Philip Shaibu, the deputy governor of Edo State, has stated that his decision to run for governor was divine.
Shaibu, on the other hand, stated that despite receiving heavenly indications to run for office, Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has his own plan.
Shaibu stated during an appearance on a private broadcast television station in Lagos that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, can only win the governorship race if he is on the ballot.
He said:
“Before publicly declaring my interest to contest, l had consulted widely with many persons and groups within and outside Edo State.
“Moreover, l went into prayers to seek guidance and direction from God.
“The signs l received encouraged me to go ahead with my aspiration, though it was obvious the governor has his own plans of supporting another person.
“If my party wants to win the election in Edo State, they should give it (ticket) to Philip Shaibu, but if they want to lose, they should give it to somebody else, not because I am a superstar but because I have the content, I have the quality, I have the experience.”