Nigerian footballer "Akeem Omolade" Found Dead in His Car in Italy

Nigerian footballer and former Torino striker, Akeem Omolade, 39, was found dead in his car in Italy just days after complaining of pain in his legs.

Emergency services found him unresponsive in a Peugeot in Sicily's capital Palermo on Monday, June 13.

Initial examination showed no obvious external injuries. Omolade's family said the Kaduna-born player had complained of leg pains days before.

The Nigerian represented the Maroons in Serie A, Italy's top flight, between 2001-2003, making five appearances in total.

Omolade also represented 11 other clubs in the country, including Treviso, Novara, and Reggiana before his retirement in 2017.

Torino said in a statement: 'President Urbano Cairo and all of Torino Football Club sincerely share in the Omolade family's grief at the passing of our former player Akeem Omolade.

'Signed from Treviso, he first played in our youth side and then for the first team, making his Serie A debut against Inter Milan on February 2, 2003.

'The entire Torino family sends its deepest sympathies to his loved ones, his parents, and his many friends.'

'Omolade spoke out against racism after being targeted by a group of the club's 'ultras'.

Breaking: Atiku ‘picks’ Senator Ifeanyi Okowa as running mate

As 2023 general election draws near, the camp of the presidential candidate of Nigeria’s main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has narrowed down on one person for consideration as running mate, morenews360.blogspot.com reports.

According to sources, Atiku’s backers are concluding talks on Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa for the position of the vice president.

Barring any last minute-change, Okowa would be unveiled as the running mate of the frontline contender for the 2023 presidency.

Okowa

This newspaper learned that Atiku is more comfortable with the Delta State governor considering the role he played during the party’s presidential primary two weeks ago.

Meanwhile, the report of a PDP committee, comprising governors, members of the National Working Committee (NWC) and the Board of Trustees (BoT), constituted to search for a suitable running mate is expected to be ready today (Tuesday).

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed June 17 as the deadline for the submission of candidates for the presidential positions.

Breaking: Tinubu’s likely to review his running mate today

There are strong indications that the governing All Progressives Congress (APC) may settle for the Plateau State Governor, Solomon Lalong, as running mate to its presidential candidate, Ahmed Tinubu, in the 2023 elections.

Lalong has been described as “a cool-headed politician who is not motivated by tribal or religious sentiments.”

The Plateau State Governor has also been described as “the only governor whose approach to the security situation in the state has helped to calm frayed nerves, and ensured return to normalcy.”

Party Chieftain and convener of Northern Conscience for 2023 (NCF’2023), Dr Garus Gololo, in a chat on Saturday in Abuja, said that “Lalong is the first Governor in Plateau State to give a Muslim the chance at beginning the local government Chairman of Plateau North.

He said that the APC needs to win the presidential elections earlier. And if it picks anybody besides him, I don’t see the chances of the party making it.”

According to him, “with Tinubu and Lalong, the APC is sure of putting Atiku and Kwankwaso where they belong to.”

The party Chieftain also criticised moves in some quarters to pair the party’s flag bearer with the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, adding that “I am from Bauchi and I will not vote for Yakubu Dogara. We know the problems there. His local government had to be moved from Tafawa Balewa to Gununu.

“So you don’t expect that person to be Vice President and you expect to have peace. Or is it Boss Mustapha; what’s his political currency?

They said that he’ll go for Babachir Lawal. Though the court gave him a clean bill of Health, the masses still believe that he has baggage on him. For this, they’ll not vote for him. So, let’s not waste our time.”

On the governorship elections in Bauchi State, Dr Gololo opted for Former Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, insisting that “he is a man of the grassroots.”

He further urged the Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed “to concentrate on other endeavours besides contesting for the governorship again, seeing his failed presidential bid.”

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BREAKING: INEC Rejects Akpabio As APC Senatorial Candidate, Recognizes Contender

INEC has rejected Akpabio as APC senatorial candidate.

Morenews360.blogspot.com reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rejected the primaries which produced Godswill Akpabio as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in Akwa Ibom North West senatorial district.

Akpabio, who stepped down for Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, Presidential Candidate of the ruling party, at the convention of the ruling party, was declared winner of a senatorial primary conducted on Thursday.

The State APC Chairman, Mr Stephen Ntukekpo, had said he was directed by the party at the national level to carry out a re-run over alleged infractions.

According to the result of the rerun senatorial primary election, Akapbio emerged winner with 478 votes, while DIG Ekpo Udom (rtd), who won the first primary, secured just three votes.

But speaking with Daily Trust in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital, on Sunday, the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Akwa Ibom State, Mr Mike Igini, said the commission would only recognise the winner of the primaries monitored by INEC.

