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Jan

14

2024

SUPREME COURT: It is time for all Abians to join hands with Gov. Otti – UAAP

Abia State, Opinion, PoliticsAlex Otti, Personality, Politics, Ultimate Commander

The United Abia Artistes & Patriots Forum (UAAP), has described the Supreme Court victory of Governor Alex Chioma Otti OFR as a victory for the progress of Abia State. In a press release made available to reporters in Umuahia and signed by the Convener of UAAP Amb. Dr. Osita Offor ‘The Ultimate Commander’, the group revealed that they expected the victory because of the emergence of Gov. Otti is a product of God’s intervention and the determination of the people of Abia State. “The victory was a hard fight from the people and God equally intervened to cripple the devices…

Jan

12

2024

By David Okoye

APC Accepts Supreme Court Verdict on Plateau Election with Grace

NewsPlateau State, Politics

The Plateau chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has gracefully accepted the Supreme Court judgment that upheld Governor Caleb Mutfwang's victory in the March 18, 2023, election. The Apex court reversed the Appeal Court's November 19 decision, nullifying Mutfwang’s election and declaring Nentawe Yilwatda as the winner. Sylvanus Namang, APC's publicity secretary in Plateau, conveyed the party's acceptance of the verdict in a spirit of sportsmanship. He emphasized that the electoral contest was not a personal matter but a political tussle between two parties, ultimately serving the interests of the Plateau people. Namang urged APC members and supporters to…

Jan

09

2024

By David Okoye

Supreme Court Upholds Benue Governor Alia’s Victory, Benue Journalists Congratulate

NewsBenue State, Politics

In a significant resolution, the Supreme Court affirmed Governor Hyacinth Alia as the legitimate winner of the March 2023 governorship election in Benue. The verdict, delivered on January 8, laid to rest the prolonged legal dispute between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state. The Conference of Benue Journalists (CBJ) wasted no time in extending warm congratulations to Governor Alia. In a statement signed by CBJ President Emmanuel Anule, the group acknowledged the finality the judgment brought to the political tussle and emphasized the irrevocable legitimacy it bestowed upon Alia's administration. Anule urged…

Jan

09

2024

By OHAFIATV

Ohanaeze Ndigbo urges Igbos to see through Nnamdi Kanu’s deceptive release.

Metro, News, Opinion, PoliticsBiafra, Freedom, IPOB, Next Level, Nigeria, Nnamdi Kanu, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Politics

Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, has called for an end to the deceptive tactics employed by Igbo political leaders (Southeast governors, Senators, House of Representative members, and others) about the release of Nnamdi Kanu. It has become a disheartening trend among Southeast political elites to exploit the dire situation of the Southeast for their political gains. Unfortunately, many Igbo political leaders have proven to be renegades against the populace, feigning concern for the release of Nnamdi Kanu while manipulating the prevailing insecurity challenges to sustain their political positions and privileges. This deceptive behavior is a betrayal of the…

Jan

03

2024

By David Okoye

Ondo State Governor Suspends Local Council Caretaker Committees Following Court Order.

News2024, Ondo State, Politics

In response to a court order, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has suspended recently appointed caretaker committees for local government and council development areas. The suspension was communicated in a letter from the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, signed by Adewale Alonge on behalf of the permanent secretary. Governor Aiyedatiwa expressed concern over politicians assuming roles in the caretaker committees despite the court order preventing their inauguration. Consequently, he instructed the Heads of Local Government Administration (HOLGAs) in all LGAs/LCDAs to temporarily assume leadership responsibilities until legal matters are resolved. The letter stated, "It has come to…