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Nasarawa APC cheiftain dares party says he can not be suspended

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From Daniel Abel, Lafia

A cheiftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in the state, Hon Samuel Akala on Sunday challenged his party that he remained a bonafide member of the APC at all levels of the party despite his suspension.

Hon. Akala, who is the immediate past Karu local government chairman spoke while reacting to his purported suspension from the party by the ward chairman of the party.

Akala said his party the APC lack the right to suspend him without due process.

It would be recalled that the APC at the Panda/Kare Electoral ward of Karu LGA had on Saturday 7th July suspended the former LG Chairman on issues bordering on anti-party activities, disloyalty to the governor of the state, Abdullahi Sule and the leadership of the party in the state.

“I was greeted with the news of my suspension from my party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) of Panda/Kare Electoral Ward, Karu local council on the 7th July, 2023, on issues bothering on anti-party activities, disloyalty to Governor Abdullahi Sule and the leadership of the party in the State, a suspension that is totally strange to me and every sane mind.

“The suspension does not meet the minimum requirements for suspending erring members of the party, as clearly stipulated by the APC’s constitution and our extant laws which gives room for fair hearing,” Akala declared

“While I was hoping to get commendations from the leadership of the party in the State, Local Government and Ward Executives for my successful outing in delivering the APC and its candidates in my polling unit in the last general elections, a daring electoral success which even the state APC Chairman and some self acclaimed stakeholders of the party in the area could not boast of given a full glare of working for the opposition SDP and its candidates which led to the defeat of the APC candidates, my reward is suspension?”

According to Akala in a statement issued on Sunday he accused the state party Chairman, John Mamman, Karu Council Chair and a host of others of full glare anti party punishable by the party’s constitution.
He challenge all to present their polling units results of the last General Elections and let us see who is clearly involved in anti-party.”

“I am also aware that the new mandate assigned to Karu LG Chairman and the APC in the Local Government, is to ensure that I’m suspended and intimidated not to speak the truth.

“That’s why the Council Chairman has since abandoned the job of rescuing his failed government to mobilizing and spending millions of government resources to ensure that Akala is suspended from the Party.

“This is a lost battle and waste of public resources, as the Council Chairman has no capacity to carry out such heinous task. “Na Riga Su Cewa Allah “.

“On my purported suspension, I have since drafted my team of lawyers to institute a legal action as regards the suspension. However, I wish to state that this suspension can be likened to the case of giving a dog a bad name just to hang it. They want me to pay for the sins they committed in the last General Elections” Akala insisted.

According to the former Aide to governor Sule, “there is no where in this part of the country where I, Akala was seen engaging in any anti-party activity, name calling of the Governor or acted in a manner that depicts disloyalty to my Party.
“The desperation and inordinate ambition of some individuals in the state is gradually institutionalizing illegality and abuse of office.

“Very unlike the requirements of our party constitution, I was never invited by the Ward Executives of the party or any known committee constituted by the party to defend any allegation of disloyalty and anti-party leveled against me.

“Moreso, no evidence of my disloyalty and anti-party activities was tendered anywhere before any party member or any committee for investigation.

“A committee was simply constituted with the mandate to indict me of anti-party and disloyalty, and a written script for my suspension was drafted and transmitted to my ward Party Chairman for his endorsement which he acted blindly”, Akala alleges.

“This is simply an extension of illegality driven by the Party in the Leadership crisis rocking the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, so I’m not surprised.

“My opinion and position on some issues bothering on democracy, governance and Rule of Law in the state most recently, are entirely my personal position and opinions, as it satisfies my God’s given conscience and meets normal societal standards”.

“In a society governed by laws, I am not duty bound to abide and go with some decisions of the party or government even if it goes contrary to what the law stipulates.

“Moreso, being a member of APC does not in anyway take away my fundamental rights to speak on matters of governance and justice in the state, even when the Party has fully taken a wrong decision and direction.

“Let me categorically state that, the APC as a political party does not belong to any individual, no matter how highly placed. It is not a creation of any individual or family, our party is a national party by Nigerians and for Nigerians.
“Therefore, I remain a bona-fide member of the APC and my suspension remains null and void” he stated

“I call on the general public to disregard in its entirety the news of my suspension from the APC as it remains a news and an extension of the illegality already carried out in the State Assembly leadership crisis.

“The public should be assured that, I’ll continue to speak truth to power, as no amount of blackmail, intimidation and witch-hunt will deter me”, the former Chairman boasted..

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Peter Obi in solidarity with Ondo LP candidate, stands firm on democracy

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Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party(LP) in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi has once again pledged his commitment to democracy in Nigeria, despite ongoing challenges with the electoral process.

