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| Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Danede(op): 7:31pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
*A-B-O-M-I-N-A-T-I-O-N* *Outrage greets Obaseki over social media attack on the Benin Palace* A peal of thunder and lightning is coursing through Benin nation against Governor Godwin Obaseki following a social media attack launched Monday morning against the revered Benin throne believed to be orchestrated from the Benin Government House. Adopting a pseudonym “Osaro Omoruyi (Canada)”, the post rained abuses on the Oba of Benin over his peace gospel ahead of the September 19 governorship polls which ironically has attracted praises for Oba Ewuare II across the state and the nation at large. While hosting the peace meeting in the palace last week, Oba Ewuare II had enjoined both candidates of PDP (Obaseki) and APC (Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu) to rein in their thugs and ensure the polls held in a peaceful atmosphere. Apparently, Oba Ewuare‘s peace message did not go down well with Obaseki and his deputy, Philip Shaibu. Specifically, Oba Ewuare II, who fondly describes Edo Deputy Governor as “my son”, urged him to keep the peace. Several media reports had earlier linked Shaibu to the recruitment and arming of thugs who have been terrorizing political opponent across the state. Apparently unhappy at the outcome of the parley which observers believe exposed Obaseki and his deputy as the aggressor and the chief promoters of violence, Obaseki’s agents decided to launch the attack against the monarch. Interestingly, nimble computer software deployed on the social media soon after the post started trending seamlessly revealed the origin as Benin, not Canada as falsely claimed by the author. Specifically, the online thread led back to Government House in Benin. While describing the Benin monarch in unflattering terms, Obaseki’s “Osaro Omoruyi (Canada)” came close to insinuating that the Oba risked suffering the fate that befell the recently deposed Emir of Kanu, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi. Sanusi was controversially deposed earlier this year by Governor Ganduje for not supporting his re-election in 2019. Besides, “Osaro Omoruyi (Canada)” made an elaborate effort to launder the image of the governor’s grandpa, Agho Obaseki, often referred to in history as “traitor” for betraying Ovoramen to British invaders in 1897 despite being a beneficiary of the Oba monarch. Rather, “Osaro Omoruyi (Canada)” described Agho Obaseki as the one who did Ovonramwen a big favour in the episode. Reacting yesterday, prominent Benin sons and daughters condemned Obaseki for this “taboo”. Said Dr. Odigie Obasuyi, a Lagos-based historian of Benin origin, “With this, Obaseki has crossed the red line. This is unacceptable. In my view, Oba Ewuare II acted like a true sage in that widely reported peace parley. Obaseki’s desperation for second term will lead him to a political ruin.” Said Mr. Osasuyi Agbonifo, a Benin-based businessman: “People don’t seem to learn from history. Recall that once upon a time in the 90s, one wayward Miitary administration of Igbo extraction tried to be rude to Oba Erediauwa over the king’s principled pro-democracy stand. He didn’t end well.” Also reacting, a prominent palace chief condemned the media post, warning those trying to discredit the Benin Oba for his otherwise sagacious role, risked incurring the wrath of the ancestors.* *Outrage greets Obaseki over social media attack on the Benin Palace* A peal of thunder and lightning is coursing through Benin nation against Governor Godwin Obaseki following a social media attack launched Monday morning against the revered Benin throne believed to be orchestrated from the Benin Government House. Adopting a pseudonym “Osaro Omoruyi (Canada)”, the post rained abuses on the Oba of Benin over his peace gospel ahead of the September 19 governorship polls which ironically has attracted praises for Oba Ewuare II across the state and the nation at large. While hosting the peace meeting in the palace last week, Oba Ewuare II had enjoined both candidates of PDP (Obaseki) and APC (Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu) to rein in their thugs and ensure the polls held in a peaceful atmosphere. Apparently, Oba Ewuare‘s peace message did not go down well with Obaseki and his deputy, Philip Shaibu. Specifically, Oba Ewuare II, who fondly describes Edo Deputy Governor as “my son”, urged him to keep the peace. Several media reports had earlier linked Shaibu to the recruitment and arming of thugs who have been terrorizing political opponent across the state. Apparently unhappy at the outcome of the parley which observers believe exposed Obaseki and his deputy as the aggressor and the chief promoters of violence, Obaseki’s agents decided to launch the attack against the monarch. Interestingly, nimble computer software deployed on the social media soon after the post started trending seamlessly revealed the origin as Benin, not Canada as falsely claimed by the