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Photos: Faye sworn in as Senegal’s first youngest president

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Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a left-wing pan-Africanist, was sworn in Tuesday as Senegal’s youngest president after sweeping to a first-round victory on a pledge of radical reform 10 days after he was released from prison. The 44-year-old has never before held an elected office but several African leaders attended the ceremony in the new town of Diamniadio, near the capital Dakar. “Before God and the Senegalese nation, I swear to faithfully fulfil the office of President of the Republic of Senegal,” Faye said before the gathered officials. He also vowed to “scrupulously observe the provisions of the Constitution and the laws” and to defend “the integrity of the territory and national independence, and to spare no effort to achieve African unity”. The formal handover of power with outgoing President Macky Sall will take place at the presidential palace in Dakar. Faye was among a group of political opponents freed from prison 10 days before the March 24 presidential ballot under an amnesty announced by Sall, who had tried to delay the vote. Faye’s campaign was launched while he was still in …

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APC suspends state women leader in Kaduna

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KADUNA- The Kaduna State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Badarawa/Malali ward has suspended Hajiya Maryam Mai-Rusau, the State Women leader for reportedly defending  former Gov. Nasir El-Rufai over the alleged recent controversy on the state’s huge debt. The suspension was contained in a letter co-signed by the Ward Chairman and Secretary, Ali Maishago and Zakka Bassahuwa, respectively and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Kaduna. It said: “The Badarawa/Malali Ward APC Executive Committee after due deliberations and careful examinations on the viral video clip released on 30th March, 2024 via social networks; Facebook, Whats-app, and Tiktok, which is against the constitution of our dear party, APC as stated in article 21.2 (v). “In view of the above, below are the gross misconducts where the subsequent suspension relied upon: “Defamation of the character of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kaduna State,  Malam Uba Sani. “Unauthorized publicity of the party’s dispute that discredited the personality of the Executive Governor of Kaduna State.” NAN recalls that Gov,;Uba Sani on Friday lamented the high debt profile he inherited from …

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Photos: My election is victory for Taraba, Northeast – Dr Hassan

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By Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo JALINGO – The Taraba State Chairman of Association of Local Government of Nigeria ALGON and Chairman of Jalingo Local government area, Dr Aminu Jauro Hassan has described his emergence as the National Welfare officer of the Association as a victory for Taraba State and the North East region as a whole. Hassan who is elected at the ongoing National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of ALGON holden at the Intercontinental Hotel (Sheraton) Abuja, as the new National ALGON Welfare Officer told journalists that the confidence reposed in him will not be taken for granted. “I want to appreciate all who had such confidence in me to support my election to this national position which underscores my dedication, profound commitment, and outstanding leadership acumen, my proven integrity and service within the organization. “Let me say that I do not take this for granted. It will inspire me to work even more for the good people of Jalingo Local government area, ALGON in Taraba, North East and indeed the nation at large. “It is a very good thing that …

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Omole OluSegun Omo-Osodi Celebrates With Christians Constituents At Easter, Advocates Peace

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By Our Reporter ABUJA – A leading Aspirant for Ilesa North -East Local Council Development Area, Honorable Omole Oluwasegun Omo-Osodi, has extended his heartfelt felicitations to Christian faithfùls in Ilesa North-East, Ijesa Land, Osun State and Nigeria at large as they join their brethren across the world with a call on them to imbibe the teachings of Jesus Christ. In his Easter message, Omole, charged Christian faithful to reflect on the genesis of the festival which is true love to mankind. As they mark this great occasion, he urged all Ijesas to reflect on the season’s significance. The Ijesa born journalist said; “Just as they celebrate Easter for Jesus’ victory over death on the cross and his resurrection that rekindles the hope of eternal life, they should also pray for the peace and prosperity of Nigeria. This occasion should bolster the hope of our nation’s triumph over the current challenges of nation-building and the imminence of better days. The Aspirant urged all Nigerians, particularly religious leaders and clerics, to pray for a peaceful coexistence in Nigeria. ”On this occasion, I …

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Notorious terrorists’ leader, fighters murdered in Zamfara

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Troops of the Nigerian Army have killed a notorious terrorists’ leader, Junaidu Fasagora and scores of his fighters in Zamfara State. The troops neutralized the terrorist and his cohorts on Wednesday during a counter insurgency operation in Tsafe general area of the state. A statement issued by the Nigerian Army via its official X handle revealed that Junaidu Fasagora and his terrorists’ group have long been responsible for a series of kidnappings and other terrorism activities across several states in the North West. According to the statement: “Nigerian Army troops deployed in Zamfara State for Counter terrorism Counter insurgency operations in the North West Region have neutralised a notorious terrorist leader, Junaidu Fasagora and scores of his fighters after a ferocious Artillery bombardment and ground battle in Tsafe general area of Zamfara State. “Junaidu Fasagora and his terrorists’ group have long been responsible for a series of kidnappings and other terrorism activities against the populace across several states in the North West. “Their elimination marks a crucial victory in the fight against terrorism and insurgency. “Troops remain committed to sustaining …

