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Borno APC has no hand in sealing up of NNPP acclaimed Secretariat in Maiduguri– Says Dalori

Published

2 years ago

August 26, 2022

Ochuwa Ibrahim

Borno APC has no hand in sealing up of NNPP acclaimed Secretariat in Maiduguri– Says Dalori

By Our Reporter

The Borno State Chapter of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC has distance itself from the sealing up of a residential building that was alleged to have been illegally converted to a Secretariat by the acclaimed leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, and its 2023 senatorial candidate (Borno central), Hon Mohammed Attom in Abbaganaram area of Maiduguri metropolis.

Recall that, armed policemen stormed the newly refurbished building on Thursday and took over control, a situation that even the Police Commissioner, CP Abdu Umar told Journalists that, his men were deployed to the building to halt breakdown of law and order by aggrieved residents who felt the new Secretariat was constituting nuisance to the general public.

In a press statement signed by the Chairman of the APC in Borno state, Hon Ali Bukar Dalori, a copy which was made available to our Correspondent on Friday expressed shock that the NNPP as an upcoming opposition party will point an accusing fingers on the APC or Governor Babagana Zulum over the controversy between officials of Borno Urban Development Board (BUDB) and the owner of the property, Hon Attom.

“Our attention has been drawn to an unsubstantiated claims that Borno APC and His Excellency, Governor Babagana Zulum were responsible for the sealing up of NNPP Secretariat in Maiduguri as alleged.

“As Chairman of Inter-Party Advisory Committee, IPAC, the umbrella body of all registered political parties in Nigeria, I want to emphatically state that, the APC in Borno has high respect for all political parties in the state, and by extension the National Leader of the NNPP, Rabiu Kwankwaso who was our former card carrying member before jumping out of the ship.

“To put the record straight, and as the law -abiding members of our great party are concern, we are not part of what happened between NNPP, officials of BUDB, the police and aggrieved residents of Abbaganaram where the sealed office is located.

“The Borno APC and Governor Zulum are not aware of their travails. I reiterate, as a law -abiding ruling party in the state, our party, the APC has never laid siege on even the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party’s, PDP’s property, talk less of an upcoming party, the NNPP.

“Secondly, from investigation available to our party, what transpired yesterday (Thursday), the Governor, Babagana Zulum neither the APC was aware of the development.

“This development was directly between an agency of government saddled with the responsibility of regulating and controlling buildings. Now, the NNPP Secretariat is located within the heart of the Maiduguri metropolis and its environs. It was a residential house prior to its forceful conversion and repainting it to NNPP office.

“As a result of illegally converting the said building into a party office, hoodlums and political thugs started hibernating in that place, and started smoking Indian helms and other sort of drugs thereby creating nuisance to the residents in that area. This prompted residents to petition the Borno Urban Development Board, BUDB.

“The BUDB, as an agency swung into action, and realizes that such property was a residential building, which brought about their fracas.

“Likewise, on the other building Hon. Attom was talking about, and with information at our Disposal revealed that, an approval was given to him to construct a 3-storey building, in violation of that approval, he constructed 5-storey building. Beside, several notices were sent to him, but he felt to acknowledge receipt or show up.

“So, that was what prompted Agency of Government to seal his office and then stop- work notice was sent to him.

“Therefore, the APC has not played any role, the fracas is between Hon. Attom and Agency of Government, not even the Governor of Borno or the APC behind it.

“On this note, the general public should be much aware that the APC, since taking over of office, has never been a party to enforce impunity. The candidates of the NNPP including its gubernatorial candidate, Dr Umar Alkali were just trying to get cheap popularity and sympathy from the law-abiding citizens of Borno, as they are crying more than the bereaved.

“If he (Attom) has alluded to the fact that, it was because of the coming of Rabiu Kwankwaso to Maiduguri, the man in question is not coming here today, Kwankwaso is billed to be in Maisuguri on 27th of this month, so what is the correlation between today and the date slated for the visit?.

“So, Attom’s claims is childish and we will respond to him at an appropriate time when campaigns started, as we have much respect to the 2022 Electoral Act and guidelines.

Borno APC has no hand in sealing up of NNPP acclaimed Secretariat in Maiduguri– Says Dalori

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Togo Elections: ECOWAS Deploys Election Observation Mission

Published

2 weeks ago

April 28, 2024

Ochuwa Ibrahim

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

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Re-run election into the national assembly, a Triumph of Democracy – Kwande

Published

3 months ago

February 22, 2024

Ochuwa Ibrahim

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

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APC-IGG: Ambassador Tsoken commends President Tinubu for intervening to ease hardship for Nigerians.

Published

3 months ago

February 13, 2024

Ochuwa Ibrahim

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.