He denied the claim that the commission monitored the re-run APC senatorial primaries, where Akpabio emerged winner.

“The primaries was concluded on the 27th of last month, so I don’t know what you are talking about. The one that was conducted was monitored by INEC and the report has been submitted to Abuja.

The REC also affirmed that the APC has no governorship candidate in the state, saying the governorship primary where Mr Akanimo Udofia emerged winner was not monitored by INEC.

Breaking: APGA picks vice presidential candidate

2023: APGA picks vice presidential candidate

By Emma Elekwa, Onitsha On Jun 12, 2022

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The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has nominated its vice presidential candidate for the 2023 general elections. He is Abdullahi Muhammed Koli.

A former Anambra Chief Judge Prof Peter Umeadi emerged the party’s presidential candidate.

A statement by Peter Umeadi Campaign Organisation on Sunday made available to our correspondent in Awka, Anambra State, said Koli was a frontline labour inion activist and social crusader who led many struggles for the welfare of Nigerian workers as chairman of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Bauch State from 1999 to 2002.

The statement reads partly: ” Ahead of the June 17th deadline set by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for submission of party candidates to the INEC online portal, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in the 2023 general election, Prof Peter Umeadi has nominated Comrade Abdullahi Muhammed Koli as his vice presidential candidate( running mate)

“A release by Peter Umeadi Campaign Organisation says Comrade Muhammed Koli is a frontline labour Union activist and social crusader who has led many struggles for the welfare of Nigerian workers in his capacity as Chairman of Nigeria Labour Congress NLC, in Bauch State from 1999 to 2002.”

Umeadi, a Prof of laws at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka,(Enugu campus), had promised to leverage his background as a legal practitioner to reposition the country where the rule of law would prevail, noting that Nigerians deserved a better country.

CHIEF OF ARMY STAFF COMMISSIONS ULTRAMODERN CLASSROOMS AT NIGERIAN ARMY SCHOOL OF MILITARY POLICE BASAWA ZARIA

CHIEF OF ARMY STAFF COMMISSIONS ULTRAMODERN CLASSROOMS AT NIGERIAN ARMY SCHOOL OF MILITARY POLICE BASAWA ZARIA

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya, on 11 June 2022, Commissioned four blocks of 12 Classrooms with eight offices and also inspected ongoing projects in the school. Amongst these projects were the Nigerian Army School of Military Police Headquarters block, remodelled students canteen, and renovated block of classrooms, among others.

The COAS, in his quest for climate amelioration, assisted the Principal Staff Officers of Army Headquarters in flagging off the tree planting exercise for an eco-friendly environment.

The commissioning is one outcome of the COAS maiden visit to the School on 7 October 2021. The Basawa Community has been in awe of a series of renovations, remodelling and construction of modern edifices in NASMP and Basawa Barracks.

The COAS also visited the NASMP K9 wing of the School on a guided tour, where he witnessed some impressive displays by the dog handlers and their locally bred four-month-old dogs.

During the events were principal Staff Officers from Army Headquarters, Commanders of formations and units, Commandants from training institutions, Staff Officers and Instructors of the School, amongst others.

Dan Satch Takes the lead as Oriental Brothers returns into the highlife music industry

Dan Satch Takes the lead as Oriental Brothers returns into the highlife music industry Anew, shares brand new pictures.

Ferdinand Dan-Satch Chukwuemeka Opara has started a movement of reviving the 'long-faded' Oriental Brothers Band again.

Dan Satch had made a lot of efforts recently while trying to come back to light of recognition, which appears somehow unachieveable.

In recent a publication by the NicheNg platform, Dan Satch said he is the founder of Oriental Brothers.
" I am the founder of Oriental Brothers, Dan-Satch Emeka Opara. Other members of my band, those who are still alive, are still around. Ichita and Warrior are now late. We are still playing. We are still playing with members of the group. But nobody is controlling the piracy business."

Meanwhile, ALLmusic (another platform) had deemed the publication to be inaccurate.

According to ALLmusic, they wrote:
""The original Oriental Brothers were formed by Godwin Kabaka Opara with his brothers Ferdinand Dan Satch Emeka Opara, Christogonous Ezebuiro "Warrior" Obinna, and Kabaka Opara, along with Nathaniel "Mangala" Ejiogu, Hybrilious Dkwilla' Alaraibe, and Prince Ichita. Ejiogu died shortly before the band's success. The first split within the group occurred in 1977 when founding members F. Dan Satch Opara and Prince Ichita left to start their own bands under the Oriental Brothers moniker. ""

Dan Satch has also blamed the IGBO people for what he calls " lack of respect and recognition" , claiming that they comforted the IGBOs during the war in 1967, and that they need to be recognized as idols. ".

