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Dino Melaye: A politician and his pains of defeat
Dino Melaye: A politician and his pains of defeat
By: James Bwala
Dino Melaye is already restless. Like I said of him in the past, he needs help. The pain from the blow of defeat left our Dino prowling the streets of Abuja and he is just announcing to the public that he is inviting his colleagues elsewhere to join him into all forms of dirty jobs he intends to carry out. Perhaps he still wants to show the world how unfortunate he was and is about to be by flooding the city of Abuja with what he called ‘Area Boys’. Of course, we know this kind of political play but we have confidence in our police and men of the drug law enforcement and therefore, urged them to lookout for Dino Melaye and his brewing maggots.
If anything, I pity former Senator Dino Melaye coming out to make unholy statement against the President elect in such a manner that only depicts how frustrated he was over the presidential election. There is a video in circulation where an area boy in Adamawa was asking Dino Melaye why he left him behind. The man in the video said Dino Melaye is a long time friend and that they have been smoking Indianhem together. I will not be surprise if he (Dino Melaye) is tactically using the defeat of the February elections to invite his old friends to disrupt the peace of the capital city.
Moves by Dino Melaye since he stage a walkout at the collation centre in Abuja and his subsequent utterances are an indication to such treacherous move to mar the peace of the city of Abuja. But the good news is that many Nigerians are conversant with his style. The President elect has governed Lagos state for eight years and have reduced the number of cases about the ‘area boys’ to minimal that occurances as Dino Melaye was trying to hatch has been forgotten. If there are such cases coming, it is only going to show his next plan at disrupting peace.
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Many area boys which he is now mentioning including the area father have long relocated to Abuja years before Tinubu takes the first step of his political victory. The edge he got to rule the country when he beats Atiku and Obi in the February 25 general elections was purely of the people’s choice. To say that because Tinubu win the election ‘Area Boys’ are coming to invade Abuja is but a cheap imagination of a drawning man like Dino Melaye unless he (Dino Melaye) is hatching eggs of the dragons. Those who have been fighting Tinubu, Shettima ticket are known to be part of the Dino movement. Not even Charlie Boy could agree with Dino Melaye on this unless if he is also relinquishing his position known for decades as the ‘Area Father’ to Dino Melaye.
Dino Maleya is already confused. His plans are shattered by the political defeat. The Hausas would say “Ba Tsun-tsun ba Tarko.’ It is very unfortunate that while some of his comrades during the Campaigns are coming to terms with the reality, the Kogi politician who have lost everything politically is still living in the dreams that his party is still holding sway even when his paid master and some states where they appeared strong are putting down their fighting tools in surrender to the facts that the game was over.
According to Dino Melaye, they (perhaps Dino and his ‘Area Boys’ would not allow a person with amnisia to rule them. Well, if he agrees that he is human and not some gods? Then, we shall remind him again that human has limitations to what the gods can do. And since he can neither give good health nor life to a fellow man, we pray that he aged well in his own eyes. Tinubu is human with all human infirmity, we wish him well and hope that God guides him to give us a better Nigeria under his leadership.
Dino Melaye: A politician and his pains of defeat
Senator Lawan condoles APC Northeast Youth Forum chairman over the demise of his father
By: Yahaya Wakili
President of the Ninth Senate, Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan PhD, GCON, Sardaunan Bade, Yobe North Senatorial District, has paid a condolence visit to the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Northeast Youth Forum, Haruna Adamu Sardaunan, over the passing of his beloved father, Mallam Adamu Isa Bulama, at Potiskum.
During the visit, President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ahmed Lawan, prayed for the repose of his soul.
Senator Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, PhD, GCON, urged his son, Haruna, to draw strength from his father’s memory and continue along the path of dedicated services to our people.
Mallam Adamu Isa Bulama, until his demise, was the chairman of the Yobe State Hunters Association.
Senator Lawan extended his deepest condolences to Haruna and his family and prayed that Allah (SWT) grants them the fortitude to bear this great loss.
“May the soul of Mallam Adamu Isa Bulama rest in Aljannatul Firdaus Amin, Sardaunan prays.
