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Hon. Olowu Oluwaseyi wins PDP ticket for Shomolu Federal Constituency

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Hon. Oluwaseyi Olowu, a candidate for the House of Representatives on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has emerged winner of the party’s primary election for Shomolu Federal Constituency, Lagos State.

The returning officer, Michael Adeshina Odubote, declared Oluwaseyi as the winner at the end of the exercise held last Sunday at two venues, 30, Adaranijo Str, Kadupe Bus Stop, Opp Adaranijo Central Mosque, Pedro, Bariga, and Efon Alaiye hall,104 Apata Street, Somolu, Lagos State.

According to him, Owo Chicago, as Hon. Olowu is fondly called by his supporters, scored 33 votes to defeat his opponent, Aleshinloye Williams, who polled 1 vote from 36 accredited delegates.

With two invalid two votes, the returning officer said, “Oluwaseyi scored the highest number of votes cast, and hereby returned winner of the primary for Shomolu Federal Constituency.”

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The returning officer, Michael Adeshina Odubote, with the PDP candidate for Shomolu Federal Constituency, Oluwaseyi Olowu, when the latter was declared the winner during the party’s primary in Lagos

The winner urged his opponent and his supporters to join hands with him to ensure the success of the party in the 2023 general election saying no winner no vanquished.

He also appreciated the delegates for the confidence reposed in him and promised to carry everybody along.

“We thank God for today, I am happy but I believe the victory is for the party, the delegates, and everybody.

“I also believe that this is the beginning of the journey. We are still making moves to defeat the All Progressives Congress (APC), and by God’s grace we will be victorious.

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“As you can see, I am relating very well with my opponent; he is my close friend. We will work together to ensure victory in the 2023 general election,” he stated.

In a related development, Shittu Akorede and Adewumi Adebayo contesting for the Shomolu State Constituency I polled 8 votes each from 18 accredited delegates with two void votes.

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“Another date will be fixed for them to contest again since both aspirants polled the same number of votes,” the returning officer, Odubote, said.

Meanwhile, for Shomolu State Constituency II, Ajayi Ayodeji polled 13 votes, defeating his opponent, Abdul Azeez, who had just five votes out of 18 accredited delegates.

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APC caretaker chairman defends Wike amid Rivers State crisis, criticises Governor Fubara’s actions

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Rivers State political crisis

Tony Okocha, Chairman of the APC Caretaker Committee in Rivers State, has defended FCT Minister Nyesom Wike’s influence over Governor Siminalayi Fubara, describing Fubara as Wike’s “political investment.”

 

 

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Caretaker Committee Chairman in Rivers State, Tony Okocha, has defended Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike’s involvement in the Rivers State political crisis, describing Governor Siminalayi Fubara as Wike’s “political investment.”

During a media briefing in Abuja on Friday, Okocha cautioned critics against distorting the crisis narrative, affirming Wike’s role in elevating Fubara’s political career.

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Okocha, former Chief of Staff to ex-Governor Rotimi Amaechi, voiced frustration over media portrayals he deemed biased, stating, “The conversations going on around the state are skewed.

They need to hear our side of the story.” He dismissed accusations that Wike’s influence was hampering Fubara’s governance, contending instead that “Fubara was never a politician; he was a civil servant” before Wike’s support propelled him to the governorship.

Amid recent tensions, Okocha criticised Fubara’s handling of a directive from President Bola Tinubu and a court order to re-present the 2024 budget before the State House of Assembly led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule.

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He alleged that instead of following the agreed resolution, Fubara’s allies attempted to “blackmail” the president.

Okocha elaborated on a meeting where President Tinubu laid out an eight-point agenda for resolving the crisis, which included a directive for Fubara to re-present the budget to the full House.

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Fubara agreed initially, with Tinubu assuring him that his allies would not face reprisals. However, Okocha claimed that after the meeting, the narrative shifted, with reports that Fubara acted under duress.

Cautioning against any attempt to govern without a budget, Okocha concluded, “It is even dangerous for us as a state because you don’t have a limit for spending.” He reiterated the need for adherence to presidential and judicial resolutions to ensure stability in Rivers State.

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Botswana president Mokgweetsi Masisi concedes election, announces decision to “Step Aside”

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Botswana President Masisi steps aside after election defeat

President Mokgweetsi Masisi has announced his decision to step aside after a significant electoral defeat, congratulating the opposition on their victory.

 

 

Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Masisi declared his intention to step down after preliminary election tallies showed a decisive victory for the opposition.

Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Masisi congratulated the opposition and formally conceded the election.

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The loss marks a significant shift in Botswana’s political landscape, traditionally dominated by the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP).

Masisi’s gesture of concession underscores a commitment to democratic processes and a peaceful transition of power.

The defeat signals growing public demand for change, attributed by analysts to challenges in areas such as employment and governance transparency under the BDP’s long rule.

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Masisi’s decision to “step aside” sets a precedent for democratic accountability and could signal a new era of leadership in Botswana as the opposition prepares to assume governance responsibilities.

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Ex-Militant leader accuses President Tinubu of supporting instability in Rivers State

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Mujahid Asari-Dokubo Tinubu Wike Rivers State

Mujahid Asari-Dokubo has accused President Bola Tinubu of backing Minister Nyesom Wike in efforts to destabilise Rivers State and undermine Governor Sim Fubara.

 

 

Former Niger Delta militant leader Mujahid Asari-Dokubo has publicly accused President Bola Tinubu of supporting the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, in his alleged attempts to destabilise Rivers State.

During an appearance on Arise TV’s Morning Show, Asari-Dokubo expressed his disappointment with the President, claiming that Wike has been allowed to “run amok” and even procure court judgments aimed at removing the state governor, Sim Fubara.

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Asari-Dokubo, who is also a former president of the Ijaw Youth Council, stated, “For the President to allow his minister to run amok, procure judgment and all sorts, threatening the people of Rivers State… if you remove Fubara, something will happen. And that is it.”

He emphasized his position as a stakeholder in Rivers State, asserting that he felt let down by Tinubu’s actions, which he believes are contributing to unrest in the region.

Asari-Dokubo’s remarks reflect ongoing tensions in Nigerian politics, particularly regarding the dynamics between state and federal authorities.

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