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EFCC says it will arrest votes’ buyers at elections
*Commends CBN over new Naira notes
By John Danjuma
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has warned Nigerian politicians to desist from vote buying as it would not spare any one caught selling or buying votes during the 2023 general elections.
The chairman of the anti graft agency Abdulrasheed Bawa gave the indication at the National Assembly while fielding questions from newsmen after defending the commissions 2023 budget proposal, Bawa said, “We will continue to arrest those who specialise in votes’ buying we will work hands in gloves with INEC to achieve that.
“We will ensure that illegitimate funds do not find their way into our elections.
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“The cases of those arrested during the Ekiti and Osun elections are in court, I don’t know the stages they are.
When asked about politicians waiting to get funding from foreign countries to prosecute their elections he said,
“There is an electoral act defining how election funds should be managed and who should finance election
I think that is the law of the land and Nigerians are law abiding and the EFCC is working to ensure compliance of politicians and we are working hand in gloves with INEC and other stakeholders to ensure that the laws are obeyed.”
On the new policy of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)to redesign the Naira he said it is a welcome development as it will help his commission to effectively monitor.
“How can you have an effective monitoring policy when you don’t have control over 85% of your currency, people are hoarding it, using it to speculate on foreign exchange and all of that.
“By this policy the government is trying to ensure that those people that are bringing back what they hoarded whether legitimately or illegitimately we will be able to monitor and the law will take its course.
On the threats by Yahoo boysto protest nationwide against the commission, he said, “These are Nigerians from my own constituency, the youthful constituency, they should join me in fighting cyber crimes. You know you are doing some things you should not do ordinarily
“We are working, it is part of our mandate to fight cyber crimes, advance fee fraud and that is what we have been doing. We are working in conformity with the law.
“As at the 22nd October this year we had succeeded in securing 2800 convictions and over 70% from cyber crimes.
He said the case of these cyber criminals is tarnishing the image of the country by the day adding that across the Atlantic people see Nigeria as Cyber crime infested country which is not.
“We are working we are not deterred, I plead with them especially this time of the election, they should stop those things as government is making effort to bring the economy back on track.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, for the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The development was disclosed on Friday by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications in the Office of the Vice President.
Akwa Ibom occupies a strategic position in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, with major federal investments expected to strengthen infrastructure and economic activities across the state.
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One of the major projects is the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway, which has an approximately 82.8-kilometre stretch passing through Akwa Ibom.
The project, according to the statement, “promises improved connectivity, expanded trade, greater investment and new economic opportunities for communities across the region.”
Beyond infrastructure, the administration’s interventions in education, agriculture, healthcare, youth empowerment and social protection are also designed to improve livelihoods and broaden economic participation.
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) is among the initiatives highlighted, complementing Governor Umo Eno’s investments in roads, aviation, tourism and human capital development.
The statement noted that the Uyo rally provides “another opportunity to strengthen the APC’s growing political presence in the South-South and make the case for continuity in 2027.”
Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria, Elohor Aiboni was among 100 people honoured with the DTN@100 Award.
She joined a list of distinguished recipients recognised by the Daily Times newspapers. The contributions of the awardees to national development will be documented in a special publication, titled Nigerian Grand Book.
Daily Times which started publication in 1926 gave the awards as part of its centenary celebrations in Lagos. The centenary theme is: “Honouring the Past, Shaping the Future.” Chairman, Folio Media Group and Publisher Daily Times of Nigeria Fidelis Anosike said: “We proudly celebrate Elohor Aiboni, Executive Vice President and Country Chair of Shell Companies in Nigeria, for her well-deserved recognition at the Daily Times Heroes Award. As a visionary female leader, Elohor has shown that true leadership is defined by action. Her forward-thinking policies continue to drive real, positive change across our nation.”
In her response, Elohor said: “Although this award is presented to me, I do not regard it as mine alone. I share it with my colleagues across the Shell Companies in Nigeria, our partners, and the many people I have had the privilege of working with and learning from over the years.”
Elohor was commended for her achievements in a career in the energy industry that started in Shell in 2002. In addition to serving in operational roles within and outside Nigeria, she has worked as asset manager for Bonga, leading up to her appointment as Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) in 2021, the first female to hold the post. Early this year, she took up the role of Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria, also the first female and Nigerian to hold both roles.
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In her acceptance speech, Elohor also called for concerted efforts towards educating the girl-child. She said: “If we are serious about shaping Nigeria’s future, we must be equally serious about educating and empowering the Nigerian girl child. Education provides not only knowledge, but also confidence, choice and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to her community and country.”
Photo Caption – L-R: Energy and Investment Solicitor, Sam Aiboni; Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Nigeria, Elohor Aiboni; actress Rita Dominic; and Daily Times Chairman, Fidelis Anosike, during the award presentation at Harbour Point, Lagos.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, following their historic qualification for the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
The President commended the team for their impressive 3-1 victory over Brazil in Wednesday’s semi-final, describing their achievement as a remarkable milestone that has brought immense pride and joy to Nigerians at home and abroad.
In a statement issued on Thursday, November 5, by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu also praised the coaching crew and everyone whose hard work and support contributed to the team’s successful campaign.
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With the Flamingos set to face Japan in the final, the President urged the players to remain focused, confident and determined as they pursue the historic world title.
“I encourage you to approach the final with the same fighting spirit and belief that have brought you this far. I have confidence in your ability to make history by winning the coveted world title,” he said.
Tinubu also called on Nigerians to rally behind the young players, describing them as national ambassadors whose achievements continue to showcase the country’s sporting excellence.
He said the team’s performance would inspire a new generation of girls to pursue their dreams without limitations.
“Once again, Nigeria is proud of you. Go for the trophy, Flamingos!” the President added.
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