A video capturing a disturbing incident involving Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has surfaced on social media. In the footage, the governor is seen being verbally attacked by a group of Nigerians while abroad.
The incident, which occurred in a foreign country, saw a crowd of Nigerians accusing Governor Obaseki of neglecting the roads in his state while he enjoyed the luxury of well-maintained roads abroad. The governor, attired in a suit, remained composed as he silently made his way to a building for an engagement.
The voiceover in the video captured the verbal assault on Governor Obaseki "This is Obaseki right here. Your state has failed. That is Obaseki of Edo State. See as you are. You see the good roads here. Obaseki, did you see good roads? Obaseki o-e, Obaseki -le. He is walking on a good road. That is the governor of Edo State. He is walking on a good road but his state doesn’t have good roads. That’s the governor."
Governor Obaseki has repeatedly alleged that the poor state of roads in Edo State is largely due to neglect by federal authorities who are responsible for their maintenance.
As of now, the Edo State Government has not responded to the video, and details regarding the date and specific location of the incident remain unknown. Governor Obaseki's calm demeanor amidst the verbal assault has drawn both praise and criticism from Nigerians online.
The emergence of this video has once again brought attention to the state of infrastructure in Nigeria, particularly the condition of roads. It also raises questions about the responsibility of state and federal governments in addressing these issues. Governor Obaseki's silence during the incident has sparked debate, with some commending his composure while others criticize him for not engaging with the aggrieved Nigerians. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of accountability and the need for urgent action to address the deteriorating state of infrastructure across Nigeria.
