Ebonyi Gov Suffers Backlash for Allegedly Rejecting Congratulatory Messages From Oppositions
- Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State faces backlash following his recent action shortly after the Supreme Court verdict that affirmed his status
- It was gathered that the former lawmaker, now governor, refused to acknowledge the congratulatory message of his opposition
- This development has sparked controversy as the Association of Ebonyi Indigenes Socio-Cultural In the Diaspora (AEISCID) condemned his action
Legit.ng journalist Segun Adeyemi has over 9 years of experience covering political events, civil societies, courts, and metro
The Supreme Court victory of Governor Francis Nwifuru in Ebonyi State has sparked controversy as the Association of Ebonyi Indigenes Socio-Cultural In the Diaspora (AEISCID) voices disapproval over the governor's response to congratulatory messages from the opposition.
Despite triumphing in the Supreme Court, Governor Nwifuru has faced criticism for rebuffing well-wishes from rivals, particularly from Ifeanyi Odii of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Professor Bernard Odoh of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA).
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The Supreme Court ultimately dismissed the petitions filed by Odii and Odoh challenging Nwifuru's electoral victory.
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In a statement released on Friday, Paschal Omaka, the President of AEISCID, conveyed apprehension about the governor's response to congratulatory messages from opposition candidates.
Instead of acknowledging the well-wishes, the governor was reported in social and mainstream media as stating that he does not require their support in his government.
Gov Nwifuru lacks diplomatic traits
The group criticised Nwifuru for his alleged statement, expressing concerns about the governor's apparent lack of wisdom, tact, and diplomacy.
This has raised fears within the group that he may not possess the suitable temperament for the highest office in Ebonyi.
The statement reads:
“Such crude and absurd mindset can only breed arrogance that if left unchecked could lead to total dictatorship and of course, a desperate plot to plunge Ebonyi into a one-party state."
The organisation has given the governor and the Ebonyi State Government a 48-hour deadline to retract the statement attributed to Nwifuru promptly.
Additionally, they demand that the governor apologise without reservation to the candidates of the PDP and APGA.
Nasarawa: PDP’s Ombugadu breaks silence after Supreme Court verdict
In another report, the governorship candidate of PDP in Nasarawa state, David Ombugadu, has called for calm from his supporters.
This is on the heels of the unrest in the state following the announcement of the Supreme Court verdict.
Ombugadu thanked his supporters for their commitment and resilience towards his journey of taking over the helm of affairs in the state.
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