Breaking: Court Court nullifies Shaibu’s impeachment as Edo deputy governor

Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 5 years of experience covering metro and government policy

FCT, Abuja - The federal high court sitting in Abuja has nullified the impeachment of Philip Shaibu as Edo state deputy governor.

The court ruled that Shaibu’s impeachment violated the law, unconstitutional null and void.

Shaibu shed tears of joy upon hearing the judge’s pronouncements. Photo credit: Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu
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Justice James Omotosho ordered the reinstatement of Shuaibu to the office of deputy governor, The Nation reports.

The judge ruled on Wednesday that the Edo State House of Assembly failed to comply with due process in purporting to impeach Shuaibu.

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