author. Specifically, the online thread led back to Government House in Benin. While describing the Benin monarch in unflattering terms, Obaseki’s “Osaro Omoruyi (Canada)” came close to insinuating that the Oba risked suffering the fate that befell the recently deposed Emir of Kanu, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi. Sanusi was controversially deposed earlier this year by Governor Ganduje for not supporting his re-election in 2019. Besides, “Osaro Omoruyi (Canada)” made an elaborate effort to launder the image of the governor’s grandpa, Agho Obaseki, often referred to in history as “traitor” for betraying Ovoramen to British invaders in 1897 despite being a beneficiary of the Oba monarch. Rather, “Osaro Omoruyi (Canada)” described Agho Obaseki as the one who did Ovonramwen a big favour in the episode. Reacting yesterday, prominent Benin sons and daughters condemned Obaseki for this “taboo”. Said Dr. Odigie Obasuyi, a Lagos-based historian of Benin origin, “With this, Obaseki has crossed the red line. This is unacceptable. In my view, Oba Ewuare II acted like a true sage in that widely reported peace parley. Obaseki’s desperation for second term will lead him to a political ruin.” Said Mr. Osasuyi Agbonifo, a Benin-based businessman: “People don’t seem to learn from history. Recall that once upon a time in the 90s, one wayward Miitary administration of Igbo extraction tried to be rude to Oba Erediauwa over the king’s principled pro-democracy stand. He didn’t end well.” Also reacting, a prominent palace chief condemned the media post, warning those trying to discredit the Benin Oba for his otherwise sagacious role, risked incurring the wrath of the ancestors. 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Nobody: 7:35pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
Benin people and this there palace sef Mtcheew. if u no want vote Obaseki vote Iyamu ..case closed.. if u no want Iyamu tell..am All these palace trash up and down.. palace na govt house 1 Like |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Madibah(m): 7:38pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
Who palace epp.. Mtchew 9 Likes 1 Share
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| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by bluebay(m): 7:39pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
Stop repeating stories 2 Likes |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Nobody: 7:41pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
OBA OF BENIN MUST THREAD CAUTIOUSLY ON EDO ELECTION By Osaro Omoruyi (Canada) The recent so- called Peace Meeting called by the revered Oba of Benin between PDP and APC will go down in the annals of the Edos as a classical case of how a monarch who is a father to all enmeshed himself in a political imbroglio between two edo gladiators and took sides with one of the parties in a very illogical and comical manner. It was glaring to all that the Oba danced naked in the market place and non of his subjects could summon courage to draw his attention to it. By the Oba's performance it was clear that the objective of the meeting was to humiliate, intimidate and cow Obaseki and his supporters. I must at this juncture commend Obaseki and Shaibu for their composure and display of maturity, humility and respect for the Benin throne in the face of obvious provocation, hostility and bare faced arm twisting tactics inflicted on them in the Palace. The Oba ignored the fact that standing before him was the Governor of Edo State given the power of life and death in accordance to the rule of law irrespective of whose axe is gored. By virtue of the Nigerian Constitution, let it be made clear that the Oba or any other traditional ruler any where in Nigeria is subordinate to the authority of a State Governor. In fact the Oba of Benin is in no where mentioned in the Constitution. It is said that history repeats itself because some people fail to learn from history. Contemporary Nigeria history is replete with cases of traditional rulers who have been deposed. The most recent one is the Ganduje/Sanusi case in Kano arising mainly from the emir who is expected to be apolitical taking sides against the Governor in an election. Even Kwankwaso couldn't save Sanusi when the push came to a shove. It brings to mind Achebe's little bird Nza who after a heavy meal forgot himself and challenged his "chi" (personal god) to a wrestling duel. The Oba left no one in doubt as to how Oshiomhole courted him in 2016 for his imprimatur to make Obaseki a Governor. He now gave a condition that unless Dangote stands as "guarantor" whatever that means for him. In other to have maximum impact on the people, the Oba ensured the whole episode was recorded in full real time and circulated to the whole world via the internet. As a former diplomat the Oba is aware that such peace meetings are held behind closed doors if the intentions are genuine for salutary effects.For the avoidance of doubt let me state here that no single individual or a group has the authority under any guise to hijack the democratic right of Edo State citizens