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Nigeria, UAE To Strengthen Bilateral Ties – President Buhari

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The President Buhari has expressed his determination to do more to ensure the growth and intensification of the strategic partnership between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates.

According to a statement signed on Saturday by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, the President said this in a short interaction with the new Ruler of Abu Dhabi and President of the UAE, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, during a condolence visit to the Presidential Palace on Friday.

Expressing his condolences and that of Nigeria on the demise of the late President Sheikh Khalifah, Buhari also congratulated the new President on his election.

The statement is titled ‘Nigeria, UAE to further extend bilateral ties,’ and read in part, “President Buhari expressed the hope that under Sheikh Mohamed the two countries will continue to actively champion a vision of sustainable security, strengthen counterterrorism cooperation, facilitate trade and investment, and promote prosperity and development.

“In the seven years of the Muhammadu Buhari Presidency, the two countries have actively conducted bilateral dialogues leading to several agreements and Memoranda of Understanding that have paved the way for further cooperation, mutual understanding and progress in many aspects of their bilateral relations.”

Vision FM Founder, Bishop Onuoha Joins Abia Governorship Race, Promises Transformation

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Vision FM Founder, Bishop Onuoha Joins Abia Governorship Race, Promises Transformation

Vision FM Founder, Bishop Onuoha Joins Abia Governorship Race, Promises Transformation

Bishop Dr. Sunday Ndukwo Onuoha held a media parley in Umuahia the capital of Abia state where he officially announced his gubernatorial aspiration under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) come 2023.

The media parley was held on Friday at the secretariat of ADC in Umuahia were the party Deputy Chairman, Mazi Kanu O. Kanu and other party members were present.

Bishop Dr. Sunday Ndukwo Onuoha is the Founder and President of Vision Africa Radio.

Bishop Onuoha, a clergy of the Methodist church in his declaration speech explained his zeal, motivation and aspiration to govern Abia as to improve all sectors of human endeavors in the state, also noting that ADC is the 3rd largest political party in Nigeria.

In his words: “Today, I wish to officially announce that I am the gubernatorial aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a political party which is currently the 3rd largest political party in Nigeria with regards to national spread and the 4th political party in Nigeria with regard to the number of elected positions occupied by ADC in Nigeria.”

During the parley, Dr. sunday ndukwo Onuoha x-rayed the political temperature of Abia State and the challenges of governance as well as the state of insecurity bedeviling the south east zone of Nigeria as he unveiled 11 point agenda to tackle the issue of governance in the state.

“Having crisscrossed all parts of Abia State, I can humbly tell you that I know the issues, problems and challenges amongst my people. I have sat and talked to, and sometimes felt the ache of a people who want nothing more than a change from the bleak status-quo. After a solemn mediation about our dear State, I have developed and summarized an 11 -point agenda which covers all critical sectors of our life as a people, and I believe that addressing these needs will transform this city as we hoist our light high on the hilltop and shine proudly like we are truly meant to,” Bishop Onuoha said.

Bishop Onuoha gave his 11-point agenda as; Security and Social Welfare, Digital Economy and Information Technology Transformation, Transparency and Accountability, International Relations/Development Agencies, Job Creation/Youth and Women Empowerment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Participatory Governance, Education for sustainable development, Accessible Basic Health for All,
Trade and Commerce, Faith Community for Development.

Bishop Sunday Onuoha said that his primary essence of governance is to improve security, boost the economy and information technology which will boost the market space and economy of Aba, the economic hub of Abia state.

“With a secure Abia state, I and my team shall work in creating a digital economy and information technological transformation. For example, we are going to create a technology hub that will make Abia State the Silicon Valley of Nigeria. We shall digitize the way we trade in Ariaria and the way government functions, thus opening up our State to the huge benefits acruable in an ever-growing digital world,” Bishop Onuoha added.

While responding to questions from newsmen about the security situation of the south east zone of Nigeria, Bishop Onuoha pleaded with the federal government to apply political solution to deal with the case between Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and the federal government as he also narrated previous moves with top stakeholders to presidential villa to appeal to president Muhammadu Buhari.

In his words, ”There is need to find political solution to the Nnamdi Kanu’s situation, because it has caused a whole lot of agitation. I was part of a delegation that met with President Buhari last November to demand political solution, if FG had done what we begged for, Kanu would have been released by now”.

