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Atedo Peterside Commends President Muhammadu Buhari for Signing the 2021 Electoral Amendment Act

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Mr. Atedo Peterside, the President and Founder of Anap Foundation, a non-profit organisation committed to promoting good governance, has applauded President Muhammadu Buhari for signing the much-awaited Electoral Amendment Act of 2021.

The Electoral Amendment Act, which is a revised edition of the 2010 Electoral Act, includes a key provision for the electronic transmission of results by INEC.

In a tweet today, Peterside stated “Thank you, President Muhammadu Buhari, for signing into law an Electoral Act that constitutes a significant improvement over previous legislation.

The GoNigeria Movement wishes to thank Mr. President, our Legislators, Civil Society, etc. for this team effort.”

He stated that the action is a great credit to President Buhari, who has demonstrated that the best interest of the nation should be paramount and topmost.

The Electoral Act has been at the front burner of political discourse in the country in recent weeks.

Also, as part of his contribution to good governance, the erudite entrepreneur, economist and investment banker has initiated a Movement that has embarked on an enlightenment campaign to achieve much greater youth participation in the country’s electoral process.

Named GoNigeria, the Movement is a major initiative of Anap Foundation. GoNigeria is quickly gathering momentum towards its mission of ensuring that young eligible Nigerians register en-masse for their voters’ cards and also vote for candidates of their choice in the 2023 General Elections.

The GoNigeria Movement kicked off with 18 Initial Advocates, who are drawn from the 6 geo-political zones (3 from each zone). GoNigeria expects to work closely with celebrities and other influencers who will be designated as Go Ambassadors.

There will also be GoPartners, who will be corporate bodies eager to explore opportunities for co-branding with GoNigeria. Several youths are also joining the GoNigeria Movement as GoVolunteers to help amplify the messaging to other youths.

Atedo Peterside further explained that the youth enlightenment campaign is one of the surest ways of fighting voter apathy and urged youths to visit the GoNigeria website; www.GoNigeria.com for more information on how the Movement seeks to encourage young Nigerians to carry out their civic duty. Nigerians, aged from 18 to 34, constitute the main demographic as they are by far the largest voting block by age group.

He urged youths to visit the INEC portal to register or request to update their voter’s information and thereafter complete the process physically (including biometrics) at designated centres, before the Commission’s June 2022 deadline.

They should thereafter collect their Permanent Voter’s Cards in readiness for the 2023 General Elections, where they can influence outcomes significantly.

He reiterated that the Nigeria that the youths deserve and desire will never arrive unless they constitute themselves into the dominant voting force in all future elections

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Former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, Spends Second Night In EFCC’s Cell Over N1.3 Trillion Alleged Fraud

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November 7, 2024

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Immediate past governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, who was arrested and detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has spent second night in the custody of the anti-graft commission.

 

Okowa is currently being investigated and detained over the alleged diversion of N1.3 trillion.

 

The N1.3 trillion reportedly represents the 13% derivation fund from the federation account between 2015 and 2023.

 

According to sources within the commission, Okowa was invited to the EFCC office in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, where he’s subsequently detained by officials.

 

One of the sources stated, “Okowa was at our Port Harcourt office following an invitation from investigators probing the allegations against him. He was then arrested. The commission is investigating him regarding the N1.3 trillion 13% derivation fund from the federation account between 2015 and 2023.

 

“He is also accused of failing to account for the funds, as well as another N40 billion he allegedly claimed was used to acquire shares in UTM Floating Liquefied Natural Gas. He reportedly bought shares worth N40 billion in one of the country’s major banks, representing an 8% equity stake, to support the offshore LNG project. The funds are alleged to have been misappropriated for other purposes.

Investigators are also examining the alleged diversion of funds by the former governor to acquire estates in Abuja and Asaba, Delta State. He is currently being held at the EFCC facility in Port Harcourt.

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Lagos Government Shuts Down Redeemed Church, Celestial Church, Clubs, Event Centres Over Noise Pollution

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November 6, 2024

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The Lagos State government has shut down a branch of Pastor E. A. Adeboye’s Redeemed Christian Church of God, a Celestial church, nightclubs and event centres over noise pollution.

The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, who made this known on Wednesday, said the churches, clubs and event centres were sealed on Tuesday by the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) in the Ogudu, Gbagada, Iyana Ejigbo, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, Ilasamaja, and Okota areas of the state.

The sealed establishments include: Redeemed Christian Church of God, Celestial Church of God, OMA Nightclub and Lounge, Lounge & Lodging, Bridge Spot Bar, Okiki Event Center and Hall, Emota Paradise Hotel (Phase 2), CF Hotel & Suites, House 27 Hotel & Suites, Echo Spring Hotel, and Smile T Continental Hotel.

The commissioner in a post on X said, “In a bid to address noise pollution and other environmental violations, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) took action yesterday, closing down several establishments across different parts of the state.

“This enforcement drive, focusing on areas like Ogudu, Gbagada, Iyana Ejigbo, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, Ilasamaja, and Okota, is part of LASEPA’s continuous efforts to uphold environmental standards and safeguard public health.

“The affected establishments include Honourable Lounge & Lodging, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Celestial Church of God, OMA Nightclub and Lounge, Bridge Spot Bar, Okiki Event Center and Hall, Emota Paradise Hotel (Phase 2), CF Hotel & Suites, House 27 Hotel & Suites, Echo Spring Hotel, and Smile T Continental Hotel.”

 

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Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja: Tinubu directs flags be flown at half-mast

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President Bola Tinubu has directed that Nigeria’s national flags be flown at half mast for seven days across the country to mourn the passing of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja.

The late Army chief, who was appointed by Tinubu on 19 June 2023, was said to have passed away on Tuesday night after a prolonged illness.

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, in a statement on Wednesday by his office Director of Information & Public Relations, Segun Imohiosen, said the president expressed regret over Lagbaja’s death.

Akume said, “President Bola Tinubu has expressed regret following the death of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, after a brief illness at the age of 56.

“The President has directed that national flags be flown at half mast throughout the country for seven days in honour of the departed Army chief.

“He profoundly appreciates the services of the departed to the nation and wishes the family the fortitude to bear the great loss.”

Meanwhile, the Ministers of Defence, Mohammed Badaru and Bello Matawalle, have commiserated with the president, the military, and Lagbaja’s family over his death.

In a statement by the Ministry’s spokesperson, Henshaw Ogubike, the ministers described Lagbaja’s death as a great loss to his family, the Army, and the nation at large.

“The passing on to eternal glory shocked us at the Ministry of Defence, as our working relationship with him was commendable; he exhibited the spirit of camaraderie and cooperation with us in the discharge of our mandate.

“The late Chief of Army Staff contributed significantly to internal security operations across Nigeria and also exhibited a high level of professionalism.

“He will be greatly missed by the family, the military, and the nation, as he served the nation with commitment and dedication,” the statement added.

 

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