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PDP calls for credible poll in Edo to stabilise polity
Preparatory to the Edo Governorship Election scheduled to hold on Sept. 19, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has called for a free and credible poll to stabilise the country’s polity.
PDP National Chairman, Prince Uche Secondus, gave the advice while inaugurating the Edo chapter of the Governorship Campaign Council, in Abuja on Tuesday.
Secondus also cautioned against the use of military and other security operatives that could lead to an abuse of the electoral process.
“By conducting a free and fair election in Edo, the President will not only be stabilising the country politically, but will be averting an impending doom that could make the prediction about Nigeria’s disintegration come true, God forbid.”
Secondus, who expressed confidence that PDP was going to win the Edo poll, added that the heightened tension in the state at the moment was needless if political parties would be willing and equipped to face the electorates.
“But where it is obvious that they have nothing to offer to get the votes of Nigerians, they are resorting to all devious means to undermine the democratic process.”
He recalled that under former President Goodluck Jonathan of the PDP, Adams Oshiohmole, who was the opposition candidate in the Edo governorship poll, defeated the ruling party because the poll was free and fair.
“For us in PDP, the Edo election has been made easy going by the records of achievements of our flag bearers, Gov. Godwin Obaseki and his running mate, Philip Shuaibu.
“What we seek therefore, is a level playing field where the peoples’ votes will count.”
Secondus urged the campaign council to ensure that the electoral desires of the people of Edo State were realised.
According to him, members of the campaign council have been carefully selected knowing their capacity and capabilities.
“I urge you to see your assignment as a challenge to save our democracy, to save our country and to save Edo State from the hand of anti democrats.
“I will not end this address without appreciating the leaders of PDP in Edo State, both former and current, particularly the former governorship aspirants for their sacrifice and understanding.”
In his remarks, Chairman of the Campaign Council, Gov. Nyesom Wike of Rivers, expressed optimism that PDP would win the election.
Wike warned that nobody should attempt to rig the election, saying the people of the state had spoken and it was in clear language.
The governor also flayed Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano, and Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign council for Edo State, over his comments that he would isolate Wike and win the state for APC.
While describing the comment as “not ordinary”, he urged party leaders in the state to take the statement as a direct challenge to them to work together and ensure victory for PDP in the state. (NAN)
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London Property Dispute Exposes Alleged Corruption, Forgery by Nigerian Politician and Lawyer
By Hassan Taiye
A recent judgment by the UK’s First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has shed light on a complex web of alleged corruption and forgery involving a Nigerian politician and a senior lawyer. The case revolves around a disputed property in North London, valued at 79 Randall Avenue.
The property was purchased in 1993 under the name “Tali Shani,” which is allegedly an alias for late General Jeremiah Useni, a powerful member of the Abacha regime. Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN, claimed the property was gifted to him by “Mr. Tali Shani” in 2021 as payment for legal services. However, the tribunal dismissed this claim, describing it as “fabricated” and “fraudulent.”
The tribunal’s ruling highlights the alleged involvement of Ozekhome and his associates in fabricating documents, including a Nigerian passport, National Identification Number (NIN), and Tax Identification Number (TIN). The NIN was reportedly created remotely from Monaco using a non-compliant photograph and bypassing biometric requirements ¹.
The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) has petitioned the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to investigate Ozekhome and others over alleged fraud, forgery, and unlawful attempt to acquire the London property. The ICPC has launched an investigation, and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) has also taken notice of the case ²
Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN Senior lawyer accused of forgery and attempting to acquire the property through fraudulent means.
General Jeremiah Useni Late Nigerian General allegedly behind the purchase of the property under the alias “Tali Shani.”
Osilama Ozekhome*: Ozekhome’s son, implicated in the alleged forgery and fraud.
L-r Senate Committee Chairman on Appropriation, Solomon Adeola; Senate Deputy Whip, Onyekachi Nweboyin; Former Senate President, Ahmad Lawan; President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio; Senator Sharafadeen Ali; Deputy Senate President, Jibrin Barau; Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele; Senate Whip Tahir Monguno and Senate Committee Chairman on Financial Institutions, Tokunbo Abiru, after resumption of plenary yesterday. Photo: Senate President’s Office
By: Fabian Apechihin
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has resigned from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s cabinet amid a growing controversy surrounding his academic credentials.
Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga confirmed Nnaji’s resignation in a statement issued late Tuesday.
Nnaji’s exit follows mounting allegations that his academic certificates were forged. Investigations revealed that the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), disowned the Bachelor of Science degree he claimed to possess, stating that he never completed his studies at the institution and was therefore not issued any certificate.
According to UNN Vice-Chancellor Prof. Simon U. Ortuanya, Nnaji was admitted in 1981 but failed to meet the requirements for graduation.
In a related development, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) reportedly disowned the certificate of national service presented by Nnaji, describing it as fake.
His resignation marks the latest in a series of controversies to hit the Tinubu administration over questions of integrity and accountability among public officials.
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