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Dr Ugwo blasts Ohakim for eyeing 2027 Guber, commends Chavon’s stand on Chatter of Equity.

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As issues concerning Imo Chatter of Equity and 2028 Imo State Governorship election continuous to raise dust, an illustrious son of Imo State, Dr Chigozie Ugwo and the State Coordinator of Imo Youths on Equity has lambasted former Governor Ikedi Ohakim for eyeing the governorship after 17 years he was booted out of office due to the manner he allegedly mismanaged power.

Speaking on behalf of Imo youths on Equity in Owerri, Dr Ugwo called on Chief Ohakim to
check his conscience if really is right and justifiable in the eyes of mankind for him to talk of Governorship seat after Seventeen good years he left office, he questioned what he left in Government House after he allegedly mismanaged power given to himbin2007.

 

His words; “I personally ask him of what moral social and political justification to claim Governorship come 2028. The same power giving to him in 2007, he didn’t know how he manage it until it eroded him in 2011.

We continue to ask a simple question to my people from Okigwe Zone of what moral, social and political justification do they have to contest Imo Governorship Seat come 2028”

According to him; Imo Youths on Equity, hereby states clearly that the decisions of the Imo Elders Council on Charter of Equity is Sacrosanct and they will massively draw grassroots support for Equity to prevail come 2028.

He noted that the former governor has seen that is not easy to get power, saying; he has been contesting and be loosing why now and of what magic is he anticipating come 2027.

His words; “even if Governor Uzodinma is his blood brother, let me remind him that Okigwe Zone rejected him since 2011 and will continued to reject him as he has been contesting”

He called on Chief Ohakim not to allow miscreants and political Jobbers to deceive him come 2028.

Alleging that the former governor is out for a political fight, a revenge mission and not for governance, he admonished him to think of peace and unity of Imo State, saying; ‘a word is enough for the wise, No more no less Owerri zone is ripe to produce Governor come 2027’

He seized the opportunity provided by the media chat to commend a grate and dynamic Leader from Owerri Zone Prince Charles Amadi (Chavon) for his emphatic analysis on zoning, his stand in 2015 Governorship Election, his stand come 2027 Imo Guber. and for standing firm on the decisions of Imo Council of Elders.

He States that Imo Youths on Equity are glad to see someone like him standing firm for Owerri Zone come 2027, He is a man of few words and Imo youths on Equity will stand solidly behind him. We equally urge other leaders to emulate him to stand on the decisions of the Imo Elders Council for power Rotation, starting from Owerri zone come 2027.

 

Expressing gratitude to Prince Amadi for his efforts towards Imo State Governor of Owerri Zone Extraction, Dr Ugwo maintained that Imo Youths on Equity believes in him as he has proven to be a dynamic leader with Character, Competency, credibility and Capacity.

The leadership of Imo Youths on Equity scored him high for Always standing on the victory side and expressed Hope that Prince Amadi as the leader of Owerri Zone political Leaders Forum (OZOPOLF) has the interest of Owerri Zone at heart.

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I’ll continue to give Tinubu’s enemies high blood pressure – Wike

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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike has vowed to ensure that President Bola Tinubu’s enemies develop high blood pressure.

Wike said he had realised that Tinubu’s opponents are unhappy with his good works since assuming office in 2023.

The minister made this statement during the commissioning of the Arterial Road N16 (Shehu Shagari Way) from Ring Road 1 (Nnamdi Azikiwe Way) to Arterial Road N20 (Wole Soyinka Way), along with other roads in the Katampe district of capital city, by President Tinubu on Wednesday.

Wike recalled how he came to understand, while watching television, that some individuals harbour resentment towards Tinubu.

The minister vowed to continue rolling out commendable projects that would cause further dismay to the President’s critics.

He said: “Sometimes, I don’t know, spiritually I was touched. I was just touched to turn it (TV) on, and I was watching, and I didn’t realise that people could be in pain, but now I know that such people are in pain.

“I now must make sure I continue to give them high blood pressure. As they continue to be in pain, it’ll be sweetening us, and that’s now my job.

“I’ll be happy, moving around, and laughing every time, and they’ll be there shouting, fighting, and killing themselves. So, Mr President, thank you for being part of this revolution.”

