The Chief Imam of Benin Central Mosque, Alhaji Abdufatah Enabulele, on Monday, said that the people of Edo state are against bloodshed during the political parties’ primaries in the state.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), had fixed the governorship election in Edo for Sept. 19, while that of Ondo state was fixed for Oct. 10.
Enabulele, who spoke with journalists in Benin, the state capital, noted that this plea would include the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election coming up in June.
According to its election timetable, the APC had scheduled the governorship primary in Edo for June 22 while that of Ondo state will hold on July 20.
Political analysts have however predicted violence in the APC primaries in Edo state considering the tussle between the National Chairman of the party, Adams Oshiomhole, and the incumbent Governor, Godwin Obaseki.
It should be noted that Mr Obaseki is seeking reelection against the political will of Mr Oshiomhole.“The Edo and Ondo elections are almost coming up at the same time, hence there is political tension in both states now due to their political differences.
“We are appealing that they should understand it is God that gives power, which as Muslims, we put them in prayers during the Ramadan.“President Muhammadu Buhari also has a big role to play in this regard. He is the commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and he is the most senior leader of the (APC).
“The president must not be silent, he should use his power and authority to ensure that there is equity and fair play during the primaries of these two states.
“Buhari should be able to call all the parties involved to order so that there will be peace and tranquility in Edo and Ondo states.
”For us in Edo, we have been enjoying peace and we want to continue in this regard,” Enebulele said.
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