Politics
A VISION OF RENEWED HOPE AND DEMOCRATIC PROGRESS
…. _Democracy Day Address from Hon. MacDonald Ebere, PhD, KSJI, State Party Chairman, All Progressives Congress, Imo State_
As we commemorate Democracy Day, I extend heartfelt greetings and best wishes to every citizen of Imo State. Today, we not only celebrate the progress and achievements of our nation, Nigeria, but also reflect on the significance of democracy and honor those who have tirelessly fought for its establishment and preservation. This day also marks one year of RENEWED HOPE in our country, Nigeria.
June 12 is a symbolic date that honors the sacrifices and struggles of our heroes who championed the cause of democracy in Nigeria. We remember their extraordinary efforts and commit ourselves to upholding the principles they fought for every day.
As the State Party Chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Imo State, I want to affirm my unwavering belief in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s dedication to the tenets of democracy. Throughout his career and in his over one year in office as President, Dist.Sen Tinubu has consistently demonstrated a steadfast commitment to democratic ideals, good governance, and the progress of our great nation, Nigeria, through strategic implementation of national policies aimed at rejigging the system for growth. His visionary leadership has set a standard for accountability, transparency, and inclusiveness, which are the pillars of a thriving democracy.
I also wish to humbly request our esteemed President to continue fostering a collaborative relationship with our Shared Prosperity Governor, Dist.Sen Hope Uzodimma. It is through such cooperation that we can always deliver the true dividends of democracy to Imo State. I have witnessed firsthand Governor Uzodimma’s relentless efforts, innovative ideas, and passion for the development of our state. The first quarter of his second term as has been super productive, a replication of his achievements in his first term. With the support and guidance of President Tinubu, I am confident that we can achieve even greater milestones in the years ahead.
To the citizens of Imo State, I extend my sincere good wishes on this significant Democracy Day. As we celebrate the progress and achievements of our democratic journey, let us remain united and committed to the ideals that make our nation great. I urge you to continue offering your prayers and support for the leadership of our state and country. Together, we can build a brighter future for Imo State, where prosperity, justice, and peace prevail.
Happy Democracy Day, people of Imo State!
Signed,
Hon. MacDonald Ebere, PhD, KSJI
Chairman, All Progressives Congress, Imo State
12-06-2024
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Friday declared that he’s still a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.
Wike’s comment followed his expulsion from the party by the faction led by National Chairman, Kabiru Turaki.
Turaki had formally dispatched expulsion certificates to 11 prominent party chieftains, including Wike, former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, Umaru Bature, Kamarudeen Ajibade, SAN, Abdurahman Muhammad Senator Mao Ohuabunwa.
He said their expulsion was aimed at sanitising the party ahead of the 2027 elections.
Reacting to the development on Friday, Wike dismissed the claim while assuring that he would continue to work with other party members in making PDP a relevant opposition party.
The minister spoke while addressing journalists after inspecting the Interchange bridge and road linking Gwarinpa with Jahi and direct to Katampe, Gishiri and Maitama.
He said, “Those that are factionalized are bound to leave the party, I’m still in PDP and you can see that not everybody has left.
“We still have good numbers and we will continue to work together and that’s what I have said to the party. Put your house in order because at the end of the day, if you don’t put your house in order, it’s the party that is losing.
“So those who are worried, we can work together to see how the party can remain a relevant opposition.”
The governments of Abia and Imo States have announced the launching of a joint security taskforce and surveillance along the Aba-Owerri expressway, starting from Owerrinta in Abia State all the way to Owerri, Imo State.
The launch followed recent attacks by criminals on the expressway, including kidnapping, armed robbery and other criminal activities.
The formation of the joint security taskforce and surveillance was announced by Ferdinand Ekeoma, the Special Adviser to Governor Alex Otti on Media and Publicity.
His statement read in part: “Arising from a strategic emergency security meeting held today, 4th December, 2025, by the Governors of Abia and Imo Sates at the Imo State Government Owerri House, His Excellency Governor Alex Otti and His Excellency Senator Hope Uzodinma resolved to set up a joint security Taskforce that shall consist of Soldiers, Naval Personnel, Police Officers , DSS Personnel, and other Government Security Agencies.
“The joint security Taskforce shall, starting from tomorrow 5th December 2025, patrol the road 24 hours nonstop, while carrying out massive surveillance in the surrounding bushes using sophisticated drones and other modern security equipment.”
According to the statement, Governor Alex Otti commended the Governor of Imo State for arresting the criminals who carried out an attack on His advanced team and other passengers a few days ago.
“The two Governors, while assuring citizens plying the road on a daily basis and those returning home for Christmas of their safety and security, warn that there would be severe consequences for any criminal caught on the road going forward”, Ekeoma concluded.
President Bola Tinubu has transmitted to the senate two lists of 34 career and 31 non career ambassadors nominees for screening and confirmation.
Prominent names listed as non career ambassadors include Reno Omokri, Femi Fani-Kayode, Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, Victor Ikpeazu and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.
Also listed as non career ambassadors nominees are Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Vice Admiral Ete Ibas, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, Senator Nora Daduut, Fatima Ajimobi, and Senator Ita Enang among others.
The two lists brings to 68 number of persons nominated so far as ambassadors awaiting confirmation by the Senate.
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