21 members of the Edo State House of Assembly have served Deputy Governor Philip Shuaibu with a notice of impeachment. Read more
This move follows Shuaibu's organization of a parallel Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship primary in the state.
The notice cites "gross misconduct," although specific details are yet to be disclosed.
Shuaibu, once a close ally of Governor Godwin Obaseki, saw their relationship deteriorate after Obaseki declined to support Shuaibu's governorship aspirations.
Political analysts speculate that the impeachment may stem from unresolved political differences between the two.
The State House of Assembly, comprising 24 members, requires a two-thirds majority to impeach the Deputy Governor, and with 21 members supporting the notice, significant legislative backing for the action is evident. Continue reading