Philip Shaibu, Edo State's Deputy Governor, claimed he was crucial to Governor Godwin Obaseki's rise to power, not vice versa. In an interview, Shaibu detailed how former Governor Adams Oshiomhole persuaded him to support Obaseki, highlighting ongoing tensions and conflicts as the 2024 governorship election approaches.
In a provocative statement, Edo State Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu has asserted that he played a pivotal role in Governor Godwin Obaseki’s rise to power. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on August 16, 2023, Shaibu claimed that former Governor Adams Oshiomhole had to spend three months convincing him and other key political figures to support Obaseki's gubernatorial bid. According to Shaibu, Obaseki was a political outsider with limited financial means, and it was the collective support from himself and others that propelled Obaseki into office, rather than Obaseki’s political acumen.
The feud between Shaibu and Obaseki has intensified, particularly with the upcoming elections on the horizon. Recently reinstated by a Federal High Court after being impeached by the Edo State House of Assembly, Shaibu has accused Obaseki of obstructing his duties and withholding his salary for over a year. This conflict underscores deeper issues within the political landscape of Edo State.
Shaibu’s comments come amidst ongoing tensions surrounding the 2024 gubernatorial race. The discord between Shaibu and Obaseki reflects a fractured political environment in Edo State, influencing both the current political climate and the preparations for the upcoming election. As the situation evolves, the fallout from this high-profile feud continues to shape the state's political dynamics.
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