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Osinbajo: A Memo to APC Delegates

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Prof Yemi Osinbajo

 

By: Ahmad Abdullahi

In a few days time, political parties in the country would have concluded all the rituals of producing candidates that will represent them in the 2023 general presidential elections. This election season has seen an unprecedented rise in the number of aspirants who want to take the country’s number one top job. While many are contenders, there are many who are pretenders, and a host of others are just bystanders.

It has been reported that over twenty-five people have purchased the presidential nomination forms of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The major ones among them include the APC National Leader, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, Senate President Ahmad Lawan, erstwhile transportation minister Rotimi Amaechi, former President Good luck Jonathan, a host of state governors and of course the Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo.

The calibre of the contestants suggest that it will be very difficult if not impossible to achieve consensus in favour of any candidate. It is therefore highly likely that Nigerians are going to witness one of the most hotly contested primary elections in this 4th Republic. As the country is battling with so many challenges, citizens will be hoping that the right and best candidate emerge from APC as it stands the best position to clinch power at the national level. As all eyes will be on the delegates in few days, the question is therefore, who represents the best option at the moment.

To be honest, many candidates that have expressed interest so far have good political credentials and prerequisite experience to lead the country. We have had presidents in the past who were probably not as good as some of theses candidates. However, a among the best, we have the very best. This is why, the vice president, Professor Yemi Osinbajo is head and shoulders above his co-contestants.

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While going into the contest, Nigerians and particularly the APC delegates should note that the Vice President is the first and only Professor to become President or Vice President in Nigeria and has so far adequately demonstrated why the most educated among us need to be allowed to serve at the highest level. He is the one who has supervised and presided over the initiation and implementation of the largest Social Investment Programme in the history of Contemporary Africa. Irrespective of the challenges, this programme has been a huge success and signpost achievement for the Buhari administration.

Yes, under normal circumstances nobody will attempt to aspire for president of a country if he is not soundly educated and experienced. Among the lots, Yemi Osinbajo is the undoubtedly the most adequately educated and professionally inclined Presidential hopeful among the very top living Nigerians today. This should give him an edge over other aspirants.

The law professor has spent seven solid years serving Nigerians and the President with uncommon patience, dedication and humility. He has never disappointed on any task assigned to him. Nigeria’s major problem being basically that of justice, law and order, he is the foremost elite with the best understanding of the needed legal and judicial reforms to turnaround the fortunes and future of the country.

Osinbajo is the man who understands all the successes of this administration and is in a better position to build on them, and also the man who understands all its shortcomings and is in a better position to make up for them. As one of the brains behind the APC Manifesto at the party’s inception and its operationalization in government as VP, Osinbajo is in the best position to consolidate its implementation as President.

Unlike many Presidential hopefuls who are planning to run from regional, religious, political and selfish motivations, the VP plans to become a true Nigerian candidate and a president for all Nigerians. As Acting President, he made one of the most diplomatic and yet authoritative efforts to save Nigeria from untimely disintegration. He brought together all political, traditional and professional stakeholders in Aso Rock to further boost their confidence in the Nigerian Project.

In his tour of the 36 states to campaign for delegates votes and stakeholders support, he has always been close to his tablet. He listens passionately, digests carefully and records almost everything himself in the device. This shows his level of commitment which is quite exceptional.

It wouldve been a very big political injustice if the Vice President had been bullied out of the Presidential race for some parochial unsubstantial reasons. It wouldve been a case of the best contender being intimidated out because he couldnt be beaten on competent grounds. He is prepared for the job and will make a good president. The initiative now lies with the APC Delegates who will be the deciders. Once they stand on the part of patriotism and do their part, Nigerians will complete the job early next year.

The writer is the Team Lead of the Osinbajo-Face of Hope Project.

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Breaking: Tinubu Orders Release of Minors Arrested Over Endbadgovernance Protest

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President Bola Ahmad Tinubu

President Tinubu Orders release of all minors who participated in the Endbadgovernance protest .

 

The minister of information and national orientation Muhammad Idris stated this to state House correspondents.

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents, on Monday.

The Minister was flanked by the Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy; Sunday Dare, Special Adviser on Public Communications and orientation.

