Benin, Dec. 3, 2023 – Phillip Shaibu, the Edo State Deputy Governor, has thanked Godwin Obaseki, the state Governor, for his message of felicitations to him on his 54th birthday anniversary.
Obaseki sent birthday greetings to Shaibu on his birthday anniversary on Dec. 1, which was a surprise to many as the two have been at daggers-drawn for some time.
Shaibu is planning to contest for the state governorship seat in the next election, a decision which Obaseki initially opposed.
Responding to Obaseki’s message, Shaibu wrote: “I want to express my deepest gratitude for your thoughtful wishes on my birthday. Your kind words mean a lot to me, and l am truly grateful for your support over the last seven years.
“Throughout the years, we have fought numerous battles together, and l am proud to have stood by your side, as it was the right thing to do.
“I want to assure you that my love for you and your office remain unwavering. I hold you in the highest regard, and I encourage you to continue to be the good senior brother that you have always been to me.
“Despite the efforts of fifth columnists trying to create division between us, please know that I still have regard for you and your office. I remain committed to our mandate of putting Edo state first and serving its people.” (GBN)
