The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Tuesday upheld the reinstatement of Philip Shaibu as the Deputy Governor of Edo State, dismissing an appeal by the Edo State House of Assembly to sustain his impeachment. Shaibu, who was impeached on April 8, 2024, for alleged misconduct, including the disclosure of government secrets, was previously reinstated by Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, who declared the impeachment unconstitutional.
The appellate court’s decision further intensifies the ongoing political struggle in Edo State, where tensions between Shaibu and Governor Godwin Obaseki have been mounting. Nigerians across the country are now closely monitoring the situation, eager to see how both the governor and the state assembly will respond to this latest development. The House of Assembly, which has already filed an appeal against the High Court’s ruling, is expected to decide its next steps as the public’s scrutiny intensifies.
This case, which has gripped the attention of many, reflects the broader concerns about political stability and governance in Edo State. With Shaibu’s reinstatement, the spotlight is on Governor Obaseki and the House of Assembly as they navigate this complex and highly charged political landscape. The decisions they make in the coming days will likely have significant implications for the state’s leadership and governance
