EKO HOT BLOG reports that the reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo State, Comrade Phillip Shaibu, has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Shaibu announced his departure from the main opposition party at a campaign rally held on Saturday in the state.
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During the rally, he declared his return to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Shaibu was welcomed back to the APC by the party’s governorship candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and his running mate, Dennis Idahosa.
The reinstated Deputy Governor also used the defection rally to reunite with his political godfather, a former Edo State Governor and APC National Chairman, Senator Adams Oshiomhole.
Confirming his defection in a post on Facebook, Shaibu said: “It is a triumphant homecoming for me, as I officially return to the All Progressives Congress (APC), the party where I am accepted, valued, and welcomed with open arms.
“The party holds a special place in my heart, and where I have shared countless memories.
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“I am grateful to be back among the people and community that have always supported me, and to reunite with my political family.”
Recall that a Federal High Court in Abuja had nullified Shaibu’s impeachment on charges of gross misconduct by the Edo State House of Assembly.
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