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APC congratulates Governor Aiyedatiwa, hails Ondo Electorate

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated the Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on his re-election.   The party considered the Governor’s resounding victory in the just-concluded gubernatorial election as a clear attestation that his administration’s policies and programmes, and campaign message of hope and consolidation have resonated deeply with the electorate.   APC said “With this renewed mandate, we are confident that you will build upon your accomplishments, and take the state to even greater heights of social and economic development for the benefit of the good…

Outcome of Ondo poll, a further endorsement of APC, Tinubu’s administration – Deputy Senator President Barau

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has hailed the All Progressives Congress (APC) victory in Saturday’s governorship election in Ondo State, describing it as a further endorsement of the ruling party.   The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday declared Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the APC as the winner of last Saturday’s governorship election in Ondo State after polling 366,781 votes to defeat his major rival and candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Agboola Ajayi, who came second with 117,845 votes, while African Democratic Party’s…

APC mourns Lagos Mainland Party Chairman, Emmanuel Poluyi Boluwaji

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed sadness, over report of the passing of the Chairman of Lagos State Mainland Local Government Area chapter of the Party,Hon. Emmanuel Poluyi Boluwaji, fondly called “Pecker” by friends and associates.   The Party statement signed by Felix Morka, National Publicity Secretary read;   “our great Party mourns a skilled mobiliser and progressive political leader who dedicated his time, talents and resources to strengthening the Party’s solid political structure in the state. We remain ever thankful for his record of selfless service to the…

Tinubu congratulates Senator Okpebholo, on inauguration as Edo state Governor

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Senator Monday Okpebholo on his inauguration today as the Governor of Edo State. In his message, President Tinubu urged Governor Okpebholo to diligently work to enhance the living standards of the people of Edo State and make a significant impact during his tenure. Following his triumph in the state governorship election held on September 21, 2024, Okpebholo officially took over from former governor Godwin Obaseki. Reflecting on the transition, President Tinubu noted that after eight years under Obaseki’s administration, Edo State…

APC holds Ondo State Governorship Election Campaign Grand Finale On Wednesday

Emporium Reporters

The All Progressives Congress (APC)has scheduled its Ondo State Gubernatorial Campaign Grand Finale Rally, as follows:   Date: Wednesday, 13th November, 2024   Venue: MKO Abiola Democracy Park, Akure, Ondo State   Time: 10am   The Ondo state gubernatorial election is scheduled to be held on Saturday, 16th November, 2024.   Signed:   Felix Morka, Esq. National Publicity Secretary All Progressives Congress (APC)

APC mourns Senior Staff, Isaiah Edegbo

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has mourned the death of a senior member of staff of its National Secretariat, Mr. Isaiah Edegbo, which sad and sudden event took place on Monday, 28th October, 2024, in Abuja.   The late Mr. Edegbo, who hails from Dekina LGA of Kogi state, was 48 years old. Until his passing, he was a Deputy Director in the Organization Department of the National Secretariat.   He attended CMML Primary School, Anyigba (1981-1986); Kizito Seminary, Idah (1986-1992); Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria where he obtained Diploma in…

APC reacts to Punch Editorial,reaffirms commitment to constitutional democracy

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The All Progressive Congress APC has reacted to the Punch Editorial of October 23, 2024, said it is a disturbing affront to responsible journalism.   Felix Morka, National Publicity Secretary in a release said; “That piece was nothing short of rough stitches of misinformation and distortions designed to fuel mass hysteria against President Bola Tinubu administration’s economic policies, and advance the organization’s fixation bias in service of base interests.   “The termination of military dictatorship and return to civilian democracy in 1999 marked a major turning point in the country’s…

Rotimi Amaechi utterances, irresponsible and unpatriotic – APC

Lukman Laleye Babalola

All Progressive Congress APC has reacted to the recent interview granted by the former Minister of Transport and Governor of Rivers state, Rotimi Amaechi where he berated Nigerian youth for not protesting “high cost of living” in the country to his morbid satisfaction. The ruling party in a statement signed by National Publicity Secretary,Felix Morka, accused the former Governor of inciting anarchy, added that his act is irresponsible and unpatriotic. The statement partly read; “Amaechi’s comments are insensitive, god-awful and unpatriotic, coming from one of Nigeria’s longest serving and highest…

Kano SSG’s sister joins APC, says I will bring my brother soon

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A sister to the Secretary to the Kano State Government (SGG), Dr Baffa Bichi, Hajiya Lami, has dumped the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC). Lami, a women mobiliser in Kano State, while announcing her exit from the NNPP at the residence of the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, in Abuja, said she would bring her brother to the APC. Baffa, who was the Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TetFund) between 2016 and 2019 during President Muhammadu Buhari’s…

Hardship: “I Am Angry I Can Not Afford Diesel Again” — Rotimi Amaechi laments

Emporium Reporters

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has expressed frustration over the perceived complacency of Nigerians in the face of ongoing economic challenges. In an interview with Igbere TV, Amaechi criticized the lack of proactive responses from the populace, particularly the youth, regarding the rising cost of living.     Amaechi, who previously served as the Governor of Rivers State, noted that he anticipated a surge of protests from young people demanding action against the deteriorating economic conditions.   He said, “People should be angry because you cannot see a group…