Reactions trail mammoth crowd in Benin as Peter Obi dares Gov Okpebholo, storms Edo [VIDEO]
Reactions have continued to trail the presence of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in Edo State despite a warning issued by Governor Monday Okpebholo. DAILY POST recalls that Governor Okpebholo, on July 18 2025, warned the NDC candidate against visiting Edo State without prior notification and official security clearance. The governor’s decision sparked…
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Reactions continue to unfold following the arrival of Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate Peter Obi in Edo State. Governor Monday Okpebholo had previously cautioned against Obi's visit without prior notice and official clearance, sparking controversy among citizens who argued that Obi has the right to enter any Nigerian state.
On Wednesday, Obi made an unannounced appearance in Benin City, the state capital, to join fellow attendees at a Catholic funeral service. A video circulated online showing a throng of enthusiastic supporters lining the streets as Obi's vehicle approached the Holy Cross Cathedral. Social media users expressed mixed opinions about the governor's lack of response to Obi's uninvited visit.
Some, like popular television host Rufai Oseni, praised the residents for welcoming Obi without any prior campaign announcement or mobilization. Others criticized Okpebholo for not issuing a statement regarding the unexpected visit.
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