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Published on 2024-01-26 07:55:59
The governor of Edo state, Godwin Obaseki, has faced another tough challenge as one of his aides, Sarah Ajose-Adeogun, who was responsible for strategy, performance, and project monitoring, announced her resignation. This comes just two months after another key aide, Andrew Okungbowa, also resigned as the chief press secretary.
Ajose-Adeogun, who previously worked as a Senior Manager with the Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC), confirmed her departure in a post on her Facebook page. Her resignation adds to the challenges facing Obaseki, especially as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) prepares for its governorship primary in the state, which has divided the government.
It is believed that her departure is linked to internal power struggles and the survival of Obaseki’s government. The governor’s preferred candidate for the PDP’s governorship primary has faced opposition within the party’s hierarchy, adding to the strain on Obaseki’s administration.
The resignation of Ajose-Adeogun follows the earlier departure of Andrew Okungbowa, the chief press secretary to Obaseki. This is indicative of the ongoing tensions within the governor’s administration, especially as his deputy, Comrade Philip Shaibu, has expressed an interest in succeeding Obaseki, creating further discord within the party.
The governor is also at odds with several members of the PDP’s Legacy Coalition, led by the National Vice Chairman, Southsouth, of the party, Chief Dan Orbih, who declared that Obaseki’s preferred successor would not be successful. These internal conflicts continue to pose challenges for Obaseki as he navigates the complexities of governance in Edo state.
Overall, Obaseki’s administration is facing significant friction, with key aides resigning and internal power struggles threatening the unity and effectiveness of the government. This has broader implications for the political landscape in Edo state and the future of the PDP in the region.
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