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2023 Gov Elections:Concerned Yagbs Citizens In Diaspora Progressives Movement Raises Alarm Over Political Impunity In Yagba Land

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Governor Yahaya Bello

 

 

“There may be times when we are powerless to prevent injustice, but there must never be a time when we fail to protest.”

Nothing can stop the power of a committed and determined people to make a difference in our society.

 

The duo above popular quotes best described  our feelings towards the disturbing  political atmosphere in Yagba  and extensively in  Kogi land.

Ahead of the forth coming  Kogi state governorship elections, Yagba Progressive  Movement in  strong terms  frown at what we would best tag as the  barbaric and uncivilized  pattern of politicking by some politicians in the state.

Hon Leke Abejide  as the most popular and widely acceptable governorship candidate of all those contending for the exalted position of the governor of Kogi state has committed no crime to warrant the level of incitement and provocations been vented against him and his followers..

Abejide’s acceptability  is  the fruit of his output as  Member  representing  Yagba federal constituency in the House of Representatives , where he is currently  serving his second term in office.

 

That he transformed the how and why of federal  representation is today magneting  the massive followership he enjoys in the quest to proceed to secure the peoples mandate to become the next  democratically anointed occupant  of  Kogi state government house.

Abejide has risen the  bar of representation by putting smiles on the faces of widows, youth and students, his magic touch on  infrastructures, roads, health, water and agricultural empowerment programs has convinced doubting Thomases over his large political heart.

Abejide  has  a stool  in the homes in Yagba land.

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We make bold to state that , It’s on record that the non performance of the current Yahaya Bello government in the last over 7 years, has left  Yagba sector of the state in abject poverty and  abandonment  in the supposed even  distribution of the state resources.

Our local government have been strangulated by being  denied their  mandatory funds,  leading to non payment of salaries of teachers and local government workers, pensions and gratuity , all are  not been paid , likewise  feasible project  is  now an anathema in our area.

 

Our roads are in  deplorable  conditions, cutting  off  our people completely from accessing other parts of the state.

The level of hardship imposed on our people  is  disheartening .

 

The cumulative failure of the Yahaya Bello government has made  Ododo, the APC candidate  very difficult to market ,  if given the mandate by the people , it is  a widely accepted belief that he is going to be the continuation of Yahaya Bello’s  government , which the people have vowed to resist.

The people  are determined and resolute  that this is the time to hand their mandate to  Hon Leke Abejide, who has earned  their trust and confidence

 

To  the  promoters of APC  and their  drivers of the Ododo project in Yagba land,  the fear of Leke Abejide is  the beginning of wisdom.

Thus they have  resorted to  pooling down the billboards of Hon Leke Abejide in Yagba Mopa Amuro and Yagba West LGA.

 

This set of unskilled political jobbers, we learnt that they were to host Ododo in Yagba and needed to create a false impression, we know that the people have made up their minds to vote for Leke Abejide and with or without billboards, but it is important we state here,  that this is unacceptable and we of the above group condemn  these shameless acts  in strong terms.

We hereby call on the governor of Kogi state, His Excellency, Alh Yahaya Bello to call the APC members of Mopa Amuro and Yagba West to order, if  this senseless acts are  not curtailed, it would lead to the possible break down of law and order  in the area, let all those  involved in this lawlessness  know for sure  that this acts of criminalities  will be met with very strong resistance.

Further provocative attacks on the campaign materials installed or pasted by the supporters of  Hon Leke Abejide will not be tolerated.

 

We call on the beloved president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria , His Excellency  Bola Ahmed Tinubu to call to order the executive  governor of Kogi state, such only will usher in a  free, fair and violence free campaigns and  election.

It is our conviction and firm belief  that no blood of any Kogites is worth the election of 11th November, 2023.

 

S S OLORUNSHOLA

Movement President

 

 

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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.

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.

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“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.

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“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.

“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.

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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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