The political feud between Governor Godwin Obaseki and Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has intensified as Shaibu seeks court protection from potential impeachment and removal from office.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Despite earlier claims of no conflict, Shaibu has filed a motion on notice before the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking an interlocutory injunction to prevent harassment and intimidation while carrying out his duties as Deputy Governor….CONTINUE READING
The rift between the two leaders reportedly worsened after a viral video showed Shaibu alongside Senator Adams Oshiomhole during the National Assembly inauguration in Abuja.
Following the incident, Governor Obaseki allegedly excluded Shaibu from a meeting with Edo State House of Assembly members at his mansion, leading to further tensions.
The court case involves multiple defendants, including the Inspector General of Police, the Department of State Services, the Governor of Edo State, the Speaker of the Edo House of Assembly, and the Chief Judge of Edo State.
Previous efforts to reconcile the Governor and the Deputy Governor have been unsuccessful, leaving the situation unresolved.