Nigeria News

Court reinstates Philip Shaibu as Edo Deputy Governor

A Federal High Court in Abuja has nullified the impeachment of Philip Shaibu as the Deputy Governor of Edo State. Justice James Omotosho delivered the judgment on Wednesday, ordering Shaibu’s reinstatement on the grounds that the Edo State House of Assembly did not follow due process.

Shaibu, present in court, reportedly shed tears of joy upon hearing the judge’s decision. Justice Omotosho ruled that the allegations used to justify Shaibu’s impeachment were legally untenable and did not constitute gross misconduct.

The judge also directed the Inspector General of Police to provide security for Shaibu, enabling him to resume his duties until the end of his tenure. Additionally, the appointment of a new Deputy Governor in Shaibu’s place was set aside.

However, the Edo State House of Assembly has appealed the judgment and filed a stay of execution pending the outcome of the appeal.

Ameh Jazzia-Becky

Recent Posts

Arsenal stun Real Madrid to reach first UCL semi-final in 16 years

Arsenal secured a 2-1 victory over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu, completing a 5-1…

7 hours ago

BREAKING: Stranded victims of Otobi-Akpa attack stopped from entering Och’Idoma Palace in Otukpo

Survivors of the recent deadly herdsmen attack on Otobi-Akpa village in Otukpo Local Government Area…

11 hours ago

BREAKING: Three suspected herdsmen arrested after deadly attack in Otobi, Benue

Three suspected herdsmen have been arrested in connection with the brutal attack on Otobi community…

14 hours ago

BREAKING: Herdsmen launch fresh attack on Emichi village in Otukpo

Several people are feared dead following a fresh attack on Emichi village in Otukpo Local…

14 hours ago

BREAKING: Dangote refinery reduces petrol price

Dangote Refinery has implemented another price reduction on its refined petroleum products, lowering the ex-depot…

15 hours ago

Blessing Onuh joins House Committee to monitor Rivers Emergency Rule

Hon. Blessing Onyeche Onuh, the member representing Otukpo/Ohimini Federal Constituency, has been appointed to a…

16 hours ago