Omobayo Marvellous Godwins remains the Deputy Governor of Edo State, the State Government clarified on Wednesday.

It said in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Chris Nehikhare: “Following the Federal High Court, Abuja judgement that faulted the impeachment of the erstwhile deputy governor, Philip Shaibu, the Edo State Government has filed a stay of execution of the judgement.

“Pending the hearing of the appeal of the judgement, the incumbent Deputy Governor, His Excellency, Omobayo Marvellous Godwins remains and continues to serve as the valid deputy Governor of Edo State.

“He will continue to serve in this capacity and would be recognized as such.”

The statement called on the people of Edo State to remain calm and go about their lawful businesses.