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Biden, Trump campaign across New York on Thursday

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A monster fundraiser for one, a tribute to a fallen police officer for the other, President Joe Biden and his predecessor Donald Trump will be on the campaign trail in New York on Thursday. The 81-year-old Democrat Biden will take part in a fundraising evening alongside two of his predecessors, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama. His campaign team has already announced a “historic” collection of more than $25 million. Late-night TV comic Stephen Colbert will host a debate between the three Democratic leaders. Singers Lizzo and Queen Latifah, among others, will perform at the event, to be held at Radio City Music Hall in midtown Manhattan in front of 5,000 people. The star-studded fundraiser is the first event of its kind to feature the three Democratic presidents. According to NBC News, guests can pay $100,000 for a photo with the trio. “The numbers don’t lie: today’s event is a massive show of force and a true reflection of the momentum to reelect the Biden-Harris ticket,” Jeffrey Katzenberg, the campaign’s chief fundraiser, said in a statement, referring to Vice President Kamala …

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Ondo APC governorship aspirant, Akintelure is dead

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One of the frontline governorship aspirants of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ondo State, Paul Akintelure, is dead. Until his death, Akintelure had raised worries about both direct and indirect threats to his life. He had expressed hope that the situation would improve over time. Akintelure, on Thursday, March 21, 2023, said, “Initially, I hope these incidents would dissipate over time, yet regrettably, they have escalated to pose a serious threat to my life. “The threats against me only strengthen my resolve to stand up for what is right and just. I will not allow fear to dictate our path forward. “Let us embrace peace, progress, and unity. Our collective strength lies in our standing together as one, regardless of our differences.” Recall Akintelure ran as the deputy governorship candidate of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) with Rotimi Akeredolu (the incumbent Ondo State governor) against Olusegun Mimiko, the then Labour Party flagbearer, who won the election. Earlier, he had contested the senatorial election against the Peoples Democratic Party candidate, but he was defeated. He was a medical doctor …

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PDP urges Lagos government to repel pension law for ex-governors, deputies

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LAGOS- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos state has applauded the Abia House of Assembly and Gov. Emmanuel Otti of the state for revoking the pension law for ex-governors and deputies, describing it as a step in the right direction. The state PDP chairman, Philip Aivoji, in an interview with journalists in Lagos on Monday, urged the Lagos state government to emulate Abia in the best interest of the state. Abia Assembly, on Tuesday, passed a bill to stop payment of pensions to former governors and their deputies in the state. The bill was titled: “A Bill (H.A.B 11:) for a Law to Revoke The Abia State Governors and Deputy Governors Pensions Law No 4 of 2001 and for other Matters connected therewith.” Consequently, Mr Otti, on Thursday, signed the bill into law, describing the new law as part of the efforts made to promote good governance in the state Reacting, Mr Aivoji, said while few states had made moves to repeal such law that granted pension to ex governors and deputies, many states had continued to be nonchalant …

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Ondo Guber: APC lawmakers endorse Gov. Aiyedatiwa

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ONDO- The All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmakers at the Ondo State House of Assembly have endorsed Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa as their preferred aspirant for the state Nov.16 governorship election. Olamide Oladiji, the speaker of the House said this when he spoke with journalists shortly after a closed-door meeting with the national working committee (NWC) of the party on Monday in Abuja. He said the meeting was to thank the party’s leadership for ensuring peace in the state after the death of Gov. Rotimi Akeredolu. Mr Oladiji lauded Abdullahi Ganduje, the APC national chairman, for playing a vital role in the return of peace to the state’s chapter. “If not for your intervention, we wouldn’t have been enjoying the peace we enjoy in Ondo APC today,” the speaker said. He added that the state’s lawmakers were in support of the party’s leadership and the President Bola Tinubu-led administration and would continue to work with it to achieve the Renewed Hope Agenda. He said that Mr Aiyedatiwa had been able to turn around things in the state within his few days on …

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Igbo can end marginalisation, gain political freedom by joining APC- Ganduje

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ABUJA- The Chairman of ruling All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, said the Igbo can end the marginalisation of their region and gain political freedom only by joining the ruling party. Mr Ganduje said Igbo were close to producing a president back in the 80s but for military takeover. “You know when your brother, Alex Ekwueme was the vice president to our brother, Shehu Shagari,” Mr Ganduje said at the Ifeanyi Ubah’s empowerment rally held at Nnewi, Anambra State on Friday. “The body language was there, and if not that the military struck, your son, Alex Ekwueme would have become the president.” The APC chairman further said that the Igbo could end marginalisation and gain political freedom by joining the ruling party.  “I tell you this story because the road to political freedom is to key into the ruling party, and once you do that, marginalisation would be a thing of the past,” Mr Ganduje said. Since Nigeria returned to democracy in 1999, South-East Nigeria, a region dominated by the Igbo, has not produced a president, though the Igbo are one …

