In a statement issued on Sunday, the government explained that the governor only advised the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate to obtain proper security clearance before visiting the state, stressing that the comment should not be misinterpreted.
Governor Okpebholo had, on July 18, referenced Obi’s June 7 visit to St. Philomena Hospital School of Nursing Sciences, where the former Anambra State governor donated ₦15 million to support ongoing projects.
The governor noted that Obi’s visit unfortunately coincided with a surge in violence in the area, which led to the killing of three persons.
The governor said, “That man who says he has no ‘shishi’ came and dropped ₦15 million. Where did he get it from? After he left, three people were killed. For this reason, Obi must not come to Edo without security clearance.
