Posted 4/3/2024, 11:53:56 PM
Edo Assembly Moves to Impeach Deputy Gov Over Alleged Leaked Secrets, Perjury
- Edo State House of Assembly explained how Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu allegedly leaked government secrets and committed perjury, impeachable offenses
- Assembly says Shaibu leaked state secrets in an affidavit filed in an Abuja lawsuit, violating his Oath of Secrecy
- Impeachment proceedings based on petition accusing Shaibu of perjury and leaking government secrets amid rift with Governor Obaseki
- Shaibu's lawyer asked panel to halt proceedings pending Federal High Court case, but panel declined and continued
- Shaibu's lawyer excused himself from proceedings after panel ruled to continue, says they should await court's decision on injunction request