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APC, NNPP, And ADC Political Parties Express Concern Over Potential Postponement Of The Election
Several political parties have criticized those who have called for the delay of the upcoming general elections, urging the Independent National Electoral Commission to proceed with their plans to hold the elections as scheduled.
The Chancellor of Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti, Afe Babalola (SAN) has also warned against conducting the elections under the 1999 Constitution, according to a report.
He warned that holding elections under the 1999 Constitution would only perpetuate the cycle of poverty, unemployment, underfunded education, insecurity, and large external debt currently faced by Nigeria.
The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Elijah Ayodele, has also called for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to reschedule the elections.
However, INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, has stated that the commission is ready to conduct the elections as planned and does not expect any changes to the schedule.
Felix Morka, National Publicity Secretary of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) , has dismissed calls for postponing the elections, according to an interview.
“The call for postponement is his view; the country is going forward with the planned elections,” said Felix Morka.
Major Agboh, the National Publicity Secretary of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP), also criticized the calls for postponing the elections, stating, “Were the elections in the past not conducted with the 1999 Constitution? I think that is not patriotic enough because whether he likes it or not, we are in a democracy, and a president and governors have to emerge.”
The National Chairman of the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC) , Ralph Nwosu, said that postponing the election would not benefit Nigeria’s democracy.
“Postponement cannot help our democracy; INEC has assured us consistently from all the meetings that we have been to that they are ready to proceed,” Nwosu said,
“INEC, the body managing the electoral process is ready, the only thing that we need from the President is to show determination and get the security agencies, the intelligence agencies and others to key in.”
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US Election: Davido Celebrates Voting For The First Time
Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, known as Davido, is thrilled to have cast his vote in the ongoing US elections, marking his first time of participating in an American election.
Born in Atlanta, Davido shared his excitement about the milestone.
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Sharing a picture of himself shortly after casting his vote, the singer wrote, “First time voter !! ”
Earlier, he shared a post on X urging Americans to go out and cast their votes peacefully.
“Election Day yall be safe as you perform your constitutional rights ❤️,” he wrote.
However, he refrained from publicly endorsing any candidate.
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JUST IN: Minors Freed By Nigerian Govt Arrive Presidential Villa
The minors who were just released by the Federal Government for their involvement in the end bad governance protest have arrived at the presidential villa, where they will meet briefly with government officials.
Recall that the Federal Government dropped the treason charges levelled against them for their participation in the protest that was held across the country.
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However, a source within the presidency confirmed that the governors of Kano and Kaduna States are already on ground to receive the minors and thereafter hand them over to their respective families.
The source also noted that the meeting will commence by 2pm at the Auditorium in the State House.
Following the directive of the President, Bola Tinubu on Monday, the office of the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, had early Tuesday morning, took over the case file and notified the Federal High Court in Abuja of his decision to discontinue the case against the protesters.
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US Election: Cardi B Expresses Nerves
Grammy-winning rapper, Cardi B has shared her intense feelings about the upcoming U.S. presidential election, admitting that her nerves are so high she feels as though she’s running for president herself.
With the election only a day away, Cardi B took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express her anticipation, telling her 36 million followers, “I don’t know why I’m so nervous for tomorrow. I feel like I’m running for president.”
The Bronx-born rapper and cultural icon recently made headlines for her passionate endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic Party’s candidate, at a rally in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Friday. Speaking to a crowd of supporters, Cardi B gave a rousing speech, highlighting her concerns about the Republican Party’s candidate, former President Donald Trump. She criticized Trump’s stance on women’s rights, calling him “a hustler who is trying to hustle women out of their rights and hustle Americans out of their money.”
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The rapper, known for her outspoken political views, did not hold back, asserting that Trump is “selling more than watches and sneakers” and accusing him of promoting “bigotry, misogyny, division, chaos, and confusion.” Her words resonated with supporters, many of whom see Cardi B as a voice for younger voters who care about issues like women’s rights, racial equality, and social justice.
Addressing rumors circulating online, Cardi B also clarified that she was not paid to endorse Harris, dispelling speculation that financial incentives were behind her appearance at the rally. “I did this because I believe in the future that Kamala Harris stands for, not for any money,” she tweeted.
Cardi B has been vocal about her political stance throughout the election season, using her platform to encourage her fans to vote and make their voices heard. Her support for Harris has added significant star power to the Democratic campaign, especially among younger and minority voters. As the election approaches, her rally speech and social media statements have brought renewed attention to the high-stakes issues on the ballot.
With her passionate stance, Cardi B has become one of the most influential celebrity advocates in this election cycle, drawing both praise and criticism. As Americans prepare to vote, her message continues to reverberate across social media and beyond, emphasizing the rapper’s commitment to political engagement and advocacy for her beliefs.