THE Deputy Governor of Edo State, Marvellous Godwins Omobayo, has reaffirmed that he remains the legitimate second-in-command of the state and continues to carry out his official duties as stipulated by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
He made this assertion today during a solidarity visit by the leaders and members of the three recognized transport unions in Edo State.
Omobayo emphasized that the ongoing legal challenges concerning the Office of the Deputy Governor have not distracted him in any way.
He stated that his focus remains on supporting his principal, Governor Godwin Obaseki, in driving the economic growth and transformation of Edo State.
He also expressed his gratitude to the unions—National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), and Edo State Drivers Welfare Scheme—for their unwavering support since he assumed office and their loyalty to Governor Obaseki.
Earlier, RTEAN Chairman, Comrade Monday Orhue, and his NURTW counterpart, Chief Odion Olaye, explained that the unions decided to pay a solidarity visit to the Deputy Governor to reaffirm their full support for Governor Obaseki.
Chief Olaye added that their visit was intended to pass a vote of confidence on Omobayo as the legitimate and recognized Deputy Governor of Edo State, expressing confidence that the Obaseki-led administration will end on a strong note.
