- Senator Adams Oshiomhole apologizes to former Senator Matthew Urhokhide, admitting regret over supporting Senator Ehigie Uzamere in the APC
- Oshiomhole acknowledges his mistake, describing his support for Uzamere as a costly error that led to Urhokhide’s victory
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has apologised to Matthew Urhokhide, the former Senator representing Edo South, expressing regret over his support for Senator Ehigie Uzamere within the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Speaking over the weekend during the formal reception of Senator Urhokhide and eight former local government chairmen into the APC, Oshiomhole, currently representing Edo North in the National Assembly, acknowledged his error in backing Uzamere against Urhokhide’s candidacy.
Oshiomhole described his support for Uzamere as one of the costly mistakes in his political career, lamenting that it led to the loss of Edo South to Senator Urhoghide on two occasions.
“I was misled, but I take full responsibility for supporting former Senator Uzamere. However, after his victory, he defected back to the PDP,” Oshiomhole remarked.
He further acknowledged Urhokhide’s role in the political landscape, stating, “For two consecutive elections spanning eight years, Urhoghide taught us a lesson.”
Senator Urhokhide, in response, pledged to work towards restoring the integrity of institutions in the state upon joining the APC.
State APC Chairman Jaret Tenebe also emphasized the party’s commitment to attracting members from other political entities, highlighting the importance of numbers in democratic processes.