Senator Adams Oshiomhole, former Governor of Edo State, has expressed his belief that the people of Edo State still hold him in high regard due to his accomplishments during his governorship.
According to a report from TheCable news, Oshiomhole made this statement after meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where he accompanied APC gubernatorial candidate Monday Okpebholo and deputy gubernatorial candidate Dennis Idahosa.
"I supported Governor Obaseki in Edo State and so I have people who still have affection for me," Oshiomhole said. He highlighted that his endorsement of Godwin Obaseki's gubernatorial candidacy has garnered him loyalty from certain quarters. Oshiomhole juxtaposed his past achievements with the present circumstances, asserting that the people of Edo State remember his contributions during his tenure as Governor.
Oshiomhole's remarks indicate that his legacy in Edo State remains robust, and his influence continues to have an impact on the populace. His statement suggests that his achievements as Governor have left a lasting impression on the people of Edo State, and he remains a respected figure in the state's political landscape.