Chidiebere J. Okoh Frowns At Royal Fathers Blowing Hot And Cold Over Political Endorsements
Chidiebere J. Okoh has expressed concern over what he described as the growing practice of some traditional rulers and community leaders allegedly giving conflicting political endorsements to different candidates. Okoh, who made the observation while reacting to recent political activities in Bende Federal Constituency, frowned at situations where, according to him, some leaders extend one hand to receive gifts and endorse a candidate, only to turn around and accept similar gestures from another contender and endorse the person as well. He described such conduct as “worrisome, degrading and unbecoming” of respected traditional institutions, arguing that royal fathers are expected to…
