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“Whether you are a deputy governor or a vice president, it’s the same concept of deputising.
He explained that if a state’s legislature sides with the governor, there is little to prevent a deputy’s removal.
He added that although leaders may hesitate to discuss the issue openly, continued advocacy could prompt lawmakers to consider a constitutional review aimed at strengthening the position of deputy governors and vice presidents.
The theme of the event was “Strategic Solutions for Good Governance, Food Security, and Sustainable Growth in Nigeria.” Osoba described the tendency for leaders to withhold power from their deputies as unfortunate, adding that it is a global phenomenon rather than one restricted to Nigeria or Africa.
“Again, you can’t amend the constitution against governors using their influence and powers to impeach their deputies.
“The difference between a governor and his deputy is not biological.
As I mentioned earlier, the array of leaders who are still young and passionate about Nigeria, even from what we have seen at this conference, gives us confidence that one day, one of them will emerge as the president of this country,” Osoba said.
“But a leader doesn’t determine his continuity in office.
It’s not because one was born to be a governor and the other to be a deputy.
“Even in theology, God has no deputy because of its controversial nature.
“I think this is an issue we will continue to debate until there is a review of the Constitution..
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