‘I Feel Sorry For Shaibu’ – Former Presidential Aide Calls For Abolishment Of Deputy Governor’s Office
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<h2>Former presidential aide, Okoi Obono-Obla, has reacted to the impeachment travails of the Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, saying the Office of Deputy Governor in Nigeria should be abolished.</h2>
<p><strong>Naija News</strong> reported that the <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/04/04/impeachment-shaibu-leaked-govt-secret-committed-perjury-assembly-tells-panel/">Edo State House of Assembly had accused Shaibu of leaking government secrets</a> and committing perjury.</p>
<p>The Assembly noted that the allegations against Shaibu were impeachable offences.</p>
<p>Reacting, Obono-Obla expressed concern for Shaibu and stressed that the office of the Deputy Governor requires amendment or abolishment.</p>
<p>According to him, to reduce the cost of governance, the Speaker of State Houses of Assembly should succeed or stand in for governors in the event of death, resignation or removal from office.</p>
<p>He explained that since the advent of democratic civil rule in the country, deputy governors have been the targets of imperialistic and despotic governors' actions.</p>
<p>Obono-Obla noted that impeachment is a serious matter and warned that it must not be used to blackmail deputy governors.</p>
<p>He said, <em>"I feel sorry for the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Honourable Philip Shuiabu.</em></p>
<p><em>"I think the position of Deputy Governor should be abolished by the Constitution. The Speaker of the State House of Assembly should succeed any State Governor.</em></p>
<p><em>"This would require a constitutional amendment or alteration abolishing the position of Deputy Governor."</em></p>
<p><em>"As a result, impeachment procedure is always dangling on the hands of deputy governors like the sword of damocles."</em></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/04/05/i-feel-sorry-for-shaibu-former-presidential-aide-calls-for-abolishment-of-deputy-governors-office/">‘I Feel Sorry For Shaibu’ – Former Presidential Aide Calls For Abolishment Of Deputy Governor’s Office</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>
Former presidential aide, Okoi Obono-Obla, has reacted to the impeachment travails of the Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, saying the Office of Deputy Governor in Nigeria should be abolished.
Naija News reported that the Edo State House of Assembly had accused Shaibu of leaking government secrets and committing perjury. The Assembly noted that the allegations against Shaibu were impeachable offences. Reacting, Obono-Obla expressed concern for Shaibu and stressed that the office of the Deputy Governor requires amendment or abolishment. According to him, to reduce the cost of governance, the Speaker of State Houses of Assembly should succeed or stand in for governors in the event of death, resignation or removal from office. He explained that since the advent of democratic civil rule in the country, deputy governors have been the targets of imperialistic and despotic governors’ actions. Obono-Obla noted that impeachment is a serious matter and warned that it must not be used to blackmail deputy governors. He said, “I feel sorry for the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Honourable Philip Shuiabu.“I think the position of Deputy Governor should be abolished by the Constitution. The Speaker of the State House of Assembly should succeed any State Governor.“This would require a constitutional amendment or alteration abolishing the position of Deputy Governor.”“As a result, impeachment procedure is always dangling on the hands of deputy governors like the sword of damocles.”
