In the midst of ongoing political tensions, outgoing Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has boldly addressed speculations of an impending probe by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). As he nears the end of his tenure, Obaseki dismissed fears of potential arrest, maintaining that his record remains transparent and his conscience clear.
“Why should I have fears?” Obaseki stated, underscoring his resolve. “I just focused on what I believe in and today, you can see what has been achieved. What happens after that is not up to me.” Obaseki firmly described any attempts to initiate a probe as political maneuvering aimed at undermining his legacy. Yet, despite these pressures, the governor emphasized that he has neither regrets nor concerns about his tenure.
"They can continue with their political witch-hunt and do all they can to hurt me—that's their problem,” he remarked. “I'm not afraid, I’m not worried. They have written all sorts of silly petitions against me, and that’s part of the challenge.” Demonstrating his willingness to cooperate with authorities, he added, “I can even hand myself over, and if they call me, I don’t have anything to hide.”
Highlighting the political landscape in Nigeria, Obaseki pointed to what he perceives as a system plagued by bitterness, vendetta, and animosity. He expressed frustration toward those who have opposed him in Edo, accusing them of jealousy and an inability to match the progress achieved under his leadership. “People who have opposed me in Edo state are cruel, very wicked people, very jealous and envious, and this is because they cannot show as much as the achievements we have made in the past eight years,” he asserted.
However, Obaseki’s resolve remains steadfast in his mission to serve the people of Edo State and to leave behind a positive legacy. He called on leaders across Nigeria to focus on improving citizens' lives, particularly during these challenging times marked by economic hardship. "The suffering is too much,” he said. “We have the advantage and privilege to make things happen. So, we should focus on issues and not on vendetta.”
As he prepares to exit office, Obaseki's words resonate as a call for purposeful governance, free from the distractions of personal vendettas and political feuds. The governor's message to his critics is clear: his track record will speak for itself, regardless of attempts to question his integrity.
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