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Pauldollars:[quote author=Nasreports77 post=117110118]REACTIONS TRAIL TINUBU/SHETTIMA NAIRAXI TRANSIT CARD INITIATIVE By Godson Ikpontu Supporters of various political parties in Nigeria have reacted to the recently launched Tinubu-Shettima NAIRAXI Transit Card Initiative, which was introduced to tame the high cost of road transportation in the country. The Tinubu/Shetima-NAIRAXI Transit Card initiative is currently assisting alot of Nigerians through free and subsidized transportation cost, although attracting several criticisms from Nigerians and majorly supporters of Labour Party, Peoples Democratic Party and other political parties on the social media. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FSWYT0HCN4 While observing the comment session, several twitter users including David Hundeyin's tweet was noticed. Some tweets include @sunday_phemy's tweet, which reads "this is a taste of how governance will be simplified under BAT. They are busy cooking their lies and insults while Tinubu is busy strategizing on how he will govern well" Another @Bode Maxwell tweets,"These people are just bringing the bird out of their pockets. By the time they are done you'll realize there was never a contest in the first place. May Tinubu/Shettima succeed" @Shewn also tweeted "We will enjoy and still vote them. If a presidential ticket can come up with this innovative idea for their campaign then I am sure they have more to offer than the normal politicians who eat roasted corn on the street with d masses". @Chlorpheniramine, who shared different viewed explained that Tinubu and Shettima has introduced NAIRAXI Transit Card aimed at providing free transport for Nigerians. Another tweet reads "Why now? This man is desperate. He can gift every Nigerian a brand new car just to get to Aso rock & gain billion fold when he gets there. Let's resist him. He doesn't mean well". David Hundeyin who is a renowned Twitter handler had also criticised the initiative stating that it is an initiative targeted at vote buying during the coming presidential polls. However, Otegbeye Bankole tweet explained that "it will be more productive to battle with social intervention ideas. Once again, I do not consider BAT Nairaxi idea as vote buying as my good comrades like @davidhundeyin may; instead I congratulate BAT for the noble step but impractical step". Ethelpaul, who also shared different view on the initiative noted that there is nothing like vote buying here. This is election period and they have come up with a nice plan to get votes it is left for us to campaign hard and Bring a good plan too.Not always crying. LP is now bigger than always crying on everything APC or PDP do. "Wow, this is commendable. Although some blind folks will not see this as good development....but as always Egbon..Aye o f'eni f'oro àfi Ori ení... The election period is always guiding, don't lose guard at all", reads @Okeanthonyolaide said. The original DAN-AREWA's tweet reads" Pls we need such improvements in kano those who are responsible in executing it should do it pls as soon as possible considering the situation of Kano State tricycle where banned/no more okada immediately when it's exactly 10pm thanks." Irefin Adewale also noted that this is good but we need to see the sustainability strategies. It must go beyond campaign. APC positive, progressive CHANGE. This and many more are the reactions of Nigerians noticed on the social media on the self sustaining program of Tinubu/Shettima Nairaxi Transit Card Initiative.
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REACTIONS TRAIL TINUBU/SHETTIMA NAIRAXI TRANSIT CARD INITIATIVE Supporters of various political parties in Nigeria have reacted to the recently launched Tinubu-Shettima NAIRAXI Transit Card Initiative, which was introduced to tame the high cost of road transportation in the country. The Tinubu/Shetima-NAIRAXI Transit Card initiative is currently assisting alot of Nigerians through free and subsidized transportation cost, although attracting several criticisms from Nigerians and majorly supporters of Labour Party, Peoples Democratic Party and other political parties on the social media. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FSWYT0HCN4 While observing the comment session, several twitter users including David Hundeyin's tweet was noticed. Some tweets include @sunday_phemy's tweet, which reads "this is a taste of how governance will be simplified under BAT. They are busy cooking their lies and insults while Tinubu is busy strategizing on how he will govern well" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8J-6wsSt5qQ Another @Bode Maxwell tweets,"These people are just bringing the bird out of their pockets. By the time they are done you'll realize there was never a contest in the first place. May Tinubu/Shettima succeed" @Shewn also tweeted "We will enjoy and still vote them. If a presidential ticket can come up with this innovative idea for their campaign then I am sure they have more to offer than the normal politicians who eat roasted corn on the street with d masses". @Chlorpheniramine, who shared different viewed explained that Tinubu and Shettima has introduced NAIRAXI Transit Card aimed at providing free transport for Nigerians. Another tweet reads "Why now? This man is desperate. He can gift every Nigerian a brand new car just to get to Aso rock & gain billion fold when he gets there. Let's resist him. He doesn't mean well". David Hundeyin who is a renowned Twitter handler had also criticised the initiative stating that it is an initiative targeted at vote buying during the coming presidential polls. However, Otegbeye Bankole tweet explained that "it will be more productive to battle with social intervention ideas. Once again, I do not consider BAT Nairaxi idea as vote buying as my good comrades like @davidhundeyin may; instead I congratulate BAT for the noble step but impractical step". Ethelpaul, who also shared different view on the initiative noted that there is nothing like vote buying here. This is election period and they have come up with a nice plan to get votes it is left for us to campaign hard and Bring a good plan too.Not always crying. LP is now bigger than always crying on everything APC or PDP do. "Wow, this is commendable. Although some blind folks will not see this as good development....but as always Egbon..Aye o f'eni f'oro àfi Ori ení... The election period is always guiding, don't lose guard at all", reads @Okeanthonyolaide said. The original DAN-AREWA's tweet reads" Pls we need such improvements in kano those who are responsible in executing it should do it pls as soon as possible considering the situation of Kano State tricycle where banned/no more okada immediately when it's exactly 10pm thanks." Irefin Adewale also noted that this is good but we need to see the sustainability strategies. It must go beyond campaign. APC positive, progressive CHANGE. This and many more are the reactions of Nigerians noticed on the social media on the self sustaining program of Tinubu/Shettima Nairaxi Transit Card Initiative.
