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APC And Opposition Parties Engage In Contentious Battle For Control Of Lagos State

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Opposition parties in Lagos, Nigeria have raised concerns over what they claim to be a lack of fair competition in their bid for the 2023 elections. The parties have accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of not providing a level playing field for them to achieve their goals.

As the general elections approach, opposition parties in Nigeria have expressed concerns about the alleged suppression of their political campaigns by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

The opposition parties claim that the APC is using underhanded tactics to impede their progress. However, the APC has denied these allegations and stated that they have been in power in Lagos since 1999 and do not need to resort to such tactics to retain control.

They went further to accused the APC of sabotaging their campaigns by destroying their banners and posters, attacking supporters, intimidating voters, and preventing them from using billboards.

The Governorship candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has spoken out about the issue, alleging that the APC-controlled state government is using unorthodox measures to stifle the opposition parties.

He stated that they have received reports from across the state of unfair treatment suffered by their members when they go to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs).

“They are being told that their voter’s cards are not ready We have also found instances where members of the ruling party are present in Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) offices sorting cards and separating cards that belong to non-indigenes, putting them aside so they don’t have access to those cards”.said Mr. Rhodes-Vivour.

“We have seen this happen several times in Ajeromi-Ifelodun, Ojo, Oshodi-Isolo. Some people are even complaining about it in Amuwo-Odofin and Surulere,” said Mr. Rhodes-Vivour. “We have tried visiting all of these places and talking to INEC staff on the ground, telling them that we are getting these reports and engaging them.

I am hoping that we are also going to see the state’s Resident Electoral Commissioner, REC, to ensure that our people are not disenfranchised in the forthcoming elections.”

In response to the claim, Mr. Joe Igbokwe, a chieftain to the APC said “we are not stopping anybody from collecting their PVCs, we are not intimidating or attacking anyone. These are just lies and false accusations. We have been in power for over 20 years and have a strong foundation and track record of good governance. We don’t need to resort to underhanded tactics to win this election,”  He urged the opposition parties to focus on their own campaigns and stop making false accusations.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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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