In the wake of the impeachment of Hon. Philip Shaibu as the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Governor Obaseki swiftly moved to fill the vacancy by appointing Hon. Omobayo Marvellous Godwin. A 38-year-old Electrical Electronics Engineer with a wealth of experience in the oil and gas sector, Omobayo, fondly known as MOG, steps into the role amidst heightened political tensions.
MOG, who contested as the Labour Party candidate for the Federal House of Representatives in the Akoko-Edo Federal Constituency during the 2023 elections, brings with him a blend of professional expertise and political acumen.
As the news of his appointment spreads, stakeholders await reactions from various quarters, eager to see how the new deputy governor will navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in Edo State’s political landscape.
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