Edo Gov’s WAEC shows poor grades: 4 D7s, 1E8, 1C5
A West African Examination Council (WAEC) result allegedly belonging to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has circulated widely on social media, showing a performance of 4 D7s, 1 E8 and 1 C5 in the June 2008 examinations.
The document’s authenticity remains unverified but has sparked intense debate about the governor’s academic credentials. The grades, considered average by WAEC standards, have drawn mixed reactions from supporters and critics alike.
This development comes amid escalating political tensions in Edo State. Governor Okpebholo recently made headlines for warning former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi against visiting the state without prior security clearance.
“That man who says he has no ‘shishi’… He cannot come to Edo without informing me,” the governor was quoted as saying during a public address.
The twin controversies – the leaked certificate and the public rebuke of a prominent opposition figure – have raised questions about the governor’s leadership style and transparency. Political analysts are calling for clarification on both the academic records and the governor’s stance on political visits.
The certificate issue has particularly resonated with Edo residents, many of whom are demanding answers about their leader’s educational background. Meanwhile, the governor’s office has yet to issue an official statement regarding the viral document.
As the debate intensifies, observers note the situation presents a critical test for Governor Okpebholo’s administration, with potential implications for Edo’s political landscape ahead of future elections.
Note: The WAEC result allegations and the governor’s warning to Peter Obi have converged to create a perfect storm of political controversy in Edo State, putting both the governor’s credentials and governance approach under unprecedented scrutiny.