Omobayo Godwins

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Omobayo Marvellous Godwins

Born: 19 July 1986
Nationality: Nigerian
Profession: Engineer, Politician
Party: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
Position: Deputy Governor of Edo State (April 2024 – November 2024)


Early Life & Education

  • Hometown: Akoko Edo LGA, Edo State
  • Degree: B.Eng. Electrical & Electronics Engineering, University of Benin

Professional Career

  • Senior Maintenance Engineer, Dresser Wayne West Africa Ltd.

    • Oversaw technical operations across Nigeria’s South‑South region
  • Local Government Politics

    • Entered public service at the grassroots level
  • 2023 Election:

    • Contested Akoko Edo Federal Constituency seat (House of Reps) under the Labour Party
    • Following legal challenge, joined PDP

Deputy Governorship

  • Appointment:
    • Sworn in as Edo State Deputy Governor on 8 April 2024 after the impeachment of Philip Shaibu
  • Tenure:
    • April 2024 – November 2024
  • Focus Areas:
    • Promoting sports development and infrastructural growth in Edo State
  • Community Reception:
    • Welcomed by Akoko‑Edo kinsmen for his commitment to local development

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