Three days after the Federal High Court in Abuja reinstated him as Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu has left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Recall that on Wednesday, the Federal High Court ruled in favor of Shaibu, reinstating him as Deputy Governor.
However, upon his return to the APC in Benin, the state capital, on Saturday, he was accompanied by prominent members of the Dan Orbih-led Legacy Group of the PDP.
Shaibu stated that he has rejoined the party to contribute positively to its growth.
He said: “On behalf of the Legacy Group, I announce our movement to the APC. We have come to add value to the party.
“It is time to take back our state. We will not talk too much because action will speak for us. We are not afraid. We are ready to move forward.
“We, the homeboys, are ready to take our state back through the APC governorship candidate, Monday Okpebholo, and his running mate, Dennis Idahosa.
“We are not troublemakers, but if it comes, we will use it to rub our body, and we move on.”
Shaibu got to the venue around 2:08 pm and walked straight to kneel before former Edo Governor Adams Oshiomhole to wide applause from party supporters.
He further said on his X handle: “It is a triumphant homecoming for me, as I officially return to the All Progressives Congress (APC), the party where I am accepted, valued, and welcomed with open arms.
“The party holds a special place in my heart, and where I have shared countless memories.
“I am grateful to be back among the people and community that have always supported me, and to reunite with my political family.”
