Shaibu: I Support Obaseki and Seek Governorship

Philip Shaibu, the deputy governor of Edo State, has pledged to remain loyal to Edo State’s governor, Godwin Obaseki, despite their recent disagreement. Shaibu added that his ambition to govern the state has nothing to do with his loyalty.

When he spoke on Sunday at the 32nd anniversary of Edo State, he referred to the governor as his older sibling. The event was held in the New Festival Hall of Government House in Benin City, Edo State.

This follows weeks of conflict between the governor and his delegate. The deputy had petitioned a Federal High Court in Abuja to suspend plans to impeach him by the governor and the state legislature.

Obaseki, for his part, expressed astonishment at his deputy’s behavior and accused him of plotting against him.

Shaibu stated, “My loyalty to the governor is unwavering.” I observe that everyone is united in support. I share the governor’s sentiments of support. I also declare my undivided allegiance to the governor and nothing else.”

“Regarding the issues that arose in the city while I was absent, I would prefer not to discuss them, particularly the governor. He is my older brother and my supervisor, so I don’t believe I should speak.”

“If I have a problem with him, I believe it is best to resolve it at home and not in the media.” “I was raised well.”

“Because of my Christian upbringing, I can assure you that if you make a promise to God to do something, you must keep it. And the promise I have made to God is that I will continue to support Godwin Obaseki as governor of Edo State from the beginning until the end.

“However, this has no bearing on ambition-related endeavors. Individual ambition has no effect on one’s loyalty. My devotion to the governor remains undiminished. I can see that everyone is acting with solidarity. I share the governor’s sentiments of support. I am also declaring my unequivocal loyalty and unwavering support for the governor, and nothing else.”

“Regarding the issues that arose in the city while I was absent, I would prefer not to discuss them, particularly the governor. He is my older brother and my supervisor, so I don’t believe I should speak.”

“If I have a problem with him, I believe it is best to resolve it at home and not in the media.” “I was raised well.”

“Because of my Christian upbringing, I can assure you that if you make a promise to God to do something, you must keep it. And the oath I have taken with God is that I will continue to support Godwin Obaseki as the governor of Edo State from the beginning to the end.”

“However, this has no bearing on ambition-related endeavors. Individual ambition has no effect on one’s loyalty. My devotion to the governor remains undiminished. I can see that everyone is acting with solidarity. I share the governor’s sentiments of support. I am also declaring my unequivocal loyalty and unwavering support for the governor, and nothing else.”