Toba Owojaiye reporting
Benin City, Edo State
In a shocking development, the Oredo Legislative Clerk, in collaboration with Oredo HOLGA Dr. Osaheni Igbinigie and NULGE Chairman Mr. John Osabuohien, has been accused of orchestrating the impeachment of the duly elected Oredo Local Government Chairman through the use of impostors, thugs, and touts.
Reports gathered by Truth Live News indicate that a male impostor, falsely claiming to represent Ward 5, initiated the motion for impeachment. However, it has been confirmed that the legitimate councillor for Ward 5 is a female, casting serious doubt on the legitimacy of the process.
The 12 recognized Oredo councillors have distanced themselves from the act, describing it as illegal and unconstitutional. They have reaffirmed their commitment to safeguarding the recent Supreme Court ruling, which protects the tenure of elected local government officials.
Legal experts have cautioned that those involved in this illegitimate action, including the clerk and other collaborators, may face severe penalties, including imprisonment for contempt of court.
The incident has provoked widespread public outrage, with residents calling for immediate intervention to uphold the rule of law and restore democratic order.
Further developments on this story are expected.