Obi traveled to Ondo State on Monday to campaign alongside LP’s governorship candidate, Hon. Sola Ebiseni, describing him as a capable leader with the necessary competence to effectively govern the state.
Obi highlighted Ebiseni’s work as the Secretary of Afenifere, where he has consistently advocated for fairness, equity, and justice.

Obi urged the people of Ondo to reject transactional politics, which he believes has contributed to misgovernance and poor leadership.
He stressed the importance of choosing leaders who are focused on long-term solutions for the state and the nation.

He concluded with a message of hope: “A new Nigeria is POssible!”

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Kogi State PDP applauds Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s milestone in office

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Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kogi State has celebrated the achievements of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as she marks her one-year anniversary in office. The party praised her dedication to transformative leadership and her efforts to uplift the lives of her constituents.

In a statement issued by the State Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Tijani Umoru, the PDP highlighted Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s commitment to good governance and the delivery of democratic dividends.

“Senator Natasha exemplifies the values of the PDP through her dedication to the welfare and development of her people,” said Tijani. “In just one year, her work has shown how effective representation can positively impact the lives of her constituents.”

Tijani described her as a “distinguished leader” who has brought meaningful changes to the Kogi Senatorial Zone. He noted that her service has reaffirmed the PDP’s role as a driver of progress and prosperity in Kogi State, adding that her leadership promises a new era of development for the entire state.

The party also expressed its confidence that Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s efforts will continue to foster hope and progress across communities, reinforcing the party’s vision for a brighter future.

The PDP concluded its statement by reaffirming its commitment to democratic values and good governance, as well as its belief in a prosperous future for Kogi State under its leadership.

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Atiku Abubakar outlines what he would have done for Nigeria’s Economic Reforms

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***Calls for Strategic Planning and Empathy

Former Vice President of Nigeria and 2023 Presidential candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) Atiku Abubakar has shared his vision for a reformed Nigerian economy, detailing what he would have done differently to address the country’s current economic challenges.
Responding to public interest in his approach, Abubakar outlined a detailed strategy focused on economic stability, institutional reforms, and social protection for vulnerable Nigerians.

Speaking through his chief spokesperson Mr. Paul Ibe, the former vice President emphasized the need for better planning and strategic reform implementation.
“Rather than focusing on me, Nigerians should be asking what President Tinubu can do now to alleviate the pain caused by his economic policies,” he stated. However, he expressed hope that some of his ideas might inspire solutions for Nigeria’s economic struggles.
Reeling out his strategy that included Comprehensive Economic Planning and Sequencing of Reforms, Abubakar underscored the importance of a well-coordinated reform strategy.
He argued that implementing major fiscal changes, such as fuel subsidy removal and exchange rate adjustments, all at once was too abrupt for Nigeria’s economic environment. “We would have sequenced our reforms to achieve fiscal and monetary alignment and avoid overwhelming the economy,” he explained.
He also dwelled on the need for transparent communication and public engagement highlighting the need for open communication with the public, stressing that public trust is essential for successful reforms. “Transparent communication with the public is essential to build public trust, which is important to ensure that citizens understand what the government is doing,” he said.

“One of Abubakar’s priorities would have been to establish robust social protection programs to shield low-income Nigerians from the impact of economic reforms. “Our reforms would have a human face,” he stated, outlining plans for a social safety net that would provide financial support and economic opportunities for the most vulnerable.
On specific Measures to Boost Economic Development Abubakar proposed the creation of $10b Economic Stimulus Fund to support small businesses across Nigeria.
The fund, he said, would empower MSMEs and support youth employment through targeted skills-to-job programs.
Abubakar’s plan included creation of an Infrastructure Development Unit directly under the presidency to coordinate infrastructure projects across the country.
“The IDU would work with ministries to oversee a $25 billion Infrastructure Development Fund to speed up projects in transportation, energy, and communication.
“To address Nigeria’s currency challenges, Abubakar advocated for a managed-floating exchange rate, rather than a fully flexible rate.
He argued that such an approach would help maintain currency stability while avoiding the pitfalls of a fixed rate system.

Abubakar reiterated his stance on subsidy removal, arguing for a gradual, phased approach that would allow the economy to adjust. He proposed reinvesting the funds saved into healthcare, education, and rural infrastructure, while increasing domestic refining capacity to reduce dependency on fuel imports.

In conclusion, Abubakar expressed hope that President Tinubu’s administration would consider some of these ideas to address the nation’s economic issues, emphasizing that Nigerians deserve leadership that prioritizes their well-being. “I believe that our sacrificial investments today will form the foundation for tomorrow’s development strides,” he said, affirming his commitment to a vision of “a New Nigeria.”

Culled from Everyday.ng

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