By Ayodele Oni
Apostle Kassy Chukwu, an aide to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, has clarified that his comments on Afrobeats Star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, was personal and never represented government’s position.
Chukwu, in a withdrawal of his earlier threat, apologised to Davido.
Chukwu had criticised Davido after the singer reacted to comments made by Okpebholo about Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke during the state’s governorship election.
Davido had said Okpebholo’s children should be ashamed of their father following the governor’s remarks about Adeleke.
In a viral video, Chukwu clarified that his response to Davido was not made on behalf of the Edo State Government.
He also said he did not act on the instruction or approval of Governor Okpebholo.
Chukwu explained that he reacted personally because he was offended by Davido’s comment about the governor’s children.
He apologised to Okpebholo for any embarrassment his comments may have caused.
Chukwu also begged the people of Edo State, stressing that his comments represented his personal opinion and did not reflect the views of Edo residents.
“I want to apologise to every good-meaning Edoite. And to my brother Davido, I love you. Please disregard my earlier comment.”
Chukwu further assured Davido that he was welcome in Edo State.
“Edo love you and of course you are welcome home anytime, any day in Edo State.”
The governor’s aide also described Edo people as loving and accommodating.
He apologised to residents who considered his earlier video disrespectful or unacceptable.
Chukwu added that Okpebholo was a peace-loving governor who did not tolerate violence or disrespect.
He also praised the governor’s efforts in improving roads, infrastructure, education and security across the state.
According to him, Edo is safe for investors and the state’s nightlife should be revived.
Chukwu again stressed that Okpebholo did not ask him to make the controversial statement.
He stressed tbat he had spoken based on his personal opinion and was withdrawing the statement while apologising to the governor, Edo residents and Davido.
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