EDO: Governor Obaseki And His Deputy, Philip Shaibu Sworn-In For Second Term [Photos]

Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, and his deputy, Philip Shaibu, have been sworn in for a second term in office.

The inauguration event was held on Thursday, November 11, 2020, at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, the state capital.

Dignitaries in attendance include governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto State, Nyesom Wike of Rivers State, Duoye Diri of Bayelsa State, Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State; among others.

PDP National Chairman, Uche Secondus was also present at the event with some other leaders of the party.

Obaseki, Shaibu take oath of office amid cheers, jubilation

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has been administered the oath of office as governor for the second term in office.

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KanyiDaily had reported how Governor Obaseki defeated his closest rival, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, after polling the highest number of votes in the keenly-contested poll conducted on Saturday, September 20.