Philip Shaibu Declares for Governorship

Edo State deputy governor Philip Shaibu has declared his intention to contest the governorship, unveiling a platform centred on job creation, infrastructure renewal, and social services. He pledged transparent public finance and stronger local government capacity to deliver projects closer to communities. Shaibu also promised inclusive stakeholder engagement across youth, women, and traditional institutions. As party primaries near, observers will watch coalition-building, policy specifics, and how contenders address the state’s fiscal and security challenges.