2027: Senator Imasuen disowns Edo South poster, threatens legal action

Senator Neda Imasuen has publicly disassociated himself from a political poster circulating for the 2027 Edo South senatorial election. The poster features his photograph among potential contenders. Imasuen, who chairs the Senate Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct and Public Petitions, stated that his image and name were used without his authorization. He described the poster as misleading and stressed that he is not affiliated with the Labour Party or any other political party as a candidate for the upcoming election. In a personal statement, the senator affirmed his acceptance of the outcomes of relevant political processes and reiterated that he has not sanctioned any campaign materials presenting him as a contender. He specifically warned Prince Omokhodion Okojie and others involved in creating the poster to immediately stop using his identity for political activities. Imasuen indicated that further unauthorized use of his likeness could lead to legal action and urged the public to disregard any campaign materials that do not have his explicit approval. The senator emphasized his lack of connection to the poster and denied approving its production or circulation.

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He stressed that he was not the candidate of the Labour Party or any other political party for the 2027 election.