Councillors from Etsako East Local Government Area in Edo State have dismissed rumours suggesting an impeachment plot against their chairman, Hon. Benedicta Attoh.
Led by the Leader of the House, Hon. Solomon Oghuma, the councillors expressed their firm loyalty to Attoh, emphasizing that no amount of intimidation or enticement would cause them to turn against her.
They described her as a compassionate leader who prioritizes the welfare of the people.
During a solidarity visit to Attoh’s residence in Okpekpe, the councillors affirmed their unwavering support, praising her leadership and contributions to the community. They expressed their desire for her reinstatement, so she can continue her work in service to the people.
“We want our Chairman to be reinstated so she can continue to serve humanity,” they said.
The councillors also cautioned against any efforts to undermine democracy in the state and reassured Attoh of their continuous loyalty. They highlighted her role as a mother and a role model, noting her significant impact on the lives of both the councillors and the general public through her human welfare initiatives.
In her response, Attoh expressed gratitude for the support from the councillors and leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party. Sheq emphasized the importance of a strong relationship between leaders and their followers, noting the positive working dynamics within the local government.
Attoh also appealed to the Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, to reconsider his stance on the suspension of the chairmen. She urged him to reinstate them, stressing that there was no need to create divisions or tension within the state. Attoh affirmed her commitment to working with the governor to achieve his goals and continue serving the people of Edo State.
“The Governor of Edo State is our father, and the father of everyone in the state, regardless of political affiliation. I have never offended him or done anything wrong. As a father of the State we can only appeal to him to allow us continue our service to the masses. We are ready to work with him to achieve his goals and support him as Chairmen. There is indeed no need to cause tension and widen disunity across the State.
“Everyone knows him to be a peaceful person and we have no doubt that he will have a second thought and reinstate the unlawfully suspended Chairmen. God is the only one that has final power and we all look up to the same God for our daily help” she said.
