Philip Shaibu

Philip Shaibu is a Nigerian politician who served as the Deputy Governor of Edo State from 2016 until recently. He is known for his role in supporting the election of Governor Godwin Obaseki, despite initially expressing doubts about Obaseki's leadership capabilities. Shaibu's political career has been marked by his close association with the All Progressives Congress and his relationship with former party chairman Adams Oshiomhole, who advocated for Obaseki's candidacy. Recently, Shaibu made headlines by revealing his longstanding skepticism of Obaseki's governance, highlighting the complexities of their political partnership and the evolving political landscape in Edo State.