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BREAKING: Obaseki, 2 Others At APC National Secretariat For Screening

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The screening of the six aspirants for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket in Edo state began on Wednesday afternoon at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja.

The chairman of the screening committee, Prof. Jonathan Ayuba, said it was only to verify all the documents provided by the aspirants and make recommendations to the party based on its findings.

Three aspirants are already on ground for the exercise.

They are: Hon. Osaro Obaze was the first to present himself for screening.

Governor Godwin Obaseki, who arrived at about 1:10 left after five minutes.

Engr. Chris Ogiemwonyi is also on ground for the exercise.

Details shortly…

BREAKING: Obaseki, 2 Others At APC National Secretariat For Screening

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The screening of the six aspirants for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket in Edo state began on Wednesday afternoon at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja.

The chairman of the screening committee, Prof. Jonathan Ayuba, said it was only to verify all the documents provided by the aspirants and make recommendations to the party based on its findings.

Three aspirants are already on ground for the exercise.

They are: Hon. Osaro Obaze was the first to present himself for screening.

Governor Godwin Obaseki, who arrived at about 1:10 left after five minutes.

Engr. Chris Ogiemwonyi is also on ground for the exercise.

Details shortly…

Obaseki Is Our Alumnus, Says University Of Ibadan

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The University of Ibadan (UI) has confirmed Edo state Governor, Godwin Obaseki graduated from the institution.

The university, in a statement by its Registrar, Mrs Olubunmi Faluyi, said Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki, studied Classics.

According to the statement, the Governor gained admission to the university in 1976 and graduated in 1979 with a Second Class Honours (Lower Division).

“Records of his admission and graduation are intact in the archives of the university.” the statement said.

Some opposition leaders in the state’s chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have been accusing Obaseki of presenting a fake certificate, saying he did not graduate from the premier university. The UI statement will draw the curtain on the supposed certificate scandal crisis.

Obaseki has been in a running battle with his predecessor Adams Oshiomhole over the second term ticket. The latter, who is the National Chairman of the APC, has vowed to ensure the governor does not get a second term in office.

BREAKING: Smart Adeyemi Floors Dino Melaye At Tribunal

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Tribunal upholds Smart Adeyemi’s election as Senator for Kogi West senatorial District, dismissed the petition by Dino Melaye and PDP.

The three judges of the tribunal were unanimous that the petitioners failed to prove their case.

Details shortly…

Chief Okeke Congratulates Sen. Kalu On Resumption At Plenary, Calls Him “ACTION SENATOR”

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A chieftain of APC in Abia state, Chief Daniel Okeke has congratulated the Senate Chief Whip, Orji Uzor Kalu on the resumption of plenary at the National Assembly, called him an ACTION SENATOR.

Chief Okeke Congratulates Sen. Kalu On Resumption At Plenary
Chief Daniel Chimezie Okeke with Senator Orji Uzor Kalu

This is following Sen. Kalu’s release from Nigeria Correctional Service facility in Kuje, Abuja after the Supreme Court annulled his conviction by a federal high court in Lagos on allegation of embezzlement.

Also Read: Chief Dan Okeke Sends Note Of Quick Recovery To Gov. Ikpeazu

In a release on Wednesday, the Chairman/CEO Swiss Spirit Hotel Danag, Chief Okeke stated that though justice may be delayed but cannot be denied.

He said the reversal of Sen. Kalu’s wrongful conviction is a plus to the judiciary, adding that it has brought a ray of hope to others who may be suffering one form of oppression or the other.

According to Chief Okeke OUK is an ACTION SENATOR, and the resumption of Kalu, who is the senator representing Abia North in the Senate will usher in the continuation of effective representation of the people of the constituency.

He called on Abians and the entire Igbo race to continue offering support to the federal lawmaker and his colleagues from the Southeast for the overall good of the zone.

Nnamdi Kanu’s Hometown Boils, Community Wants Doris Uzumma Expelled, End To Police Intimidation (Photos+Video)

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Afaraukwu Ibeku, Umuahia North local government area of Abia state hometown of the Leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) was on Wednesday engulfed in heavy protest over what the community call police intimidation.

ABN TV gathered that the locals are accusing one Doris Uzumma of using the police and other security agencies to intimate them.

A source who spoke to our correspondent on the condition of anonymity also alleged that some land grabbers who engage in selling the community lands are fuelling the crisis in the community.

Describing Uzumma Doris as a settler, the community said they want her to vacate immediately.

ABN TV had brought you a report that Uzunma Doris was alleged to have obstructed the construction of road projects awarded by the state government.

She allegedly refused the offload of materials meant for the construction in a land she claims belongs to her.

All efforts to reach the Police spokesman in Abia State, Godfrey Ogbonna proved abortive

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Abia Records 14 New Cases Of COVID-19, Nears 100 Mark

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The Abia state COVID-19 cases on Tuesday hit 97 after 14 new cases were recorded, ABN TV reports.

The state a few days ago recorded about 67 cases which include the governor, Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu.

Abia is the second-highest in the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the South East after Ebonyi State.

Also Read: Ogah Wishes Ikpeazu Quick Recovery

With the new figure, it is expected that the state will exceed 100 marks in the number of confirmed cases in the coming days.

Mascot Uzor Kalu Mourns Tonimas CEO, Describes Him As Honest, Focused

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A stalwart of APC in Abia State, Hon. Mascot Uzor Kalu has expressed shock over the death of the Chief Executive Officer of Tonimas Petroleum, Chief Anthony Enukeme, the CEO

In a chat with newsmen, Hon. Mascot, the candidate of APC in the 2019 election for Aba North/South Federal Constituency described Late. Enukeme as a man who believed in hard work.

