Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu Declares 2024 Governorship Bid in Edo State Amidst Political Tensions with Governor Obaseki.

 

Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu has officially declared his intention to run for the Governor of Edo State in the 2024 election.Read full article 

 The announcement follows weeks of speculation, and in a pre-recorded speech, Shaibu outlined his candidacy under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and highlighted five core pillars for his campaign. 

The deputy governor launched his campaign office in Benin City, setting the stage for a political battle with Governor Godwin Obaseki, who is reportedly supporting another candidate. The two have been at odds in recent months.