We Call On Women That Have Gone Through Pain Of Not Bearing A Child To Curse This Man – Maria Edeko

A group of women in Edo State, under the umbrella of Edo Women, has called on Senator Adams Oshiomhole to tender a public apology to Governor Godwin Obaseki and his wife, Betsy, over his recent childless comment.

The women made this demand during a protest led by the Deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Maria Edeko, on Tuesday.

Edeko, speaking on behalf of the women, condemned Oshiomhole’s comment as a taboo, sacrilege, and desecration of Edo land.

According to the report by PM News on Tuesday, she said that mocking a woman or couple for not bearing a child is unacceptable and warrants a public apology to all women in the state and humanity in general.

Edeko said, “We call on all women and couples that have gone through the pain of not bearing a child on time or not having a child at all to curse this man.”

The women argued that Obaseki’s wife, Betsy, had not made any comment that warranted such a vile response from Oshiomhole.

They praised Betsy for her contributions to the state, particularly her efforts to ensure the inclusion and protection of children, women, and vulnerable persons.

The women also commended Governor Obaseki for loving and respecting his wife, describing her as a woman who has demonstrated brilliance, compassion, and foresight in her dealings in the state.

The demand for a public apology is seen as a necessary step to address the harm caused by Oshiomhole’s words and to promote respect and dignity for all individuals, particularly women.