Oshiomholes Esan Ancestry Slammed in Scathing Attack by Governor Okpebholo

A verbal feud has erupted between former Governor of Delta State, Adams Oshiomhole, and a fellow Esan man, Governor Arthur Okpebholo, over the origins of the latter's surname. Oshiomhole claims it means "The Rescuer," but Okpebholo disputes this, saying his family name actually means "great community" or "wo…".

Controversy has erupted between Senator Adams Oshiomhole and Governor James Okpebholo over the origin of the name "Okpebholo", with Oshiomhole claiming it means "The Rescuer". However, local sources assert that the correct meaning is actually "Great Community" or a similar phrase. The dispute highlights tensions between the two politicians from Esan ethnic background. The origins of their relationship and disagreements remain unclear, fueling speculation about their complicated history.