Video: Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki Refuses To Shake His Deputy, Philip Shaibu
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<h2>The cold war between <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/topic/godwin-obaseki/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Governor Godwin Obaseki</a> of Edo State, and his deputy, <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/topic/philip-shaibu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Philip Shaibu</a>, was put on public display on Wednesday as Obaseki publicly refused to shake Shaibu.</h2>
<p>The Edo Governor and his deputy were part of the dignitaries that witnessed <strong><a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/02/14/breaking-douye-diri-sworn-in-as-bayelsa-governor-for-second-term/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the second-term swearing-in</a></strong> ceremony of <strong>Duoye Diri</strong> as the Governor of Bayelsa State.</p>
<p>During the event, which was held at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex in Yenagoa, Obaseki and some other Governors were already on seat when Shaibu came over to greet them.</p>
<p>He took turns to shake hands with each one of them but when it was the turn of Obaseki, the Edo State Governor refused to offer his hand and instead waved off his Deputy.</p>
<p>See the video.</p>
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<p><strong>Naija News</strong> recalls Obaseki and his deputy have been at loggerheads over Shaibu's ambition to succeed him as the next Governor of Edo State.</p>
<p>While Obaseki is believed to be supporting another candidate, Shaibu said he feels betrayed by the Governor's decision not to support his political ambition.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governorship Screening Committee for Edo State has <strong><a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/01/30/edo-guber-pdp-clears-shaibu-ighodalo-igbinedion-other-aspirants-to-contest-primary/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cleared ten aspirants</a></strong> who appeared before it on Monday for the party's ticket.</p>
<p>The screening committee was headed by Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State and had four others as members.</p>
<p>The aspirants cleared to contest the party's primary election are:</p>
<p>1 Hon. OMOSEDE IGBINEDION<br />
2 ANSLEM U. OJEZUA ESQ.<br />
3 HON. FELIX E. AKHABUE<br />
4 ASUERINME IGHODALO<br />
5 HON. COMRADE PHILIPS SHAIBU<br />
6 ARTHUR ESENE<br />
7 OMOREGIE OGBEDIE IHAMA<br />
8 AMB. PROF. MARTIN UHOMOIBH<br />
9 OSARO OSAZE ONAIWU<br />
10 UMORU ADIZETU HADIZAT</p>
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The cold war between Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State, and his deputy, Philip Shaibu, was put on public display on Wednesday as Obaseki publicly refused to shake Shaibu.
The Edo Governor and his deputy were part of the dignitaries that witnessed the second-term swearing-in ceremony of Duoye Diri as the Governor of Bayelsa State. During the event, which was held at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex in Yenagoa, Obaseki and some other Governors were already on seat when Shaibu came over to greet them. He took turns to shake hands with each one of them but when it was the turn of Obaseki, the Edo State Governor refused to offer his hand and instead waved off his Deputy. See the video.
Naija News recalls Obaseki and his deputy have been at loggerheads over Shaibu’s ambition to succeed him as the next Governor of Edo State. While Obaseki is believed to be supporting another candidate, Shaibu said he feels betrayed by the Governor’s decision not to support his political ambition. Meanwhile, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governorship Screening Committee for Edo State has cleared ten aspirants who appeared before it on Monday for the party’s ticket. The screening committee was headed by Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State and had four others as members. The aspirants cleared to contest the party’s primary election are: 1 Hon. OMOSEDE IGBINEDION 2 ANSLEM U. OJEZUA ESQ. 3 HON. FELIX E. AKHABUE 4 ASUERINME IGHODALO 5 HON. COMRADE PHILIPS SHAIBU 6 ARTHUR ESENE 7 OMOREGIE OGBEDIE IHAMA 8 AMB. PROF. MARTIN UHOMOIBH 9 OSARO OSAZE ONAIWU 10 UMORU ADIZETU HADIZAT
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/montreal-skyline.jpg?id=55321888&width=2000&height=1500&coordinates=210%2C0%2C210%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>If you've been feeling like living in Montreal has become more of a challenge lately, you're not imagining it.</p><p> The Globe and Mail just released its second annual ranking of <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/best-cities-in-canada-work-life-balance-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Canada's most livable cities</a>, and Montreal has taken a serious tumble.
</p><p> While we're no strangers to heated debates about how Montreal stacks up against the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/world-best-cities-montreal" target="_blank" rel="noopener">best cities in Canada</a>, this year's results have given us plenty to chew on.
</p><p>That's right — the city often celebrated as a cultural hub and <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-best-places-to-travel-2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener">international destination</a> didn't even crack the top 150 in Canada. For 2024, Montreal now sits at a disappointing #171, after plummeting 29 spots from last year's already low rank of #142.</p><p> The <a href="https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/article-most-livable-cities-canada-2024/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ranking</a> evaluated 448 communities across Canada using 50 variables across 10 categories the Globe deemed crucial when considering moving to a city — things like health care, education, local economy, housing, safety and amenities.
</p><p> This year, new metrics were added, including long-term climate change impacts and the availability of museums and galleries, with the goal of painting a more detailed picture of what makes a city desirable beyond just affordability.
</p><p> It's worth noting that the ranking looked at municipalities rather than metropolitan areas or census divisions. Therefore, suburbs and neighbouring cities within Greater Montreal — including enclaves like Mount Royal and Westmount — are all ranked individually. And most of them outshine the city itself.