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Commuters Commend Tinubu/Shettima-NAIRAXI Transit Card Initiative Commuters across several cities in Nigeria have expressed excitements and gratitude to Tinubu/Shetima-NAIRAXI Transit Card Initiative for the free road transport services which they are currently providing. Commuters say this is coming at a time when the cost of road transportation is fast increasing and unavoidably expensive. Speaking with one Mr. Abbah, he explained that the cost of accomodation and transportation are the major problems which Nigerians are faced with. Abbah further described the Tinubu/Shetima-NAIRAXI Transit Card initiative as a great intervention, which is really assisting several Nigerians already. According to our reporter, the Tinubu/Shetima-NAIRAXI Transit Card initiative is currently assisting alot of Nigerians through free and subsidized transportation cost. The initiative was introduced by Nairaxi Nigeria, an Indigenous tech-powered mobility Company. The Transit Card has been designed by Nairaxi.Nigeria to provide free and discounted transportation services to Nigerians across all her cities. It has been introduced as a preparatory initiative, ahead of the official Presidential campaign flagoff on the 28th of September 2022. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FSWYT0HCN4 Source: https://www.statepress.ng/2022/09/commuters-commend-tinubushettima.html?m=1
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FG Task NAIRAXI, Others On Interventions In Transport System By Godson Ikpontu Federal Government has charged Nigeria’s Indigenous tech-powered mobility company (NAIRAXI ) and other private sectors on the invention to deploy workable strategies aimed at tackling challenges of mass transit across the nation. This came few weeks before the new Minister of State for Transportation, Ademola Adewole Adegoroye called on the need for transportation intervention initiatives by other private sector transport Operators ahead of the proposed final removal of subsidy from petrol in June 2023. The then Minister of state for Transportation, Senator Gbemisola Saraki, made the call while speaking on the need for tech-driven interventions, citing instances with Nigeria's fast growing tech-powered mobility company-NAIRAXI. Senator Gbemisola, represented by Ojo Idehaloisa noted that the solution provider to mass transit challenges in Nigeria is NAIRAXI and if there is anything the ministry of transportation has been looking for is intervention in Nigeria's road transport system. According to the Minister, Nairaxi represents what the federal government has always looked out for, and that the Ministry of transportation will always welcome any idea aimed at solving mass transit challenges. He said “What NAIRAXI has brought in is what the ministry has been addressing or trying to address for the past four years. So at a time like this when NAIRAXI is coming in, I think it will help the transport system and the Ministry. With their intervention, the country will begin to see improvement in the road transport system. Speaking at the event, the founder of the company, Kingsley Eze, explained that the collaboration with the Ministry of transport is to upscale transportation infrastructure in Nigeria. He said “This initiative will help reduce the number of cars on the road and also boost the economy sector. "We have to stick with the ministry and the need to organize our transport system and also leverage on technology to scale it up, make it more organized, very lucrative, a source of revenue for everybody. It will help streamline how our cities are being run and reduced the unemployment rate in the country." Recall that NAIRAXI has introduced an Integrated and Intermodal Transport Scheme powered by smart technology. The special Intervention will help the transport system to manage the impending crisis that might trail the removal of fuel subsidy. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3mJHl-V4Dc
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Tv Africa 24 https://tvafrica24.com/implementing-project-nairaxi-a-solution-to-fuel-subsidy-crisis-in-nigeria-by-godson-ikpontu/ The Explainer https://theexplainer.com.ng/10-percent-of-fuel-subsidy-can-improve-transport-system-nairaxi/
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Implementing Project Nairaxi; A Solution To Fuel Subsidy Crisis In Nigeria By Godson Ikpontu The final planned removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal Government in June 2023 may awaken new hopes for Nigerians and especially the public transport system, as Nigeria's Indigenous tech-powered mobility company NAIRAXI, suggests the final implementation of her Integrated and Intermodal Transport Scheme powered by smart technology. The Nairaxi Co-Founder says with FG seeking special Intervention schemes to manage the impending crisis that might trail the removal of fuel subsidy, the need for an Integrated and Intermodal Transport Scheme will do more than expected, not only by resolving the crisis but also by creating new opportunities in the country. He said the NAIRAXI transport mass mobility system will be capable of servicing everyone, both VIPs, top executives, workers, students and even last mile commuters. Speaking with newsmen in Abuja, Co-Founder/CEO of NAIRAXI, Kingsley Eze stated that Nairaxi is the solution to fuel subsidy crisis in the country. Recall that the Minister of State for Transportation, Prince Ademola Adegoroye, said President Muhammadu Buhari has already approved the proposed special scheme for mass transit to be driven by transport operators for ease of transportation across the country, especially with the proposed removal of fuel subsidy. According to National Bureau Of Statistics, transportation cost amount the second most expensive cost among households in Nigeria just after Housing cost. He stated that interventions in road transport affects more Nigerians directly and while the government is spending so much to improve the rail system, road transport must also be properly considered. Eze explained that a 10percent of the current 6.4trillion naira spent on fuel subsidy could go a long way to improve or support road transport systems in Nigeria, stressing that the impact will be impressively commendable in directly supporting Nigerians, especially through partnerships with private transport operators like Nairaxi and others that have distinguished themselves in delivering value-services through technologies on the mobile app, proprietary tap-to-pay card systems, transparent structures, verifiable and accountable management systems etc. "We all know that revamping the road transport system will have a direct, immediate and positive impact on Nigerians. I therefore advice that if a fraction of 640billion naira is spent on road transport which is just 10percent of the 6.4trillion naira spent annually on fuel subsidy, there will be better impact and improvements in road transport system." He further explained that the 5,000naira proposed by the Minister of Finance, Mrs Zainab Ahmed for transport allowances will work better if there is a verifiable and transparent structure like the “pre-loaded transit cards given out to beneficiaries and service fulfillment by NAIRAXI. However he cited instance on the Abuja Mass Transit Scheme which may have failed as a result of bad management systems. He therefore encouraged federal government and the Federal Ministry of Transportation to engage private Transport operators with fundamental and developmental vision, having the required structures, expertise and technology to drive the implementation of President Buhari's interest on special scheme for mass transit to be driven by transport operators for ease of transportation across the country. Although he commended the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari and his cabinet for the monumental strides they have attained amidst the bothering national challenges. While reviewing the progress of Nairaxi in the last 4years, Co-founder and CFO, Elizabeth Omale noted that the Indigenous tech-powered mobility company has recorded thousands of deliveries via the seamless smart mobile application which currently has over a myriad of merchants already signed-up. Nairaxi has demonstrated capacity through tech related innovations, direct-impact initiatives to support cummuters and exceptional management system that describes transparency and accountability. Already, the Nairaxi Mobile application is currently serving thousands of e-commerce request and transactions daily, with a vibrant infrastructure for deliveries whereby Customer's request are met in real time and without delays. Hundred of thousands of vehicles are currently using the smart and affordable Nairaxi Mobile application in the city of Abuja, and with several motobikes readily available to deliver on-demand services anywhere and at anytime in the Federal capital Territory, Nairaxi is sure ready to assist the Federal Government to ameliorate the harsh economic conditions that experts have projected to be a direct consequence of the removal. Eze however reiterated that the vision is to make seamless mobility accessible to everyone. He says “Nigeria must seek to close it’s leaking pockets and harness lucrative revenue generating schemes like NAIRAXI for the good of every citizen.” Nairaxi is in partnership with the National Office For Technology Acquisition and Promotion to ensure world class standards in value-delivery services.
