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Fr. Alia Condemns Benue Killings, Offers Condolences To Bereaved Families

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Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, the Governor-elect of Benue State, has strongly denounced the brutal killings of innocent individuals in the Umogidi community located in Otukpo Local Government Area of the state.

 

According to report, suspected herdsmen have killed at least 46 individuals in a village, less than 24 hours after a previous attack where three individuals were killed in the same area.

 

Fr. Alia made this condemnation on Friday in a statement signed by Donald Kumun,  Deputy Director of Communications, Alia/OdeAbuja 2023 Campaign Organization.

 

He expressed his heartfelt sympathies to the families of the deceased and offered his condolences to them during this difficult time.

 

He called on both the Umogidi community and the people of Benue State to remain calm and law-abiding, despite the pain and sorrow caused by these tragic events.

 

Furthermore, Fr. Alia urged the security agencies to conduct thorough surveillance to identify the perpetrators behind these killings and bring them to justice to restore peace in the affected communities.

 

The Governor-elect also assured the Umogidi community and other affected areas of his unwavering commitment to working with relevant security agencies and communities in the state to put an end to these senseless killings when he is sworn in as the next governor of the state on May 29, 2023.

 

Fr. Hyacinth Alia expressed his deep sadness over the killings and emphasized the need for the government at all levels to take proactive measures to address the insecurity challenges in Benue State. He also called on the government to provide support to the bereaved families during this difficult time.

 

The Governor-elect offered his prayers for the souls of the deceased to rest in perfect peace and urged for peace to prevail in the affected communities, for the benefit of everyone.

 

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US Election: Davido Celebrates Voting For The First Time

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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

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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

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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.

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