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Edo leaders slam PDP, Obaseki
Edo leaders slam PDP, Obaseki
· Pronounce Okpebholo next governor
· Say September 21 election will be violence-free
By: Our Reporter
Top political leaders in Edo State on Sunday slammed the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) for spreading unfounded rumour, refusing to sign the peace agreement and envisaging election violence.
They also urged PDP and Labour Party members in the state to shun violence in the September 21 governorship election.
At a meeting to review strategies for the September 21 governorship election, the leaders expressed belief in Okpebholo’s capacity to restore trust in government and open new business and investment.
‘’ ’There is a strong hunger for change right now in Edo State. There is no question about APC’s expected victory as the party has very strong connection to the grassroots in the state’’
The notable leaders spoke with deep sincerity on the APC candidate’s approach, skill at persuasion and ethos.
They hailed Okpebholo for making a positive difference in the lives of the people of Esanland.
‘’Senator Monday Okpebholo is the candidate that is strong on the economy, security, infrastructure and welfare programmes’’.
Dr. Amos Obasuyi, spokesman of the Edo Rescue Mission 2024, in a statement in Igueben pronounced the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, as ‘’ the right man for the governorship job’’.
‘’Senator Monday Okpebholo will run an economy driven by the private sector, improve the business environment, empower the people and ensure good governance and unity in the state’’
The influential people in Edo politics listed infrastructure, healthcare, security and, education, agriculture, industrialization, minimum wage and good jobs for all as areas of interest to the APC governorship candidate.
‘’Senator Monday Okpebholo will attract foreign investments, lower certain taxes to encourage industrialization and get rid of useless regulations that discourage economic development. He will push for more investments in roads, bridges and infrastructure’’
The statement emphasized Okpebholo’s exceptional creativity, liveliness and positive leadership traits.
’’Senator Monday Okpebholo will increase public education funding and expand state’s literacy programmes’’
The statement also highlighted economic growth, a strong focus on modern education for our children, meaningful infrastructural development that properly integrates our state from end to end, qualitative, consistent and accessible healthcare and expansion in private sector led industry that takes our youth of the streets.
They praised Okpebholo for having the type of empathy and direction Edo State needs
‘’Edo North people are looking up to Okpebholo. The Esan hope is in Okpebholo. The Benin people want Okpebholo to be the next governor of Edo State’’
They said Okpebholo has the record to govern Edo State and that the people of the state were ready to take their destiny in their hands through Okpebholo in the September 21 polls.
‘’Senator Monday Okpebholo has ideas and understands the current challenges’’
Edo leaders slam PDP, Obaseki
Troops rescue six victims of Boko Haram abduction in Adamawa
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), in collaboration with the Police, Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) and other security agencies, have rescued six victims abducted by suspected Boko Haram insurgents in Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa.
Source who confirmed the rescue to Zagazola Makama said the victims were kidnapped on Aug. 22, following an attack on a Fulani settlement at Shuwa-Yinagu junction in Madagali.
“On Aug. 30, at about 5:20 p.m., as a result of sustained and continuous onslaught and combing of the Sambisa fringes by the combined team of troops of OPHK, Police, CJTF and other security agencies, the six abducted victims were rescued unhurt,” the source said.
According to the sources, those rescued include: Bakari Joda, Abdullahi Jugal, Saleh Abba Iya, Mallam Gunyal, Buba Daye, and Adama Isah.
The sources further said the victims were taken to Gulak Cottage Hospital for medical examination, later debriefed, and reunited with their families.
The source reiterated that troops of Operation Hadin Kai remain resolute in ongoing clearance operations to flush out insurgents and restore peace across the North-East.
Troops rescue six victims of Boko Haram abduction in Adamawa
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA in collaboration with the Police have repelled an attempted banditry attack in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on Sunday at about 9:15 a.m. when suspected armed bandits launched an attack on a military patrol team behind the Faskari Local Government Secretariat, situated on the outskirts of the town.
“A heavy gun duel ensued which lasted for nearly an hour, forcing the bandits, who initially mobilised in large numbers, to retreat. Their mission was completely foiled with several casualties on their side,”the source said.
The source, however, confirmed that a naval rating, an Ordinary Seaman, was fatally shot during the exchange and died from his injuries.
The sources said that the area had been cleared, normalcy restored, and efforts intensified to track down the fleeing assailants had been lunched.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Katsina
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA rescue 17 kidnapped girls in Sokoto, two farmers killed
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with police and local vigilantes, have rescued 17 kidnapped girls in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the rescue followed a coordinated response to an attack by armed bandits on Aug. 31.
The source said the bandits, in large numbers, invaded Bargaja village and abducted girls who had gone to fetch firewood in the forest.
“In the process, the criminals shot and killed two farmers who were working on their farms before security forces mobilised to the scene.
“Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, supported by police tactical teams and vigilantes, engaged the bandits in a heavy gun battle which lasted for hours.
“The joint forces successfully rescued the 17 kidnapped girls, while the bandits retreated towards the Niger Republic border,” the source said.
According to the sources , the rescued girls were handed over to Isa Local Government authorities, while aggressive patrols have been intensified in the area to forestall further attacks.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA rescue 17 kidnapped girls in Sokoto, two farmers killed
Troops rescue six victims of Boko Haram abduction in Adamawa
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Katsina
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA rescue 17 kidnapped girls in Sokoto, two farmers killed
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