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2023 Election: I Joined LP To Recue Nigeria From Failed Governance – Obi

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Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi had announced that he took a significant decision that could potentially impact the country’s political landscape.

He revealed that he had joined the Labour Party alongside other patriotic Nigerians with the goal of rescuing the nation from a litany of leadership and governance failures on 27th of may 2022.

He said “On 27th May 2022, I took a most important decision in my life to join great and patriotic Nigerians in Labour Party to rescue our dear country Nigeria from litany of leadership and governance failures.”

Peter Obi made this announcement on his Twitter handle yesterday, as a way of marking the end of his Obi-datti presidential campaign ahead of the election.

According to Peter Obi, he was elected with great honor as the Presidential Candidate to lead the movement for a New Nigeria.

He expressed his gratitude towards the members and leadership of the Labour Party, as well as other committed Nigerians such as Professor Pat Utomi who played a crucial role in making this possible.

After deep reflection, Peter Obi expressed his eternal gratitude to God for his decision to join the Labour Party and offer himself to serve and lead a movement for a New Nigeria.

Peter Obi went on to say that during his campaign around various states, he alleged that  multi-dimensional poverty, undeserved unemployment, and poor living conditions during his time in Nigeria was observed.

He also witnessed decaying and unavailable basic infrastructure, avoidable crises, accidents, deaths, and unchecked criminal activity.

He further appreciate his supporters known as “Obedient” Across the country for their unwavering support since his campaign.

Peter Obi expressed his condolences and offered prayers for the repose of the souls of Nigerians, particularly his supporters, who lost their lives during the struggle for a New Nigeria.

Peter Obi acknowledged the loss of notable supporters, including Mallam Lawal Garba, the Zonal Party Chairman in Kaduna, who died in a ghastly motor accident in October 2022.

He also mentioned Mrs. Victoria Chimtex, the Labour Party Women Leader in Kaduna State, who was tragically murdered in Kaura, Kaduna State in November 2022.

Peter Obi also acknowledged the loss of Mr. Christopher Elehu, the Labour Party’s candidate for Onuimo Local Government Area constituency in the Imo State House of Assembly, who was killed in December 2022. He also mentioned Mr. Isaac Dauda, the Labour Leader in Mangu Local Government Area, Plateau State, who passed away in January 2023.

Peter Obi promised to build agricultural dams and support every state in Nigeria to plant 10 million economic trees, which would generate an additional N300 billion per state every year. This, he believes, will help eradicate poverty and enhance the human capital development of Nigeria’s children and youth.

He reiterated his commitment to a New Nigeria, stating that farmers must return to their farms to feed the country. He emphasized that he and Datti Baba-Ahmed were committed to providing leadership towards a New Secured, United and Prosperous Nigeria with their.

He said “We will build agricultural dams and support every state in Nigeria to plant 10, million economic trees to generate additional N300,000,000,000 (Three Hundred Billion Naira) per state every year to eradicate poverty & enhance the human capital development of our children & youths.”

“Our farmers must return to their farms to feed Nigeria. That is the New Nigeria that Datti Baba-Ahmed and I offer to provide and lead. With our soul, mind, and body, we pledge and deeply commit to A New Secured, United and Prosperous Nigeria! So, help us God.” He added

Peter Obi also called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct the upcoming elections with the utmost professionalism and impartiality.

He emphasized the importance of timely delivery of election materials and adherence to agreed guidelines. Above all, he stressed the need for the choice of Nigerians to be respected and allowed to prevail.

“We equally call on INEC to conduct the elections with utmost professionalism and impartiality. Election materials must be delivered on time and conducted strictly in line with agreed guidelines. The choice of Nigerians must be respected and allowed to prevail.” He said.

Peter Obi implored all Nigerians of goodwill to turn out in large numbers on Saturday, February 25th, to cast and protect their votes for the Labour Party (LP- Mama, Papa, Pikin) in order to bring about a New Nigeria.

“We implore all Nigerians of good will to troop out on Saturday 25th of February to cast and protect their votes for Labour Party (LP- Mama, Papa, Pikin) to birth a New Nigeria” He added.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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ACF Pledges Support For Northern Presidential Candidates Ahead Of 2027 Elections

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The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has announced its decision to back Northern candidates in the 2027 general elections, citing the urgent need to address the worsening socio-economic and security challenges facing the region.

In a communique issued after its National Executive Council meeting in Kaduna on Wednesday, the forum expressed deep concern over the economic state of Northern Nigeria under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, attributing the region’s struggles to flawed governance and poor policy decisions.

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The ACF criticized the Federal Government’s economic policies, describing them as detrimental to the livelihoods of Northern citizens.

According to the communique, signed by the forum’s National Publicity Secretary, Professor Tukur Muhammad-Baba, the policies have compounded the already dire economic conditions in the region.

The statement reads, “Arewa people remain at a great disadvantage, being already worse off economically compared to other parts of Nigeria. While economic reforms are indeed desirable, they should not impoverish the same people they are meant to serve. Policies must have a human face.”

The forum noted that the North faces chronic food insecurity, limited educational and vocational opportunities for youth, and a heavy reliance on small-scale economic activities.

