March 1, 2025 – In a bizarre turn of events, APC leaders have accused perceived Obaseki loyalists of undermining the current administration’s efforts to implement its policies and programs. They say that the presence of Obaseki’s loyalists in key positions is hindering the progress of the state and creating unnecessary friction within the government. They argue that APC faithfuls should be put in these positions instead, regardless of competency.
The leaked memo states, “During major events in the State, the PS engages loyalists of the PDP and Obaseki to handle the cooking and other official arrangements. Within the Government House, the PS has retained cooks who served in Obaseki’s administration. This arrangement is causing serious disarray, as appointees are now afraid of being poisoned.”
It continues, “APC leaders are worried about the development because some persons are leaking official documents in their possession to PDP leaders, especially Ogie and Asue Ighodalo, who are trying to upturn the victory of Governor Okpebholo at the Tribunal. If something urgent is not done, who knows what will happen next?”
“All protocol officers in Government House, including those who serve tea to Governor Okpebholo, are loyalists of Obaseki who are being retained by the Permanent Secretary. Accountants, procurement officers, cooks, drivers, and 98 percent of the staff who worked in Government House during Obaseki’s administration, are still in Okpebholo’s administration. We are worried. People hide or sit on files meant for the Governor.”
The Obaseki loyalists mentioned in the leaked memo are:
Permanent Secretary, Government House & Protocol
Accountants
Procurement officers
Cooks
Drivers
Protocol officers
