Okpebholo: No Vacancy in Aso Rock Amid Insecurity Claims

Mondai Okpebholo, the governor of Edo State, addressed concerns regarding insecurity in Nigeria, asserting that there is "no vacancy" in Aso Rock, even if attempts are made to kidnap individuals. He attributed the increase in insecurity to orchestrated efforts aimed at tarnishing the leadership of President Bola Tinubu.

Okpebholo emphasized that insecurity should not be allowed to disrupt governance, stating that if children are kidnapped, it would hinder effective governance. He called for peace to enable proper rule and highlighted the impact of the removal of fuel subsidies, which has been felt across various projects in the state.

Okpebholo also expressed confidence in the APC's ability to deliver 2.5 million votes in the upcoming 2027 general elections. Jarrett Teneb, the APC chairman, described the party as a viable option in the state and urged candidates to replicate the governor's developmental strides across local government areas.