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Dawn Of A New Era: Within One Week, Taraba Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas Has Touched All His Campaign Promises

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Dawn Of A New Era: Within One Week, Taraba Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas Has Touched All His Campaign Promises

 

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By Oluwatosin Alex

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sahara Weekly Reports That For several years, we have been made to believe as Nigerians that Governance is one of the most complex things in life. We have been made to see governance as the most difficult thing and political positions as a place where it takes years to make a significant achievement but it seems all of that was just fugazi.

 

 

 

 

Dawn Of A New Era: Within One Week, Taraba Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas Has Touched All His Campaign Promises

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In Nigeria especially, it’s a norm for politicians to make campaign promises and end up not fulfilling any of them. They blame their predecessors and the economic situation from the beginning of their administration till the end of it. When they finally leave, they go with the bulk of their campaign promises unfulfilled and still get away with it. However, the governor of Taraba state, Dr. Agbu Kefas has chosen a different path.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In previous articles, I predicted that Dr. Agbu Kefas will change the trajectory of governance in Nigeria through some of his plans I was privy to. As predicted, within his first week of governing Taraba state, he has touched and made an impact on all his campaign promises to the good people of the state.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

During his campaign, Dr. Agbu Kefas had just five manifestoes which were Education, economy and job creation, security, peace and unity, women and youth empowerment, and healthcare. Unlike the everyday politician, it’s obvious Dr. Agbu Kefas didn’t just come up with these points as his campaign mantra, they were well thought-through and worked out.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Let’s take this manifesto one after the others;

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On Education, yesterday Friday, 2nd Of June, 2023, Dr. Agbu Kefas declared a state of emergency on Primary and secondary schools in Taraba state. This is the first step to acknowledging that indeed, Education is at its worst in the state and starting a reform in the sector. Dr. Agbu Kefas plans to ensure education is accessible to everyone and as a very learned individual, wants indigenes of Taraba state to have topnotch academic treatment. This is indeed the way to go for the necessary reforms in the education sector.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On economy and Job creation, Dr. Agbu Kefas on Thursday, 1st Of June, 2023 declared that commuters will be allowed to work until midnight in the state to boost the night economy of Taraba state. No doubt, this is a development that came after studying other countries and well-to-do states, most of them rely on the night business to further boost the economy and increase the internally generated revenue of the state. Of course, opening up the night economy for business is a huge move for Taraba state and will affect the economy positively. Speaking of Job Creation, there is no point in creating more jobs when those who are currently working are being owed salaries, and with this understanding, Dr. Agbu Kefas has directed all outstanding salaries to be paid latest by Monday, 5th Of June, 2023. Other benefits in the coffers will in turn lead to massive job creation in Taraba state.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On security, peace, and unity, Dr. Agbu Kefas has met with different security agencies and has concluded plans to engage them to restore peace to Taraba state. Insecurity is the major menace in Taraba state and the governor, being a security expert, has devised means to tackle it. In no time, the people of Taraba state will testify.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Speaking of women and youth empowerment, Dr. Agbu Kefas has engaged 300 women and youth in cleaning the streets of Jalingo. They will be paid N20,000 monthly and that’s just for a start and to show that he is indeed committed to the service of the good people of Taraba state. This initiative is another means of job creation for the women and youths engaged. It’s never happened in the history of Taraba state but with Dr. Agbu Kefas, the never-seen-before has become a reality.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dr. Agbu Kefas is no doubt a different breed of a politician on account of all he has been able to achieve within his first week in office. His predecessors spent many years without achieving tangible results but in one week, he has given the people of Taraba a sign that he is ready to work for them and will do everything possible to ensure he delivers as promised.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With Dr. Agbu Kefas, Taraba State got it right this time!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oluwatosin Alex is a journalist and public affairs analyst

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BEHOLD THE BEAUTIFUL BRIDE OF OSADEBE AVENUE BECKONS

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In the spirits of the exigencies of present charged up political topical realities and conversations,I am inherently inclined to ruminate and juggle our consciousness around the personage of Hon Senator M.Okpebholo and his walk towards becoming the Governor of Edo State.

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Humanity has always been subsumed,inundated with transformative phases culminating into palpable tangible events and outcomes and leading to positive disruptive developmental changes.

Undoubtedly,ideas visions and actionable goals shapes our world into transcendental growth and transformative developments.

A purposeful and iconoclastic idea whose time has come breaks down all barriers and obstacles to shine and glow into unparalleled unbridled fruition and acceptance.

In this sense,it’s pertinent to encapsulate rather unequivocally that Senator M Okpebholo emergence as the flag bearer of APC in the forthcoming Edo State elections is an idealistic momentous indication of an idea whose time has come-he is the rave of the moment that everyone should reasonably pander to and readily identify with without hesitations or scruples.

Resoundingly loud in the lips of rational citizens and netizens in and beyond Edo State is the very unmistakable ubiquitous voices,agitations,drumming,clamoring,for the easy going,down to earth,soft spoken,unassuming,humane,humbleness personified mien of Hon Senator M Okpebholo whose time has come to become the Governor of Edo State.

Typically,analogically and apparently the difficulties encountered with attempting to stop a moving train is the same struggle and resistance cum obstinacy to be overcome all attempts to stop the movement of SMO trains into Osadebey Avenue.

Interestingly,but ironically rumor mill and social media tends to be irreverently awash with arguments and postulations for or against and about the antecedents and benevolent overtures of SMO in the past as indices,parameters and anecdotes or measuring yardstick for future performances upon emergence as Governor….and l am simply miffed,wondering and asking rhetorically for the umpteenth time a subliminal regurgitation of our memories as to the performances of our erstwhile Governor Oshiomhole Gov Obaseki,Gov Igbinedion,Gov Odigie Oyegun
before they became Governors of Edo State??

