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IPAC IMO STATE PROMOTES PEACEFUL ELECTIONS AHEAD OF GUBERNATORIAL RACE

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… _Imo APC Chairman, MacDonald Ebere Honors the Initiative with Commitment to canvass for a peaceful and credible election in Imo State._

Date: 19-10-2023

In preparation for the upcoming gubernatorial election scheduled for November 11th in Imo State, the Inter-party Advisory Council (IPAC) Imo State branch convened a significant summit under the theme “IMO FREE, FAIR AND CREDIBLE ELECTIONS.” The summit, which took place at the Golden Tulip Hotel in Owerri, aimed to sensitize political party leaders and their gubernatorial candidates about the paramount importance of fostering peaceful elections and maintaining a harmonious atmosphere before, during, and after the electoral process.


Imo State Chairman of IPAC, Ichie Levi Eke, delivered a passionate message during the summit, stressing the imperative to eschew violence throughout the electoral process. Eke, a prominent figure in the state’s political landscape, emphasized that with the government’s efforts in tackling insecurity, political parties must not contribute to political unrest and fear among the electorate. He made it clear that elections and campaigns should not be considered a do-or-die affair, but rather an opportunity for citizens to choose their preferred candidates without coercion. In his view, all political leaders should regard each other as partners in progress, collaborating with the eventual winner for the betterment of Imo State.

 

Hon. MacDonald Ebere, the State Party Chairman of Imo APC, in an interview with the press following the event, expressed his commitment to share the knowledge gained from the summit with the entire leadership and members of the Imo APC. Drawing inspiration from the Shared Prosperity Governor of Imo State, Dist. Sen Hope Uzodimma, who has been resolute in addressing security challenges in the State, Ebere promised that the government would implement stringent security measures to ensure that voters can exercise their franchise without fear or favor. Even with the incumbent Governor’s name on the ballot, he assured Imolites that relevant security agencies would be deployed to guarantee the credibility, freedom, and fairness of the election.

 

Ebere also seized the opportunity to highlight the numerous accomplishments of Governor Uzodimma. He praised the administration’s achievements in healthcare, agriculture, rural and urban road construction, timely payment of salaries and pensions, and its commitment to equipping the youth with digital skills. MacDonald Ebere urged Imolites to consider giving Governor Uzodimma another chance to continue the remarkable work initiated during his first term.

 

The summit’s high point was the opportunity afforded to gubernatorial candidates from various political parties in the state to present their manifestos and plans for the people of Imo State. Even those candidates who couldn’t attend in person sent representatives to convey their vision for Imo’s future. The consensus reached among these candidates, demonstrating their commitment to harmony and unity, holds the promise of the freest and most credible election in modern Imo’s history.

 

Hon MacDonald Ebere, and the former State Party Chairman of Imo APC, Prince Marcon Nlemigbo represented the All Progressives Congress at the event.

 

The IPAC-led initiative aims to ensure peaceful, free, and fair elections in Imo State, with all political leaders emphasizing the importance of non-violence and cooperation for the betterment of the state.

 

The commitment of the Imo APC Chairman, Hon. MacDonald Ebere, to secure elections and his glowing appraisal of Governor Uzodimma’s achievements further contribute to the anticipation of a positive and prosperous future for Imo State.

 

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Osun LG poll: APC commends election boycott

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The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State has commended the people of the state for boycotting what it described as an illegal local government council election conducted by the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission, OSSIEC, on Saturday.

The party expressed satisfaction with the massive boycott of the election across the 30 local government council areas and Modakeke Area Office. It stated that the reaction of residents to what it called a charade promoted by the government was proof that the people of Osun are law-abiding, democratic, and committed to the rule of law. This, the APC claimed, stood in sharp contrast to the actions of Governor Ademola Adeleke, who, despite security advisories urging him to suspend the controversial poll, chose to proceed, demonstrating what the party called infamy, perfidy, and disobedience to the law of the land.

The opposition APC argued that the decision of Osun citizens to stay away from the sham election further reinforced their commitment to equity, fairness, and justice as the foundation of any democratic process.

In a statement signed by Kola Olabisi, the APC Director of Media and Information, the party said: “We are pleased with the conduct of the citizens and residents of Osun, who abandoned what can best be described as a ‘naming of imbeciles’ called an election today. We monitored the process and are delighted at how the people boycotted it.

“Everything failed the unpleasantly partisan OSSIEC today. Elections did not take place in most parts of the state. In a few areas, such as Ede, the governor’s hometown, where the electoral commission attempted to save face, the process was shambolic. No election materials were distributed to OSSIEC local government offices, and security operatives exposed pre-thumbprinted ballot papers that had been stuffed before reaching the selected polling units.

“Furthermore, there was no voter register at the few polling units where an electoral drama was staged, including the governor’s polling unit, where he voted without accreditation.”

APC also expressed sympathy over the reported loss of life in Irojo, Ilesa, describing it as an unnecessary tragedy caused by what it called a cosmetic and inconsequential election. It argued that the Appeal Court in Akure had already ruled on 10 February 2025 that there was no vacancy in Osun’s local government administration.

The party also commended security agencies, particularly the police and the Department of State Services, DSS, for maintaining order and preventing what it described as PDP violence and brigandage.

However, it called for an investigation into the death of an unidentified young man allegedly shot in Irojo, Ilesa, as well as the arrest of individuals found with firearms in Boripe Local Government Council Area.

The statement further read: “It is regrettable that, despite security agencies’ advice to suspend the election, OSSIEC ignored the counsel, leading to a security breach.

“Once again, we salute the people of Osun State for proving to the power mongers in the state that they stand for the rule of law and not for lawlessness. Their patriotic decision to boycott the election is significant and will be remembered in the state’s history.

“We thank the people for standing by our chairmen and councillors, who have been validly reinstated by the Court of Appeal.

“As previously stated, the shenanigan called an election is none of our business. By the grace of God, our council chairmen will return to their duty posts on Monday as usual.

“We assure the people of Osun State of good governance at the grassroots level.”

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Gov Soludo supports NAFDAC to eradicate fake drugs in Anambra

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Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra has pledged to collaborate with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, to eliminate fake, substandard, and adulterated drugs from the market.

Soludo made this commitment on Saturday in Onitsha while addressing traders at Ogbo Ogwu and surrounding markets, which were recently shut down by NAFDAC for dealing in counterfeit and expired drugs.

The governor recalled that the market had previously been shut for four months in 2007, stressing that such actions were necessary for public safety.

“The enforcement is being carried out by NAFDAC. We are here to solve the problem,” he said.

Soludo also referenced a meeting with the head of the plumbing market, who expressed shock at the discovery of counterfeit drugs in the area.

“He did not know that such illicit drugs could be found here.

“I’m not here as a politician, but to address the issue at hand—the high rate of fake drugs in the market.

“These drugs are so dangerous that taking malaria pills, for instance, can cause further health problems instead of curing malaria,” he warned.

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PDP wins all 30 LGAs in Osun

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has won all the chairmanship and councillorship seats in all the 30 local government areas (LGAs) in Osun State. The election for the seats were conducted today, February 22.

The Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), Hashim Abioye, announced this on Saturday, February 22.

The election was held today despite calls by the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, and the Police to suspend the elections.

The AGF had argued that the Court of Appeal, Akure division, on February 10, 2025, nullified the judgement of the Federal High Court, Osogbo, delivered on November 25, 2022.He stated that the verdict of the appellate court implied that the All Progressives Congress (APC) local council chairmen formerly sacked by the lower court have been restored.

The police on its own hinged the decision to call for a suspension of the polls on intelligence report of security threats during the election.

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