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Oct

28

2023

Election results shouldn’t be decided by the judiciary – Falana

Opinion, Politics2023, Court, Next Level, Nigeria, Politics

Femi Falana, SAN, a human rights attorney and activist, has stated that it is not ideal for the judiciary to determine election winners. Falana made this claim in an interview with Politics Today on Channels TV. He asserts that the Independent National Electoral Commission, or INEC, has the only authority to declare election winners. He declared, "There is no question that the Supreme Court's ruling has put a stop to the electoral competition for the presidential election that was held in February of this year. However, it is unquestionably not a judicial support of the way INEC conducted the election.…

Oct

28

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

Supreme Court ruling: Atiku to handle matters of national concern On Monday

News2023, Atiku Abubakar, Next Level, Nigeria, Politics

On Monday, Atiku Abubakar, the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) presidential candidate, will speak with the media on national concerns. This was revealed in a statement released on Saturday by the PDP Publicity Office. This follows the ruling by the Supreme Court, which upheld President Bola Tinubu as the victor of the February presidential election and rejected the appeal of the former vice president for being without merit. The statement claims that Atiku will speak on matters that are extremely important to the country. "The former vice president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, and the presidential candidate of…

Oct

26

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Congratulates President Tinubu on Supreme Court’s Verdict

Opinion, PoliticsNext Level, Nigeria, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Opinion, Politics

…Calsl on Atiku and Obi to back Tinubu's Government as Jonathan did during Buhari's administration. Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, extends its heartfelt congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the historic verdict delivered by the Rt Justice John Okoro-led Seven Man Panel of the Supreme Court. The verdict upholds President Tinubu as the authentic and rightful winner of the 2023 February 25th Presidential elections. This momentous decision from the apex court officially brings an end to the electoral process of the 2023 elections. Ohanaeze Ndigbo commends the Supreme Court for its diligent examination and fair judgment in…

Oct

22

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

Opinion: Oyebanji, Ekiti and purposeful leadership

Column, Opinion, PoliticsEkiti State, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics

By Abiodun KOMOLAFE Although the initial steps have to be taken by the individual, the picture of personality as having “power to uplift, power to depress, power to curse, and power to bless” is working for Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji of Ekiti State. It is a poser that’s given back to the owner. It makes a man become enthusiastic because, each time he sees the good he has done, he becomes motivated to do more. Essentially therefore, it is an individual’s character that defines his or her legacy. Tellingly, Oyebanji, aka BAO, has within a year in office redefined governance.…

Oct

11

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Calls For Calm And Patience Amidst President Tinubu’s Certificate Saga

Abia State, Metro, Opinion, Politics2023, Nigeria, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Politics

PRESS RELEASE - October 8, 2023 In the wake of recent allegations concerning the academic credentials of our esteemed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, we, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, urge all Nigerians to exercise restraint and patience as we await the outcome of the Supreme Court's investigation. We understand the concerns and questions raised by many Nigerians, especially in light of past incidents involving public office holders. We acknowledge the curiosity about potential beneficiaries of this situation, should it result in any significant political shift. However, we must remember that speculation and conjecture do not serve the interests of justice or our…