I will be stultified and jolted into coalesce,condescension and submission if one can point at a meaningful remembrance of any grandiose project or remarkable charitable contributions they made in their respective local governments or senatorial zones prior to their being elected as Governors.

Suffice to state that I am struggling to decipher the rationale behind the conversation that previous acts of charity and projects done becomes a major political indicator and justification for becoming a Governor of Edo state.

Therefore and rightly so,it aggregates to cheap assailable blackmail all attempts to profile Hon Senator M Okpebolo on the basis of his personal acts of charity as a vicarious lens of assessment and for voting him into Office as Governor or otherwise.

He is irrevocably the beautiful bride of Edo Politics whose time is now.
An impeccable candidate with no baggages.He is his self cheerleader.
He is your everyday people person who operates an open door policy.
He is a rare silent achiever and an astute leader with pedigree of talking less but doing more.
He is an asset and a gift to Edo State

He is not your regular run of the mill boastful politician who speaks with both sides of the mouth denigrating with prism alluring lies uncensored

In the main,the whole essence of political participation is intended to make policy decisions that could shape up and lead to definitive changes,gains and democratic reforms for the generality of the public interest.

And l boldly posit unapologetically that voting Hon Senator M Okpebholo as Governor of Edo State is a wise choice to make come Election Day cos he will walk the talk by matching words with actionable and transformative deliverables of democratic dividends upon becoming the Governor of Edo State.

 

BEHOLD THE BEAUTIFUL BRIDE OF OSADEBE AVENUE BECKONS

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Ondo governorship aspirant, Akintelure is dead

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Ondo governorship aspirant, Akintelure is dead

 

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Sadly, one of the frontline governorship aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, Paul Akintelure, is dead.

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Before his untimely demise, Akintelure had raised concerns about both direct and indirect threats to his life.

 

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He had expressed hope that the situation would improve over time but sadly, it escalated as the APC governorship primary election scheduled for April 25 approached.

Akintelure’s alarm on threat to life

Akintelure in a statement released by his spokesperson, Oladapo Akintelure, on Thursday, March 21, 2023, said, “Initially, I hope these incidents would dissipate over time, yet regrettably, they have escalated to pose a serious threat to my life”

“The threats against me only strengthen my resolve to stand up for what is right and just. I will not allow fear to dictate our path forward.

“Let us embrace peace, progress, and unity. Our collective strength lies in our to stand together as one, regardless of our differences.”

Political background

Recall Akintelure ran as the deputy governorship candidate of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) with Rotimi Akeredolu (the incumbent Ondo State governor) against Olusegun Mimiko, the then Labour Party flagbearer, who won the election.

Earlier, he had contested the senatorial election against the Peoples Democratic Party candidate, but he was defeated.

He was a medical doctor and hailed from Igbotako, Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State.

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Senegal: 44 Year Old Faye To Be Announced Winner As Opposition Parties Concede Defeat

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Senegal opposition candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye, a political newcomer popular among the country’s disaffected youth, was set to be declared the next president after his main rival called him on Monday to concede defeat.

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Provisional results showed Faye with about 53.7% and Amadou Ba – from the current ruling coalition – with 36.2% based on tallies from 90% of polling stations in the first-round vote, the electoral commission said.

 

 

Senegal: 44 Year Old Faye To Be Announced Winner As Opposition Parties Concede Defeat

Ba and President Macky Sall both congratulated Faye, who turned 44 on Monday. They hailed the outcome as a win for Senegal, whose reputation as one of West Africa’s most stable democracies took a hit when Sall postponed the vote.
“The Senegalese people have reinforced the good health of our democracy.. I wish him (Faye) success at the head of our country,” Ba said.

A peaceful transition of power in Senegal would mark a boost for democracy in West Africa, where there have been eight military coups since 2020.

Some of the juntas that seized power have cut ties with traditional power-brokers in the region such as France and the United States, and turned instead to Russia for help in their fight against a jihadist insurgency spreading through countries that neighbour Senegal.

Senegal’s international bonds rose on reports that Faye was close to being declared a winner, reversing sharp falls from earlier in the day.

Many hope the vote will bring stability and an economic boost after three years of unprecedented political turbulence which saw several waves of deadly anti-government protests.

“I am happy to see there is a wind of change,” said Tall, an opposition supporter who joined revellers during the night as street celebrations broke out in anticipation of Faye’s victory.

“It is wonderful because democracy has won. Many thought it would not happen,” he said, only wishing to give his first name.

Full, official results are expected to be announced by the Dakar appeals court on Friday.

YOUNG VOTERS
Faye has not publicly spoken since he cast his vote. He owes much of his success to the backing of firebrand opposition leader Ousmane Sonko, who was barred from running due to a defamation conviction.

The two former tax inspectors, who were both released from jail this month, campaigned together under the slogan “Diomaye is Sonko”, promising to fight corruption and prioritise national economic interests.

They are particularly popular among young voters in a country where more than 60% of people are under 25 and struggle to find jobs.

Police crackdowns on protests, the government’s failure to cushion rising living costs and concerns Sall would seek to extend his mandate beyond constitutional limits buoyed the opposition.

Anger crystallised around Sonko’s prosecution only grew when authorities sought to postpone the vote, initially scheduled to take place in February, by 10 months.

Investors are meanwhile wary about a potential change in leadership to an anti-establishment government that may not pursue the same business friendly policies seen under Sall’s government that has attracted investments into infrastructure.

Senegal is set to start producing oil and gas this year.
Faye has promised a raft of changes including plans to renegotiate the country’s oil and gas contracts, though he sought to reassure investors last week that the country would respect its external commitments.

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