The demand for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Monday Okpebholo to appear on national television has intensified as the September 21 Edo State gubernatorial election approaches. AriseTV, a prominent news network, has publicly urged the elusive candidate to submit himself for public scrutiny.
Okpebholo has repeatedly evaded calls to present his manifesto, if any, for public consideration. Over the past week, AriseTV presenter Rufai Oseni extended an open invitation to Okpebholo via his X handle, expressing his desire to interview the APC leader. However, observers have noted that the invitation seems to have been ignored.
AriseTV has now escalated the matter, issuing a specific demand for Okpebholo to appear in their studio at 9 AM on Monday, August 12, 2024. The question of whether “Monday will appear on Monday” has become a hot topic in the media.
Meanwhile, Asue-Ogie, Okpebholo’s main opponent, according to observers, has traveled to the United States to engage with the Edo diaspora community.
In contrast, Okpebholo is reportedly staying in a village in Esan land, awaiting support from President Tinubu to secure a victory in the upcoming election, according to some observers