Governor Ifeanyi Okowa called on people in authority to use their positions to make the lives of the people they lead better

Today, Governor Ifeanyi Okowa called on people in authority to use their positions to make the lives of the people they lead better.

Governor Okowa stated this during a Thanksgiving Service for the 3rd anniversary of the 7th Assembly of the Delta State House of Assembly at the Living Faith Church, Asaba.

"It is God that allows us to be where we are in positions of authority. We must therefore use our positions to better the lives of our people and add value to Deltans who gave us the mandate to represent them in our various constituencies," Governor Okowa said

Breaking: Atiku To Lists Okowa, Wike, Udom For Running Mate As Bola Tinubu Gives PDP Fresh Headache Over N/West, S/West

The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar has reportedly submitted three names of his possible running mate to leaders of the main opposition party to select from.

Naija News reports that the PDP must submit the name of its presidential candidate and running mate to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) before the deadline set for June 17.

It was gathered that Governors Nyesom Wike, Ifeanyi Okowa and Udom Emmanuel of Rivers, Delta and Akwa Ibom States respectively made the list.

But sources disclosed that Atiku, a former Nigerian Vice-President, is favourably disposed to the choice of Okowa, a medical doctor serving his second term as the governor.

“Atiku will consult very well. He has met with the governors on the platform of the party; he has met with members of the national caucus, the PDP Governors’ Forum, members of the National Executive Committee, and even former presidents and heads of state,” a top source told The PUNCH.

“The leadership of the party asked him to bring three names that he thinks he could work with and he did, which are the names people have been mentioning everywhere; Wike, Okowa and Udom Emmanuel. But I think he prefers Okowa. He (Okowa) is believed to have the support of the majority of the governors, including those from the South-East and South-South, where he hails from.

“The preference for him is also strategic. Following the need to carry along the South-East people, Okowa is Igbo from the Igbo part of Delta State. He is calm, a medical doctor and does not insult or fight people, including his colleagues. Even during campaigns, he’s not the type to speak ill of fellow aspirants or candidates.

“Therefore, it’s not likely that there will be any major opposition to his choice. Like I said, he is Igbo and he will create that needed balance between the South-South and the South-East. The Igbo will support him and people in the South-South will also support him.”

The source, who was privy to some of the meetings held over the issue, disclosed that some PDP governors are not in favour of Wike becoming Atiku’s running mate.

The source claimed that some governors frustrated the move to make him the running mate because they feel he is too powerful.

“But in all honesty, you need someone like Wike to win the election.

“He can fight dirty and can pull the crowd. But some of the governors, who form a powerful and influential bloc in the party, feel otherwise and you cannot dismiss their views,” the source said.

The Bola Tinubu factor

The highly-placed revealed that some stakeholders are considering picking a running mate from the South-West to challenge the emergence of Bola Tinubu.

The source said PDP stakeholders are saying it will be dangerous for the party to totally ignore the South-West, because North-West, which has the highest votes, may give Tinubu that advantage.

“Now, people are saying if a Christian from the South-West is Atiku’s running mate, it will affect Tinubu’s votes in the region, because running with a Muslim/Muslim ticket will spark outrage from Pentecostal Christians and that will affect his votes among even the northern Christians. It will also affect him in the South-South. That is the argument. So, the PDP cannot also ignore the South-Wes

Breaking: Sadio Mane Officially Pens The Deal

Senegal international and Liverpool forward Sadio Mane has signed the deal which sees him being appointed the brand ambassador of Orange Sonatel.

Orange Sonatel is a telecommunications service provider which has its headquarters in Dakar, Senegal.

The service provider is also involved in the construction of fibre optic networks in Africa and manages 2,200 kilometres of fibre cable in Senegal.

The Liverpool forward took to his Instagram account to announce this deal writing:

The adventure continues with Sonatel Orange. Very happy to be the ambassador for this champion brand in the field. Together To Accomplish Great Things!!

Democracy Day: You read same speech every year, make empty promises – Shehu Sani to Buhari

Shehu Sani, a former federal lawmaker and sociopolitical activist, has observed that President Muhammadu Buhari’s 2022 Democracy Day speech was exactly the same he had delivered in previous years.

According to Sani, the President’s speech is coated with empty promises just as those of previous years

One of the key points of Buhari’s speech was when the President said he lived daily in grief and worry over victims of terrorists attacks in Nigeria and this was not the first time he has expressed grief over the security situation of the country with little or nothing done to bring it under control.

