Edo PDP splits as deputy governor emerges guber candidate of new party faction

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A factional split within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State has emerged, with Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu securing the governorship candidacy in the newly formed faction.

The parallel primaries conducted by this faction saw Shaibu garnering over 301 votes.

The development adds a layer of complexity to the political dynamics in the State, with internal disputes surfacing just as the election season gains momentum.

The emergence of a faction led by Deputy Governor Shaibu raises questions about the unity and cohesion within the State PDP.

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The PDP leadership at the state and national levels are, at the moment, preparing for another primary in the state.