Also Read: Mascot Uzor Kalu Commiserates With Nnamdi Nwachukwu Over Father’s Death

While noting that he contributed to the welfare of humanity and the development of Nigeria at large, he added that the late business was focused and honest.

He urged family members of the Late Enukeme and all those affected by his demise to accept his death as the ultimate will of God.

Speaking further, Hon. Mascot expressed optimism that the soul of Chief Enukeme will find rest in the abode of the Lord and prayed God to continue blessing Nigeria with more good people like the Late Enukeme.

BREAKING: Nigeria Records 663 New COVID-19 Cases, Total Rises To 13464

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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 663 new cases of COVID-19 in the country, bringing the total number to 13,464.

The NCDC made the announcement on Tuesday night via its Twitter handle.

“On the 9th of June 2020, 663 new confirmed cases and 4 deaths were recorded in Nigeria. No new state has reported a case in the last 24 hours.

“Till date, 13464 cases have been confirmed, 4206 cases have been discharged and 365 deaths have been recorded in 35 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

“The 663 new cases are reported from 26 states; Lagos-170, Ogun-108, Bauchi-69, Ebonyi-49, Edo-33, Rivers-30, FCT-26, Jigawa-26, Delta-20, Anambra-17, Gombe-16, Kano-16, Imo-15, Abia-14, Borno-11, Oyo-11, Plateau-8, Kebbi-6, Kaduna-6, Ondo-4, Niger-2, Katsina-2, Osun-1, Ekiti-1, Kwara-1, Nasarawa-1,” it said.

See the breakdown of cases by states below;

Confirmed Cases by State

States Affected No. of Cases (Lab Confirmed) No. of Cases (on admission) No. Discharged No. of Deaths
Lagos 6,065 5,049 944 72
Kano 1,020 473 497 50
FCT 1,012 713 275 24
Ogun 471 272 186 13
Edo 462 322 115 25
Katsina 399 169 209 21
Oyo 398 279 112 7
Rivers 394 215 158 21
Kaduna 369 129 230 10
Borno 367 136 205 26
Bauchi 364 131 224 9
Jigawa 309 148 156 5
Gombe 246 101 135 10
Delta 175 117 50 8
Ebonyi 152 85 67 0
Kwara 143 79 63 1
Sokoto 129 14 101 14
Plateau 128 26 99 3
Nasarawa 113 77 31 5
Abia 93 86 7 0
Imo 83 64 19 0
Zamfara 76 0 71 5
Yobe 52 20 25 7
Osun 50 7 39 4
Anambra 46 42 3 1
Ondo 46 18 21 7
Niger 46 19 26 1
Akwa Ibom 45 28 15 2
Adamawa 42 4 34 4
Kebbi 41 8 29 4
Enugu 30 15 14 1
Ekiti 30 10 18 2
Bayelsa 30 10 17 3
Taraba 18 8 10 0
Benue 13 12 1 0
Kogi 3 3 0 0

BREAKING: Nigeria Records 663 New COVID-19 Cases, Total Rises To 13464

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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 663 new cases of COVID-19 in the country, bringing the total number to 13,464.

The NCDC made the announcement on Tuesday night via its Twitter handle.

“On the 9th of June 2020, 663 new confirmed cases and 4 deaths were recorded in Nigeria. No new state has reported a case in the last 24 hours.

“Till date, 13464 cases have been confirmed, 4206 cases have been discharged and 365 deaths have been recorded in 35 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

“The 663 new cases are reported from 26 states; Lagos-170, Ogun-108, Bauchi-69, Ebonyi-49, Edo-33, Rivers-30, FCT-26, Jigawa-26, Delta-20, Anambra-17, Gombe-16, Kano-16, Imo-15, Abia-14, Borno-11, Oyo-11, Plateau-8, Kebbi-6, Kaduna-6, Ondo-4, Niger-2, Katsina-2, Osun-1, Ekiti-1, Kwara-1, Nasarawa-1,” it said.

See the breakdown of cases by states below;

Confirmed Cases by State

States Affected No. of Cases (Lab Confirmed) No. of Cases (on admission) No. Discharged No. of Deaths
Lagos 6,065 5,049 944 72
Kano 1,020 473 497 50
FCT 1,012 713 275 24
Ogun 471 272 186 13
Edo 462 322 115 25
Katsina 399 169 209 21
Oyo 398 279 112 7
Rivers 394 215 158 21
Kaduna 369 129 230 10
Borno 367 136 205 26
Bauchi 364 131 224 9
Jigawa 309 148 156 5
Gombe 246 101 135 10
Delta 175 117 50 8
Ebonyi 152 85 67 0
Kwara 143 79 63 1
Sokoto 129 14 101 14
Plateau 128 26 99 3
Nasarawa 113 77 31 5
Abia 93 86 7 0
Imo 83 64 19 0
Zamfara 76 0 71 5
Yobe 52 20 25 7
Osun 50 7 39 4
Anambra 46 42 3 1
Ondo 46 18 21 7
Niger 46 19 26 1
Akwa Ibom 45 28 15 2
Adamawa 42 4 34 4
Kebbi 41 8 29 4
Enugu 30 15 14 1
Ekiti 30 10 18 2
Bayelsa 30 10 17 3
Taraba 18 8 10 0
Benue 13 12 1 0
Kogi 3 3 0 0

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