Ugochukwu Ubani, the publicity secretary of Abia ADC in his speech said he was glad that Bishop Onuoha didn’t promised Abians good and electricity in his speech just as other politicians in other political parties do. Ugochukwu pointed out that it is the right of Abians to have access to quality basic amenities of life. He applauded the speech of Bishop Onuoha and hoped for successful implementation when Abians decides through their votes.in 2023.

APGA Shifts House of Reps Primaries Over Sit-At-Home In Southeast

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APGA Shifts House of Reps Primaries Over Sit-At-Home In Southeast

All Progressive Grand Alliance, APGA has announced an adjustment in the date of its House of Representatives primary election earlier scheduled to hold on May 26, 2022.

The party says this shift in date is necessitated by the adjournment till May 26 the continuation of the trial of leader of Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, a day where there is usually a restriction of movement in the South East.

The party in a release by the National Organising Secretary, Ifeanyi Mbaeri, therefore says the House of Representatives Primary Election will now hold nationwide on May 27, 2022.

The release partly read, “Due to the ongoing Court trial of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu which has been adjourned to May 26, 2022 and the resultant SIT-AT-HOME in the South East, it has become imperative for the Party to reschedule its House of Representatives primaries earlier scheduled for the same May 26, 2022.

“Consequently, the House of Representatives Primary Election of APGA will hold nationwide on May 27, 2022.”

The party further stated that INEC has been duly notified about this slight adjustment.

Other primary elections of the Party will hold as originally scheduled.

The dates for APGA primaries at the moment are as follows:

(1) State House of Assembly: May 24, 2022.

(2) House of Representatives: May 27, 2022.

(3) Senate: May 28, 2022.

(4) Governorship: May 29, 2022.

(5) Special National Convention for nomination of Presidential Candidate:
June 1, 2022.

SW/SS Plot Against SouthEast Presidency: Only North-East Can Feel Our Pain – Orji Kalu

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SW/SS Plot Against SouthEast Presidency: Only North-East Can Feel Our Pain - Orji Kalu

SW/SS Plot Against SouthEast Presidency: Only North-East Can Feel Our Pain - Orji Kalu

Consequent to the refusal of the South South and South West regions to support the emergence of an Igbo President from the South-East, Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Orji Kalu has identified the North-East as the only geopolitical zone that understands the pains being nursed by the Southeasterners over their diminishing chances of producing the next President of Nigeria in 2023.

Ahead of the 2023 polls the South West and the South-South having produced Nigeria’s Presidents for 16 and 6 years respectively have continued to receive backlashes over their negation to back Southeast’s Presidential bid, a region that has never had a shot at the Presidency since the advent of the fourth republic.

Barring his mind on the development, the Senate Chief Whip had said that judging by the multiple Presidential aspirants emanating from both the South-West and South-South regions it is evident that both zones are insensitive to the political plight of their Southeastern brothers.

Kalu who is leading an aggressive campaign for the retention of power in the North over the South-South and South West’s rejection of power shift to the South-east , said that North-East like the South East share similar fate because both regions have never enjoyed the support of their neighbouring zones to produce Nigeria’s Presidents.

Speaking in Katsina State, where he joined frontline Presidential aspirant of the All Progressive’s Congress, Ahmad Lawan to canvass for the support of party delegates, kalu told journalists that the North East is the only region who empathise with the grievances of the South East for being shut out of the Presidential seat.

“The two zones remain the only zones that are yet to produce a president despite having the most capable hands to govern the country,” Kalu argued.

“I believe in regional zoning and I will continue to repeat it as long as the issue of ‘Equity, Fairness and Justice’ is concerned. My reason is not only because it worked in 1999 when all the parties zoned their presidential tickets to the South West, but because it is the only true definition of fairness and equity.

“My clamor for the South East to produce the president after President Muhammadu Buhari was borne out of the enormous clamour and desire for the development and strengthening of our dear nation,” kalu said.

Reiterating his previous stance the two time former Governor maintained that anything less than SouthEast must be North East, otherwise it is hypocrisy and wickedness. كازينو اون لاين عربي

Kalu gave his reasons; the South East has given its full support to the South West and the South-South and when it got to the turn of the South East, the language changed to ‘Power is not given but taken’.

“In the absence of this clear non-agreement of the southern brothers to support zoning of the tickets to the South East, I wielded my support to the North East with the hope that justice is closer to the South East,” the lawmaker explained.

In his earlier remarks Lawan the Presidential hopeful stated that his aspiration is based on his capacity as a Nigerian who is qualified to be President and not as a northern aspirant as is being peddled in some quarters.