Buhari concluded his speech, being his very last as President, by further assuring of his commitment to protect Nigeria and Nigerians from all enemies from within and outside.

He also promised Nigerians a free, fair and transparent electoral process come 2023.

And in reacting, the former lawmaker, who represented Kaduna Central Senatorial District at the Senate, tweeted, “The President’s democracy day speech is not different from all his previous speeches,other than this one is the last; full of assurances and promises and empty in delivery.Anyway,this time he was shy to blame ‘16 years of misrule’.”

We Won't Give Anyone Money to Vote for Peter Obi - Campaign DG

If you thought the Labour Party and her presidential candidate Peter Obi cannot compete favourably with the big wigs in Nigeria's political space, then you may need to have a rethink.

This is because the Director-General of the party's presidential campaign, Dr. Doyin Okupe has poured cold water on suggestions they lack the financial muscle to prosecute a successful election. 

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Ireti Bakare-Yusuf on Danfo Conversations, Okupe revealed the party's plans to win. 

For him, the party has "worked it out."

"With the headship like Peter Obi, and while APC and PDP may be spending 200 billion, we don't need to spend more than a third.

"This is going to be a people's party," he said. 

While further disclosing the numbers needed for the campaign, the former presidential aspirant also quelled suggestions of vote-buying and a lack of structures by the party. 

"Labour itself probably has more than 35 to 40 million people who are eligible to vote as members.

"We are not going to give anybody money to vote for Peter Obi, people are ready to put their own money out to make sure that Peter Obi wins," he said. 

Okupe sheds more light on how the party plans to ensure victory in the 2023 elections. Watch the video to find out what he had to say.

June 12: President Buhari’s 2022 Democracy Day Speech

President Muhammadu Buhari on the occasion of Nigeria’s Democracy Day celebration addressed citizens of the country in a nationwide broadcast monitored by AllNews Nigeria.

The broadcast which was done today been

Sunday , June 12 is part of activities marking Nigeria's Democracy day.

June 12: President Buhari’s Speech On 2022 Democracy Day

Fellow Nigerians, Today, June the 12th  marks another Democracy Day anniversary and an occasion to celebrate freedom and unity of our Nation.

2. From 1999, we consistently celebrated Democracy Day to mark the end of military rule and the return of power and control into the hands of those freely elected by the people. On this day, Nigerians recommit themselves to ensuring we protect and preserve the ideals of democracy.

3. In 2018, we moved Democracy Day from 29th of May to the 12th of June. This change was to remind all Nigerians of one free election after which the presumed winner along with Nigerians were denied their rights and their choice.

4. On June 12th 1993, Nigerians saw the best in our citizens as we all went out to vote peacefully. By June 24th 1993, we also saw the worst of our leadership as the elections were annulled.

5. We must never forget the sacrifices of the heroes of Nigeria’s democracy during 1993. Their patriotism and peaceful struggle should guide our actions especially when it comes to electing our leaders and holding them accountable, now and in future.

6. Fellow Nigerians this is my last Democracy Day speech as your President. By June 12th, 2023, exactly one year from today, you will already have a new President. I remain committed and determined to ensure that the new President is elected through a peaceful and transparent process.

7. It is important for all of us to remember that June 12th, 2023 will be exactly 30 years from the 1993 Presidential elections. In honour and memory of one of our national heroes for democracy, Chief M.K.O Abiola, GCFR, we must all work together to ensure this transition is done in a peaceful manner.

8. I am hopeful that we can achieve this. The signs so far are positive. Recently, all registered political parties conducted primaries to select their candidates for the 2023 general elections.

9. These primaries were peaceful and orderly. Those who won were magnanimous in their victories. Those who lost were gracious in defeat. And those aggrieved opted to seek judicial justice as opposed to jungle justice.

10. I followed the party primaries closely from the state level to the Presidential level. I was very impressed to see across all the political parties that, most candidates ran issued based campaigns. The language and tone throughout were on the whole measured and controlled.

11. Another positive that came from the 2022 party primaries was the significant increase in women and youth particularly across all parties. I was very pleased to see this development. This augurs well for the future. These trends clearly show the level of maturity our democracy has achieved in the last 23 years.

12. As we move into the general election campaign season, we must sustain this mature attitude to campaigning and ultimately, voting. We must never see it as a “do or die” affair. We must all remember democracy is about the will of the majority. There must be winners and losers.

