Politics
Shaibu: Edo State Govt. Reacts, Says Godwins Remains Deputy Governor
By Daniel Dafe
Following the Federal High Court, Abuja judgement that faulted the impeachment of the erstwhile deputy governor, Philip Shaibu, the Edo State Government has filed a stay of execution of the judgement.
“Pending the hearing of the appeal of the judgement, the incumbent Deputy Governor, His Excellency, Omobayo Marvellous Godwins remains and continues to serve as the valid deputy Governor of Edo State,” Chris Nehikhare, Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, said in statement.
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Adding: “He will continue to serve in this capacity and would be recognized as such.
“The government hereby calls on the people of Edo State to remain calm and go about their lawful businesses.”