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Okorocha denies N2.9bn fraud allegations, to remain in EFCC custody till May 31
Former Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha on Monday finally appeared before a Federal High Court in Abuja, where he pleaded not guilty to the N2.9 billion corruption charges brought against him by the Federal Government.The alleged fraud was said to have been perpetrated by Okorocha and one Anyim Inyerere with the use of their private companies between 2014 and 2016 when he held sway as the Executive Governor of Imo State.Though he denied all the charges, Okorocha has however engaged the services of four Senior Advocates of Nigeria, SANs, comprising Okey Amaechi, Solomon Umor, Ola Olanipekun, and Kehinde Ogunwumiju to…
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N80 billion Fraud: EFCC arrests Former Zamfara Governor, Yari over link with Accountant-General of the Federation
Former Governor of Zamfara State, Hon. Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).He was arrested over links with the N80 billion fraud involving the former Accountant-General of the federation, Alhaji Ahmad Idris.Yari was arrested at about 5pm on Sunday for allegedly benefitting to the tune of N22 billion from the N80 billion which the former Accountant General was alleged to have paid to one Akindele. The Accountant General of the Federation, Mr Idris was earlier arrested over allegations of money laundering and diversion of public funds to the tune of N80 billion.He has…
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Today, the battle to rebuild and unite our Country moves forward – Atiku says as he becomes PDP presidential flag bearer
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has pledged to rebuild and unite the country. He said this following his victory at the People’s Democratic party (PDP) presidential primary Atiku polled a total of 371 votes to defeat his closest challenger, Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State who garnered 237 votes and former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, who polled 70 votes.Reacting, Atiku on his Twitter page said he is honored and looks forward to passing the message of hope and unity to Nigerians. He wrote; “Today, the battle to rebuild and unite our great country moves forward. I’m honoured to be named…
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Thirty one persons die in a stampede at a church’s charity programme in Port Harcourt
Thirty-one persons have been confirmed dead in a stampede at a church event in Port Harcourt, Rivers state today, May 28. The Kings Assembly, a church in Port Harcourt was said to have sent out an invitation for people to come and get gift items including food. Some of the beneficiaries arrived yesterday while others arrived as early as 6am at the gate of Polo club which was already flooded with people. As soon as the bouncers opened the gate, they all rushed in. However, a stampede happened, resulting in the death of some persons. The number of casualties was…
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Suspended Catholic priest clinches APC guber ticket in Benue
Hyacinth Alia, a suspended priest in the Catholic Diocese of Gboko, Benue State, has emerged the winner of the just concluded All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship primary election in Benue state. Alia was suspended by the church after he joined the governorship race and picked the nomination forms of the ruling party.The priest was relieved of his duties temporarily on the grounds of the canon laws of the Catholic church which condemned participation in partisan politics.He has now defeated Barnabas Gemade, a former national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP; and Mike Aondoakaa, a former Attorney-General of the Federation…
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I’m not desperate to be President – Peter Obi
Former Anambra Governor Peter Obi has said that he is not “desperate” to become Nigeria’s president.On Thursday, the former governor resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).On Friday, Obi announced his decision to join the Labour Party, claiming that the party will help Nigeria become a manufacturing powerhouse.Speaking in an interview on Arise TV, he said he is only desperate to see the country work particularly for the sake of youths.“I’m not desperate to be president. I’m desperate to see Nigeria work, especially for the youths of this country,” he said.When asked if the PDP is not the right vehicle…
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The contest has been obscenely monitized – Hyatu-deen says as he withdraws from PDP Presidential race
A former Managing Director and Chief Executive of FSB International Bank, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen has withdrawn from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential race. He made this known in a letter addressed to the PDP National Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu, said interacting with Nigerians from all walks of life had reinforced his resolve that Nigeria must be saved, otherwise the future is doomed He alleged that the primary had been “obscenely monetised”. He said “My exposure locally and internationally and contributions to the nation’s economic and political well being positioned me to take up the challenges facing our dear nation and the…
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APC postpones presidential primary election to June
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has postponed its presidential primaries to June 6th and 7th.This is coming only a few hours before the original date of the exercise earlier slated for Sunday, May 29.The party made the decision after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) accepted appeals by political parties to extend the dates for them to conduct their primary elections.
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”Worrying times for the people of Adamawa” – Activist, Waspapping reacts to news of Sen. Aishatu Binani clinching Adamawa APC Governorship ticket
Popular Nigerian activist, Waspapping has condemned Adamawa delegates for allowing a woman win the APC governorship primary in the state. Senator Aishatu Binani beat the five other male aspirants to clinch the party’s Governorship ticket for Adamawa state Reacting to the news on his Twitter handle, he wrote”How can you allow a woman to win election? Worrying times for the people of Adamawa”
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I have gotten offers for VP slot, but I’ll Prefer to continue as Governor – Zulum
Babagana Zulum, governor of Borno, has said that he has been approached by presidential aspirants to be their running mate in the 2023 general election but would would rather continue as Governor He said this on Thursday during the governorship primary organised by the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. Zulum, who secured the APC governorship ticket, stated that he would rather prefer to focus on continuing on his achievements as governor. “As you all know, the APC will be holding presidential primaries this coming weekend. I have seen all kinds of promotional media content, including articles by notable…
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2023: Peter Obi joins Labour Party
Former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi has joined the Labour Party following his resignation from the People’s Democratic party (PDP)Obi confirmed this on his Twitter page on Friday as he registered with the party in his Agulu Ward in Anambra State. said:“ Since I resigned from the PDP because of issues that are at variance with my persona and principles, I have consulted widely with various parties and personalities to ensure we do not complicate the route to our desired destination.“ For me, the process of achieving our goal is as fundamental as what one will do thereafter.“Therefore, I…
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Senator Aishatu becomes Governorship flag bearer for the All Progressives Congress, APC in Adamawa state. Beats Ex-Governor Ribadu
Senator Aishatu Binani has emerged the Governorship candidate under the platform of the All Progressives Congress APC in Adamawa state. The result was announced by the Chairman of the APC Adamawa State Electoral Committee, Gambo Lawal on Friday According to the Presiding Officer for the poll, she scored 430 votes to defeat her closest contestant, a former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nuhu Ribadu, who got 288 votes. Binani beat five other contenders, all men, to clinch the ticket. Below is the breakdown of the result: Binani Aisha – 430Nuhu Ribadu – 288Bindow – 103.Wafari –…
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