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NLC members demand Abure’s removal as Labour Party chairman

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ABUJA- Members of the Nigeria Labour Congress picketed the Labour Party’s national office in Abuja on Wednesday, demanding the resignation of Julius Abure, who has been chairman.  The members, joined by some of their counterparts in the LP, chanted protest songs: “Abure is a thief,” demanding the sack of the 52-year-old politician who, until his appointment, was a lawyer and national secretary of the party.  The picketing was held nationwide as directed in a circular jointly signed by the chairman and secretary of the NLC Political Commission, Titus Amba, and Chris Uyot, who demanded the resignation or outright ousting of Mr Abure over what they described as “financial rascality and contempt of the union president, Joe Ajaero.” The protesters disrupted traffic in Abuja, they later entered the party’s building, where they asserted that Mr Abure could not lead the Labour Party’s national convention later this month.  Mr Abure, though backed by a recent court ruling as the authentic chair of the opposition party, is battling a raft of allegations, including administrative and financial malfeasance. The party’s suspended treasurer, so Oluchi …

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APC in diaspora asks Tinubu to intervene in UK chapter crisis

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ABUJA- The Committee of Diaspora Chairmen of the All Progressives Congress (CDC-APC) has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the brewing crisis over the conduct of election into the United Kingdom chapter. The call is contained in a statement jointly signed by Adesegun Labinjo and Bola Babarinde, the chairman and general secretary of the Committee, respectively, on Monday. According to the statement, the president’s speedy intervention is needed following an alleged election compromise into the UK diaspora chapter. The statement said if the situation is not checked, it might lead to unintended and unfavourable outcomes for the diaspora chapter and the party. “With the imminent catastrophe, the lasting solutions which we all yearn for may elude the chapter and other chapters in Diaspora,” it said. The statement also mentioned that the frosty relationship between CDC-APC and APC headquarters should end, adding that the diaspora chapters were not in competition with the party’s leadership. “We want to support and complement the party, and to leverage on the strength and spread of our supporters abroad, which is to be marshalled …

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APGA celebrates Gov. Soludo’s two-year anniversary in office

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ABUJA- The National Chairman, All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Sly Ezeokenwa, has congratulated Gov. Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra, on his two-year anniversary in office. Ezeokenwa, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr Tony Mbeki on Sunday in Abuja, congratulated Soludo. Ezeokenwa said that the two-year period under the visionary leadership of Soludo had been a significant chapter in the annals of Anambra’s journey towards achieving a livable and prosperous state. He described Soludo as the embodiment of the aspirations and prayers of the people of Anambra. He also described him as a veritable angel sent to shepherd the state into an era of unprecedented growth and development. “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. Ezeokenwa said that the two years of Soludo’s administration had significantly impacted the socio-economic landscape of Anambra State. This cuts across different sectors, including …

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Alleged N84bn fraud: Declare Yahaya Bello wanted now – Okai tells EFCC

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The House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/Bassa in the 2023 elections, Usman Okai, on Saturday called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to declare former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello wanted over the misappropriation of funds. Okai also issued a fervent call to safeguard the interests of the people of Kogi State regarding the misappropriation of funds by Bello. He said despite the arduous task of protecting the state, it is imperative not to overlook the plight of civil servants grappling with the repercussions of fiscal misdeeds. Recall that on August 31, 2021, Justice Tijani Garba Ringim, a vacation judge, had ordered the freezing of the account following an ex-parte application filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The anti-graft agency, in a 13-paragraph affidavit in support of the ex-parte application, had stated that it received credible and direct intelligence, which led to the tracing of funds reasonably suspected to be proceeds of unlawful activities in an account No. 0073572696 domiciled in Sterling Bank Plc with the name Kogi State Salary Bailout Account. Moving the application …

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‘Carry your cross’ – FCT minister Wike gives reasons for backing off from PDP activities

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A former Governor of Rivers State and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike has insisted he is still a member of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. This is despite the threats to expel him from the main opposition party. Wike fell out with the PDP hierarchy in the run-up to the 2023 presidential election. He had insisted the party maintain its internal power-sharing formula by zoning the presidential ticket to southern Nigeria. He then worked for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), leading to the emergence of President Bola Tinubu, who later appointed him as a minister. “I am a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP),” he said during a media parley with selected journalists in Abuja. “Have you ever seen me change anything? Wike has been absent from major meetings of the PDP and has not been seen campaigning for them in the recent off-cycle elections, he does not regret his action. “The one I supported before, what happened? I have decided to take a break. As you see me now, everybody …

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