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Ekiti 2018: Ojudu is the lead aspirant

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Ekiti 2018: Ojudu is the lead aspirant

 

 

There are clear indications that the Special Assistant to the President on Political Matters, Senator Babafemi Ojudu, may emerge top in the All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship primary election scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday 5 May 2018 in Ado Ekiti, the state capital.

Findings show that the journalist cum pro-democracy activist-turned-politician is well ahead of other aspirants in popularity among the delegates that are to decide who clinch the APC ticket for the governorship election slated for July 14, 2018.

Ojudu who started his ambition with a peace move among fractured party members in the state in April 2017, has earned popularity for himself as a loyal party man with genuine intent to liberate the people from present economic downturn traceable to governmental ineptitudes of the past.

Impeccable sources among the delegates to elect party candidate for the July election tomorrow disclosed that many minds have been made up to ensure Ojudu gets the ticket to put stability in the party and to ensure power do not slip from the party in the state again.

In Ado Ekiti, hometown of Ojudu, where the bulk of the votes would come, sources said the delegates have resolved to vote en-mass for their bold and brilliant son, in order to break the jinx of leadership exclusion that has trailed the capital city since the return to democracy.

The delegates are more concerned that out of the three major contenders in the race for the Oke Ayaba government office; only Ojudu has a clear record of seeing the party to the desired stardom and liberate the people from the current economic mess and political strangulations by the incumbent government.

Senator Babafemi Ojudu along with the Chief Segun Oni and Dr. Kayode Fayemi are the three major contenders for the Ekiti State number one post, with other 30 aspirants in their trail.

The snag with the chances of duo of Oni and Fayemi is said to be fundamental as they were scored them low in popularity by the teeming delegates, coupled with the fact that both have only a four-year single term to go before throwing the party into another serious electoral chaos.

Fayemi, findings revealed is the least desired the aspirants for want of leadership qualities that can restore power to the party and ensure unity among all party faithful.

Between 2000 and 2014, Fayemi’s administration was said to have been fraught with highhandedness, corruption and sundry governmental ineptitudes, which warranted his ouster in 2014 by the incumbent opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, led by Governor Ayodele Fayose

However, Fayose’s ignoble reign since then has inflicted so much poverty on the people resulting from leadership crudities, nonchalance and a display of high level ignorance that has plunged the state into untold hardship.

Oni on the other hand is widely seen as a usurper of PDP blood, merely fraternising with the APC with the aim of revenging what he saw as his betrayal by the incumbent governor Fayose. His closeness with former president Olusegun Obasanjo is also seen as an albatross.

It will be recalled that Fayose pitched his tent with Fayemi against Oni in the legal tussle that trailed the rigging of an election that brought the present APC to over three years legal tussle between 2007 and 2010. Oni was finally found guilty of electoral misdemeanours and power was given back to Fayemi.

Oni, with his loyalty to former president Olusegun Obasanjo, is believed to have one of his legs in the Social Democratic Party, SDP, where his godfather holds sway.

Many loyalists of Oni, we learnt, are already holding crucial positions in the Ekiti SDP, and are believed to be holding forth for Oni who cross-over is much anticipated than his winning the APC Saturday ticket.

Ojudu, the lead aspirant, has been involved in developmental projects in the state since its creation in 1996. He veered into elective politics when he contested alongside incumbent governor Fayose and thrashed the latter to a distant third, with a wide margin.

 

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NAWOJ: SEKINAT, CHARITY GETS VOTE OF CONFIDENCE 

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The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists,(NAWOJ), Ogun State Chapter Executives has unanimously passed a vote of confidence on Chairman NAWOJ SEKINAT Salam and the Financial Secretary, Charity James, saying that, their leadership reflect the ideal and objectives of NAWOJ.

 

This was revealed in a communique issued at an Emergency meeting of the Executive held at the NUJ State Council, Iwe-Iroyin in Abeokuta.

 

The vote of confidence on the Leadership of NAWOJ was unanimously signed by all the five executive members that attended the meeting with the vice chairperson taking apology for official engagement outside the state capital.

 

According to the communique ” Consequently, NAWOJ Ogun State Chapter, reaffirms it’s unwavering support and confidence in the Chairperson and the Financial Secretary, Sekinat Salam and Charity James respectively, Urge them to continue in their commitment to purposeful leadership in the best interest of the association and the society at large”.

