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No Entry to Exco Meeting Without Wearing Tinubu’s ‘Asiwaju Cap’ — Edo Governor Okpebholo Warns Commissioners

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has issued a stern warning to newly appointed commissioners, declaring that anyone who fails to wear the ‘Asiwaju cap’ popularly known as the Tinubu cap will be barred from attending Executive Council meetings.

Speaking on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, during the swearing-in of 20 new commissioners and members of various boards, Okpebholo emphasized his loyalty to President Bola Tinubu, stressing that the event would not have been possible without the president’s support.

He recalled that in previous elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) struggled in Edo due to lack of backing from the presidency, but said that had changed under Tinubu’s leadership.

“Before we begin, let me say this could not have happened without a responsible President. We’ve had many elections here, and our major problem was that the President wasn’t with us,” he said.
“You see this cap I’m wearing? I will not forgive any commissioner who isn’t wearing it. If you come to the Exco in traditional attire without this Asiwaju cap, you’re going back,” he warned.

The governor also cautioned against corruption and misconduct, insisting his administration would not tolerate any behavior that could d@mage its reputation.
Okpebholo noted that the appointments were based on merit and reminded the appointees that their positions were a call to serve, not a political reward.

“Your nominations are not rewards or patronage but a call to serve the people of Edo State. Our administration is committed to practical governance that directly impacts lives.
We are focused on service delivery and tangible results, not propaganda,” he added.

ChiefOloye:
I'm waiting to see how Asiwaju won't win 2027 Presidential election in a landslide.

Oakenshield:
Nigeria need a true revolution not all this nonsense

arejibadz:
https://x.com/instablog9ja/status/1978226967318016452?t=fmOrkmya-DTJiuAcXhVpyA&s=19[/quote]This man works extremely hard to convince everyone he's an olodo. I've never seen anything like it.

ChiefOloye:
I'm waiting to see how Asiwaju won't win 2027 Presidential election in a landslide.

malali:
Are we still in a democracy ?


Its starting to look like


Youths earnestly ask for Abacha (YEAA)

Brendaniel:
So this is how Tinubu wants to win 2027 election, by forcing people against their wish?

When sycophants wear the crown they want everyone to become sycophants

Saturnalia:
You can volunteer to start the revolution so that the Nigerian Army and Air Force can use you as target practice.