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Edo North PDP Leaders Back Governor Obaseki Against Deputy Governor Shaibu

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Leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from the six local government areas in Edo north senatorial district have publicly backed state Governor Godwin Obaseki, while distancing themselves from his deputy Philip Shaibu's court action over alleged impeachment plot. The party leaders described Shaibu's action as an embarrassment and a disgrace to the Afemai nation, and apologized to Obaseki for this "unfortunate incident." They further commended the Governor for his magnanimity in assigning a wide range of responsibilities to the Deputy Governor, and assured that Edo North PDP leaders support the federal character principles.

Key Takeaways:

  • The PDP leaders in Edo north senatorial district have dissociated themselves from the Deputy Governor's court action, describing it as baseless and embarrassing.
  • The leaders applauded Governor Obaseki for his wide latitude in assigning responsibilities to Deputy Governor Shaibu, who has been saddled with the highest number of responsibilities.
  • The PDP leaders reaffirmed their support for Obaseki and the federal character principles, pointing out that the 2024 governorship position should not go to Uzairue clan, as it would be against the grain.
  • They appealed to other senatorial districts to continue supporting Edo north in the spirit of equity, fairness, and justice.

Statistics:

  • 6 local government areas in Edo north senatorial district backing Governor Obaseki.
  • 4 PDP leaders from Edo north senatorial district present at the press briefing.
  • 2 governors from Edo state mentioned in the context: Godwin Obaseki and Adams Oshiomhole.
  • 2 senatorial districts mentioned in the context: Edo north and Edo south.
  • 1 specific federal character principle mentioned: zoning of the 2024 governorship position to Edo south.

Sources:

  • Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
  • Jethro Ibileke
  • Kabir Adjoto
  • 1999 Constitution of Nigeria, as amended
  • Section 193(1) of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria, as amended
  • The Nation Newspaper
  • Global News Network

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