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Eze Celebrates With Ebonyians as Supreme Court Affirms Nwifuru’s Election

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…Describes the Verdict as a New Year Gift from the Apex Court to the Good People of Ebonyi State …Says Nwifuru is the Governor of the Downtrodden …Commends Ebonyi Worker for Showing Solidarity.

 

“…Finally, Eze Commended the Governor for his humility and respect to the political leader of Ebonyi State, Dr. David Nweze Umahi, erstwhile Governor of Ebonyi State and incumbent Minister of Works unlike many States where there is turmoil because of sour relationships between presents and past Governors arising from inability to respect relationships.”

 

The Erstwhile National Publicity Secretary of the defunct New People’s Democratic Party (nPDP) and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze has expressed satisfaction over the Supreme Court’s affirmation of the election of Rt. Hon. Francis Nwifuru as the duly elected Governor of Ebonyi State, after a protracted legal battle.

 

In a statement made available to the media, Chief Eze said January 12, 2024 will remain epochal in the annals of Ebonyi State as it was the day the verdict of the people of Ebonyi State who trooped out on March 18 to donate their mandate to Nwifuru through the ballot to steer the state on their behalf, was cemented.

 

Nwifuru contested and won the March 18, 2023 election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) but his victory was contested in court by the People’s Democratic Party and it’s Governorship Candidate, Chukwuma Odii, who were dissatisfied with the results.

 

Justice Tijani Abubakar, who read the lead judgment of the apex court on Friday, held that the appeal filed by Chukwuma Odii of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) was lacking in merit.

 

Describing the judgement as a new year gift to the people of the state, Chief Eze said With the verdict, the Supreme Court has affirmed the minds and position of the people of Ebonyi State who may now continue to enjoy good governance uninterrupted under the administration of Dr. Francis Nwifuru.

 

Given the manner he has so far implemented policies and programs with direct bearing on the people, especially the increment of Salaries of Civil Servants and offering lifelines to poor families of Ebonyi State through payment of Pension to Pensioners, Eze affirmed Nwifuru as Governor of the downtrodden.

 

He noted that Ebonyians have never celebrated the type of Chirstmas and New year they celebrated during the 2023 Christmas as the Governor ensured that every Civil Servant including Gatemen and Messengers were given 100,000 Naira each on top of their normal salary entitlement and by January many families comfortably sent their children back to school without the usual challenges.

 

“Indeed God has, through Nwifuru, blessed the people of Ebonyi State with a leader that truly cares for their welfare and wellbeing” Eze further affirmed.

 

Furthermore, the APC Chief highlighted that apart from the mentioned interventions, Gov. Nwifuru celebrated the octogenarians who were above 80 and extended his good gestures to widows which action added value to the lives of these individuals and also brought immense joy and a sense of belonging to their hearts. He noted that such gestures also serve as inspiration to the younger generation, reminding them of the importance of respecting and cherishing the elderly.

 

The joy brought into the lives of these octogenarians and widows through the Luncheon with them is unspeakable and will speak in the life and times of the Governor.

 

Reacting to this historical victory, the workers in their thousands staged a solidarity match in honour of the Governor especially for the following interventions – payment of N100,000 Christmas bonus to workers, payment of backlog of gratuities since the creation of the State and other sundry incentives.

 

From the Ecumenical Centre through Spera-in-Deo, Vanco Junction, Ogoja road to International Market, the workers, visibly overwhelmed with joy, chanted solidarity songs and eventually landed at the Governor’s office where Gov. Nwifuru addressed them.

 

Speaking to the state workers, Governor Francis Nwifuru said he was awed by the magnitude of solidarity shown him and expressed commitment to continually embark on modest projects that will impact positively impact the state and the people, adding that his administration would ensure that Ebonyi workers are envied by their counterparts in other states of the federation.

 

“Sincerely I want to tell you that I am challenged by the level of appreciation you have shown me today”, The visibly elated Governor noted.

 

Urging the workers to give their best to their job and work symbiotically to inject strength into government’s efforts to deliver democratic dividends to the people, Gov. Nwifuru restated his commitment towards delivering on the terms of his social contract with the good people of Ebonyi State and assured of his administration’s readiness to always give accelerated attention to the welfare of workers in the state.

 

On their part, the Chairman of Nigeria Labour Congress, Ebonyi State Chapter , Professor Ogugua Egwu and his Trade Union Counterpart, Comrade Chidi Igboji commended the Governor for “paying gratuities and pensions of workers since the creation of the state, Christmas bonus and other benefits to Ebonyi workers.

 

Finally, Eze Commended the Governor for his humility and respect to the political leader of Ebonyi State, Dr. David Nweze Umahi, erstwhile Governor of Ebonyi State and incumbent Minister of Works unlike many States where there is turmoil because of sour relationships between presents and past Governors arising from inability to respect relationships.

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Our Victory is Not Against Each Other, Our Victory Lies in November Against Our Challengers-Ajipe 

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Hon. Alexander Oluremi Ajipe, the Convener Ibi Giga Ambassadors, has congratulate Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on his emergence as the official Ondo APC Flag bearer.

