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Gov Hope Uzodimma Takes All 27 LGAs In Imo
In a clean sweep, Governor Hope Uzodimma of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has secure victory in all 27 local government areas during the Imo State governorship poll on November 11, 2023.
The collation of results began at 02:30 am on Sunday in Owerri, with Prof Abayomi Fashina serving as the state Returning Officer.
The election, featuring 18 parties, is primarily seen as a four-way contest between Uzodimma, Samuel Anyanwu of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Achonu Nneji of the Labour Party, and Jack Ogunewe of the Action Alliance.
SEE LGA RESULTS:
Oru West LGA
– Accredited voters: 42965
– APC: 38026
– LP: 1867
– PDP: 987
– Total valid votes: 41373
– Total votes cast: 42318
Njaba LGA
– Accredited Voters: 12098
– APC: 8110
– LP: 995
– PDP: 2404
– Valid votes: 11736
– Total votes: 12030
Owerri North LGA
– Registered voters: 134555
– Accredited voters: 18398
– APC: 8536
– LP: 4386
– PDP: 3449
– Valid votes: 17440
– Total votes cast: 18016
Nwangele LGA
– Registered voters: 55535
– Accredited voters: 33259
– APC: 29282
– LP: 895
– PDP: 2132
– Valid votes: 32597
– Votes cast: 32959
Owerri Municipal LGA
– Registered voters: 134169
– Accredited voters: 11110
– APC: 5324
– LP: 2914
– PDP: 2180
– Valid votes: 10813
– Votes cast: 11054
Orsu LGA
– Accredited voters: 19139
– APC: 18003
– LP: 813
– PDP: 624
– Valid votes: 19589
– Votes cast: 19795
Okigwe LGA
– Registered voters: 75410
– Accredited voters: 63935
– APC: 55585
– LP: 2655
– PDP: 1688
– Valid votes: 62970
– Total votes cast: 63935
Ideato South LGA
– Registered voters: 79361
– Accredited voters: 21935
– APC: 16891
– LP: 1649
– PDP: 2469
– Valid votes: 21370
– Total votes cast: 21650
Onuimo LGA
– Registered voters: 36717
– Accredited voters: 18405
– APC: 13434
– LP: 1753
– PDP: 2676
– Valid votes: 18240
– Total votes cast: 18276
Ngor-Okpala LGA
– Registered voters: 102048
– Accredited voters: 22111
– APC: 14143
– LP: 2716
– PDP: 3451
– Valid votes: 21492
– Total votes cast: 22003
Oru East LGA
– Registered voters: 85080
– Accredited voters: 74324
– APC: 67315
– LP: 3443
– PDP: 2202
– Valid votes: 74286
– Total votes cast: 74290
Isu LGA
– Registered voters: 55203
– Accredited voters: 15974
– APC: 11312
– LP: 1253
– PDP: 2508
– Valid votes: 15776
– Total votes cast: 15932
Ahiazu Mbaise LGA
– Registered voters: 98887
– Accredited voters: 16097
– APC: 8369
– LP: 2214
– PDP: 3507
– Valid votes: 15353
– Total votes cast: 15878
Nkwerre LGA
– Registered voters: 59926
– Accredited voters: 26993
– APC: 22488
– LP: 1320
– PDP: 2632
– Valid votes: 26764
– Total votes cast: 26906
Aboh Mbaise LGA
– Registered voters: 111207
– Accredited voters: 16084
– APC: 9638
– LP: 2455
– PDP: 1724
– Valid votes: 15415
– Total votes cast: 15790
Owerri West LGA
– Registered voters: 140242
– Accredited voters: 16296
– APC: 9205
– LP: 2597
– PDP: 3305
– Valid votes: 15712
– Total votes cast: 16223
Isiala Mbano LGA
– Registered voters: 99076
– Accredited voters: 15911
– APC: 10860
– LP: 2419
– PDP: 1659
– Valid votes: 15202
– Total votes cast: 15531
Obowo LGA
– Registered voters: 68690
– Accredited voters: 22214
– APC: 17514
– LP: 3404
– PDP: 712
– Total valid votes: 21907
– Total votes cast: 22171
Ezinihitte Mbaise LGA
– Registered voters: 91272
– Accredited: 16971
– APC: 8473
– LP: 3332
– PDP: 2737
– Valid votes: 16282
Oguta LGA
– Registered voters: 95152
– Accredited voters: 64260
– APC: 57310
– LP: 1941
– PDP: 2653
– Valid votes: 63675
