Shaibu Resumes Office As Edo Deputy Governor

Reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, has officially returned to office, instructing his staff to resume work immediately.

In a video on X.com on Monday, Shaibu wrote, “In adherence to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, as amended, I announce my official resumption to the office. God Bless Edo State, God Bless Nigeria.”

He emphasized that the Federal High Court’s judgment, which reinstated him, meant his office was never vacant.

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He warned banks against conducting transactions with his office without his explicit approval, citing illegality.

Shaibu also expressed sadness over the killing of a police officer attached to the Edo APC governorship candidate, which occurred upon his return to the state. He noted that suspects have been arrested.

Additionally, Shaibu revealed that he has requested the state governor’s approval to reinstate his aides but is still awaiting a response.