The Edo State deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa has denied the membership of any secret cult, describing
the accusations as spurious, defamatory, malicious, unfounded, and grossly misleading.
He made the rebuttal in a statement while responding to a claim by Edo socialite, Emmanuel Aigbogun who falsely indicted him and other notable citizens of Edo State of being members of various secret cult groups in Edo State.
The deputy Governor stated that cult-related activities are a menace to Communities and the development of the State, assuring that the government will continue to work tirelessly to end cultism.
Idahosa revealed that he is a Christian and a steadfast believer in the teachings of Jesus Christ, noting that the allegation was a deliberate attempt to tarnish his well-earned reputation and to undermine his unwavering dedication to public service.
“I categorically state that these accusations are spurious, defamatory, malicious, unfounded, and grossly misleading.
“They are a deliberate attempt to tarnish my hard-earned reputation and to undermine my unwavering dedication to public service. These allegations also seek to distract this administration’s ongoing efforts to combat cultism and restore peace and order in Edo State.
“The claim that I am affiliated with any secret cult group is entirely false and baseless. I vehemently deny any involvement, both past or present in cult-related activities.
“As a public servant and the current Deputy Governor of Edo State, I have always upheld the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability in serving the good people of Edo State and Nigeria at large.
“Let me again reiterate that I consider this publication not only slanderous but also a direct attack on my character.
“I will not treat it lightly and will pursue all legal avenues to ensure that such defamation is addressed within the full extent of the this administration remains firmly committed to its zero-tolerance policy on cultism and other societal vices”, he said.
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