to freely elect their governor.It is the peoples' mandate to give to anyone of their choice..."We the people..."Vox populi, vox dei" the voice of the people is the voice of God. It was uncharitable for the Oba to have made a dubious reference to the memory of Great Agho Ogbeide Obaseki, the Governor's grand father. From whatever angle the Oba chose to look at that era, he can not deny the noble roles Agho played in Benin history. After the British invasion, Oba Ovonramwen from his hideout sent Agho on reconnaissance to the city and he was captured. After the surrender of Ovonramwen, the British tried to use Agho as a witness to convict him but Agho refused and saved him from execution and then made Ologbosere (military commander) the fall guy who paid the supreme sacrifice. While in exile in Calabar, Ovonramwen did not forget Agho's kind gesture and he gave Agho one of his daughters in marriage. Similarly, Oba Eweka 2 also gave his daughter in marriage to Agho. During the interegnum Agho was paramount Administrator of Benin for 16 years. He was also Iyase of Benin. Agho died 100 years ago and he is definitely not the issue today. The Oba without deference to the status of Shaibu as the Deputy Governor of Edo State referred to him publicly as a thug whereas it is in the public domain that all the attacks (Agbede, Okpella,Apana etc) were targeted at PDP. Even after the Governor informed him that as Chief Security Officer of the State, he has documented Security Reports on these attacks. The Oba responded that he does not want to apportion blame yet he singled out Shaibu by name for lashing. He made no mention of Capt. Osa, Kabaka and the lions and tigers. This kind of settlement is unmonarch-like. It is a far cry from a Daniel comes to judgement. It is easy to discern the hand of Esau and voice of Jacob in the so- called peace meeting but whatever it is, when one is sent a message as a slave he should deliver it as a free born. The bottom line is Edo people should be allowed to freely elect who they want as Governor in a peaceful atmosphere come 19th September 2020. Mind you Edo State is the heart beat of Nigeria. #@Sept2020edo 1 Like |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Hofbrauhaus(m): 7:44pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
Zombie and the zombielised can write whatsoever rubbish they want to write, na Dem Sabi. ApC don tire us. Na PDP we want. We would all vote obaseki. Ize-iyamu should come back after 4years. oshiomOle should go and die. Kabaka and the shabas would cool off in prison. Long live the oba of Benin kingdom. 4 + 4. 5 Likes |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Realadey(m): 9:23pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
Politicians are very funny,if Oshiomhole's name was mentioned by the Oba, this guy won't say a word and instead he will be praising him as a father figure, but now kasala don burst, he com dey talk anyhow to Oba. I see nothing wrong in what Oba did by calling for the peace meeting, oba himself must have heard from the reliable sources that Shuaibu is the one responsible for bringing in thugs here and there. Wetin concern me sef,anyone who wants to be used by the politicians can go ahead. Youths wake up and fight for your future,my own opinion o 3 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Elose11(m): 9:36pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
jerseyboy:This piece is from the stable of Ize-Iyamu and Oshomhole media council. It was authored by Maiyaki. Edo and the Benins in particular are not deceived. We know where this is coming from. We shall pay back on the 19th of September. Mark my word. On Obaseki reelection we stand. 1 Like |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Odingo1: 9:41pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
Garbage rubbish journalism |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by lalawealthy: 9:50pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
MelesZenawi:Come run your mouth for Benin like this:u go feel ham well. When men GBE u,u go kalax! 1 Like |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Nobody: 10:14pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
lalawealthy:U read wetin u write so, I should come Bini for what? Person hold u to come my side. Village champion. 1 Like |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Omanambala(m): 10:16pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
Said Mr. Osasuyi Agbonifo, a Benin-based businessman: “People don’t seem to learn from history. Recall that once upon a time in the 90s, one wayward Miitary administration of Igbo extraction tried to be rude to Oba Erediauwa over the king’s principled pro-democracy stand. He didn’t end well.” But when the whites invaded Bini and they went on a sacrificial spree slaughtering innocent young virgins as sacrifices to their gods for victory this didnt stop the European from bringing the fetish Chiefdom to ruins.. When Biafran soldiers matched into Bini what happened ? Bring your useless juju and I will destroy it right in your face.....using fetish rubbish to enslave your own people. |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Omanambala(m): 10:18pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