13. I will therefore take this opportunity on this very special day to ask all candidates to continue running issue focused campaigns and to treat opponents with dignity. As leaders, you must all showcase high character and never forget that the world is watching us and Africa looks up to Nigeria to provide example in governance. The tone you set at the top will surely be replicated in your followers.

14. For the voters, I am pleased to inform you that in the last 7 years, our government across all tiers, has made significant investments to reform and enhance our electoral laws, systems, and processes to safeguard your votes.

15. The Executive, Legislature and Judiciary were and still remain united and committed to ensure these reforms are fully implemented in the 2023 general elections. Fellow Nigerians, your right to choose your government will be preserved and protected.

16. I know many of us are concerned with the rise in insecurity due to terrorist activities in parts of the country. As a government, we are working hard to contain and address these challenges. And ensure that the 2023 general elections are safe and secure for all Nigerians.

17. To achieve this however, we must all contribute. It is not the job of government alone. I ask all citizens to support and cooperate with our security agencies by reporting any suspicious characters and activities to law enforcement agencies. We can only have a safe country if we are able to prevent crime not after the crime has been committed.

18. On this special day, I want us all to put all victims of terrorist activities in our thoughts and prayers.  I am living daily with the grief and worry for all those victims and prisoners of terrorism and kidnapping. I and the security agencies are doing all we can to free those unfortunate countrymen and countrywomen safely.

19. For those who have lost their lives, we will continue to seek justice for their families against the perpetrators. For those currently in captivity, we will not stop until they are freed, and their kidnappers are brought to justice. If we all unite, we will be victorious against these agents of terror and destruction.

20. We have reformed some of our security structures. Some of the defence assets we procured three years ago have arrived and have been deployed.

21. Our cyber security and surveillance systems are being upgraded to further enhance our ability to track and trace criminal elements. We are also recruiting and training new personnel across all our security and intelligence agencies to strengthen the country’s over-all security.

22. I will conclude this Democracy Day speech, my last as President, by assuring you of my commitment to protect Nigeria and Nigerians from all enemies from within and outside.

23. I am also promising you a free, fair and transparent electoral process. And I am pleading with all citizens to come together and work with Government to build a peaceful and prosperous nation. 

24. God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria. 

Breaking: NNPP’s Kwankwaso Speaks On Stepping Down For Atiku, Tinubu

The presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has denied reports of plans to drop his ambition to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari.

Naija News understands that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar is reportedly planning to meet with Kwankwaso and Labour Party’s Peter Obi over a proposed alliance to defeat the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Bola Tinubu.

But speaking to The PUNCH, Kwankwaso said he won’t step down for anyone.

While insisting that he would emerge victorious in the 2023 election, Kwankwaso said the Kwankwasiyya Movement is popular nationwide.

Any Igbo Man That Votes Another party is Not a Genuine Igbo Man—Labour Party’s Splendour Eze

The Governorship flag bearer of Labour Party (LP) Ebonyi State, in the 2023 general election, Mr. Splendour Eze, has stated that any person that will not vote Dr. Peter Obi in next year’s election is not a genuine Igbo man.

Mr. Eze, who said this after he emerged as the Governorship candidate of Labour Party, LP, Ebonyi State, on Thursday evening at the Party’s primary election, that took place along Old Enugu road, opposite Grand Arena, Abakaliki. There, he observed that it was time for Ndigbo to rally round Dr. Obi for the realisation of a Presidency of Igbo extraction.

While delivering his acceptance speech, the Ebonyi State Governorship candidate of LP explained that the emergence of Dr. Peter Obi as the presidential candidate of the Party was a divine arrangement that benefit the nation as a whole.

“Labour Party is an Igbo political party. Any Igbo man that votes another party is not a genuine Igbo man. We are sick and tired of manipulation and marginalization in all front.

Prophet Ebugod Congratulate Comrade Amb Hector Nnadi on his Birthday

The founder of Ebugod Movement and Family Prayer Ministry "Pastor Oluebube Sunday Monyeazor" Popularly known as "Prophet Ebugod" has taken to his social media page to congratulate Comrade Amb Hector Nnadi on his Birthday. 

Oluebube while wishing Amb Hector well, also described the Owerri born aviation expert as his "Brother and mentor". Prophet Ebugod once said that Amb Hector Nnadi is one of his most reliable family member. Who never turn his back on any of their family needs. He also said that during when he (Ebugod) was still in active stand up comedy, that Amb Hector Nnadi was his first sponsor. 

The prophet prayed that God should beautify the life of his elder brother more he said"

2023 Presidential Election: Umahi Weeps For Ndigbo, Disowns Ohanaeze President-General

The Executive Governor of Ebonyi State, Engineer Chief David Nweze Umahi, has decried the high level of betrayal displayed by delegates from four southeast states of Abia, Anambra, Enugu and Imo, during the just concluded All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary election.