 

Speaking briefly with Journalists after the emergency Executive meeting, the Chairperson, Nigeria Association of Woman Journalists (NAWOJ), Com. Sekinat Salam, said the meeting was necessary as the news of her suspension was laughable and insulting because it is like a pot calling a kettle black in this case, saying that the Leadership of the State Council, Com. Wale Olanrewaju has no local standing to suspend her or any executive member, even he cannot be a judge in his own case.

 

According to her” The Leadership of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ogun State led by Wale Olanrewaju has always been misusing power without recourse to the constitution of this noble Union, hence has no local standing to suspend me or any executive member “.

 

She said only the Central Working Committee (CWC) has the constitutional rights to sanction or suspend any members found wanting after due process has been followed.

 

While calling on members to stay calm, Com. Sekinat Salam assured members of positive representation of NAWOJ at both the State and National level, adding the success recorded under her administration cannot be overemphasized.

 

She therefore called on the National leadership of NUJ to critically look into the matter, either by setting up independent committee to investigate the issues and resolve the matter as quickly as possible.

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Adron Homes Chairman Congratulates Oyo State on 50 Years of Progress

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The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Adron Homes and Properties Limited, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, has congratulated the Government and people of Oyo State as the state marks its 50th anniversary, describing the occasion as a celebration of resilience, cultural pride, and sustained progress.

He noted that since its creation, Oyo State has remained a strong contributor to Nigeria’s socio-economic and cultural development, emerging as a hub of commerce, education, and innovation.

According to him, the Golden Jubilee offers a moment for reflection and renewed commitment by government, private sector players, traditional institutions, and citizens toward building a more inclusive and prosperous state.

Aare Emmanuelking commended the state’s ongoing transformation through investments in infrastructure, economic expansion, and human capital development, adding that sustainable growth is deliberate and must remain purpose-driven.

He also praised the leadership of the current administration while acknowledging the contributions of past leaders whose efforts laid the foundation for today’s Oyo State.

Reaffirming Adron Homes’ commitment to national development, he described Oyo State as a land of opportunity. He wished the state continued peace and prosperity, expressing confidence that the next fifty years will bring even greater achievements for the Pace Setter State and its people.

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TY BURATAI HUMANITY CARE FOUNDATION CONDOLES WITH BIU EMIRATE OVER TRAGIC ATTACK

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TY BURATAI HUMANITY CARE FOUNDATION CONDOLES WITH BIU EMIRATE OVER TRAGIC ATTACK

TY BURATAI HUMANITY CARE FOUNDATION CONDOLES WITH BIU EMIRATE OVER TRAGIC ATTACK

 

In a profound expression of sorrow, the TY Buratai Humanity Care Foundation has extended its heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and the entire people of Biu Emirate, Borno State, following the recent tragic attack attributed to Boko Haram. This devastating assault, which occurred at a work site in northeastern Nigeria, claimed the lives of dozens, including brave soldiers committed to protecting the nation.

In a statement released to the press and signed by the Chairman of the foundation, Ibrahim Dahiru Danfulani Sadaukin Garkuwan Keffi/Betara Biu, the Grand Patron of the Foundation, His Excellency Amb. Lt. Gen. Tukur Yusufu Buratai CFR (Rtd), former Chief of Army Staff, described the incident as “one too many senseless, barbaric, and ruthless displays of inhumanity.” His Excellency emphasized the heartbreaking impact of such attacks on innocent, hardworking citizens striving to make a positive difference in their communities.

The Grand Patron praised the swift and decisive response of military personnel during this critical time, underscoring their brave commitment to safeguarding the nation. He called upon them to maintain this momentum, commending their courage and sacrifice in the face of adversity. “May Almighty Allah forgive their souls and grant them Aljannah Firdouse,” he remarked, encouraging the nation to honor their spirit of sacrifice as they rally together to rebuild and restore hope across the region.

In his statement, Gen. Buratai highlighted the importance of collective action in overcoming the challenges posed by insecurity, urging concerned citizens to increase their efforts in fostering a virile community that future generations can cherish. “Together, we can surmount these troubles,” he asserted, calling on all patriotic leaders and citizens to unite in the fight against violence and insecurity.

TY BURATAI HUMANITY CARE FOUNDATION CONDOLES WITH BIU EMIRATE OVER TRAGIC ATTACK

The TY Buratai Humanity Care Foundation remains committed to supporting initiatives that promote peace, security, unity, and prosperity. As the foundation extends its condolences to the bereaved, it also calls upon all segments of society to collaborate in creating a better and safer future. May Allah guide and protect the nation and lead it toward enduring peace. Amen.

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