Oshiomhole Opposes Planned Shuaib Defection, Says APC Not A Rehabilitation Camp

Former Governor Adams Oshiomhole has ruled out the return of the State Deputy Governor, Phillip Shuaib, from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressive Congress (APC).

Oshiomhole, now a Senator, said the APC was not a rehabilitation centre for failed politicians in the state.

He spoke amidst allegation by Governor Godwin Obaseki that Shuaib was plotting to defect to the APC, to pick the 2023 governorship ticket of the party.

The Deputy Governor had already dragged Obaseki to court to stop the alleged plot to impeach him through the state house of assembly.

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But Oshiomhole speaking in Benin City on Thursday, said every political office holders must show loyalty to their principals, and should not be overambitious.

He asked politicians having challenges to know how to respect their leaders.