“I am not running as a northern aspirant because the impression created is that I’m a northern aspirant or that northerners are saying they are not going to allow power to the South. العاب تجيب فلوس

“I’m not running as a northern candidate. مواقع لربح المال I’m running as a Nigerian Presidential aspirant and therefore I come with all my qualifications for that office and people should judge me on the basis of what I have to offer,” Lawan said in Katsina.

My Administration Will Be Devoid of Clannishness; Mayor Igbokwe Assures Isiala-Ngwa North/South Delegates

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My Administration Will Be Devoid of Clannishness; Mayor Igbokwe Assures Isiala-Ngwa North/South Delegates

My Administration Will Be Devoid of Clannishness; Mayor Igbokwe Assures Isiala-Ngwa North/South Delegates

Mayor Lucky Igbokwe (Don Lulu), a leading PDP gubernatorial aspirant in continuation of his state wide consultation of Party leaders and delegates visited Isiala-Ngwa North/South PDP on Thursday

The guber aspirant while addressing the party leaders in the two LGAs assured them that he will run an inclusive government which will be devoid of sectional sentiments. He opined that Ngwa land especially Isiala Ngwa is very strategic in his vision to build a new Abia.

Mayor Igbokwe assured the party faithfuls that when he emerges as governor he’ll put their land to good use, by establishing fully equipped mechanized farming estates. He promised to build standard health facilities in every local government of the state including Isiala Ngwa North and South.

The guber aspirant called on the party delegates to give him their support.

In his response, the PDP chairman in Isiala-Ngwa South, Sir Edwin Ihejirika posited that the guber aspirant is well known to him as an industrious young man, who despite his age has an intimidating record of impact in the society. He encouraged and prayed for him.

On his part, the Isiala- Ngwa North PDP chairman, Hon.Sam Esindu noted that Mayor Igbokwe is indeed an inspiration to most youths. He extolled him for his courage to join the Abia guber race.

EODU, President General Mba Salutes Chief Ubaka On Birthday, Says He’s A Respected Uncle

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EODU, President General Mba Salutes Chief Ubaka On Birthday, Says He's A Respected Uncle

EODU, President General Mba Salutes Chief Ubaka On Birthday, Says He's A Respected Uncle

The President General of Ebem Ohafia Development Union, EODU has congratulated a leader in the community and elder statesman, Chief Okali Ubaka on his birthday, describing him as a respected uncle.

In a felicitation message on behalf of the union, the President General Mr. Emeka Mba stated that Chief Ubaka is a true custodian of culture and heritage of the community.

He said, “Happy birthday to my highly respected uncle. A true custodian of our culture and heritage. I pray God to continue to grant you sound health and gracious aging.”

Chief Ubaka is the father of Mr. Ifeanyi Okali, the Publicity Secretary of the union.

2023 Presidency: Lawan, Orji Kalu In Calabar, Meet Delegates Ahead Of APC Primaries (Photos)

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2023 Presidency: Lawan, Orji Kalu In Calabar, Meet Delegates Ahead Of APC Primaries

2023 Presidency: Lawan, Orji Kalu In Calabar, Meet Delegates Ahead Of APC Primaries

The Senate President, Ahmad Lawan was in Calabar earlier today in connection with his bid to be the APC flag bearer for the 2023 presidential election.

2023 Presidency: Lawan, Orji Kalu In Calabar, Meet Delegates Ahead Of APC Primaries

He was accompanied by the former Governor of Abia State and the Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, former Senate Leader, Victor Ndoma Egba, former Senator representing Cross River Central Senatorial District, Senator John Own Enoh, and other chieftains of the party.

His first port of call was the Cross River State government house where he met the State Governor, Prof Ben Ayade.

Thereafter, Lawan held pally with the APC leaders in the state and delegates to solicit their votes ahead of the Presidential primaries scheduled for the end of May.

 

IPOB To Political Parties: Do Not Hold Rallies In South-East

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IPOB Dismisses Umahi’s Claim Of Ongoing Talks For Kanu’s Release

IPOB To Political Parties: Do Not Hold Rallies In South-East

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has warned political parties against holding rallies in the South-East.

This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the group’s spokesman, Emma Powerful.

Powerful specifically warned Ikechi Emenike, who is contesting for Abia governorship under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

“We want to advise Chief Ikechi Emenike and his APC people not to hold any political rally in Umuahia tomorrow, Friday, May 20, 2022, while they kept quiet and did nothing when Fulani bandits kidnapped passengers including female students along Okigwe/ Uturu road.

