The remarks made by Odion Olaye, the chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Edo State, have certainly raised tensions ahead of the upcoming gubernatorial election on September 21. His statement, particularly the warning that Edo State “will burn” if Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, is not declared the winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has sparked controversy.
These comments come amidst a broader backdrop of allegations between the PDP and the All Progressives Congress (APC), with accusations from PDP Chairman Dr. Tony Aziegbemi that the APC plans to use fake INEC staff to manipulate the election’s outcome. However, the APC’s Media Director of the Campaign Council, Prince Kassim Afegbua, has firmly denied these claims.
This situation highlights the charged atmosphere surrounding the election, with both parties accusing each other of potential foul play, raising concerns about post-election reactions.
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