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Gov poll: Rivers APC youth leaders dump Tonye Cole, endorse Fubara

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) youth leaders in Rivers State have endorsed the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sir Siminialayi Fubara for the March 18 2023 election.

The youth leaders, who hold various positions in the party’s Campaign Council and in their various local government areas, also accused a former Transport Minister and state’s Leader of the party, Rotimi Amaechi, of anti-party activities.

The Assistant Director, Media and Strategic Communication, Tonye Cole Campaign Organisation, Ikenda Elechi spoke on behalf of the youths in Port Harcourt.

Elechi explained that the choice of Sir Funara answered both the call for a riverine governor and the rotation of governorship to the Rivers Southeast Senatorial district, which he said had suffered marginalization.

He confessed that Amaechi committed anti-party when he directed them to vote for the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abunakar in the February 25, 2023 election.

He said: “As you are aware, during the Presidential and National Assembly contests, the former Transportation Minister, Rt. Hon, Chibuike Amaechi adopted, endorsed and directed party members in the State to vote for the candidate of the opposition People’s Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar against that of our Party, the All Progressives Congress, Bola Tinubu.

“Although those of us seated here and other of our supporters did not heed the directive, we were nonetheless aware of it.”

Elechi said Amaechi’s directive threw the party supporters in the State into confusion, “so much so that it cost the party her National Assembly seats.”

He said: “Since then,that directive has remained active and till this very moment, not been rescinded.

“It is therefore on the strength of that directive that we are gathered here to make the following declarations;

“We salute Rivers people on their support towards our Presidential Candidate Bola Tinubu during the last elections

“We commend the Governor of Rivers State, Barr Nyesom Wike for his stance on power returning to the South after eigjt years of Northern rule which is in line with the dreams of our (Rivers) founding Fathers

“We acknowledge the support of the Governor, his supporters and the good people of the State without whom the party would have, once again, lost the presidential elections in the State as was the case in previous elections.

“In the spirit of reciprocity and good fate, we align ourselves with call by the leader of the Party in the State, Chief Tony Okocha that the party returns the favour done her by the Governor and people of Rivers State

“In view of the above therefore, we, the youths of the All Progressives Congress, Rivers State, hereby, without any form of hesitation, endorse and adopt Sir Siminialayi Fubara as the preferred choice of the Party for the Governorship of Rivers State in the March 18 election.”

“The APC, being a Party of Justice and fairness, Sir Siminialayi Fubara answers both the question of Riverine Governorship as well as in keeping with the principle of power rotation wherein Power should rotate to the Rivers South-East Senatorial Zone, the only Zone yet to produce the Governor of our dear State.”

“We call on other candidates to step down for Sir Fubara in the spirit of good faith and enjoin Rivers people to vote him accordingly.”

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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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