Following the Federal High Court, Abuja judgement that faulted the impeachment of the erstwhile deputy governor, Philip Shaibu, the Edo State government has filed a stay of its execution.
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The commissioner for orientation and communication, Hon Chris Nehikhare, said Omobayo remains the deputy governor.
He said, “Pending the appeal hearing, Omobayo remains and continues to serve as the valid deputy governor of Edo State.”
The commissioner said he will continue serving in that capacity and be recognised as such.
The government called on the state’s residents to remain calm and go about their lawful businesses.