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Muslim-Muslim Ticket: Northern Youth Kicks against Shetima, Mocks Planned Arewa Coalition Match for Tinubu VP With the growing trends of ethnic and religious sentiments becoming a cankerworm that is fast eating deep into the political stability of the ruling All Progressive Congress, a northern youth group has disassociated itself from the planned one Million man-match in support of the controversial Muslim-muslim ticket. The group mocked the planned one million man-match by Arewa People's Coalition, saying that they will barely get 100persons to join their fruitless match. The Northern youth group noted that non of its members across the north will participate in the so-called match by the Arewa People's Coalition, stressing that it was baseless and insignificant. They vowed to join the massive Lagos protest, stressing that the ruling party must reconsider the choice of Shetima and listen to the yearnings of youths in it's political choices or face the odds of loosing the massive votes of Nigerian youths in the coming presidential elections. Speaking during an exclusive interview in Adamawa state, the Chairman of Northern Youth Gazette, Sadiq Abubakar warned emphatically on the negative effect of the planned one million man-match. He stated that the clamour for the replacement of Shetima has become a national issue that requires immediate intervention. He further noted that the level of sentiments being promoted at the moment especially by groups within the party encouraging the muslim-muslim ticket may reduce the chances of APC in the coming polls. Sadiq was reacting to the massive number of supporters that participated in the Lagos solidarity protest, where youths, women and children rolled out enmasse to seek a replacement of Shetima. This is happening just few weeks after a massive protest rocked the APC secretariate, where groups protested against Shetima as VP Candidate. There are fears that the protest against the VP candidate may continue massively and could even be replicated across other states if party Leaders fail to look critically into this wide spreading problem which is fast creating more controversy and leading to countless decamping of Members from the party. Analyst have argued that the muslim-muslim ticket is the basic problem which the ruling party is faced with today and until this is resolved, the vision towards victory in the 2023 polls may yet be blurry. The national Chairman of Northern Youth Gazzette condemned Arewa People's Coalition and her planned One Million Man-Match to support the muslim-muslim ticket of the ruling party. He stressed that the planned match was not in the interest of the party, instead it is targeted at promoting the weakness and insensitivity of the party. He therefore noted that the planned match will not hold because so many northern youths are unhappy with the selection of a muslim-muslim ticket as allowing such may deem the party's chances at the polls. He concluded by emphasising on the credibility and competence of Christians from the north whom the ruling party should consider for the VP Candidate. He noted that if the consideration is made, the tension of ethnic and religious sentiments which is fast bedeviling the party's progress will become history. He adviced the party to look towards Taraba, Adamawa and other states in the north for their search.
