Obaseki Missing, Escaped Govt House In Unmarked Bus, Okpebholo Alleges (Video)

Edo State Governor-Elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo has raised concerns over the whereabouts of outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki, alleging that the missing governor left the Government House in an unmarked bus last Friday.

Okpebholo’s assertion on the missing governor came after Obaseki claimed he wasn’t invited to the inauguration and further alleged Okpebholo’s mandate as governor-elect was stolen.

See Video of Obaseki claiming he had been left out of the inauguration:

In a statement issued Sunday, Okpebholo claimed that Obaseki’s absence and recent comments were part of a calculated attempt to stir unrest before the transfer of power. According to Okpebholo’s spokesperson, Godspower Inegbe, Obaseki left the Edo Government House on Friday under mysterious circumstances, allegedly escaping Benin City in an unmarked bus and had been missing since.

“As of Friday, 8th November, Obaseki’s whereabouts remain unknown,” the statement read, adding that the outgoing governor “chased everyone out of Government House before leaving for an undisclosed location.”

The situation has sparked public concern, with Okpebholo stating that Obaseki’s actions reflect an attempt to undermine the transition. In response to Obaseki’s assertion that he was excluded from the inauguration slated for Tuesday, Okpebholo dismissed the claim as “laughable and absurd,” accusing Obaseki of attempting to rewrite the narrative and cause unnecessary friction ahead of the handover.

“Since the election, Obaseki has employed various tactics to frustrate a smooth transition,” the statement continued. “As a sitting governor, Obaseki should tell Edo people if he has ever extended an invitation to the Governor-Elect for a formal tour of Government House or a meeting to discuss the handover process.”

Okpebholo further criticized Obaseki for repeatedly labeling his election victory as a “stolen mandate” without evidence, insisting the September 21 election outcome was legitimate. “Edo people spoke through the ballot, rejecting the continuation of Obaseki’s government,” Okpebholo stated, referring to Obaseki’s preferred successor, Asue Ighodalo, whom Okpebholo dubbed a “glorified stooge.”

Besides alleging that Obaseki had gone missing, Okpebholo accused Obaseki of attempting to influence the tribunal’s decision through “false and preemptive claims.” He warned that while he is committed to peace, Obaseki’s “baseless accusations” would not go unchallenged once his immunity ends. “If he persists in his unfounded claims, he will face legal consequences for his actions,” Okpebholo stated, urging the public to support his administration in addressing the challenges left behind by the outgoing government.

As the inauguration approaches, the statement concluded with an appeal to Edo residents to disregard Obaseki’s recent statements and support the incoming administration, which, according to Okpebholo, is poised to correct the “wrongs of this government” and bring stability back to the state.
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