The PDP, historically dominant in Edo State
- Olumide Akpata, Labour Party governorship candidate
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Source: Punch Newspaper