</p><p> For instance, Mount Royal ranked in lofty 18th place — the highest-ranking spot in Quebec — while Westmount came in at a respectable #34. Meanwhile, West Island suburbs like Kirkland (#103), Beaconsfield (#107) and Pointe-Claire (#118) also ranked way higher than Montreal.
</p><p> This fragmented approach could partly explain why the City of Montreal struggles to compete against big cities like Toronto, whose wealthier suburbs like North York and Etobicoke are part of the larger municipality.
</p><p> Other Greater Montreal municipalities that outranked the city itself include Boucherville (#38), Rosemère (#45), La Prairie (#58) and Laval (#69). </p><p>Meanwhile, the province's other bigger cities like Quebec City (#46), Lévis (#57) and Gatineau (#121) also ranked much higher than Montreal, despite our strengths in education (#4 in Canada) and amenities (#9). Dismal scores in climate (#425), economy (#433), and safety (#445 — yes, out of 448) pushed the city down the rankings.
</p><p> Nationally, the top three cities were all in B.C.: North Vancouver, West Vancouver and Victoria. Vancouver proper ranked a respectable 12th, and Toronto ranked at #82 — not much to write home about, but then again, who are we to judge?</p><p>Here are the top 10 most livable cities in Canada for 2024, according to the Globe and Mail:</p><ol><li>North Vancouver, B.C.</li><li>West Vancouver, B.C.</li><li>Victoria, B.C.</li><li>Winnipeg, Manitoba</li><li>Regina, Saskatchewan</li><li>Saskatoon, Saskatchewan</li><li>Calgary, Alberta</li><li>Pitt Meadows, B.C.</li><li>Penticton, B.C.</li><li>Oakville, Ontario</li></ol><p><span></span>For a city that has so much going for it, it stings to see Montreal lagging so far behind. But if there's one thing Montrealers excel at, it's turning setbacks into motivation. </p><p>Could 2025 see a comeback? Only time — and perhaps a bit of collaboration across the island — will tell.</p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em>
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<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/carey-price-wearing-a-black-suit-and-cowboy-hat.jpg?id=32838509&width=980"/><br/><br/><p>Legendary Montreal Canadiens goalie <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/carey-price" target="_blank">Carey Price</a> is officially a member of the San Jose Sharks. Wait, what?</p><p>Allow us to explain.</p><p>Price hasn't suited up for NHL action since 2022, but his contract, which carries a <a href="https://puckpedia.com/player/carey-price" target="_blank">$10.5 million cap hit</a>, was still on the books. It will officially expire in 2026</p><p>On Friday, the Canadiens announced that they've traded the 38-year-old netminder, along with a 2026 fifth-round pick, to San Jose in exchange for defenceman Gannon Laroque. For the Sharks, it's a cap and asset move. For Montreal fans, it's the official end of Price's time tied to the team.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1964069844527038841">
<div style="margin:1em 0"></div> — (@) <a href="https://twitter.com/CanadiensMTL/status/1964069844527038841"></a>
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script> <p>And what a time it was. Drafted fifth overall in 2005, Price went on to play 712 NHL games, the most ever by a Canadiens goalie. He also set the franchise record for wins with 361, ranking him among the top 25 goaltenders in league history. His career numbers — a .917 save percentage, 2.51 goals-against average, and 49 shutouts — tell only part of the story.</p><p>At his peak, Price was arguably the best goalie in the world. In 2014-15 he swept the NHL's major awards, taking home the Vezina, Hart, Jennings, and Ted Lindsay trophies after one of the most dominant seasons in recent memory. He helped lead Montreal to an unlikely Stanley Cup Final appearance in 2021. And in 2022, he was recognized with the Bill Masterton Trophy for perseverance, a nod to the battles he faced with injury while holding down the Canadiens' crease.</p><p>Internationally, the BC native was just as reliable. Price backstopped Canada to gold at the 2007 World Juniors, the 2014 Olympics in Sochi, and the 2016 World Cup of Hockey. He also won a Calder Cup with the Hamilton Bulldogs in 2007 before becoming a fixture in Montreal.</p><p>Once the news of the trade broke, fans on social media were quick to share their thoughts.</p><p>"He can't retire a Hab," one X user wrote in a post featuring a crying GIF.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1964070507159921020">
<div style="margin:1em 0"></div> — (@) <a href="https://twitter.com/teapottoffoIi/status/1964070507159921020"></a>
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script> <p>Another member of the Canadiens faithful was upset that it happened on his birthday.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1964075580883890337">
<div style="margin:1em 0"></div> — (@) <a href="https://twitter.com/ivandemigoal/status/1964075580883890337"></a>
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script> <p>One fan was upset over the casual way the trade was announced.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1964076006290977124">
<div style="margin:1em 0"></div> — (@) <a href="https://twitter.com/HabsLaughs/status/1964076006290977124"></a>
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script> <p>Another user proposed that Montreal sign him to a one-day contract before his deal expires so he can retire as a member of the Canadiens.</p><blockquote class="rm-embed twitter-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1964075596754870415">
<div style="margin:1em 0"></div> — (@) <a href="https://twitter.com/ktothesums/status/1964075596754870415"></a>
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script> <p>For years, Price was the face (and backbone) of the Canadiens. And while he may be off the roster, he'll always be a Hab.</p>
