The Edo State government has rejected the court's reinstatement of impeached Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu, accusing him of impersonating Marvellous Omobayo. The government urges the public to disregard any official correspondence from Shaibu, as legal challenges to his reinstatement continue. Security agencies have been alerted to potential risks.
In a recent twist in Edo State's ongoing political drama, the state government has taken a firm stand against the reinstatement of Comrade Philip Shaibu, who was previously impeached as Deputy Governor. The government has not only rejected the court ruling that reinstated Shaibu but also accused him of impersonating Marvellous Omobayo, the state's deputy governor.
According to a statement from Chris Osa Nehikhare, the Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Shaibu has been allegedly engaging in official correspondence with various individuals and organizations, falsely claiming to be the deputy governor. The government has urged the public to disregard any such communication from Shaibu, emphasizing that the matter of his reinstatement is still pending in court.
Shaibu, who was reinstated by a federal high court ruling on July 19, has maintained that the judgment is declarative and should be enforced despite ongoing appeals. However, the Edo government and the state House of Assembly have filed motions to stay the execution of the judgment, challenging the court’s decision.
The state government has alerted security agencies to the potential risks associated with Shaibu's actions, warning that he could be held accountable for any resulting security breaches. The government reaffirms that Omobayo remains the legitimate deputy governor of Edo State, and any actions by Shaibu in this capacity are considered acts of impersonation.
As the political tension in Edo State continues to escalate, all eyes are on the upcoming court proceedings scheduled for September 24, which may determine the final outcome of this power struggle.
