Shaibu To File Petition Against Edo CJ Over Impeachment

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Former Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, ousted through impeachment proceedings, has initiated steps to lodge a formal petition against the state’s Chief Judge, Justice Daniel Okungbowa. Shaibu, represented by B.I. Dakum and Co., has reached out to Nigeria’s Chief Justice, Olukayode Ariwoola, seeking a complaint form.

This move, dated April 8, 2024, follows the conclusion of a seven-member panel’s investigation into allegations of misconduct and perjury against Shaibu, resulting in his impeachment.

The panel, appointed by Chief Judge Okungbowa, has faced criticism for its methodologies and findings.

In a letter signed by Adaze A. Emwanta, former Commissioner for Information and Orientation under Governor Godwin Obaseki, Shaibu’s legal team accuses Justice Okungbowa of abusing his office, engaging in official misconduct, and violating his oath.

The letter signals Shaibu’s intent to formalize these allegations by filing a petition under the Judicial Discipline Regulations 2017.

Titled “Re: Notice to obtain a complaint form to file a formal complaint against Hon Justice Daniel Okungbowa, the Chief Judge of Edo State for abuse of office, official misconduct and desecrating his oath of office,” the letter states, “We write as Solicitors to Rt Hon. Philip Shaibu, who until this morning was Deputy Governor of Edo State.

“Rt Hon Philip Shaibu has instructed us to file a formal complaint to your council against Hon Justice Daniel Okungbowa, the Chief Judge of Edo State for abuse of office, official misconduct and desecration of his oath of office.

“The purpose of this letter, therefore, is to formally request a complaint form prescribed under the Judicial Discipline Regulations 2017 to enable our client to file his complaint against the subject Judge.”

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