Edo Forum Demands Retraction of ADC's Allegations

The Edo South Unity Forum criticized the Orhionmwon local government area chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for publicly branding its publicity secretary, Mr. Osazuwa Ogiemwonyi, as involved in financial misconduct without following due process. The forum expressed that its concern lies not with the ADC's internal disciplinary actions but with the premature publication of allegations that could unjustly portray Ogiemwonyi as guilty before any independent investigation or lawful determination.

In a statement signed by the forum's president, Dr. Bright Omoregie, and secretary, Hon. Charles Osariemen Agbonison, it was emphasized that every Nigerian is entitled to the constitutional presumption of innocence until proven guilty through a fair and transparent process. The forum argued that publicly accusing an individual of financial impropriety without establishing the facts through due process amounts to trial by media and could damage the person's reputation, eroding public confidence in democratic institutions and discouraging youth participation in politics.