BREAKING: 37-Year-Old Omobayo Godwins Sworn In As Edo Deputy Governor, Video Emerges

• 37-year-old Omobayo Godwins has been sworn in as the new deputy-governor of Edo state, south-south Nigeria
• Following his confirmation as the deputy governor-designate by the state house of assembly, Godwins was sworn in on Monday, April 8, at the government house in Benin City
• The new Edo No.2 citizen sent a message of gratitude to his principal, Godwin Obaseki, and also made a vow to the people of the state

Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over 9 years of experience covering politics and governance in Nigeria.

Benin City, Edo state - A few hours after the impeachment of Philip Shaibu, Marvellous Omobayo Godwins was on Monday, April 8, sworn in as the deputy governor of Edo state.

As reported by Channels Television, Justice Daniel Okungbowa, the Edo state chief judge, administered the oath of office on Godwins around 1:40 pm.

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Vanguard newspaper also noted the development.

After he took the oath of office, an excited Godwins who was dressed in a white kaftan and a red native cap, was greeted by a rousing crowd in one of the halls at the government house.

The event was attended by a crowd of supporters, well-wishers, and some top shots in Edo state.

Watch the video below:

Omobayo Godwins makes strong vow

Meanwhile, Godwins has vowed to finish Godwin Obaseki’s second term strong.

Omobayo made this vow in his inaugural speech following his emergence as the deputy governor of Edo state.

He said:

“Beyond this legal ceremony, it is imperative that l publicly express my profound gratitude to our respected executive governor, His Excellency, Governor Godwin Obaseki, and the leadership of our great party, the Peoples Democratic Party.

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“After all the very painful and thought-provoking distractions of the past few months, our governor is determined to finish his second term very strong.

“From his dialogue with me, it is clear that he is very determined to bequeath a legacy of peace, unity, progress and visible development to Edo State.

“A legacy that the next PDP regime will find exciting to proudly build upon and maintain the leadership position Edo has achieved over time in the comity of states in Nigeria."

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Shaibu discloses next line of action

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Shaibu denounced “in strongest terms” his “illegal” impeachment by the Edo state house of assembly.

In a 4-minute 50-second pre-recorded video shared on his verified X page, Shaibu said the charges of perjury and disclosure of the state government's secrets against him are “trumped up”.

Source: Legit.ng