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Balancing Regional Lines key to APC victory -Northern Group . A coalition of Northern leaders have stated their position in the struggle for a suitable presidential pair for APC Presidential Candidate Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. They maintained that balancing regional lines in the choice for a Vice President is key to the Party's victory in 2023. The meeting which was organised to engage the presidential candidate of APC, Senator Bola Tinubu and stakeholders in the party also outlined the advantages of considering a Christian VP Candidate from the Northeast. They opined that Northeast in all political consideration deserves the VP ticket, otherwise the party may be unable to capture the bulk Christian votes in the North and South. The meeting witnessed several deliberations and discussions on the overall political situations in the country, as well as the bothering challenges of a suitable Vice presidential Candidate in the ruling party that accommodates both regional and religious considerations. According to the Coalition, the need to consider a VP Candidate from the Northeast is paramount and unequivocally imminent to the victory of APC in the coming polls. They stated that religion and regional politics has remained a basic parameter which significantly influences voter's decision especially with the current realities in Nigeria. They adviced APC on a rethink on it's proposed muslim-muslim ticket, stressing that it is a decoy that has been created to endanger the party to doom. "APC may not get the bulk votes it desire in the north, as a result of the strongholds of oppositions in the north, except it considers a Christian VP candidate". We all know that Muslims in the North will slide behind the PDP presidential Candidate, Atiku Abukakar, and Rabiu Kwankwaso of NNPP will also grab a chunk of votes in the north through religious sympathy, not undermining the political influence of Action Alliance Party Candidate Hamza Al-Mustapha. The question now is, where would the bulk Christian votes go after the bulk Muslim votes have been shared? "Although it is clear, the bulk Christian votes can only be captured if the ruling party identifies a Christian VP from the northeast. On the other hand, APC may end up without the bulk Christian vote if it maintains the proposed muslim-muslim ticket. This explains that APC will loose on religious grounds and also be swayed out on regional considerations. We all know that the Southsouth, Southeast and Southwest would throw supports only behind a presidential candidate who considers their religion and not a candidate that neglects religious and regional balances. The coalition however warned APC against adopting strategies which are sponsored by enemies within the party to cause confusions, controversies and eventual failure in the coming elections. They announced that the 2023 elections will not go the usual way especially with the current digital e-voting system, which significantly reduces the rate of vote manipulations. Although the coalition of Northern leaders also acknowledged the challenges facing the party and informed Nigerians that Taraba state was indeed the destination for the right choice of a Running Mate for Tinubu when looking towards the northeast. They however suggested the distinguished nobility of Chief Ezekiel Afunkoyo, a Taraba state APC Chieftain who has maintained an outstanding track record as a devout Security Expert, an Investment Strategist, a seasoned Diplomat and a grassroot Mobiliser. Afunkoyo has versatile skills, certifications and the required wealth of experience needed to support the growth and development of the party. He is from the Jukun tribe of Kwarrafa that cuts across over 7states in the north and especially Taraba State where he hails from. Analysts have stated that with a VP candidate in the person of Afunkoyo for APC, victory is assured. They stated that his affluence, affiliations, knowledge and capacity will indeed compliment excellently in alliance with Asiwaju Bola Tinubu. Ezekiel is currently the Chairman of the Board of Management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital(NAUTH). He is a 3times Governorship Aspirant in Taraba State and also a Member of the Presidential Defence Think-tank Committee. His role towards the growth and sustenance of APC as the ruling party cannot be overemphasized. Ezekiel has several visionary plans for Nigeria, especially in the economic and agricultural sector. He has outlined prospective initiatives on monetary, fiscal, trade, immigration and consumer protection reforms which will enable businesses to strive in fruition. Afunkoyo will also improve healthcare grants, educational grants and expand the basic health care provisional funds. In areas of insecurity, Afunkoyo as a Security Expert will exploit his wealth of experience by engaging an immediate rapid response through dialogues, international supports and citizens inclusions through adequate intelligence and national defence tactics. He has held several appointments and represented Nigeria at international functions and forals, some of which includes, the Oil and Gas Conference in Ravenna Italy, the International Conference for Security Experts held in Abu Dhabi, the Conference on Poverty Eradication in Africa held at Lebreville, Gabon. Afunkoyo had also represented Nigeria at the ECOWAS Expert Draft Committee Meeting on Child Trafficking in Ghana, led the Team that evacuated Nigerian Refugees and Prisoners in Bangkok, Thailand as Member of the Joint Expert Training on Immigration Programme in Netherlands. He also represented Nigeria at the Commonwealth Youth Forum in UK, after which he was appointed as Secretary (Security), Christian Pilgrimage to Israel. As a grassroot Mobilizer, He has sponsored massive campaigns and supports for APC, which has improved the recognition of the party across Nigeria and particularly in the North. The coalition upholds that the suggestion of Afunkoyo from the Northeastern region as VP Candidate was premised on several immeasurable certainties which defines him as a loyal and vibrant running mate to Asiwaju Bola Tinubu. He is indeed a bridge between the old and the young generation in Nigeria, as he satisfies the required age bracket for a young and devout Vice President. He has over 20years of experience in public service and has all the qualities required to partner APC Presidential Candidate Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. With a Christian presidential pair from Northeast, votes from the North will be divided across religions lines which will authomatically assist APC in having a block of Christian votes from the north. With Asiwaju Tinubu having a block Christian vote already from the north and yet sharing the odds of Muslim votes with other Muslim Candidates across opposition parties, his victory is assured. In this regards, Asiwaju will clear South west, South South and also a reasonable percentage of the southeast vote, although with his Labour party counterpart. However, the coalition reiterated that the ruling party is at a crossroad and any decision made without objective consultations will either mar or make the party. https://www.statepress.ng/2022/07/balancing-regional-lines-key-to-apc.html?m=1 https://www.abujapress.com/2022/07/balancing-regional-lines-key-to-apc.html?m=1
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With Ezekiel Afunkoyo as running mate, APC victory is assured. He will capture all the Kwarafa state |
With Ezekiel as running mate, APC victory is assured. He will capture all the Kwarafa state |
2023: APC Stakeholders, Groups Calls for National Inclusion/Unity; Seeks Adoption of Northeast Christian Running Mate. By Godson Ikpontu National Stakeholders of the ruling All Progressive Congress and Northeastern Groups in the region has reacted to the forthcoming presidential elections seeking for national inclusion and unity. The stakeholders and youth groups are of the opinion that the APC Vice presidential pair should be a Christian from the Northeast with emphatic consideration on the demographic voting advantage it would attract for the party during the elections. The proposed reaction was made few days ago by APC Youth Vanguard, APC NACOPIM and other APC youth Groups. The press briefing witnessed the presence of members of the groups, during which Executives of various groups noted that it is a common and recurrent decimal that in any clime where you find people of diverse groupings living together, certain actions or inactions within the political arena might stir ethnic and religious suspicion. However, an objective examination of Chief Ezekiel Afukonyo reveals that he is competent and capable of clinging the Vice Presidential seat because of his track records as a security expert, a historian, an investment Strategist, a trained Diplomat, a politician per excellence, an indiscriminate Leader, a lover of peace, an expert in peace and conflict resolution and an outstanding author. He is vibrant and of the age bracket of a desired Vice President for Nigeria, with excellent leadership skill. According to records, Ezekiel Afunkoyo is from the Jukun tribe of Kwarrafa, whose population cut accross 7 states. He is got all the qualities required to partner APC Presidential Candidate Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Already, Chief Afunkoyo is a recognised son of the kwararafa kingdom, with extensive influence which can attract massive votes for APC. Analysts during the briefing stressed that if APC picks a Christian VP from the northeast votes from the North will be divided across religions lines which will authomatically assist APC in having a block of Christian votes for Tinubu and Afunkoyo. On the other hand, Analysts stated that Muslim votes will be shared into 4 portion; whereby a portion goes to Atiku Abubakar(PDP), another for Rabiu Kwankwaso (NNPP), others to Al Mustapha (PRP) and some other votes for Asiwaju respectively. With Asiwaju Tinubu having a block Christian vote already from the north and yet sharing the odds of Muslim votes with other Muslim Candidates from the North, his victory is assured, as he is sure to clear South west, South South and allowing the likes of Peter Obi of Labour Party to cling votes from the Southeast. Demographically, the political institutions however adviced APC on the available odds with a Christian VP like Ezekiel Afunkoyo, stressing that APC stands a better voting chance with a Christian VP Candidate from the Northeast. They stated that with a muslim-christian presidential candidate, the party stands the chance of earning more votes from across all regions.