“We cannot allow Emenike and his APC co-travelers to be dancing and singing at Chidiebere Park while our daughters are still in captivity.

“It is hypocrisy for the political elite to show no concern about the plights of our people who they claim to be seeking their welfare. It is wickedness for Emenike and his co-travelers to keep mute and do nothing about the incessant abductions of Igbo sons and daughters by Fulani herdsmen around Uturu and its environs. Ikechi Emenike should keep away from Chidiebere Park Umuahia tomorrow.

“We won’t allow APC and other political parties to continue to hold their rallies in our land while Fulani bandits operative with impunity Kidnapping and rapping our people, yet the politicians do nothing about it. All they care about is 2023. Enough is enough,” the statement reads.

Presidential Primary: Gov. Lalong, Plateau Delegates Endorse Rotimi Amaechi

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Presidential Primary: Gov. Lalong, Plateau Delegates Endorse Rotimi Amaechi

Presidential Primary: Gov. Lalong, Plateau Delegates Endorse Rotimi Amaechi

Plateau State Governor, Simon Lalong and the State’s All Progressives Congress (APC) delegates have assured former Transport Minister Rotimi Amaechi of support at the incoming party’s presidential primary.

They spoke when Amaechi visited the State for support ahead of the primary slated for May 30.

In his address at the interactive session, Amaechi said he has the competence and capacity to tackle the challenges of the nation, urging them to support his bid for the party’s presidential ticket.

He said having served as a two-term Speaker and Rivers Governor, Former Chairman of the Nigerian Governors Forum, Minister of Transport, and former Chairman, Conference of Speakers in Nigeria, he has garnered enough experience to lead the nation.

He said his relationship with Plateau State runs deep as he has worked with major stakeholders over the years and promoted the interests of the State, particularly during the administration of Lalong with whom he shares a close friendship.

Amaechi assured the people of Plateau State that the security and development issues of the State would be given priority when he becomes President.

Lalong in his response said “Rt. Hon. Amaechi believed in us even when many did not have confidence in us and refused to support us. He stood by us and saw to our victory.

Even at the Federal Executive Council, we always received the assistance of Amaechi who protected the interests of Plateau State because we had no voice from those that were supposed to represent us.

“In fact, I am one Governor in Nigeria that has not been lucky with Ministers in the last 7 years.

“We thank Rt. Hon. Amaechi ensured that the Inland Container Depot, North Central HUB of the Shippers Council, and the Port Harcourt-Maiduguri rail line passing through Jos were approved.

Plateau APC Chairman Rufus Bature said Amaechi’s coming to the State was a mere formality because his good works have been registered in the minds of the people and delegates.

In a session presided over by Speaker Yakubu Sanda, Majority leader of the Assembly, Hon. Naanlong Daniel moved a motion for the delegates to adopt Amaechi as the aspirant for Plateau delegates.

Buhari Inaugurates N23bn Bauchi Water Project

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The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), on Thursday, inaugurated a N23.5 billion World Bank Assisted Upgraded Bauchi Township Water Supply Scheme.

He said the third Urban National Water Sector Reform Project under which the upgrading of the Bauchi Township Water Supply Scheme was executed as a part of the deliberate strategy of his administration to promote better living for the populace by increasing access to water supply in some selected states, including Bauchi.

Buhari, who was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, at the commissioning of the project at the Gubi Water Treatment Plant in Bauchi, said that the collaborative efforts involving the Bauchi State government, the World Bank, and the Federal Government had become a success story as evidenced by the project that he was in the state to commission.

He was quoted as saying, “Essentially, the Federal Government, as it is required under the Multi-National Donor Funded Project, provided the guarantee as well as the critical supervision and the oversight through the office of the National Urban Sector Reform Project domiciled in the Federal Ministry of Water Resources.

“I am happy to note that Bauchi State has executed the project creditably. I am not surprised by this accomplishment because the state government personally pursued the project with vigour and determination through the allocation of resources and intervention to eliminate bottlenecks and challenges including even the COVID-19 which affected the project extension as well as paying attention to details. This is what leaders in the country should emulate from the governor of Bauchi state.

“I know with satisfaction that the Upgraded Bauchi Township Water Scheme has the capacity to supply the water demand of over one million people and I congratulate the good people of Bauchi, my people, for being the beneficiary of this legacy,” he stated.

The President tasked the Bauchi State government to ensure that the culture of infrastructure maintenance is embedded in the management of the facility for the long-term benefits of the people of the state even as he urged the people to ensure the sustainability and ownership of the project.

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