‘There is no vacancy in Aso Rock even if you kidnap all of us’ – Okpebholo says

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has alleged that opposition figures are behind the recent rise in insecurity across the country, claiming it is aimed at discrediting the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Speaking at the flag-off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign for the local government elections in Edo South Senatorial District, the governor said those promoting insecurity would not succeed in their political ambitions.

“They can even kidnap all of us—yes, there is no vacancy in Aso Rock,” Okpebholo declared.

He alleged that the recent wave of insecurity was being orchestrated by the opposition to tarnish the President’s image.

“There is no vacancy in Aso Rock. What is happening today is the handiwork of the opposition,” he said.

The governor further questioned the motives of those behind kidnappings and violent attacks.

“They have failed. Have they not failed? Is it by kidnapping children? Then who are you going to govern? There will be nobody for you to govern. So let them give us peace so that we can rule well,” he added.

Okpebholo also praised President Tinubu’s performance in office, saying the impact of fuel subsidy removal was becoming evident through various projects across Edo State. He expressed confidence that APC candidates would win the forthcoming local government elections and help deliver the 2.5 million votes the party has pledged to the President in the 2027 general election.

Earlier, APC state chairman Jarrett Tenebe described the party as the only viable political platform in Edo State and urged candidates to take the governor’s developmental message across the state.

The event also featured the unveiling of APC candidates for the Edo South Senatorial District ahead of the local government elections.