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I tell you even banks and churches, especially now that Bandits are attacking churches |
My inlaw has it in his office in Maitama the last time i visited him, I was just imagining what is all about not until now |
Tinubu: APC Group Calls For Adoption Of Chief Ezekiel Afunkoyo As VP By Godson Ikpontu A pro-All Progressives Congress (APC) group, on the aegis of APC Youth Development Forum(APC-YDF), has called on the national leadership of the party and its presidential candidate, Asiwaju Ahmed Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to consider and adopt Chief Ezekiel Afunkoyo as his Vice Presidential candidate. While the party has less than two days to make decision on who to fly the joint ticket with the presidential candidate, there have been divergent opinions on the personality and geo-political zone to be considered in picking the Vice Presidential candidate. In a statement released on Wednesday in Abuja by the National President of APC-YDF Comrade Solomon Audu while reacting to ongoing consultations on the options available to the party in considering a presidential pair for Asiwaju Bola Tinubu. He said “The call to adopt Chief Ezekiel Afunkoyo as Tinubu’s Vice is based on his performance as a businessman, acceptability among his colleagues and Nigerians, his sense of justice and equity as well as his contributions to the development of APC as a ruling party.” He said Cheif Ezekiel is known for “his personal sound character and his gentle disposition, a bridge between the young and the old, who has no record of religious bigotry, physically fit and mentally balanced, a bridge-builder between the North and the South, which makes him suitable for the position. “The experience gained as a politician will certainly come in handy in his role as Vice President". He, however, explained that it is time for Taraba State to produce the next Vice President. He noted that Taraba state has produced commited and devout leaders who have left no stone unturned in ensuring the growth and betterment of the party both at state and national levels. He therefore called on the attention of the leadership of the party as well as the APC presidential candidate Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to look towards Taraba state to produce a running mate for his Presidential race. Comrade Audu further hailed Former two times Governor of Lagos State, Tinubu and assured him of the support of the teaming Nigerian youths in the forthcoming general polls. He also encouraged the leadership of the party to be conscious of the plight of the people with emphasis on balanced governance for the sake of peace and unity. Meanwhile, Afunkoyo was a key player to the victory of APC in 2015, haven made selfless commitments and sacrifices with massive campaigns across the northeast and Nigeria in entirety. He is currently the Chairman of the the Board of Management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Hospital. He is a 3times Governorship Aspirant in Taraba State and also a Member of the Presidential Defence Think-tank Committee. Chief Afukonyo was the Chairmanship Candidate for National Republican Convention Party from 1994 to 1995. In 1995 untill 1996, he held the position of Director Research and Member Board of Trustees of the Democratic People's Party(DPN). In 2011 he was appointed as GMB 2011 Campaign Coordinator for Taraba State and was later a Gubernatorial Aspirant of the then newly birthed Congress for Progressive Change(CPC) in Taraba State. He led a massive crusade of Supporters during the 2015 general elections, which birthed President Muhammadu Buhari as President under the victorious mandate of APC. In 2019, Chief Afukonyo made several efforts to ensure that the ruling All Progressive Congress-APC remained in power, especially at the presidential level which was achieved.
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Not dogara but Chief Ezekiel Afunkoyo. Tinubu will pick from Taraba State and Afunkoyonis better Penguin2: |
A.P.C V.P Slot: Tinubu Condemns Rumour on Muslim-Muslim Ticket. By Godson Ikpontu The Presidential Candidate of the ruling All Progressive Congress(APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condemned rumours alleging that he intends to pick a fellow Muslim as a running mate. He made the statement while speaking with Journalists during the APC rally held yesterday in Ekiti ahead of the forthcoming governorship election in the state.Source: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.vanguardngr.com/2022/06/muslim-muslim-ticket-tinubu-reacts-to-viral-text-message-sent-to-delegates/amp/
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2023 VP Slot: Spotlight On The Formidable Antecedents Of Chief Ezekiel Afunkoyo By Godson Ikpontu During the recently held Special Convention and Presidential Primary of the ruling All Progressive Congress, Sen. Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu was elected to emerge as Flagbearer of the party ahead of the forthcoming 2023 Presidential Polls. However, the need to pick a running mate who has the capacity, experience, vibrant potentials and intellectual prowess may have become inevitable. In a recent review by our Correspondent, we beamed a searchlight on the antecedents of few good men from the Northeast where the office of the Vice President will be zonned. In the course of this reveiw we discovered the undaunted and impactful antecedents of Chief Ezekiel Irmiya Afunkoyo; a dogged, noble, humble and commited Member of the Party, who has also made several personal sacrifices to ensure the continuous growth and sustainability of the party. With the current political and economic stake becoming higher and more precarious in Nigeria,, the need for Sen. Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to pick Chief Ezekiel Afunkoyo as a running mate is intrinsic. This perception is premised on the outstanding capacity, voluminous achievements, political influence and vast security expertise of Ezekiel Afunkoyo, who is intellectually exposed and politically inclined with the needs of Nigerians. He is a highly trained Diplomat, a seasoned Public Servant with over 20years of experience, a Security Expert, an Investment consultant, an organizational Strategist, an Author, a goal oriented Administrator with several development skills and a Mentor with proven track records that transcends cultural diversity. As a security expert, he joined the Service of the National Intelligence Agency(NIA) in 1997, until his voluntary retirement in 2010. Before retirement he had attended the Agency's Specialist Institute and also engaged other professional trainings within Nigeria and abroad. Ezekiel Afunkoyo is a Pioneer Member of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commision (EFCC). He had represented Nigeria at various international fora and in different capacity which includes the Oil and Gas Conference in Ravenna Italy, the International Conference for Security Experts held in Abu Dhabi, the Conference on Poverty Eradication in Africa held at Lebreville, Gabon and represented Nigeria at the ECOWAS Expert Draft Committee Meeting on Child Trafficking in Ghana. As a Member of the Joint Expert Training on Immigration Programme in Netherlands, Afunkoyo led the Team that evacuated Nigerian Refugees and Prisoners in Bangkok, Thailand. He had represented Nigeria at the Commonwealth Youth Forum in UK, after which he was appointed as Secretary (Security), Christian Pilgrimage to Israel from 2001 to 2002 and amongst other national and international representations. Chief Afunkoyo is currently the Board Chairman of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH). As the Chairman of NAUTH, he has made several impressive achievements which includes the completion of the permanent site of NAUTH, which was abandoned for over 30years. Today the permanent site of NAUTH has been completed and the institutions now enjoys several advanced improvements with emphasis on quality trainings and service delivery. In a retrospect on his political job experiences, it is on record that Chief Afukonyo was the Chairmanship Candidate for National Republican Convention Party from 1994 to 1995. In 1995 untill 1996, he held the position of Director Research and Member Board of Trustees of the Democratic People's Party(DPN). In 2011 he was appointed as GMB 2011 Campaign Coordinator for Taraba State and was later a Gubernatorial Aspirant of the then newly birthed Congress for Progressive Change(CPC) in Taraba State. After the dynamics that led to the emergence of All Progressive Congress-APC as the ruling party, Chief Afunkoyo maintained his interest in the growth and development of the party as he remained undauntedly committed in campaign crusades for President Muhammadu Buhari in the 2015 Presidential Election. In 2019, Chief Afukonyo made several efforts to ensure that the ruling All Progressive Congress-APC remained in power, especially at the presidential level. All of these put together justifies why the cap of the Vice President of Nigeria best fits Chief Ezekiel Irmiya Afunkoyo, as he remains committed to development and strategic supports to ensure the victory of APC and the candidacy of Sen. Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the next President of Nigeria.
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Borno APC Primary: Group Commends Victory Of Rep Member Ahmadu Usman Jaha, Promises Support Ahead Of 2023 Polls By Ikpontu G. One of Nigeria's leading political youth organization "APC Youth Stakeholders Supporters Forum", Borno State Chapter has congratulated Hon. Ahmadu Usman Jaha, a vibrant Member of the Federal House of Representative, who represents Chibok, Damboa and Gwoza federal Constituency in Borno State. The National President of the organization Comrade Abubakar Gambo made the statement in Abuja few days ago during a youth summit themed "Proposing Continuity For Integrated Development in Chibok/Damboa and Gwoza Communities". He maintained that Hon. Jaha has remained an outstanding Legislator, with innovative leadership initiatives that has helped improved development across his constituency, with efforts from Senator Ali Ndume and Gov. Prof. Umara Zullum. He further reiterated that the "APC Youth Stakeholders Supporters Forum" will continue to mobilise support for the Candidacy of Hon. Jaha ahead of the 2023 polls, stressing that Jaha remains the best, reliable and most credible choice for the people of Chibok, Damboa and Gwoza federal constituency. Abubakar Gambo also spotlighted sectors and areas that have experienced significant and remarkable interventions in Chibok, Damboa and Gwoza LGAs under the leadership of Ahmadu Usman Jaha. He stated that the challenges of insecurity, unrest, banditry and terrorism is currently under control. Also, he added that Jaha has also continue to initiate several programs to ensure the sustainability of peace and unequivocal development in his constituency. Hon. Jaha has remained commited to responsive leadership, integrated initiatives, development programs and prospective crusades in Borno state. He has been described as a dogged, erudite and creative Leader. His antecedents has created a niche for him, especially amongst his colleagues in the green chambers. He was recently nominated to adorn the cover page of Times Nigeria Journal, a leading print publication in Nigeria.
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OMALIZZ CEO FELICITATES WITH OLORI ATUWATSE III, EXTENDS BIRTHDAY WISHES By Godson I. The MD/CEO of Omalizz Multi Concept, Ms. Elizabeth Omale has expressed heartfelt felicitation to the Queen of Warri Kingdom, Her Royal Highness, Olori Aiyivieruewinoya ‘Ivie’ Emiko-Atuwatse, the Olori Ivie Atuwatse III as she add another graceful year to her age. She described the beautiful Queen as amiable, indefatigable, God-fearing and most of all a pillar of support to humanity. Omalizz Multi Concept CEO made the statement this morning while speaking with our Reporter in Abuja. In her statement she prayed and extended birthday wishes to the Queen, she says, "Happy Birthday to our Beloved Olori Ivie Atuwatse III, I wish you many more graceful years. I pray for good health and happiness in your life forever and ever Amen". Olori Ivie has been described as a rare gift to the palace of His Royal Highness Utieyinoritsetsola Emiko, the 21st Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III. She is the President of RIG Africa and Convener of several impacful initiatives, some of which includes, Abba's Jewels, Love Drive and Wuwu Ore. She is known with the uncommon resolve to live like the common, although determined to impact lives positively in a low-key publicity approach thereby turning the cameras away from her good. She has continue to implant love in the slums, raise new generation of young entrepreneurs and assertive leaders, as well as ensure sustainable health intervention programs for adults, women and children. Olori Atuwatse III is a devout Christian who is very passionate and expressive about her relationship with God. She is a graduate of Law from the prestigious London School of Economics and Political Science. Olori Atuwatse III was born on May 22 1986 into the wealthy family of Captain Dr. Idahosa Wells Okunbo and Edamwen Evelyn Okunbo. She got married to the King in 2014 in a fascinating marriage ceremony in the United Kingdom. A union that is now blessed with three kids.