Senator Lawan condoles APC Northeast Youth Forum chairman over the demise of his father
Edo Election: ActionAid Nigeria Calls for Prosecution of those involved in Electoral Fraud
By: Michael Mike
ActionAid Nigeria has called for the prosecution of those that were involved in electoral fraud in the just concluded gubernatorial election in Edo State
A statement on Thursday by the NGO Country Director, Andrew Mamedu, said:
“it is important that those responsible for undermining the will of the people are held accountable. The government must be unequivocally reminded that its foremost duty is to serve the interests of the citizens, not to facilitate or condone actions that silence their voices.”
Mamedu said: “For over 15 years, ActionAid Nigeria has been consistent in her work around electoral processes in Nigeria including observing elections in the 36 states and FCT, although not physically present to observe the just concluded Edo State governorship election, we stand firmly in solidarity with our fellow Civil Society organisations and partners who have reported significant irregularities throughout the electoral process. This election has been marred by serious allegations of manipulation and rigging, as thoroughly documented by multiple civil society groups within the state. Disturbing accounts of disruptions at collation centers, including intimidation of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials and attempts to manipulate results contrary to established electoral provisions, have raised profound concerns about the integrity of the electoral process.
“We recognise that INEC has acknowledged reports of result tampering and has pledged to investigate any proven violations but their track record in conducting free, fair, and transparent elections has been severely undermined by persistent accusations of inefficiency, manipulation, and undue political influence. While the investigation is a step in the right direction, it is important that these investigations translate into swift and effective action.
“Also, beyond the investigation, it is important that those responsible for undermining the will of the people are held accountable.”
He added that: “The time has also come to critically reassess INEC’s role in our electoral system. When an institution entrusted with safeguarding democracy continuously falters, we must explore alternatives. Nigerians deserve an electoral body that is genuinely independent, transparent, and accountable. There is a need to reform INEC as a commission in order to make it more efficient, effective and accountable in carrying out its mandate as an electoral umpire.”
Mamedu said: “A comprehensive electoral reform in Nigeria is urgently needed. First, there must be a complete overhaul of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to create a more transparent, accountable, and independent body, free from political influence and led by individuals of proven integrity.”
He called for more roles for civil society organisations and international observers in Nigeria’s electoral process, stating that: “Civil society organisations and international observers should play a more significant role in observing elections, ensuring that their recommendations are taken seriously, with mechanisms in place for swift action against misconduct.”
He added that: “The adoption of more robust electoral technologies, such as biometric voting systems and real-time result transmission, is crucial to minimizing fraud.
“Security personnel must also be deployed impartially to prevent violence and intimidation, ensuring that party agents, the media, and observers have full access to maintain electoral integrity. It is essential to incorporate technologies like the BVAs and IREV into the Electoral Act.
“The judiciary must uphold its role as the guardian of democracy, prioritising electoral cases with swift, evidence-based verdicts. Any officials found complicit in electoral fraud must be held accountable, necessitating comprehensive reforms in the judicial sector to ensure just outcomes.”
Edo Election: ActionAid Nigeria Calls for Prosecution of those involved in Electoral Fraud
Ize-Iyamu congratulates Edo deputy governor-elect Dennis Idahosa
By: Michael Mike
Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu has extended his warm congratulations to Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa on his election as the Deputy Governor of Edo State. In a congratulatory message, Ize-Iyamu praised Idahosa’s victory as a reflection of his dedication to public service, noting that the people of Ugboko in Orhionmwon Local Government Area, Idahosa’s maternal hometown, are particularly proud of his achievement.
Ize-Iyamu highlighted that Idahosa’s success represents not only his hard work but also his deep connection with the aspirations of the people of Edo State. He expressed confidence in Idahosa’s ability, alongside Governor-elect Sen. Monday Okpebholo, to drive significant progress in the state, given his wealth of experience and passion for development.
He further prayed for wisdom, strength, and courage for the newly elected leaders as they take on the challenges ahead, emphasizing the hope that Edo State would experience peace, unity, and prosperity under their leadership. Ize-Iyamu also expressed optimism about the positive impact the duo would have on the advancement of Orhionmwon Local Government Area.
Ize-Iyamu wished Idahosa success in his tenure as Deputy Governor and looked forward to the transformative leadership he would bring to Edo State.
Ize-Iyamu congratulates Edo deputy governor-elect Dennis Idahosa
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