Rivers Don’t Flow Through the Forest Without Bringing Down Trees
: A Wake-Up Call for Obaseki Amid Allegations of Financial Mismanagement"
The winds of change are blowing through Edo State as the administration of Governor Godwin Obaseki faces increasing scrutiny. Allegations of financial mismanagement, including claims of reckless spending and improper allocation of funds, have begun to cloud his legacy, with questions rising about his administration's integrity. The time for evasion has come to an end, and no matter how far one may attempt to run, accountability has a way of catching up.
A fresh era of leadership is emerging under Governor Monday, whose actions speak louder than words. Unlike the typical, passive approach often seen in past administrations, Governor Monday has shown no hesitation in taking bold steps to ensure the state government runs with utmost transparency and fairness. In an unexpected move, he has already suspended the state’s Attorney General and the Local Government Chairman, sending a clear message that no one, no matter their position, is immune to the law.
These suspensions mark the beginning of a broader wave of accountability that is expected to sweep through the state. The governor's actions signify his firm belief in the tenets of justice and fairness, even when the most powerful individuals in the state may be involved. This is a clear signal that anyone associated with the outgoing administration must be prepared for close examination, as past transgressions cannot be swept under the rug.
The phrase “rivers don’t flow through the forest without bringing down trees” rings particularly true in this context. When the tide of justice begins to flow, it does not spare the weak, the corrupt, or the powerful alike. The ripple effects of these investigations will be felt far and wide as key figures in the previous government brace for the consequences of their actions.
Though former Governor Obaseki may attempt to distance himself from the rising wave of allegations, it is inevitable that the full extent of these claims will be revealed. The question now is not if, but when, the long-simmering charges of financial misappropriation and misconduct will lead to deeper probes. Governor Monday’s administration has already demonstrated that it will not allow such allegations to fester in silence. As the investigation begins, the state can only wait for the truth to emerge fully—unclouded, unprotected, and uncompromising.
This marks a pivotal moment in Edo State’s history. A moment that demands that those who have used the cloak of power for their personal benefit be held accountable. Governor Monday's administration is preparing to break the cycle of corruption, and no amount of resistance can stop the forward march of justice.