– Total votes cast: 63947
Ikeduru LGA
– Registered voters: 119987
– Accredited voters: 33662
– APC: 22356
– LP: 1377
– PDP: 7258
– Valid votes: 32183
– Total votes cast: 32712
Ehime Mbano LGA
– Registered voters: 79212
– Accredited voters: 13027
– APC: 6632
– LP: 4958
– PDP: 681
– Valid votes: 12484
– Total votes cast: 12782
Orlu LGA
– Registered voters: 103223
– Accredited voters: 49229
– APC: 37614
– LP: 2424
– PDP: 3690
– Valid votes: 48027
– Total votes cast: 48386
Ohaji Egbema LGA
– Registered voters: 107456
– Accredited: 21366
– APC: 14962
– LP: 1506
– PDP: 3694
– Valid votes: 20755
– Total votes cast: 21249
Ihitte Uboma LGA
-Registered voters – 52108
-Accredited voters – 17537
-APC – 11099
-LP – 2766
PDP – 3077
-Valid votes – 17358
-Total votes cast – 17537
Mbaitoli LGA
Registered voters – 153283
Accredited Voters – 24186
APC – 12556
LP – 4007
PDP – 5343
Valid votes 23014
Total votes cast 23986
Ideato North LGA
Registered voters – 86905
Accredited voters – 9609
APC – 5271
LP – 1522
PDP – 2062
Valid votes – 9161
Total votes cast – 9550
NEWS
Christmas: Shettima Assures Of FG’s Commitment To Citizens’ Welfare
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima has assured Nigerians of the federal government’s dedication to national security, economic transformation, and welfare of the citizens.
This was detailed in a Christmas message on Wednesday afternoon in Abuja under the signature of the Senior Special Assistant to The President on Media & Communications (Office of The Vice President), Stanley Nkwocha.
According to the Vice President, the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains unwavering in its focus on these critical areas, as the country looks forward to the dawn of a new year.
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He said, “In these times of economic transformation, I want to assure you that the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration remains steadfast in its commitment to improving the lives of all Nigerians.”
Vice President Shettima particularly urged the citizens to imbibe the virtues of national unity during the yuletide season.
“Nigeria’s diversity remains our greatest strength. Let us avail ourselves of the time provided by the holiday season to strengthen the bonds of brotherhood that unite us across all faiths and regions,” he said.
Senator Shettima assured Nigerians of the continued vigilance of the nation’s security forces, noting that “our brave security personnel will continue to work round the clock during this festive period to keep us safe.”
He said enhanced security measures have been put in place to protect the citizens during the holiday period.
“The relevant agencies have been mobilized to ensure your safety and comfort on all major routes,” he stated, urging travelers to remain vigilant.
VP Shettima expressed optimism about the nation’s trajectory in the coming year, saying, “I am filled with hope and optimism about Nigeria’s future. Together, we will build a more prosperous and united nation.
“To our young people, you are the backbone of our nation. The Renewed Hope administration is implementing various initiatives to create opportunities for you to thrive and contribute to Nigeria’s development,” he added.
NEWS
Yuletide: Adeleke Rejoices With Christians
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has felicitated Christians in Osun State and beyond on the occasion of the 2024 Christmas celebration, urging them to follow Jesus Christ’s example of compassion and tolerance.
