Edo APC Chair Jarrett Tenebe Issues Violent Threats for Votes
Jarrett Tenebe, the Edo State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has caused controversy by threatening violence against those who oppose the party's plans to secure votes for President Bola Tinubu in the January 16 election. In a video that surfaced online, Tenebe stated that the APC aims to secure 2.5 million votes for Tinubu and warned that anyone attempting to obstruct their efforts would face severe consequences.
He specifically mentioned "AK-47 fire" as a form of retaliation against those who create obstacles for the party's mobilization efforts. Tenebe elaborated on his threats by contrasting them with other forms of violence, indicating that those who stand in the way of the APC's goals would face dire repercussions.
His statements have raised significant concerns regarding political violence and the tone of the upcoming election campaign.
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