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Address: Port Stanley, ON</p><p>The Nickname: "The Coney Island of the Great Lakes"</p><p>Why You Need To Go: If you want to spend your travel budget in Canada this year, forget Brooklyn and add Ontario to your bucket list.</p><p>For a taste of Coney Island's boardwalk charm, head to Port Stanley —dubbed "The Coney Island of the Great Lakes." Located just a few hours from Toronto, Port Stanley is best known for its soft sandy beaches and sparkling blue waters, making it perfect for sunbathing, swimming, or just unwinding by the shore. </p><p>While the town's amusement park heyday — complete with a roller coaster, casino, and Ferris wheel — is long gone, you can still stroll through its quaint streets lined with boutiques and cafes, hop aboard the Port Stanley Terminal Rail for a scenic ride, or enjoy fresh-caught fish at one of the local restaurants. </p><p><a href="https://www.elgintourist.com/portstanley" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Port Stanley tourism website</a></p><h3>The Hamptons of the North</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DAbKENXJBe4/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Address: Toronto, ON</p><p>The Nickname: "Canada's Big Apple"</p><p>Why You Need To Go: New York may be the city that never sleeps, but Toronto can be every bit as electric — without the exchange rate headache.</p><p>Occasionally dubbed "Canada's Big Apple," this bustling metropolis delivers the same skyscraper-studded skyline and diverse neighbourhoods that make NYC an international icon. World-class shopping? Check. Michelin-star dining? Check. Iconic sports teams? Check.</p><p>In fact, Hollywood loves using Toronto as a stand-in for New York, filming movies and TV shows like <em>Suicide Squad</em>, <em>American Psycho,</em><strong> </strong><em>The Incredible Hulk</em>, and <em>Suits, </em>among others, in the Canadian hub. </p><p>If Hollywood doesn't bother splurging for the real deal, why should you?</p><p><a href="https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/visitor-toronto/" target="_blank">Toronto tourism website</a></p><h3>Canada's Route 66</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CsHqP8Tv7c9/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Address: Trans-Canada Highway, Canada</p><p>The Nickname: "Canada's Route 66"</p><p>Why You Need To Go: If an iconic road trip is on your 2025 itinerary, you don't necessarily need to cross the Canada-U.S. border.</p><p>Considered <a href="https://www.narcity.com/canadas-version-of-route-66-charming-towns-natural-wonders" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Canada's answer to Route 66,</a> the Trans-Canada Highway stretches an epic 7,821 kilometres from the Atlantic to the Pacific, showcasing the country's most breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cities and cozy small towns along the way.<br/></p><p>While Route 66 takes travellers from Chicago to Santa Monica, the Trans-Canada Highway highlights some of Canada's most iconic cities, including Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto and Montreal. The journey also weaves through everything from the towering peaks of the Rockies to the golden prairies and rugged Atlantic coastline, offering a front-row seat to Canada's diverse beauty.</p><h3>Canada's Jurassic Park</h3><br><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CfNbKetFo2-/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Address: Dinosaur Provincial Park, AB</p><p>The Nickname: "Canada's Jurassic Park"</p><p>Why You Need To Go: If you want a staycation that'll transport you out of Canada — and maybe this world entirely — look no further.</p><p>Tucked away in the heart of Alberta's Badlands, <a href="https://www.narcity.com/calgary/alberta-small-town-dinosaur-capital-of-the-world-jurassic-park" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dinosaur Provincial Park</a> is a prehistoric wonderland that feels like it was ripped straight from a Spielberg film, minus the rampaging raptors. </p><p>Don't stress about visiting Orlando's Universal Studios for your dino fix, though. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the richest fossil beds on Earth, home to over 50 species of dinosaurs that roamed these lands millions of years ago. </p><p>Visitors can walk in the footsteps of real dinosaurs, join guided fossil digs or hike through the surreal terrain where paleontologists are still unearthing ancient bones.</p><p><a href="https://albertaparks.ca/parks/south/dinosaur-pp/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dinosaur Provincial Park website</a></p><h3>The Canadian Disney World</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CjOHyn8OQIX/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Address: Canada's Wonderland, Vaughan, ON</p><p>The Nickname: "The Canadian Disney World"</p><p>Why You Need To Go: For thrill-seekers and theme park lovers, <a href="https://www.narcity.com/tag/disney-world" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Disney World</a> might be the gold standard, but <a href="https://www.narcity.com/places-in-canada-like-disney-world" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Canada has its own amusement park powerhouse</a> packed with just as much excitement. </p><p>Just north of Toronto, Canada's Wonderland is the country's largest theme park, boasting over 200 attractions, 18 roller coasters, and an entire water park.</p><p>While it may not have Cinderella's Castle, Wonderland makes up for it with record-breaking rides. The park is home to <a href="https://www.canadaswonderland.com/rides-experiences/leviathan" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Leviathan</a>, Canada's tallest and fastest roller coaster, towering at 306 feet and hitting speeds of 148 km/h. If that's not enough adrenaline, there's <a href="https://www.canadaswonderland.com/rides-experiences/yukon-striker" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Yukon Striker</a>, the world's longest, fastest, and tallest dive coaster, featuring a 90-degree drop straight into an underwater tunnel. </p><p><a href="https://www.canadaswonderland.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Canada's Wonderland website</a></p></br></br><em>Before you get going, check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/responsible-travel-guidelines" target="_blank">Responsible Travel Guide</a> so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your trip.</em>
