A group, the Ibom Statesmen Forum (ISF), has asked security agencies to investigate the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Akwa Ibom State, John Udoedehe, over his recent comments about Governor Umo Eno and the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Enobong Uwah.

In a statement in Uyo yesterday, signed by its Chancellor, Chief Enobong Owoh, and Secretary-General, Ndifreke Aquaisua, the forum accused Udoedehe of stoking political tension with claims capable of causing unrest ahead of the general election, instead of presenting his manifesto.

It referred to a viral video of Udoedehe addressing some ADC supporters at his residence, saying his attacks on the SSG stemmed from political frustration.

The forum alleged that remarks by the former Minister of State, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) were aimed at provoking security agencies into arresting him so his supporters could whip up sympathy and votes on social media.

It said Uwah rose on competence, loyalty and grassroots goodwill, not Udoedehe’s patronage, citing the Enobong Uwah Foundation among his initiatives.

The group dismissed Udoedehe’s criticism of infrastructure in Uyo, citing ongoing road, urban renewal and flood control projects under the Eno administration.

It warned him against allegations that could endanger public officers and destabilise the state, urging the public to disregard his claims and security agencies to ensure political manoeuvres did not compromise public safety. (The Nation)