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Gov Hope Uzodimma Takes All 27 LGAs In Imo

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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

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Fuel Pricing: PETROAN Accuses Dangote Refinery Of Monopoly

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The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has raised concerns over alleged monopolistic practices by Dangote Refinery, following a public dispute about fuel pricing in the downstream petroleum sector.

Recall that the refinery, Africa’s largest, recently disclosed its petrol pricing at N990 per litre in trucks and N960 per litre into ships, a move it justifies as being in line with international rates.

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PETROAN, however, sees this as an attempt to suppress competitors and dominate the Nigerian market.

The rift began when Dangote Refinery claimed that complaints from marketers regarding its pricing were fueled by intentions to import cheaper, potentially substandard products.

In response, PETROAN strongly rejected these allegations, suggesting that Dangote’s claims are tactics designed to maintain a monopoly in the sector.

Joseph Obele, PETROAN’s spokesperson, stated that the association remains committed to importing high-quality products at more competitive rates to ensure affordability for Nigerian consumers.

According to PETROAN, competition in the market is essential for achieving fair pricing, and any attempt to stifle it would be detrimental to consumers.

They argue that Dangote Refinery’s pricing should reflect production costs and fair margins rather than international benchmarks, especially given concessions granted by the government for the refinery’s establishment.

PETROAN also announced its plans to partner with foreign refineries and financial backers to import premium-quality petroleum products at prices below current rates.

The association aims to enter the market by December 2024, pending necessary regulatory approvals.

“The allegations that PETROAN will import substandard products are unfounded and aimed at creating an unfair playing field,” the statement read.

PETROAN warned that similar claims in the past had led to significant price hikes when competitors were pushed out, emphasizing that the entry of new players into the market would lead to more competitive pricing and ultimately benefit Nigerian consumers.

PETROAN expressed appreciation for President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to revitalizing Nigeria’s state-owned refineries and urged the government to consider privatizing the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries once rehabilitation is complete.

The association believes a transparent privatization process will help strengthen Nigeria’s downstream sector and counter monopolistic tendencies.

To address the ongoing pricing challenges in the sector, PETROAN called on the government to convene a comprehensive meeting of industry stakeholders, including major associations like IPMAN, DAPPMAN, MEMAN, NUPENG, and PENGASSAN.

PETROAN believes that collaboration among these groups will be instrumental in establishing a sustainable and competitive pricing framework for petroleum products in Nigeria.

 

 

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Hardship: Let Us Intensify Prayers For Our Leaders – Sultan Of Sokoto Tells Nigerians

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Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Mohammad Abubakar II, has called on Nigerians to avoid publicly criticizing their leaders, instead urging citizens to place their trust in God to address leadership concerns as He deems fit.

Speaking at the Regional Conference on Climate Change-Induced Conflicts in Northern Nigeria, organized by the Kaduna State Bureau of Interfaith in collaboration with International Alert, the Sultan emphasized faith and patience in navigating the country’s challenges.

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Acknowledging Nigeria’s current economic and social hardships, the Sultan encouraged continuous prayer, not only for the nation but for its leaders as well.

“Even though many feel times are particularly hard, we believe relief will come. Let’s increase our prayers for our leaders, trusting God to address them in His way,” he said, expressing hope that divine intervention could bring stability and prosperity.

The Sultan reminded political leaders of their ultimate accountability to God, cautioning that they will stand alone on the Day of Resurrection, with only their deeds to support them.

“On that day, every leader will stand alone. Governors, advisers—none will have support except their own deeds. Let us act with a deep sense of responsibility and fear of God,” he stated.

Addressing religious leaders, he warned against misleading their followers for personal gain, underscoring the trust many place in their religious guidance.

“Only God can save any human being,” he said, encouraging Nigerians to remain faithful and discerning in their spiritual beliefs. “Focus on worshiping Allah and leave the rest to Him. Don’t follow those who might lead you astray.”

With leaders from various religious communities, including the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), in attendance, the Sultan called for unity, resilience, and communal effort to tackle pressing issues such as climate change, poverty, and insecurity in the northern region.

He praised the North’s history of unity and resilience, warning against divisive narratives that threaten communal harmony. “When we are united, we can face any challenge and build a prosperous community,” he asserted.

The Sultan’s remarks come amid ongoing social and environmental issues in the region, including a recent surge in climate-related challenges that have exacerbated poverty and security threats.

In light of these issues, he called on both Muslims and Christians to intensify their prayers, saying, “Our country faces many challenges, and we must turn to God in prayer. Let us intensify prayers in our mosques and churches.”

 

 

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#EndBadGovernance Protests: Tinubu Orders Release Of Detained Minors

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In a decisive move, President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate release of all minors detained by police during the recent #EndBadGovernance protests.

The directive, announced by Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris on Monday, underscores the government’s commitment to protecting children’s rights and ensuring justice.

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Idris confirmed that President Tinubu’s directive prioritizes the welfare of detained minors, instructing the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs to facilitate their safe reunification with their families.

A committee led by the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs will be established to oversee the welfare of the released minors and ensure compliance with the president’s orders.

Additionally, President Tinubu has directed a formal investigation into the actions of law enforcement agencies involved in the arrests.

The president emphasized that any misconduct uncovered during the investigation will result in disciplinary action, affirming his administration’s dedication to accountability within law enforcement.

 

 

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