Violence and Accusations Escalate as Edo Deputy Governor Shaibu Alleges Assassination Attempt by Governor Obaseki
Benin City, Nigeria – Tensions have surged in Edo State following a violent attack at the Benin Airport that targeted the convoy of the recently reinstated Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu and an APC governorship candidate, Monday Okpebholo. Accusations have flown between state officials in the aftermath of Thursday’s incident, which tragically resulted in the death of Police Inspector Akor Onuh. Deputy Governor Shaibu, who was reported to be astounded by the incident, has publicly accused …