Edo State Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa has declared that any effort to weaken his relationship with Governor Monday Okpebholo is “dead on arrival.”
Speaking to journalists in Benin on Friday, Idahosa described those behind the alleged plot as distractors frustrated by the effective governance being demonstrated by the administration.
The former House of Representatives member urged anyone attempting to create discord between him and Okpebholo to instead focus on initiatives that would support the governor’s SHINE Agenda.
Idahosa emphasized his unwavering loyalty to Okpebholo, despite online smear campaigns targeting the administration. He also called on Edo residents to remain supportive of the government as it continues to deliver on its campaign promises.
He said, “It has come to my attention that some individuals, unsettled by the unity between my boss, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and myself, have turned to spreading false narratives online in a desperate bid to sow discord.
“Let it be clear: their efforts will achieve nothing. As long as my boss and I remain united, any such plans are destined to fail. I, Dennis Osagbemwenrue Idahosa, stand firmly behind my boss like the Rock of Gibraltar. I stand where he stands and sit where he sits. Any attempt to divide us or weaken our team is dead on arrival. They are simply wasting their time.”