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APC CHIEFTAIN EZEKIEL AFUNKOYO CONGRATULATES ABDULLAHI ADAMU AS NATIONAL CHAIRMAN, OTUNBA, OTHER NEW NWC MEMBERS. By Godson I. A Chieftain of the ruling All Progressive Congress, Chief Ezekiel Afunkoyo has expressed confidence in the newly elected leadership of the Party. He made the statement few hours ago during the National Convention in Abuja while congratulating Sen. Abdullahi Adamu as the new National Chairman of the Party. He noted that the party is structurally prepared to maintain its ruling status quo in the nation's political environment. He therefore extended his congratulations to newly elected NWC Members of the party and encouraged them in the spirit of patriotism, stressing that the new leadership must work earnestly to reunite the party in line with the Agenda of HE. President Muhammadu Buhari. According to reports by our Reporter who sighted the Unity List, the following underlisted persons have been confirmed as newly elected Executives of the party; they include, Senator Abdullahi Adamu (Nasarawa) as the National Chairman, Otunba Iyiola Omisore (Osun) as the National Secretary and Chief Enaukwu as the National Vice Chairman (South East). Other National Working Committee (NWC) members in the list include Senator Abubakar Kyari (Borno) as the Deputy National Chairman North, Barrister Festus Fuanter (Plateau) as the Deputy National Secretary, Muazu Bawa Rijau of Niger state as National Vice Chairman, North Central, Comrade Mustapha Salihu (Adamawa), as the National Vice Chairman, North East, Isaacs Kekemeke (Ondo) as the National Vice Chairman, South West, Victor Giadom (Rivers) as the national vice Chairman, South South while the immediate past Director General of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF), Salihu Lukman (Kaduna) as the National Vice Chairman (North West) and Dr Ijeoma Arodiogbu (Imo) as the new national vice Chairman, South East. Others are Suleiman Argungu (Kebbi) as the National Organising Secretary, Nze Chidi Duru (Anambra) as Deputy National Organising Secretary, Dr. Betta Edu(Cross River) as the National Woman Leader, Zainab Abubakar Ibrahim (Taraba) as Deputy National Woman Leader, Barrister Ahmed El Marzuk (Katsina) as New National Legal Adviser, Uguru Mathew Ofoke (Ebonyi) as National Treasurer, Bashir Usman Gumel (Jigawa) as the National Financial Secretary and Dayo Israel (Lagos) as the new National Youth Leader of the Party. Chief Ezekiel Afunkoyo had arrived the venue for the National Convention in a retinue of massive Supporters of the party who cheered him in. He is currently the Board Chairman of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital and a Member of the Nigeria Defence Think-Tank Commitee is optimistic that the party will attain new and greater heights with the new party leadership and he hails the party for organising a successful National Convention.
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APC CHIEFTAIN EZEKIEL AFUNKOYO CONGRATULATES ABDULLAHI ADAMU AS NATIONAL CHAIRMAN, OTUNBA, OTHER NEW NWC MEMBERS. By Godson I. A Chieftain of the ruling All Progressive Congress, Chief Ezekiel Afunkoyo has expressed confidence in the newly elected leadership of the Party. He made the statement few hours ago during the National Convention in Abuja while congratulating Sen. Abdullahi Adamu as the new National Chairman of the Party. He noted that the party is structurally prepared to maintain its ruling status quo in the nation's political environment. He therefore extended his congratulations to newly elected NWC Members of the party and encouraged them in the spirit of patriotism, stressing that the new leadership must work earnestly to reunite the party in line with the Agenda of HE. President Muhammadu Buhari. According to reports by our Reporter who sighted the Unity List, the following underlisted persons have been confirmed as newly elected Executives of the party; they include, Senator Abdullahi Adamu (Nasarawa) as the National Chairman, Otunba Iyiola Omisore (Osun) as the National Secretary and Chief Enaukwu as the National Vice Chairman (South East). Other National Working Committee (NWC) members in the list include Senator Abubakar Kyari (Borno) as the Deputy National Chairman North, Barrister Festus Fuanter (Plateau) as the Deputy National Secretary, Muazu Bawa Rijau of Niger state as National Vice Chairman, North Central, Comrade Mustapha Salihu (Adamawa), as the National Vice Chairman, North East, Isaacs Kekemeke (Ondo) as the National Vice Chairman, South West, Victor Giadom (Rivers) as the national vice Chairman, South South while the immediate past Director General of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF), Salihu Lukman (Kaduna) as the National Vice Chairman (North West) and Dr Ijeoma Arodiogbu (Imo) as the new national vice Chairman, South East. Others are Suleiman Argungu (Kebbi) as the National Organising Secretary, Nze Chidi Duru (Anambra) as Deputy National Organising Secretary, Dr. Betta Edu(Cross River) as the National Woman Leader, Zainab Abubakar Ibrahim (Taraba) as Deputy National Woman Leader, Barrister Ahmed El Marzuk (Katsina) as New National Legal Adviser, Uguru Mathew Ofoke (Ebonyi) as National Treasurer, Bashir Usman Gumel (Jigawa) as the National Financial Secretary and Dayo Israel (Lagos) as the new National Youth Leader of the Party. Chief Ezekiel Afunkoyo had arrived the venue for the National Convention in a retinue of massive Supporters of the party who cheered him in. He is currently the Board Chairman of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital and a Member of the Nigeria Defence Think-Tank Commitee is optimistic that the party will attain new and greater heights with the new party leadership and he hails the party for organising a successful National Convention.
