Edo Governorship Saga: Deputy Governor Shaibu Opens Up on Fallout with Obaseki

The Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has spoken out about the circumstances surrounding his fallout with Governor Godwin Obaseki. According to Shaibu, the rift between them began when he decided to run for the position of governor in the state. Shaibu stated that his decision to contest for the governorship was not taken lightly, and he had to consider the implications of his actions. He revealed that he had always been interested in serving the people of Edo State in a higher capacity, and the opportunity to run for governor was one he could not pass up. Shaibu’s decision, however, did not sit well with Governor Obaseki, who had apparently been expecting his deputy to support his re-election bid. The deputy governor claimed that Obaseki had been trying to persuade him to step down and support his re-election, but Shaibu had other plans. Shaibu’s decision to run for governor was seen as a betrayal by Obaseki, who felt that his deputy was being disloyal. The rift between the two men began to widen, and their relationship became increasingly strained. Despite efforts to reconcile, the two men were unable to resolve their differences, and their fallout became public knowledge. Shaibu has since emerged as a strong contender for the governorship position, with many seeing him as a viable alternative to Obaseki. The deputy governor’s decision to run for governor has been met with mixed reactions, with some praising his courage and others criticizing his disloyalty. The Edo State governorship election is expected to be highly contested, with several candidates vying for the position. Shaibu’s candidacy has added a new dimension to the election, and his fallout with Obaseki has raised questions about the future of the state’s politics. The people of Edo State will have to decide who they want to lead them, and Shaibu is hoping that his message of change and progress will resonate with the electorate. As the election approaches, the tension between Shaibu and Obaseki is likely to escalate, with both men engaging in a fierce battle for the governorship. The outcome of the election is far from certain, and only time will tell who will emerge victorious. Shaibu’s decision to run for governor has sent shockwaves through the state’s political landscape, and his fallout with Obaseki has raised questions about the stability of the government. The deputy governor’s candidacy has also sparked debate about the role of loyalty and disloyalty in politics, with some arguing that Shaibu’s decision to run against his boss is a betrayal. Others, however, see Shaibu’s decision as a brave move, one that demonstrates his commitment to serving the people of Edo State. As the election season heats up, the people of Edo State will have to navigate the complex web of alliances and rivalries that have developed between the various candidates. Shaibu’s fallout with Obaseki has added a new layer of complexity to the election, and it remains to be seen how this will play out in the coming weeks. The Edo State governorship election is shaping up to be one of the most closely watched in the country, with many seeing it as a test of the state’s democratic institutions. The election will also be a test of the candidates’ ability to connect with the people and articulate a vision for the state’s future. Shaibu’s decision to run for governor has raised the stakes, and the outcome of the election will have far-reaching implications for the state and its people.

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