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Idris stated that the President has instructed the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, to begin the process of securing the minors’ release without delay.

“The President has directed that all minors be released on the and also reunited with their families anywhere they are in the country. A committee has been set up to look at the issues surrounding their arrest, detention and release. All the law enforcement agents related to the case will be investigated and anyone found wanting will be brought to book,” he said.

 

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76 Detained Children: Northwest Youth-Students Forum hails Senator Barau, AGF’s prompt intervention

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The Northwest Youth and Students Forum (NWYSF) has expressed its heartfelt appreciation to the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin and the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, for their prompt intervention in the detention of minors by the Nigeria Police Force, following the End Bad Governance Protest.

The forum in a statement signed by its National Chairman, Abubakar Isyaku Balan said the swift action by the leaders will brings hope to the affected families and demonstrates a commitment to protecting the rights of vulnerable citizens nationwide.

He said “The giant move of the Deputy President of the Senate and the Attorney General of the Federal is no doubt a commendable one. We are proud of this and look forward to the release of the children courtesy of this movement.”

According to the statement, the NWYSF, as a forum comprising of talented youth and students, deemed it necessary to protectively initiate awareness programs that will enlighten the teeming youth on human rights and activism.

“We acknowledge that the minors actions were driven by ignorance and a lack of proper orientation, underscoring the need for civic education and sensitization in the Northwest region. Addressing the underlying issues that led to this situation is crucial, rather than simply punishing the minors. This approach will foster a more informed and empowered youth.

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“Considering the economic situation in the North, we urge the Federal Government to show compassion and release the detained minors, taking into account their age and circumstances. We also call on the government to provide support for their rehabilitation and education.

“In partnership with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community leaders, NWYSF will develop sensitization initiatives focusing on empowering youths with knowledge of their rights and responsibilities, promoting understanding and respect for human rights and teaching alternative dispute resolution methods.

“In view of the above, by working together, we can prevent similar incidents and foster a more informed, peaceful, and inclusive society,” the statement added.

 

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ICPC Arraigns Provost, Lecturer for Certificate Forgery in Sokoto

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Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu ,ICPC Chairman

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Hauwau Gimbiya Mukhtar Abdulkarim, the serving Provost of the Federal College of Education (Technical) (FCET), Gusau, alongside Abdullahi Boyi, a lecturer with the Sokoto State College of Education (SSCE), on alleged certificate forgery.

The duo were arraigned on a six-count charge, registered as charge No. SS/213c/2024, before Hon. Justice Muhammad Aliyu Sambo at the Sokoto State High Court. ICPC accused the two defendants of forging an appointment letter and using it to apply for the position of Provost at the Federal College of Education (Technical) Gusau, Zamfara State.

The defendants were also accused of making false statements to ICPC officers during the investigation, which is an offence under Section 25(1)(a) and punishable under Section 25(ii)(b) of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000. “Both defendants, however, pleaded ‘not guilty’ to all six charges when read to them by the Court’s Registrar,” the ICPC revealed in a statement.

Counsel for the defendants, Dr. Muhammad Mansur Aliyu and Mr. M.S. Diri SAN, moved for bail applications on behalf of their clients. They requested the court to consider reasonable bail terms, citing the defendants’ “established positions and cooperation during the investigation.”

Counsel to the ICPC, Mr. Suleiman Ahmad, did not oppose the bail applications. Following the consideration of the applications, Hon. Justice Sambo granted bail under specific conditions designed to ensure the defendants’ continued presence throughout the trial proceedings.

The bail conditions require each defendant to provide two sureties who are permanent residents of Sokoto State, with each surety signing a bond of one million naira (₦1,000,000). After granting bail, the ICPC prosecutor requested a date for the trial to commence, emphasizing the Commission’s preparedness to present witnesses and evidence in support of the charges.

Hon. Justice Sambo adjourned the matter to November 21, 2024, when the hearing is set to begin. The prosecution is expected to call witnesses and introduce material evidence to substantiate the allegations.

The ICPC press release was signed by Demola Bakare, Acting Director of Public Enlightenment and Education, and Spokesperson for the Commission.

 

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