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VIDEO: Edo gov’s aide retracts anti-Davido comment, apologises

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  • Edo State Governor's aide, Apostle Kassy Chukwu, apologized to singer Davido and the state's people for earlier comments.
  • Chukwu stated his initial remarks were made in a personal capacity and did not reflect the government's stance.
  • He assured Davido of a warm welcome to Edo State and asked him to disregard the previous statement.

A senior aide to the Edo State Governor has retracted his earlier comments suggesting singer Davido should not expect to perform in the state. Apostle Kassy Chukwu, Senior Special Assistant on Digital Media to Governor Monday Okpebholo, issued a public apology to the popular musician and the people of Edo State.

I want to apologise to his Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, for whatever embarrassment my comment may have caused him. Our governor is a peace-loving governor who does not tolerate violence or threat or oppression.

— Apostle Kassy ChukwuThe aide apologized to the Edo State Governor for any embarrassment his comments might have caused.

In a video shared online, Chukwu clarified that his previous remarks were made in his personal capacity and not on behalf of the Edo State Government or Governor Okpebholo. He explained that he was personally offended by a statement implying the governor's children should be ashamed of their father.

Chukwu specifically apologized to Governor Okpebholo for any embarrassment caused, describing the governor as a peace-loving leader who abhors violence. He also extended his apologies to the residents of Edo State, emphasizing that his personal opinion did not represent the collective views of the state's accommodating and loving people.

My comment, in my personal opinion, did not reflect the opinion of all Edo people in any way. Edo people are loving people and they are accommodating people. I want to apologise to every son and daughter of Edo who have seen my video as disrespectful and not accepted. I want to say I’m really sorry.

— Apostle Kassy ChukwuChukwu apologized to the people of Edo State, stating his comments were personal and not representative of the state's residents.

Addressing Davido directly, the aide asked the singer to disregard his earlier remarks. He assured Davido of a welcoming reception in Edo State, stating, "Edo loves you and, of course, you are welcome home anytime, any day, in Edo State. Feel free to come to Edo State."

I apologise to every good-meaning Edo person and to my brother, Davido. I love you. Please disregard my earlier comment. Edo loves you and, of course, you are welcome home anytime, any day, in Edo State. Feel free to come to Edo State.

— Apostle Kassy ChukwuThe aide directly addressed Davido, asking him to disregard his earlier remarks and assuring him of a welcome to Edo State.
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