Posted 1/24/2024, 8:28:58 PM
Edo Deputy Governor Holds Outdoor Mass Amid Chapel Renovations, Government Accuses Him of Politicizing Religion
- Edo state government renovating the interdenominational chapel in the governor's office, approved at a meeting Shaibu attended
- Items removed from the chapel during renovations, deputy governor Shaibu then held outdoor mass with Catholics
- Government insists chapel not shut down, accused Shaibu of stirring controversy to embarrass government
- Shaibu trying to use religion to whip up political sentiment amid rift with Gov. Obaseki
- Gov. office accuses Shaibu of mischief, says he should focus efforts on political aspirations not use sacred matters for campaign