Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has announced the appointment of a 38-year-old engineer, Omobayo Godwin, as the new deputy governor, with his inauguration imminent.
This decision follows the recent impeachment of the former deputy governor, Philip Shaibu, by the Edo State House of Assembly on Monday.
The impeachment panel investigating the former deputy governor found him guilty of divulging confidential information belonging to the state government.
Further details will be provided as the situation unfolds.
