more Photos from the swearing in ceremony of the new Edo state Gov, Godwin Obaseki

Godwin Obaseki has been sworn in as the new governor of Edo state. He takes over from Adams Oshiomole.

 Obaseki was sworn in by the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Cromwell Idahosa, after taking the oath of office at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium Benin city. Dignitaries at the ceremony includes former Head of State Yakubu Gowon, Senate President, Bukola Saraki, Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, Ogun state governor, Ibikunle Amosun and bilionaire businessman, Aliko Dangote. More photos after the cut.