lalawealthy:Wetin you go do other than start a fight and scream "Ogun kill you" How many wars have you won ? Keep quiet ! |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Omanambala(m): 10:19pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
MelesZenawi:Where he has advantage to attack you...local Bini champ 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Nobody: 10:25pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
Omanambala:Proper local champion be that one forming what I don't know. |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by hajimosho(m): 10:33pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
The dog that will (eventually) get lost will not comply with the hunter's whistle. Obaseki is towing the pit path, acting upon his non-adherence to the sages advice.  2 Likes 2 Shares |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by morgstreme: 10:33pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
Hofbrauhaus:See you... USELESS juvenile hungry, Doltish IPOB 1 Like 2 Shares |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by SluttanSlayer: 10:34pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
APC propaganda and lies. 1 Like |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by MalcoImX: 10:42pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
Did they say they traced the address to government house? This one na another Wendell Simlin case o! |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Hofbrauhaus(m): 10:51pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
morgstreme:ZOMBIE 1 Like |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by fykes(m): 11:51pm On Sep 07, 2020 |
In 2015, I watched a politician pay 4million to put a news story he knows very well to be fake on nta newsbar. Note in the major news o... Just the dynamic bar at d bottom of the bar. Announcing that his opponent called the incumbent state governor daft. Since then, whenever there is election, I don't believe anything I read online. For all I care, oshiomole could be behind the write-up himself. 1 Like |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by lalawealthy: 12:56am On Sep 08, 2020 |
MelesZenawi:Oponu,trust me,u go hail. Baba,Benin nor b village and u de comment on wetyn u nor get idea on:your mata clear! |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Rugaria: 2:15am On Sep 08, 2020 |
What is it with that palace sef? Palace this palace that.... And why is that oba of a man injecting himself into the elections? His late father used to take a more dignified stance during elections 3 Likes |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Aladdin1(m): 3:46am On Sep 08, 2020 |
Its a pity.the Oba meant well and acted in the interest of peace in Edo state. But unfortunately Dog wey wan lost no dey hear him Master whistle.thats the case of Godwin and Philip. 1 Like 2 Shares |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Afolabimills(m): 3:52am On Sep 08, 2020 |
Realadey:but when apc thugs attack pdp right outside the oba palace why did he not scold apc?kabaka shaba etc whose thugs are they? |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by slivertongue: 3:53am On Sep 08, 2020 |
Elose11:I smell APC propaganda.. APC sud know. 2020 ain't 2015 the year they scammed Nigerians |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Nobody: 7:27am On Sep 08, 2020 |
Mr. Oba of Benin, Be Careful. Me I know say you be human being like any other person. You go go transfer. Na dem your eye go clear. |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Judeerons32: 7:48am On Sep 08, 2020 |
He has bitten more than he can chew. If this malicious statement was not sanctioned by Obaseki he should disown the writer immediately otherwise it will be seen as with his approval. |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Nobody: 7:49am On Sep 08, 2020 |
Elose11:Dont mind the useful idiots. With all the propaganda they have been churning out in the past few months, one would have thought they would have had more confidence of winning by now. Instead, they are trying to use the opinion of a free-born Edo person to blackmail the ruling party. Funny enough, the outrage is happening only in the minds of OP and his EPM mercenaries, we in Edo has our minds set on September 19th, nobody is swayed by online rhetorics for or against; they are all propaganda. |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Hofbrauhaus(m): 6:29am On Sep 12, 2020 |
morgstreme:.....says a poor imbecilic beggarly bastard. |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by morgstreme: 3:58pm On Sep 12, 2020 |
Hofbrauhaus:That bleeps your illiterate wretched hungry mother... |
| Re: Outrage Greets Obaseki Over Social Media Attack On The Benin Palace. by Hofbrauhaus(m): 5:02pm On Sep 12, 2020 |
morgstreme:Son, you can't fvck anybody with that your tiny, stinky, smelly pin of a dyck... |
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