Toba Owojaiye reporting
Benin City, Edo State
In a brazen display of political recklessness, the Edo State All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration finds itself under fire following an attempt to orchestrate the impeachment of the Executive Chairman of Igueben Local Government, Hon. (Engr.) Clement Asuelimhen. The controversial move, which involved only one council member, has drawn widespread condemnation for its apparent disregard for democratic principles and due process.
Truth Live News gathered that the ill-fated impeachment attempt was spearheaded by Hon. Henshaw Elimihe, in what has been described as a clandestine and undemocratic maneuver. This unilateral action, devoid of consensus or legal grounding, has been met with harsh criticism from both local stakeholders and the public.
Hon. Asuelimhen, in a statement released through his office, expressed his gratitude to the Honourable Councillors of Igueben Local Government, led by Hon. (Barr.) Austine Oleleayegbele, for their resolute stand against this political debacle. He commended their unwavering commitment to democracy, the rule of law, and the collective will of the people.
The Chairman also lambasted Hon. Elimihe for what he termed “a blatant display of power drunkenness and flagrant disregard for democratic norms.” Asuelimhen vowed that such political rascality would not be tolerated and reassured the people of Igueben that his administration remains focused on delivering good governance, undeterred by the antics of political detractors.
Political analysts have described the attempted impeachment as a glaring misuse of power by the APC government in Edo State, reflecting a troubling trend of intolerance and desperation. “This is not just an attack on Hon. Asuelimhen; it’s an attack on the entire democratic structure of Igueben Local Government,” noted a senior legal expert familiar with the case.
Residents of Igueben and political observers alike have criticized the state government for enabling what they perceive as an abuse of the democratic process. Many are calling for an investigation into the incident to ensure accountability and prevent future occurrences.
This development adds to growing concerns about the Edo APC government’s governance style, with critics accusing it of prioritizing political vendettas over service delivery and respect for democratic institutions.
As the fallout from this failed impeachment attempt continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the people of Igueben will not stand by idly as their democratic rights are trampled. For now, the Chairman’s decisive leadership and the Councillors’ collective resolve have sent a strong message that the rule of law remains sacrosanct in Igueben Local Government.
This attempted impeachment not only undermines democratic processes but also highlights the dangerous precedent of political impunity under the APC-led government in Edo State. Public sentiment appears to favor the Chairman’s firm stance, further isolating those behind the undemocratic move.