“Livelihoods are currently dependent on micro activities. The region faces acute and chronic food insecurity; its youths lack education and skills training. Daunting as these may be, they can be reversed. The time to think big is now,” the communique emphasized.

The ACF also addressed the pervasive insecurity in the North, warning that the situation has begun to erode public confidence in the government.

“Security is an irreducible minimum of human existence. In this regard, insecurity in its various manifestations remains the most worrisome challenge of Arewa people, that has even started to corrosively undermine the authority of government,” the forum stated.

It condemned the government’s response to the crisis, arguing that the Federal Government has failed to meet its primary duty of safeguarding lives and property.

“That those whose responsibility it is to provide security will be saying they are doing their best is unacceptable,” the communique said. “The minimum duty of government is to safeguard life and property, and doing anything less is a failure.”

The ACF faulted what it described as the “flawed leadership selection process” under the Tinubu administration, claiming it has elevated individuals without the requisite competence or experience to key positions.

It urged the Federal Government to “review, reassess, reevaluate, and re-order the direction of its economic policies with a view to giving it the needed human face.”

Looking ahead to the next general elections, the ACF pledged its support for Northern politicians who demonstrate a clear commitment to addressing the region’s challenges and fostering national development.

“Notwithstanding the parlous state of Arewa’s glaring economic conditions, the policies of the current Federal Government have continued to make matters much worse,” the communique stated.

 

 

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No Room For Abandoned Projects – Ganduje Warns Aiyedatiwa

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The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has urged Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to prioritize completing ongoing projects and avoid leaving any abandoned during his second term in office.

Ganduje made the call on Wednesday at the APC’s national secretariat in Abuja after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) presented Certificates of Return to Aiyedatiwa and his deputy, Adelami Olaide.

Governor Aiyedatiwa’s re-election was marked by a sweeping victory in all 18 local government areas of the state during last Saturday’s governorship election.

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Ganduje praised the outcome, describing it as a testament to the people’s confidence in the APC-led administration.

“I am happy about the landslide result. The election is not the effort of the elite and middle class alone; it is also through the effort of the grassroots,” Ganduje said. “Out of 203 wards, APC won 202, losing only one ward. This is a victory embraced by all.”

Ganduje highlighted the importance of continuity and urged the governor to leverage his experience from the previous administration led by the late Rotimi Akeredolu.

“As a deputy, you knew how projects were started by your late governor. You were part of it, also as a governor for 10 months, and now as a re-elected governor. For the next four years, you will continue,” he said.

“You know the terrains, geography, and physical landscape of all 18 local government areas. Use these insights to carve out projects that will improve the lives of the Ondo people.”

Meanwhile, Ondo APC Chairman, Ade Adetimehin, commended Ganduje’s leadership and strategic direction, which he credited for the party’s success in the election.

He also expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for his unwavering support for Aiyedatiwa’s candidacy, despite internal opposition from some party stakeholders.

“We have finally killed PDP in Ondo,” Adetimehin declared. “Most of the leaders of that party have defected to the APC. With the landslide victory in this election, it is clear to the whole world that there is no PDP in Ondo.”

He further described Ganduje as a mentor whose leadership had been instrumental in uniting the party and ensuring victory at the polls.

Governor Aiyedatiwa, who succeeded Akeredolu and completed his tenure before securing re-election, has pledged to focus on delivering on his mandate and completing critical projects in his second term.

 

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INEC Presents Certificates Of Return To Ondo Governor-Elect, Aiyedatiwa

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has formally issued certificates of return to Ondo State Governor-elect Lucky Aiyedatiwa and his deputy, Olayide Adelami, following their victory in Saturday’s governorship election.

The presentation ceremony took place on Wednesday at INEC headquarters in Abuja, where the commission’s National Commissioner for Ondo State, Kunle Ajayi, handed over the certificates.

Biztellers reports that Aiyedatiwa, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and incumbent governor, emerged victorious in the election, securing 366,781 votes to defeat his closest rival, Agboola Ajayi of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who garnered 117,845 votes.

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The results were announced in Akure on Sunday by the Returning Officer, Professor Olayemi Akinyemi, Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University, Lokoja.

Election observers described the polls as peaceful and credible, commending INEC for improved logistical arrangements.

The event was attended by top APC officials, including the party’s National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, and other party members.

Ganduje hailed the outcome as a triumph for democracy in Nigeria.

“Since 1999, we have been enjoying democracy, and we always fine-tune it to ensure it is fair, free, and decent, so that it is the vote of the people that counts,” Ganduje said.

PDP Rejects Results

Despite widespread praise for the conduct of the election, the PDP has rejected the outcome, describing it as fraudulent. Its candidate, Ajayi, vowed to challenge the results in court.

Aiyedatiwa Pledges Better Leadership

Speaking after receiving his certificate of return, Aiyedatiwa expressed gratitude to the people of Ondo State for renewing his mandate.

“The mandate you have just renewed via your huge votes across 18 LGAs where we won convincingly has placed a burden on me to serve you better than I did before now,” he said.

Aiyedatiwa initially assumed office in December 2023 following the death of his predecessor, Rotimi Akeredolu.

 

 

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