Umahi, who took out time to express his displeasure during the maiden matriculation ceremony of the David Umahi Federal University of Medical Sciences, Uburu, said it was a very big shame to the Igbos not to make a statement with their delegates.

Governor Umahi thanked Ebonyi delegates both in the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and All Progressives Congress (APC) from Ebonyi State, for promoting the interest of Ebonyi people.

The Governor added that he was disappointed with the attitude of the President-General of Ohanaeze, George Obiozor, saying that despite his efforts to make delegates of Igbo extraction to vote for their own during the presidential election, he was still disappointed.

He said, “Let me first deviate a little before I come to what we are doing today. Ebonyi people are wonderful people. It will not be good for me not to take out time to express my gratitude to you after the presidential primary election.

“The presidential election was an eye opener to Ebonyi State. I thank God that through your support we had a victory. We decided to contest so that the Igbo people would not say that we do not have qualified people.

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“The Igbo man has five states and we should be asking why. Is there any fairness? Other states have 40 to 50 local government areas. How do you expect an Igbo man to win? But the worst is the attitude of delegates from the southeast. I met with delegates from southeast and begged them to vote for any aspirants from southeast and by doing so we will make a statement.

“Only Ebonyi people in PDP stood for both the PDP and APC. It is a very big shame that our people are crying over marginalisation. I am ashamed of the President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo. He can no longer be my president. It is a very big shame every Igbo man should be weeping for himself. And let me warn the youths in Ebonyi State that those leaders selling us out should not be considered our leaders again.

“You talk about marginalisation and Biafra and I continue to say that Ebonyi State cannot be part of Biafra. I weep for our leaders. There is no amount of lobbying that did not come for me, but I continue to say it is an Igbo man.

“Anyone that comes against the Ebonyi people, I will fight in public to protect the integrity of Ebonyi man. We must aspire and the kingdom of darkness cannot hold Ebonyi down. We have a fighting spirit and we have nothing to be afraid of. When honourable people are needed in the southeast, they will look for Ebonyi people”, he assured.

2023 Presidency: Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso will split PDP votes – Uche Secondus

It is no longer news that former Anambra state governor, Peter Obi has joined the Labour Party after resigning from the People Democratic Party. 

Obi who is now aspiring the office of the president under Labour party is believe to be a threat to PDP’s bid to reclaim power from the ruling party.

Former National Chairman of the PDP, Prince Uche Secondus, told punchng.com that there is need for the party to secure the majority votes of the South. According to him the exit of Obi as well as Rabiu Kwankwaso could affect PDP chances in the two regions.

According to him, the outcome of the 2019 election is an indication that the party needs to work hard and secure more votes this time around.

“People Democratic Party has prospects in the state, which is why it has to do what is necessary to get the maximum possible from the state.” Punch Newspaper quoted Secondus as saying.

“PDP will need the cooperation of the two gentlemen to remain popular and win these states.” he added.

2023: List Of Likely Contenders To Consider As Tinubu’s Running Mate

The APC national leader defeated 13 other presidential hopefuls at the APC primary election held at the Eagle Square to clinch the party’s ticket.

 

Candidates who are likely to become Bola Tinubu's running mate have been unveiled.

 

Recall that Tinubu yesterday emerged as the Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

 

He coasted to victory by defeating 13 other presidential aspirants at the APC primary election held at the Eagle Square to clinch the party’s ticket with 1,271 votes.

 

Following his emergence, the search for a running mate has now began.

 

It is likely that Tinubu will choose his running mate from the North, however, the issue of religion will play a key factor in the political decision.

 

Tinubu who is a Muslim is likely to pick a Christian. However, the choice of Christian partner from the north is becoming a huge task.

 

Many believe he cannot run a Muslim-Muslim ticket.

 

Well, analysts have picked the names below as individuals he's likely to choose:

 

Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha

Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State

Governor Atiku Bagudu of Kebbi State

Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State

Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State

Governor Abubakar Badaru of Jigawa State

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State

Malam Kashim Ibrahim-Imam

Nigeria’s Elections: List Of The Presidential Candidates For 2023 Presidency So Far

Some of the political parties in Nigeria have conducted their presidential primary elections.

June 9, 2022, was the deadline set by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, for completion of primaries and submission of presidential candidates.

The ruling All Progress Congress, APC, chose its candidate, in the person of the Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who emerged winner of the presidential primaries held at Eagles Square, Abuja.