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OMC HAILS OBA EWUARE II ON LOOTED ARTIFACTS RETURNED TO BENIN KINGDOM By Godson Ikpontu As the entire Benin Kingdom and Nigeria celebrates the return of looted artefacts, Omalizz Multi Concept Nigeria Limited has expressed heartfelt congratulations to His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II and His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari GCFR for their role and commitments towards ensuring the return of artifacts stolen from Nigeria since 1897. The congratulatory message was contained in a statement by the MD/CEO of Omalizz Multi Concept Nigeria Limited, Elizabeth Omale few hours ago on Tuesday while addressing newsmen in Benin, the capital city of Edo state. While speaking on behalf of the entire board and management of Omalizz Multi Concept Nigeria Limited, Elizabeth Omale noted that her organization is indeed happy with emphasis on the auspicious and historic event, stressing that it was huge and significant to the great people of Benin Kingdom. She however hailed and praised HRM Oba Ewuare II, stating that they are immensely proud of him. She says, "Long Live the great King, Oba ghato kpere iseee". The looted artefact was returned back to the great Benin Kingdom after 125years. Elizabeth Omale also appreciated the UK colleges for their sincerity and mutual consideration by accepting to return the artefacts belonging to Benin Kingdom. According to reports, celebrations are yet ongoing across several communities in Edo State. The Benin Kingdom had received two of the artefacts looted in 1897 during the British invasion. The infamous Benin Expedition was regarded as a penal expedition by British forces. The bronze artefact, Cockerel known as Okukor, was returned to the kingdom by Jesus College of the Cambridge University, England.
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Just In: APC NATIONAL CONVENTION: Group Condemn Imposition Of Candidate, Yearn For Free And Fair Elections By Godson Ikpontu A renowned political organisation in the ruling All Progressive Congress has requested for a free and fair playing ground for Aspirants ahead of the forthcoming National Convention holding few days away on the 26th of February 2022. The request was made few hours ago on Friday 18th February during a media chat with the National Leader of APC National Stakeholders Supporters Forum(APC-NSSF), Hon. Yusuf Ardo. While speaking with Newsmen in Abuja on Friday morning, the APC-NSSF Leader condemned the imposition of Candidates in the party, he says, "the imposition of Candidates usually causes very serious crises in the party". He further stated that it will create an avenue for the party to review Aspirant's influence and capacity. He therefore made reference to previous imposed Leaderships in the party, while citing instances with the Oshomole crisis, thereby emphasizing on how it backslided growth in the party. Although, the APC-National Stakeholders Supporters Forum has been on the frontline in the campaign for good governance and impactful leadership across the country, so as to maintain a remarkable integrity for the party. Few hours ago, the group was received by an Aspirant Contesting for the National Chairman of the Party. During the visit to HE, Sen. Tanko Almakura, the group maintained that their support will be thrown behind the Aspirant with the best manifesto and visionary mandate for the party. They however encouraged the monumental leadership of Sen. Tanko Almakura, with assurance of the Forum's support towards the growth and development of APC. The APC-National Stakeholders Supporters Forum is currently meeting with all Aspirants contesting for the office of the national chairman of the party in efforts to ensure that the leadership for the party is been achieved.
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Alleged Arson; Group Challenges FMBN MD Ahmed Dangiwa On Fire Outbreak At Headquarters, Seeks Critical Investigation. Few hours ago, the headquarters of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria in Abuja was gutted by fire. According to our reports, the fire outbreak had destroyed several sensitive documents especially in the office of the SA to the Managing Director, Arch. Ahmed Dangiwa Musa and extended to the Board Room before the fire was put away. In a statement by a renowned civil society organization, it challenged the MD to be responsible as it calls for severe FG intervention. The statement further stated that the sensitive documents that was destroyed during the outbreak was an organised crime to cover several unholy activities masterminded by key senior officers in the bank and the Managing Director. The fire started from the office of the Special Adviser to the Managing Director, Ahmed Dangiwa and extended to the boardroom of the bank where very sensitive documents was destroyed. The curious question is "why would such outbreak occur in the most sensitive departments and offices at FMBN Headquarter. However, the fire incident is coming at a time when the bank is awaiting approval from the Ministry of Works to implement a retirement plan in a bid to stay afloat, thereby extending their stay in office. Further investigation has also proven that the recent FG rejection of reappointment of Arch. Ahmed Dangiwa Musa may also be an under-tone influence in the recent outbreak which is aimed at forestalling a structure that the will cover his atrocious activities, as he is left with less than one month to step down. [10/02, 2:26 pm] Nas Reports: FMBN Management Responsible for Inferno Destroying Sensitive Documents at Hqrts - NADI The National President of Nigeria Appropriation Development Initiative (NADI),has challenged the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria(FMBN) Managing Director Ahmed Dangiwa on fire outbreak at its Headquarters on Wednesday, called for critical investigation. Recalled that the headquarters of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria located in Abuja has been gutted by fire. A source at bank who pleaded not to be named as he was not officially permitted to speak on the matter told journalists in Abuja,on Thursday,said,fire lasted for two hours before it was put out by 1am. The official said that as a result of the fire incident, those from the position of Senior Managers and below were asked to go home on Thursday morning until Monday when they will be informed on the new date of their resumption. However, a statement made available to journalists in Abuja on Thursday,by the president of NADI ,Kashim- Bello ,said the management is responsible of th fire outbreak that gutted the headquarter of FBN. “According to our reports, the fire outbreak had destroyed several sensitive documents especially in the office of the SA to the Managing Director, Arch. Ahmed Dangiwa Umar and extended to the Board Room before the fire was put away. The curious question is why would such outbreak occur in the most sensitive departments and offices at FMBN Headquarter? “The fire incident is coming at a time when the bank is awaiting approval from the Ministry of Works to implement a retirement plan in a bid to stay afloat, thereby extending their stay in office. “Further investigation has also proven that the recent federal government rejection of reappointment of Arch. Ahmed Dangiwa Umar may also be an under-tone influence in the recent outbreak which is aimed at forestalling a structure that will cover his atrocious activities, as he is left with less than one month to step down",he said .
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