According to Ajipe,”I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Governor Hon Lucky Orimisan Ayedatiwa on being declared the official APC candidate in Ondo State. Your victory in the primary election is a testament to your hard work, dedication, and the trust placed in you by the party members.

To all the aspirants who contested in the primary election, I commend you for your participation and commitment to the democratic process. Each of you played a crucial role in shaping the future of our party in Ondo State, and your efforts are truly appreciated.

It’s true that in a democratic process like this, there can only be one official candidate, but it’s important to remember that every aspirant played a role in the democratic process and should be commended for their participation.

Unity is vital after this event and it’s crucial for all parties involved to come together and support the chosen candidate to ensure a cohesive and strong front for the upcoming election. Shunning acrimony and working together for the greater good of the party and the people is essential for success in the future.

As we move forward towards the main election in November, I urge all of you to stand united and focus on the bigger picture. Our victory is not against each other; it lies in November when we face our challengers. Let’s set aside any differences, come together as a strong and cohesive front, and work tirelessly towards securing success in the upcoming election.

Unity, cooperation, and dedication will be key in overcoming the challenges ahead. Let’s rally behind our official candidate, Governor Hon Lucky Orimisan Ayedatiwa, and showcase the strength of the APC in Ondo State.

Together, we can achieve great things and emerge victorious in November. I wish you all the best in the journey ahead.

 

Warm regards,

Chief(Dr) Alexander Oluremi Ajipe.

Convener IBI giga ambassadors.”

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GANDUJE APPLAUDS GOV ODODO OVER CONDUCT OF ONDO APC GOVERNORSHIP PRIMARY 

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Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has been commended by the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for his impressive performance in the just concluded Ondo State Governorship primary election where he served as chairman of the committee.

In a statement released made available to media organisations, Governor Ododo received the commendation while presenting the report of the Ondo state APC primary election committee to the party’s national chairman, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja on Tuesday.

Receiving the committee’s report from Governor Ododo, Dr. Ganduje congratulated the Governor for a job well done and noted that the party is proud of the performance of the Kogi State Governor for the conduct of the Ondo State Governorship primary election which he noted was the first national assignment of the Governor.

The APC national chairman praised the extraordinary leadership skill and impeccable manner the Kogi State Governor managed the Ondo State APC Governorship primary election, adding that the Collation of results from the 203 wards and the 18 Local Government areas of the state that was viewed live on national television was a rare display of transparency and integrity of the entire election process.

Earlier in his presentation, Governor Ododo thanked the APC National Working Committee for finding him and his committee members worthy of the all important national assignment.

The Governor stated that the committee’s report took cognizance of everything that transpired during the primary election and it contains recommendations that will enable the party to deal with the aftermath of the Ondo State Primary election and ensure that the APC goes into the November governorship election as a united party ready to retain power in Ondo State.

Governor Ododo was accompanied to the presentation of the report by the Secretary to the Committee, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, Kogi State APC Chairman, Honourable Abdullahi Bello, House of Representative Member Representing Ajaokuta Federal Constituency, Honourable Abdulrahim Egidi and the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Barr. Deedat Ozigi Salami, and some of his senior aides.

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2024: WE HAVE ELECTED A CREDIBLE CANDIDATE, WE’LL WIN IN NOV, SAYS APC CHAIR, ADETIMEHIN

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– As Gov Aiyedatiwa pays ‘Thank You’ visit to party secretariat, gets rousing cheers from residents

 

 

Following his victory in last weekend’s primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ondo State Governor, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Monday paid a ‘Thank You’ visit to the State Secretariat of the party in Akure.

Accompanied by some party leaders and a crowd of jubilant supporters, the Governor received cheers from residents as his motorcade made way to the party office.

The Governor was received by members of the State Working Committee (SWC) of the party led by the State Chairman, Engr. Ade Adetimehin, who said the visit was a sign of unity within the party.

Engr. Adetimehin said the Governor has shown leadership and has done the needful by coming to meet the SWC of the party after his victory in the primary election.

He said: “Primary election in APC is a family affair. We have elected our governorship candidate. Now that the primary is over, we must remain the same progressive family and we must all come together for the election in November.

“The last time the Governor was here, he came as an aspirant but today, he has come as the candidate of our party. Now that our candidate has emerged, all other aspirants and party leaders must join hands to support him for the success of the party in the November election.

“We have what it takes to win and we have a good candidate. Most of the leaders of the opposition parties are already planning to join our party. We must win in a landslide in November as a ruling party with credible candidate.”

While addressing the gathering, Governor Aiyedatiwa thanked the leadership of the party for providing enabling environment for the conduct of a free and fair primary election that produced him as candidate.

The Governor said: “Primary has come and gone; all aspirants are winners. It was a family affair of a contest and we are all members of the same family. We now need to put our house in order for the battle ahead.”

The Governor also thanked all members of the various committees from the National Secretariat that conducted the election, as well as members of the party for their participation in the primary.

Governor Aiyedatiwa later unveiled his campaign headquarters located along Oba Adesida road in Akure.

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