Tinubu defeated his closest challenger and former Governor of Rivers State, Chibuike Amaechi and Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and was handed the party’s flag by President Muhammadu Buhari.

The main opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, had a week earlier, elected former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar as its presidential candidate.

The Labour Party, LP, also has former Anambra State Governor, Dr. Peter Obi, as its candidate.

This is the list of all presidential candidates so far in the country after completion of presidential primaries:

- Prince Malik Ado-Ibrahim (YPP)

- Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso (NNPP)

- Omoyele Sowore (AAC)

- Peter Obi (LP)

- Prince Adewole Adebayo (SDP)

- Kola Abiola (PRP)

- Asiwaju Bola Tinubu (APC)

- Atiku Abubakar (PDP)

- Dumebi Kachikwu (ADC)

Breaking News: Mass Exodus Hit Kebbi APC as 8 House of Assembly members dump APC for PDP

A total of 8 lawmakers have dumped the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC for the Opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Kebbi State.

POLITICS NIGERIA learned that 5 members of the National Assembly and 3 members of the state house of Assembly are now in the PDP.

It was gathered that the mass defection was caused by the manner with which the ruling party conducted its primary elections in the state.

Several key members of the party and stakeholders were seriously disgruntled with the results of the primaries. Those that defected include;

Senator Adamu Aliero (Kebbi Central)

Senator Yahaya Abdullahi (Kebbi North) Senatorial District,

Senator Yahaya Abdullahi (Senate leader)

Mohammed Umar Jega(Reps Member, Aliero/Jega/Gwandu)

Abdullahi Zumbo (Reps Member, Dandi/Arewa)

Habibu Labbo (State House)

Ismaila Bui (State House)

Mohammed Buhari Aliero (State House)

An Ondo State High Court has sentenced three out of four suspected killers of the 58-year-old daughter of the national leader of the Yoruba socio-political group, Mrs Funke Olakunri, to death by hanging.

An Ondo State High Court has sentenced three out of four suspected killers of the 58-year-old daughter of the national leader of the Yoruba socio-political group, Mrs Funke Olakunri, to death by hanging.

The three suspects, Muhammed Shehu Usman, Adamu Adamu, and Lawal Mazaje were convicted by Justice Williams Olamide for conspiracy to murder, kidnapping and armed robbery, while the fourth defendant, Auwalu Abubakar, 25, was discharged and acquitted for conspiracy.

Recall that the police also alleged that the suspects also murdered one Ogunbiyi Matthew aged 65 and also kidnapped one Gerald Igboayaka the same day Funke Olakunri was murdered along Ore-ljebu Ode Expressway on July 12, 2019.

Hon. Engr. Ikenna Elezieanya (Memeber representing Owerri Federal House) gives account of his Three Years in Office.

On the Eleventh day of June 2019, I was officially sworn in as a member of the Federal House of Representatives, Representing Owerri federal constituency, today makes it exactly 3 years.

Within this 3 years I have been able to attract 8 different roads, which 4 has been completed, 4 are still ongoing, I have attracted the construction of over 15 classrooms, 9 solar powered boreholes, 3 phases of empowerment, all across the communities that made up Owerri Federal Constituency. I have sponsored Bills and Moved Motions.
I'm committed to the course of giving my people quality and effective representation, I'm are not done yet, with the support of my people I will do more.

Senator Uche Congratulate Anambra State Senators

3 YEARS IN OFFICE: WE'VE ACHIEVED TOGETHER, LETS DO MORE.

Umunnem Ndi Anambra Central,

On this day three years ago, particularly on the 11th of June 2019, the 9th Senate was inaugurated and I took the oath of office to represent you at the hallowed chambers of the Nigerian Senate - a privilege I can never take for granted.

These past three years hav

e afforded me the rare opportunity of contributing greatly to the development of our Senatorial District and Anambra state at large.

From day one, I set out with a clear vision and purpose which is to be a strong voice in the Senate as well as use the instrumentality of legislation to better the lives of constituents.

The primary purpose of the legislature is to make laws for peace, order and good governance. As legislators we are empowered by law to discharge three basic functions: lawmaking, oversight and representation. These tripartite functions are designed to ensure that while we serve the nation, we are also in a position to attract developmental projects and programmes that will make tangible impact on the lives of our constituents.

On 20th April, 2022, we held our annual stakeholders briefing/town hall meeting in line with our commitment to offer accountable and effective representation. Delivering my address at that auspicious event, I listed some of our achievements in the last three years (See Address: https://bit.ly/3zoLEBI). The event afforded us the opportunity to once again interact with constituents and give account of the mandate you have bestowed on us.

