A distinguished chieftain of the All Progressives Occasion (APC) in Edo State, Dr. Tony Obahieme, has strongly condemned what he known as ‘media assaults’ on the social gathering’s flag bearer for the upcoming governorship election within the state, Senator Monday Okpebholo.
Reacting to a tweet by AriseNews Channel host, Rufai Oseni, about Okpebholo, Obahieme described claims by the journalist as “deceptive and manipulative.”
Dr. Obahieme accused Oseni of abandoning journalistic integrity, claiming that his actions amounted to “narrative manipulation and character assassination.”
He expressed disappointment, stating, “I don’t count on this sort of false and public manipulation from somebody all of us respect.”
Defending Senator Okpebholo, Dr. Obahieme emphasised that the APC governorship candidate and Edo South Senator has all the time been accessible and like direct communication with the individuals of Edo State.
“He’s a full-breed grassroots politician who has earned the love and belief of the actual Edo individuals,” Obahieme acknowledged, including that Okpebholo was poised to change into the subsequent governor of the state.
He additional criticised these he stated have “failed Edolites,” accusing them of corruption and contributing to Edo State’s debt profile.
Dr. Obahieme concluded by advising Oseni to retract his assertion and keep away from being utilized by political opponents to mislead the general public.
Obahieme’s feedback have sparked additional debate on the position of the media in politics.
