38-year-old Omobayo Godwin sworn in as new Edo Deputy Governor

Edo State Chief Judge, Justice Daniel Okungbowa has sworn in Omobayo Godwin, 38, as the new deputy governor of the state.

Omobayo was appointed by Governor Godwin Obaseki immediately after the impeachment of Philip Shaibu on Monday.


Recall the Edo State House of Assembly, on Monday, impeached the embattled deputy governor, Comrade Philip Shaibu.

The impeachment followed the adoption of the report of the seven-man investigative panel set up by the Assembly to probe allegations of misconduct against Shaibu.
The impeachment proceedings culminated in a dramatic vote that saw Shaibu ousted from his position. The proceedings were initiated earlier this week. A few hours later, Omobayo Godwins was sworn in to replace Shaibu.

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