Biztellers reports that Gov Adeleke described the birth of Jesus Christ as a defining moment for mankind, in a statement in Osogbo on Tuesday.
He described the festive season as a solemn reminder of the power of love and how it can save humanity.
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While recognising unity and togetherness as an important message that Jesus Christ’s life resonates, Gov Adeleke charged Osun people, particularly Christians, to draw from the spiritual import of the celebration by sharing love and fostering harmony in communities.
In his words, “I extend my warm wishes to Christian faithful in Osun state and beyond as we mark this year’s Christmas. The birth of Jesus Christ is a manifestation of the power of love and remind us of the essence of compassion,” the Governor noted in his message.
“In the mood of celebration, I urge us to take a moment to reflect on the message of renewal that the birth of Jesus Christ signifies, promoting activities that will unite not divide, build not destroy, and bring peace not conflict.
“It is also my sincere appeal that we extend hands of kindness to the needy and the weak in the society, spreading love and generosity beyond borders. That is the essence of Christmas and it is most essential that at a time like this, no one is left to their fate.”
NEWS
Archbishop Martins Champions Clamour For Better Life For Nigerians
Archbishop Alfred Adewale Martins, of the Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos, has enjoined all Nigerian leaders to be more sensitive to the yearnings of the people for a better life.
This was contained in a 2024 Christmas Message to Nigerians issued in Lagos under the signature of the Director of Social Communications, Very Rev. Fr. Anthony Godonu.
According to the Archbishop there is an urgent need for a better enabling environment to allow businesses thrive in a bid to reduce the high rate of unemployment and the grinding poverty in the land.
He urged leaders to prioritise the welfare of citizens over personal needs in addressing the widespread hunger, poverty, joblessness, and insecurity ravaging the nation.
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In his words, “Even in the face of policies that are deemed to have positive results in the long-term, such as the removal of fuel subsidies, floating of the naira and the new tax reforms initiative, governments must ensure that the immediate welfare of people is not neglected but factored into the planning and execution of such policies. This is necessary, if the people for whom the policies are being made are not to die before the positive results begin to manifest.
“At the same time, government spending must be prudent and compassionate. In addition, it is necessary to pay more attention to the agricultural sector so that food security can be ensured for overall benefit.”
The Prelate described as very sad and depressing the recent loss of several lives of innocent Nigerians in Ibadan, Abuja, and Anambra in their quest to access food palliatives owing to pervading hunger across the country.
He considered it worrisome that many Nigerians now find it difficult to purchase necessities of life, especially during this festive season that should be a period of merriment, sharing of love, food, and other essentials, which are the hallmarks of the Christmas season.
To forestall a reoccurrence of such ugly incidents, the prelate urged governments, at both federal and state levels, as well as the legislative assemblies, to identify and quickly fix the loopholes in the polity that are responsible for the massive poverty and hardship which Nigerians are facing.
He advocated the appraisal of the nation’s existing laws and enactment and enforcement of only proactive policies that would open the business environment, attract investors, and create more jobs so that the citizens can afford their basic needs; rather than depend on palliatives that offer only temporary relief.
The prelate urged substantial investments in the agricultural sector of the economy to ensure the availability of basic foodstuffs; thereby reducing the high cost of essential food items like rice, beans, onions and grains.
“If citizens have food in their homes, people will not endanger their lives while scrambling for palliatives in the way it happened,” he noted with sadness.
While praying for the souls of those who died in the recent stampedes in parts of the country, he also commiserated with those who lost their loved ones, praying that Jesus, the Prince of Peace would bring solace to the afflicted, comfort to the grieving, and hope to the despairing.
“This special season reminds us of the profound love of God, who sent His only Son to redeem humanity. May the light of Christ illuminate our lives, dispel darkness, and fill our hearts with love, compassion, and kindness. As we gather with family and friends, let us not forget those who are less fortunate, the vulnerable and the marginalised. May our celebration be a catalyst for acts of charity, generosity, and solidarity,” he stated.