Shaibu Apologises To Oshiomhole, Says Governorship Ambition Divine

The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, has offered an apology to his political mentor and former governor of the state, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, for the language he used in their past political disagreements

Shaibu emphasized that his ambition to follow in the footsteps of Governor Godwin Obaseki as the next governor of the state originates from a profound conviction to serve the people and restore effective governance in the state.

Shaibu made these statements during a live interview on a private broadcast television station in Lagos, which was also monitored in Benin City.
He stated that his decision not to engage in conflicts with his boss, despite their strained relationship, aimed to prevent using language that might haunt him once he secures the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ticket

He said, “I want to be the next governor of Edo State not because l am Philip Shaibu, it is my constitutional right. Before publicly declaring my interest to contest, l had consulted widely with many persons and groups within and outside Edo State. Moreover, l went into prayers to seek guidance and direction from God.
The signs l received encouraged me to go ahead with my aspiration, though it was obvious the Governor had his plans of supporting another person.

“If my party wants to win the election in Edo State, give it to Philip Shaibu but if they want to lose, they should give it to somebody else, not because I am a superstar but because I have the content, I have the quality, I have the experience.”

Addressing his previous conflicts with Oshiomhole, Shaibu expressed remorse for his choice of language. He reaffirmed his apology to Oshiomhole and stated his intention to avoid similar mistakes in the future.

“I regret the language I used in our disagreements. The only aspect I apologise for and continue to apologize for to Comrade Adams Oshiomhole is the language I used. I don’t want to repeat the same mistake,” Shaibu remarked.

While restating his loyalty to Governor Obaseki, the Deputy Governor highlighted his dedication to supporting both the Governor and the Government, despite enduring disputes and challenges to his constitutional rights.

“I have over time been deprived of my constitutional rights as Deputy Governor. This has not in any way affected my loyalty to the Governor. I have had to make lots of personal sacrifices to ensure a good relationship and deliver on our promise to Edo people. Sometimes, one has to play the fool for a relationship to survive,” he said.

Kanyi Daily recalls that Comrade Philip Shaibu, had issues a warning to those damaging his campaign billboards, labeling the act as harmful to the development of democracy.