The media team representing Dennis Idahosa, the Deputy Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, has vehemently denied the rumors of the arrest of the representative of Ovia constituency in the House of Representatives in Europe.
They clarified that Idahosa was actually in the United Kingdom and other European countries, engaging with Edo people in the Diaspora regarding the upcoming governorship election on September 21, 2024.
The team emphasized that there was no truth to the claims that he was pursued by INTERPOL from London, as these insinuations were completely baseless and defamatory.
The media team expressed their strong condemnation of the spurious publication that has been circulating on social media, targeting the deputy governorship candidate of the Edo APC. They viewed this as an attempt to tarnish the reputation of a dedicated public servant and a highly respected two-time honorable member of the House of Representatives.
The team emphasized that Dennis Idahosa’s recent tour of the UK and other European countries was aimed at strategic consultations with Edo people in the Diaspora, where he highlighted the vision for a new and improved Edo State under the leadership of Senator Monday Okpebholo.
During his tour, Dennis Idahosa had extensive interactive sessions with prominent individuals from Edo State residing in major European cities such as Netherlands, Sweden, Denmark, and Germany.
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The purpose of these sessions was to engage with the Edo community in the Diaspora and garner support for the Okpebholo/Idahosa ticket in the upcoming governorship poll.
The media team emphasized that it was widely known that Idahosa had traveled across Europe to connect with Edo indigenes and discuss the importance of building a more prosperous Edo State.
The media team expressed their disappointment at the malicious twisting of Dennis Idahosa’s efforts to bring positive change to Edo State by certain individuals who they referred to as “agents of darkness” and their paymasters.
They stressed that such actions were a disservice to the good people of Edo State and undermined the collective goal of building a better future for the state.
The team concluded by stating that the journey to liberate Edo State from the grip of a tyrannical and unproductive government over the past seven and a half years was a crucial mission for all peace-loving Edo indigenes worldwide.
The statement released emphasized the unwavering support for Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, highlighting his impeccable reputation as a dedicated public servant. It vehemently denounced the unfounded allegations made against him, reassuring the public of his integrity and commitment to serving the nation.
Furthermore, it was made clear that the matter was not being taken lightly, as investigations were already underway by the appropriate security agencies in Nigeria to uncover the truth behind the malicious publication. The perpetrators behind the false claims were warned that they would face legal consequences for their actions.
The statement also provided a timeline of events, detailing Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa’s return to Nigeria and his prompt attendance at the House of Representatives session. This information aimed to dispel any doubts or misinformation circulating regarding his whereabouts and activities during the specified period.
In addition, the media team highlighted the shared vision of Senator Okpebholo and Idahosa to elevate Edo state to new heights, showcasing their determination to work together for the betterment of the region. This collaborative effort was portrayed as a positive step towards progress and development in Edo state.
