The youth group labeled Shaibu’s comments as “ridiculous,” suggesting that if anyone should be exposed, it is Shaibu himself due to his alleged incompetence, disloyalty, and repeated efforts to undermine Governor Obaseki.
In a statement released on Thursday, August 29, EYM leader Johnson Umoru criticized Shaibu for making what he described as “desperate and unfounded” accusations intended to damage Governor Obaseki’s reputation.
Umoru further asserted that Shaibu’s tenure in office was marked by numerous acts of betrayal and misconduct, which have significantly eroded his credibility.
Umoru stated:
He called for a thorough investigation into Shaibu’s financial activities, particularly regarding the funds used to support his failed governorship bid and his numerous legal battles.
He said:
The Etsako Youth Movement also accused Shaibu of inciting violence, highlighting a recent incident on Airport Road in Benin City, where a police inspector tragically lost his life.
Umoru concluded by encouraging the people of Edo State to remain vigilant and support efforts to hold public officials accountable for their actions.
Recently, Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday nullified the impeachment of Phillip Shuaibu as the Deputy Governor of Edo State, The Punch reported
In his ruling, Justice Omotosho ordered Shaibu’s reinstatement, citing the Edo State House of Assembly’s failure to follow due process in carrying out the impeachment, Leadership reported.
Earlier, TimesNow.com.ng reported that on Thursday, August 29, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), expressed confidence in the party’s prospects for the upcoming Edo governorship election on September 21.
During a meeting with the Kano State Correspondents’ Chapel of the NUJ, led by Chairman Aminu Garko, Ganduje outlined the strategic measures that have been implemented to ensure a decisive victory for the APC’s candidate.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
