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The All Progressives Congress (APC) party has removed Senator Hope Uzodinma, the Governor of Imo state, as the Chairman of the Edo state Governorship Primary Election Committee. This decision was made due to a crisis currently affecting the party in the state, following the emergence of several candidates in the just-concluded primaries supervised by Uzodinma.
As a result, the party’s National Organizing Secretary, H.E Sulaiman Muhammad Argungu, OFR, released an amended list, appointing the Governor of Cross River state, Bassey Otu, as the new Chairman of the committee. Alh. Rabiu Suleiman will serve as Secretary.
The Party also announced the appointment of Barr. C. C. Udenwa as the Chairman of the Appeals Committee.
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BREAKING NEWS: APC picks Idahosa as Edo deputy government candidate [PHOTOS]
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March 18, 2024
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has chosen Hon. Dennis Idahosa as its deputy governorship candidate for the upcoming Edo Governorship election. The party’s National Chairman, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, and National Secretary, Ajibola Bashiru, are scheduled to introduce Senator Monday Okpebholo, the party’s flag bearer, and Idahosa to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Villa later today. Idahosa will replace Hon. Omoregie Ogbeide-Ihama, who was previously announced as the running mate for the governorship candidate last week.
It was gathered that Idahosa, a House of Representatives member, emerged on Sunday night after a prolonged meeting by stakeholders from Edo, the party leadership and Vice President Kashim Shettima.
Also in the meeting were the party’s flag bearer, former Edo Governor, Senator Adams Oshiomole and Idahosa.
Idahosa lost the ticket to Okpebholo following the controversies that greeted the party’s shadow election of February 1 later concluded on February 21.
Idahosa had led a protest to the APC headquarters in Abuja afterwards.
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“APGA is celebrating Governor Soludo’s second anniversary in office.”
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March 18, 2024
Governor Charles Soludo, APGA
The national chairman of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Sly Ezeokenwa, has congratulated Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra on his two-year anniversary in office. Mr Ezeokenwa congratulated Soludo in a statement issued on Sunday, describing his two years in office as a significant chapter in Anambra’s journey towards achieving a livable and prosperous state.
Ezeokenwa praised Soludo as the embodiment of the aspirations and prayers of the people of Anambra. “Soludo’s tenure so far has been a testament to the transformative power of dedicated and insightful governance. His commitment to fostering a state that is not only livable but also thrives on all fronts reflects the very ethos that APGA stands for,” he said.
The APGA national chairman said that Soludo’s administration has significantly impacted the socio-economic landscape of Anambra, cutting across different sectors, including infrastructural developments, pioneering social programs, human capital development, healthcare, education, agriculture, and security. “It has been a journey of turning visions into tangible realities, and the fruits of these labours are evident in the enhanced quality of life enjoyed by Ndi Anambra,” Ezeokenwa said.
He reiterated the party’s commitment to prioritising the welfare of the populace above all. “Our resolve to bring the best candidates into the fold of public service remains unwavering. As showcased by Soludo’s tenure, APGA is dedicated to transcending the norms and setting new benchmarks in governance that others can only aspire to,” Ezeokenwa explained.
The APGA leader called on Ndi Anambra to support Mr Soludo as he continues to navigate the path toward a more flourishing Anambra.
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A traditional ruler in Osun State has appealed to Bola Tinubu, to intervene in the reopening of the border between Nigeria and Benin Republic.
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March 18, 2024
The ruler is requesting that Tinubu use his political influence to help resolve the border issue.
The Olowu of Kuta in Ayedire Local Government of Osun, Oba Hameed Oyelude, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to reopen the nation’s border with Benin Republic. Mr Oyelude made this appeal in a chat with journalists on Sunday in his palace in Kuta. He said that reopening the border would ease the burden of Nigerians economically. However, he acknowledged that at the time the Benin Republic border was closed, the Federal Government was protecting the economy of the country.
Mr Oyelude also urged Nigerians to be patient with the President, noting that he meant well for the country by removing the subsidy on fuel. He stated that the gain of the removal of fuel subsidy is coming, but it may not be immediate. And that is why Nigerians need to be patient with the President, adding that we will surely get there.
Furthermore, he urged the federal government not to completely take every advice and policy of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Mr Oyelude said that although there was nothing wrong with domesticating IMF ideas and policies, the same must be done in a way that would suit the country. He acknowledged that there is an economic downturn and it is a challenge that the country is going through, but he believes we will overcome it as a country.
