Edo State House Of Assembly serves impeachment notice on Deputy Gov., Philip Shaibu

In a surprising turn of events, the Edo House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against the Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu.

The Majority leader, Charity Aiguobarueghian, made the announcement during a plenary session, revealing that a petition dated March 5, signed by 21 out of 24 members, had triggered the impeachment process.

According to Aiguobarueghian, “The petition against the deputy governor came in on March 5 and was signed by 21 out of the 24 members.

The number of members who signed the petition was more than the two-third requirement stipulated in the constitution.” The grounds for the petition were cited as perjury and the alleged revelation of government secrets.

The Speaker of the House, Blessing Agbebaku, acknowledged the receipt of the petition and directed the Clerk of the House, Yahaya Omogbai, to serve Deputy Governor Shaibu with the impeachment notice. Agbebaku also granted Shaibu a seven-day window to respond to the notice of impeachment.

This development marks the latest escalation in the ongoing feud between the Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, and his Deputy, which has been simmering since mid-last year. The rift intensified when Shaibu declared his intention to run for the office of the governor, creating a political divide within the state.

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The impeachment proceedings add a new layer of complexity to the already strained relationship between Obaseki and Shaibu, raising questions about the political landscape in Edo State. Observers are keenly watching how this situation unfolds, as it could have significant implications for the governance and stability of the state.

As the deputy governor has been given a week to respond, Edo State residents and the political community at large are anticipating a thorough examination of the allegations and a potentially contentious legal and political battle in the coming days. The developments in Edo State underscore the delicate nature of political alliances and the potential for power struggles within the confines of government institutions.