Having served you meritoriously for the last three years leading to my emergence as the candidate of the Official Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Nigeria for the 2023 general elections, I urge you to stand with me and continue to support my quest to transform our Senatorial District.

Let your decision on who will represent our Senatorial District be guided by the antecedents and track record of the individuals who seek your votes as no one can give what he or she does not have.

The contest is not about who will be addressed as Distinguished Senator, but about who has the capacity and competence to attract projects and initiatives that will improve the lots of our people. I want to assure you that I will continue to strive to offer a representation that will improve your lives and that of our children.

Umunnem, it has been a great privilege to serve you in these past years - one that I'm immensely grateful for. While I thank you for your continuous support and encouragement, I remain grateful to God Almighty who has given us the grace to accomplish what we have achieved thus far.

Finally, I wish to reiterate my commitment to purposeful representation and pledge to continue to work hard to fulfill my promises to you. With your support, we shall consolidate on our achievements and take Anambra Central Senatorial District to greater heights.

May God bless you all.

I remain your Chief Servant,
- Senator Uche Ekwunife, PhD (IYOM

2023: I’ve Chosen My Running Mate – Tinubu

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2023: I’ve Chosen My Running Mate – Tinubu

By Sunny Nzere- June 10, 20220

Asiwaju Bola Tinubu

The All Progressives Congress, APC, presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu has said that he already has a running mate for the 2023 presidential election.

Tinubu made this known while speaking to state house correspondents after being hosted by President Muhammadu Buhari at the State House, Abuja, on Thursday night.

When asked who his running mate will be, the former Lagos governor replied saying, “I won’t tell you that. That is my right. It’s in my pocketbook.”

Although it’s not yet confirmed, there are speculations that he might pick a running mate from among the Northern governors that supported his ambition.

The names mentioned included governors of Kaduna, Jigawa, Kebbi, Plateau, among others.

EFCC Declares Christ Embassy Pastor Miebi Bribena, Wife Wanted For ‘N2bn Fraud’

 

EFCC Declares Christ Embassy Pastor Miebi Bribena, Wife Wanted For ‘N2bn Fraud’

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared a couple, Onyinmiebi (Miebi Baraza) and Beatrice Bribena, wanted.

An alert by the anti-graft agency urged persons with information about them to contact any of its offices across Nigeria.

The agency is searching for the duo over alleged fraud to the tune N2billion.

The Bribenas are the promoters of Baraza Multipurpose Cooperative Society Limited.

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“We are not sure of voting you back even”; the PDP stakeholders murmurs as Senator Ekwunife urges them to vote Atiku against Obi today

“We are not sure of voting you back even”; the PDP stakeholders murmurs as Senator Ekwunife urges them to vote Atiku against Obi today

During the meeting called at Senator Uche Ekwunife centre Awka by the senator representing Anambra Central zone, Distinguished Senator Uche Ekwunife today, Saturday, she told the PDP stakeholders from Anambra Central that gathered that they should make sure that they vote PDP all the way. She went on to add “Don't vote Peter Obi or Labour Party, just vote Atiku and PDP all the way”.

While she was still talking, there was an uproar in the hall as people shouted: ‘we are not even sure of voting you back not to talk of telling us to vote for Atiku and PDP for President!

She could not believe it and has been meeting key members of her campaign organization on how to solve this political danger.

Senator Ekwunife has not been her boasting self since the defection of Peter Obi who is from her zone and also her major political opponent in the zone, Chief Victor Umeh’s move to the Labour Party. She benefited from Peter Obi leading the bandwagon effect in the 2019 general election in the zone that saw her winning the entire seven LGAs as a PDP candidate. Her fear is that the Labour candidate(Senator Victor Umeh) may benefit from what she benefited from in 2019 this time(2023).

We are watching as the event unfolds but it is not a good time for the senator Ekwunife who had a few months ago concluded that she was almost going unopposed.

Samuel Eto'o strongly rejected Matip's requests to be recalled to the Cameroon national team for World Cup.

Samuel Eto'o strongly rejected Matip's requests to be recalled to the Cameroon national team for World Cup.

"This is a national team. We don't tolerate people who think they are the special ones. Who only wants to be with us when they see honey and fruitfulness. We worked hard alone, and we have a big respect for players who honor this nation in bad and in good times. I myself had been in best teams in Europe, but I have never undermined playing for the Lions. I think Matip times are over, he must permanently stay in Liverpool. Those who started this job, they will finish it in Qatar. It doesn't matter who they are, but they are going to Qatar to enjoy their fruits of qualifying. No one will eat their fruits of success, but them"