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/the-montreal-skyline-during-summer.jpg?id=60214990&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=132%2C0%2C132%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>The long weekend is upon us, Montreal. </p><p>Whether you know it as Victoria Day or Journée nationale des patriotes, the result is the same: Quebecers get a well-deserved Monday off to fire up the grill, hit the road, or soak in the city's early summer vibes.</p><p>This year, the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/quebec-stat-holidays-2025-calendar" target="_blank">stat holiday</a> lands on Monday, May 19. As always, a mix of closures and reduced hours will apply, so it's good to double-check before heading out. Here's a quick guide to <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/open-and-closed-in-montreal" target="_blank">what's open and closed in Montreal</a> on National Patriots' Day 2025.</p> <h3>What's open in Montreal on National Patriots' Day 2025?</h3> <p><strong>Espace pour la Vie museums:</strong></p> <ul> <li> Montreal Botanical Garden</li> <li> Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium</li> <li> Montreal Insectarium</li> <li> Montreal Biodome</li> <li> Montreal Biosphere</li> </ul> <p><strong>Société de transport de Montréal (STM):</strong></p> <ul> <li> Transit will operate on a holiday schedule you can consult on the <a href="http://stm.info/en" target="_blank">STM website</a>. Plan ahead if you're relying on buses or the metro.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Garbage and recycling pick-up:</strong></p> <ul> <li> The City of Montreal confirms that household waste, recycling, compost, and bulky items will still be collected as usual.</li> </ul> <p><strong>311 City Services:</strong></p> <ul> <li> You can still call 311, but service hours will be reduced (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Ecocentres:</strong></p> <ul> <li> Most locations remain open but may have reduced hours. Check your local ecocentre before heading out.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Montreal public markets:</strong></p> <ul> <li>All of Montreal's public markets — including Atwater, Jean-Talon, and Maisonneuve — will be open throughout the long weekend, with slightly reduced hours on Sunday. You can find full schedules on the <a href="https://www.marchespublics-mtl.com/en/news/market-hours-for-victoria-day" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Marchés publics de Montréal website</a>.</li> </ul> <p><strong>SAQ and SQDC:</strong></p> <ul> <li> Most SAQ and SQDC branches will be open, including online services (note: Canada Post delivery does not run).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Most malls and shopping centres:</strong></p> <ul> <li> Including CF Fairview Pointe Claire, CF Carrefour Laval, Alexis Nihon, Centre Eaton, Place Montreal Trust, and more.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Grocery stores and dépanneurs</strong></p> <ul> <li> Most will operate as usual, such as Costco, IGA, Maxi, etc., but some smaller or independently owned spots may close or reduce their hours.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Cinemas</strong></p><ul><li><strong> </strong>Most movie theatres in Montreal — including all Cineplex theatres, Cinema du Parc, Cinéma Moderne Ciné-Starz, and Cinéma Starcité— are open all weekend.<strong></strong></li></ul><p><strong>La Ronde:</strong></p> <ul> <li> Weather permitting, La Ronde will be open for the long weekend crowd.</li> </ul> <h3>What's closed in Montreal on National Patriots' Day 2025?</h3> <p><strong>Banks</strong></p><ul><li>Most financial institutions will either be closed or will operate under reduced hours. </li></ul><p><strong>Canada Post</strong></p> <ul> <li> No mail pickup or delivery. Some private post offices inside pharmacies may remain open.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Federal and provincial government offices:</strong></p> <ul> <li> Including Passport Canada and SAAQ branches.</li> </ul> <p><strong>City of Montreal offices:</strong></p> <ul> <li> Accès Montréal offices</li> <li> Permit counters</li> <li> Borough halls</li> <li> Municipal court (except for urgent custody cases at 775 Rue Gosford)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Some museums and cultural institutions:</strong></p> <ul> <li> Montreal Museum of Fine Arts</li> <li> McCord Stewart Museum</li> <li> MAC Montréal (Contemporary Art Museum)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Parking and local facilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li> Regular parking restrictions still apply.</li> <li> Public libraries, pools, and community centres vary by borough, so be sure to check local schedules online.</li> </ul> <p>And as for the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/quebec-weather-june-2025" target="_blank">weather</a>, <a href="https://weather.gc.ca/en/location/index.html?coords=45.529,-73.562" target="_blank">Environment Canada's latest forecast</a> is showing sunny skies with a high of 18 C on Monday, making it a holiday worth taking advantage of. </p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p>
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