Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has appointed Omobayo Godwins as the new deputy to serve for the remainder of his tenure as the state's administrative leader.

Omobayo was officially sworn in during a ceremony held at the Edo State Government House in Benin City, the capital, on Monday, April 8, 2024.

Hailing from Akoko-Edo Local Government Area within the Edo North Senatorial District, Omobayo shares the same hometown as the recently impeached deputy governor.

Born on July 19, 1986, Omobayo brings a wealth of experience as an engineer in the oil and gas industry. He holds a bachelor's degree in electrical and electronics engineering as well as a master's in public administration from the University of Benin.

Omobayo is an esteemed member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers and the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria.

Presently serving as a senior maintenance engineer at Dresser Wayne West Africa Limited, Omobayo has garnered extensive expertise in the South-South region. Beyond his professional endeavors, he is actively engaged in local politics within his community.