Politics
2023: Group mobilises for Tinubu, Sule in Nasarawa
2023: Group mobilises for Tinubu, Sule in Nasarawa
A socio-political group, Progressives Women Forum, Nasarawa chapter, has commenced massive mobilisation for Sen. Bola Tinubu’s presidential ambition and Gov. Abdullahi Sule’s second term in office.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the group held a rally on Monday in Lafia in support of Tinubu and the re-election of the governor.
Addressing the rally, the group’s Chairperson in Nasarawa, Mrs Alice Cypril-Wakama, said the support for the two All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates was due to their records of achievements.
She described the APC presidential candidate as a detribilised Nigerian who had been tested and proven to be trusted.
Cypril-Wakama noted that when Tinubu was the governor of Lagos, he appointed competent persons in his cabinet from different states and zones owing to their capacity to help him develop the state.
“Tinubu mentored them and today, most of them are in high places at various levels, such as ministers, governors and even the Vice-President of Nigeria, and they are doing the country proud.
“He (Tinubu) also improved the internally-generated revenue (IGR) of Lagos to the extent that today, even without allocation from the federation account, the state can sustain itself,” she added.
The chairperson also noted that Sule deserved re-election, as he had ensured that peace and security returned to the state since his assumption of office as governor in 2019.
She added that the governor had also implemented civil servants’ 13-year promotion arrears and the N30,000 minimum wage, while he employed more than 3,000 teachers across the state.
Cypril-Wakama listed some of the roads constructed by the governor to include: Shinge road, Abuja and Al-Makura roads in Lafia, Udege road in Nasarawa, Farin-Ruwa road in Wamba as well as the ongoing dualisation of Lafia and Keffi roads.
Other projects, according to her, are: bus terminals at Lafia and Karu as well as Akwanga, Keffi and Nasarawa-Eggon markets, aside school infrustructure, among others.
She called on women and youths to shun politics of sentiment and vote for APC candidates in all elections.
Mrs Cypril-Wakama said that the group would embark on door-to-door and community-to-community campaign to ensure victory for its candidates.
Also speaking, the group’s Organising Secretary, Jenifer Joseph, said their support for the two candidates was based on their records, capacities and capabilities to deliver.
She urged the electorate to campaign on issues and stop talking about age, as it was never a prerequisite for success of leaders anywhere in the world, with Nigeria not an exception.
Joseph assured women that the candidates would prioritise the issue of women in their administration to enable them contribute to the development of the country.
2023: Group mobilises for Tinubu, Sule in Nasarawa
Togo Elections: ECOWAS Deploys Election Observation Mission
By: Michael Mike
The President of the Economic Community of West African States ( ECOWAS) Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, has deployed an Election Observation Mission of 40 observers to Togo to monitor the legislative and regional elections scheduled for 29 April 2024
According to a statement at the weekend, the mission is in line with the provisions of Article 12 of the ECOWAS Supplementary Protocol on Democracy and Good Governance and constitutes support from the regional organisation to its Member States for the conduct of their elections.
The mission is led by the former Vice-President of The Gambia, Mrs Fatoumata Jallow-Tambajang.
According to the statement, the mission is made up of Ambassadors from Member States accredited to ECOWAS; representatives of the ECOWAS Court of Justice and Parliament; Civil Society Organisations; media professionals and election observation specialists from the West African region.
It revealed that: “This observation mission is being deployed following the recommendations of a pre-election fact-finding mission that visited Togo from 15 to 20 April 2024 to assess the preparatory phases of the elections.
“During its stay in Togo, the observation mission will hold consultations with the main stakeholders in the electoral process and monitor the voting process up to 29 April 2024.”
Togo Elections: ECOWAS Deploys Election Observation Mission
Re-run election into the national assembly, a Triumph of Democracy – Kwande
By: Bodunrin Kayode
A Plateau elder Ambassador Yahaya Kwande has described the just concluded re-run election into the national assembly as a Triumph of Democracy.
In a release titled Congratulations to the Winners of Plateau State Bye Elections of February 3, 2024, he noted that the entire exercise was a victory to the people of the state.
“With great joy and profound gratitude, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected Senator, (Plateau North Senatorial District), Prince Pam Mwadkwon Dachungyang, and the Member of the House of Representatives, (Jos North/Bassa Constituency), Hon. Daniel Asama, on their resounding victory in the recently concluded bye election held in Plateau State.
“Your triumph is a testament to the true spirit of democracy and the unwavering support of the people.
“I have no doubt that both Prince Pam Mwadkon and Hon. Daniel Asama will live up to the aspirations and expectations of the voters, as they embark on this noble responsibility of representing their constituents. May your tenure be marked by dedication, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of progress for our beloved state and nation.
“As we celebrate this momentous milestone, let us not forget the challenges we faced during the post-2023 elections period. It is my sincere hope that Plateau State will swiftly recover from the divisions and tussles that marred our unity. Let us unite as one, for the strength of our state lies in our togetherness.
“It is essential for the government and the people to undertake immediate measures to reconcile and bridge the gaps that have emerged. We must never forget that every citizen, irrespective of their religion or ethnicity, is entitled to their fundamental rights. The use of religion as a tool of disfranchisement must cease; we must affirm that citizenship rights are not conditional on faith.
“Let us also strive to recapture the lost glory of our state, when Jos was hailed as the political Mecca of Nigeria, attracting momentous political events and embracing politicians from all shades and ideologies. We can revive this legacy by nurturing an environment that exudes peace, openness, and security for all. Together, we can restore Plateau State as a beacon of democratic excellence.
“In conclusion, I express my utmost optimism for the future of Plateau State. I extend my deepest appreciation to all who peacefully participated in the bye election, be it as candidates or enthusiastic supporters. Our journey towards progress and development continues, and I am confident that we will stand united, empowered by the unwavering spirit of our people.” said Kwande.
Re-run election into the national assembly, a Triumph of Democracy – Kwande
Politics
APC-IGG: Ambassador Tsoken commends President Tinubu for intervening to ease hardship for Nigerians.
APC-IGG: Ambassador Tsoken commends President Tinubu for intervening to ease hardship for Nigerians.
By: Jabiru Hassan
The National President of the APC Initiative for Good Governance (APC-IGG), Ambassador Musa Mohammed Tsoken, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for intervening to ease the hardships affecting Nigerians.
In a message he issued to newsmen in Abuja on Monday, Ambassador Tsoken described President Tinubu as a leader with listening war by giving a marching order for the release of different food items to ease hardships for the people of Nigeria, which is a good initiative.
”APC-IGG has recognized what Mr. President has done in order to ease the hardship affecting the people on the food price hike, which is very good foresight from our leader. We therefore thank all those who have helped with the implementation of the process to release the food items from the federal government reserves across the country for their well-deserved thought.” The statement was added.
Ambassador Musa Mohammed Tsoken reassured the people of Nigeria that the APC Initiative for Good Governance would continue to work selflessly in order to ensure that Nigeria is progressive under the present democratic dispensation without bias.
Amb Tsoken emphasizes that the emergence of His Excellency Sen. Dr. George Akume as the Secretary to the Government of the Federation depicts the fact that President Bola Ahmad Tinubu has reliable and credible individuals who have verse experience in governance from all ramifications; therefore, the deliverance of democratic dividends is something that Nigerians should believe in its workability and full efficacy in the near future, considering the fact that some of the policies and programs of the Renewed Hope Agenda have started gaining sway in the lives of the citizenry, he concluded.
APC-IGG: Ambassador Tsoken commends President Tinubu for intervening to ease hardship for Nigerians.
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