Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Jarret Tenebe, on Friday said the allegations of Edo government exterminating democracy are unfounded and libelous.

Tenebe, in a statement, said Governor Monday Okpebholo as the Chief Executive of the State, followed due process for the suspension of local government chairmen and vice chairmen by the House of Assembly.

He said Okpebholo has a responsibility to ensure that all three tiers of government operate within the ambit of the law in the state.

“It is crucial to recognize that the government has a duty to protect the interests of the citizens and maintain public order,” he said.

“The Edo State Laws, as documented by the Ministry of Justice, provide a framework for the governance of the State. While the factional narcissistic PDP Caretaker Committee claims that the Governor’s actions are in breach of court injunctions and the Constitution, it is essential to consider the complexities of the situation.

“Rather than accusing the Governor of “lawlessness” and “extermination of constitutional democracy,” the narcissistic factional PDP Caretaker Committee should engage in constructive dialogue and seek solutions that promote the well-being of all Edo State citizens.”

According to him, the people of Edo State are aware of the opposition’s tactics and are not swayed by their allegations.

Tenebe said that the PDP’s approach is seen as a desperate attempt to discredit Okpebholo and the State Government rather than a genuine concern for the welfare of the people.

“We are fully in support of the actions taken by the House of Assembly. We urge the various anti-graft agencies to recover our stolen commonwealth in Edo,” he said.

“We also support steps taken by councillors across the various local government councils in the State who have decided to save their people by impeaching the corrupt and inept suspended chairmen.”