Monday Okpabelo’s WAEC Result Sparks Online Reactions

 

The 2008 West African Examination Council (WAEC) result of Edo State Governor Monday Okpabelo has surfaced online, drawing significant criticism and mockery. This public reaction intensified following his recent controversial remarks directed at Peter Obi, particularly concerning a ₦15 million donation Obi made during a visit to Benin City.

Okpabelo's WAEC Results

The publicly revealed 2008 WAEC results indicate the following grades for Governor Monday Okpabelo:

▪️ Mathematics: C5

▪️ Commerce: D7

▪️ Economics: D7

▪️ CRK (Christian Religious Knowledge): D7

▪️ English: E8

Public Reactions and Concerns

Online users have linked Okpabelo's poor academic performance to his public speaking mishaps and controversial political statements. Here are some of the reactions:

▪️ Gifty: "No wonder he couldn’t pronounce billions and promised to import insecurity into Edo. 😅🤣"

▪️ Emmanuel Nweke: "Explains why he struggles with figures."

▪️ Nkem Dike: "Now we understand the insecurity comment. 😂"

▪️ Samsy Kenny: "He crams speeches and forgets them on stage. This guy bought market at Alaba!"

These comments highlight public concerns regarding his academic background and perceived communication abilities, especially in light of recent controversies.

Context of Controversial Statements

The mockery surged after Governor Okpabelo's remarks warning Peter Obi against visiting Edo State without his "clearance" or "informing" him. Okpabelo had claimed that Obi's previous visit, where he donated ₦15 million to a nursing school, coincided with violence that led to the death of three people in Benin. He also questioned the source of Obi's donation, implying hypocrisy given Obi's known stance of not spending lavishly.

The Edo State Government, through the Governor's Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, later clarified that Okpabelo's statements were not threats but rather an emphasis on the need for high-profile individuals to notify and seek security clearance from the Governor, as the Chief Security Officer of the state, to ensure adequate security measures during public engagements. However, the initial statements had already drawn strong condemnation from various political groups and legal experts, who cited constitutional rights to freedom of movement.