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Democracy Day: ‘Nigeria is not where it should be’ – Niger Gov, Bago

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Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has expressed concern that despite over two decades of uninterrupted democratic rule, Nigeria still falls short of its potential.

The governor spoke in a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, to commemorate this year’s Democracy Day.

Bago stressed that more needs to be done to translate democratic rule into tangible development.

“It is worrisome that despite the uninterrupted democratic rule that Nigeria has been having from 1999, the Nation is still not where it should be. More needs to be done,” Bago said.

He called for electoral reforms and enhanced civic participation for inclusive governance and strong democratic institutions that protect the vulnerable, ensure justice and provide equal opportunities for all, thereby, advancing democracy in Nigeria.

Bago also called on Nigerians to reflect deeply on progress made, renew their commitments in the democratic process and uphold the principles of democracy.

According to him, “Democracy symbolises the victory of the collective will of the people, over dictatorship. It also reminds every patriotic Nigerian of the struggles, sacrifices, aspirations, and resilience of our past heroes and heroines.”

He also stated that semocracy has brought about transparency and accountability in governance, vibrant political competition, expression of diverse viewpoints and increased civic engagement, among others.

Bago reassured the people of Niger State that through responsible leadership and inclusive governance for a sustainable development, more dividends of democracy will be provided.

He also called for continuous prayers, support and understanding, while reiterating his firm resolve in the task of building a more secure, transformed and prosperous state under his New Niger Agenda.

“I urge you all to continue to pray for leaders at all levels for a purposeful leadership. I reaffirm my commitment to the New Niger project, which is a possibility,” the governor stated.

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PDP condemns marking of Reps, LG chairman’s houses for demolition over alleged cultism

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The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Edo State has condemned the marking for demolition of the residence of Marcus Onobun, a member of the House of Representatives, for alleged connection to, cultism by the state government.

Ekwutosblog reports that Dr Anthony Aziegbemi, Chairman, Edo PDP Caretaker Committee made the condemnation in a statement made available to newsmen Wednesday in Benin City.

In the statement, Aziegbemi disclosed that houses belonging to Marcus Onobun, representing Esan Central/Esan West/Igueben Federal Constituency in the National Assembly and the illegally impeached elected chairman of Esan West Local Government Area, Collins Aigbogun have been marked for demolition by the state government.

 

The statement dated June 11, 2025, is titled, “unwarranted demolition threat against Marcus Onobun and Hon Collins Aigbogun, a clear case of political victimization”.

He said the two chieftains of the party’s property in their various hometowns were jointly marked for arbitrary demolition.

He alleged that the perpetual resort to political harassment and witch-hunt is a desperate attempt to intimidate, silence and cripple the opposition in the state.

The PDP caretaker committee chairman, also alleged that the brazen move by the State government represents a disturbing abuse of power and a misuse of legislation to target political opponents.

He, however, demanded an immediate halt to the planned demolitions, just as he also called on the State Government to retrace its steps and respect the legal rights and fundamental freedoms of Onobun, Aigbogun, and all citizens, regardless of their political affiliation.

“The Anti-Cultism Law, as passed, clearly stipulates that property can only be subject to forfeiture or demolition “after a valid conviction by a competent court of law.

“At present, there is no such conviction against Hon Onobun and Hon Aigbogun but only baseless allegations. This is not law enforcement; it is a “political witch-hunt.

“We wish to remind the Edo State Government that Nigeria is governed by law, not by executive fiat. The weaponisation of laws to stifle opposition voices and intimidate perceived political rivals is not only a threat to democracy in Edo State but a dangerous precedent for the rest of the country”, he said.

He, however, described the marking as vindictive action and called on all well-meaning citizens, civil society organisations, and the international community to speak out against the injustice.

Aziegbemi, however, put the policemen, bulldozer drivers, as well as owners of the bulldozers, on notice that they will be held liable if, for any reason, they participate in the supervision, destruction, or demolition of any building or property without a valid court order.

He opined that the policemen, bulldozer drivers, as well as owners of the bulldozers, do not enjoy the immunity that the governor enjoys, and the law frowns at the execution of unlawful orders!

“At this juncture, we call on Senator Okpebholo and the Edo State Government to cease this intolerance for dissenting voices and vindictive demolition in various guises and redirect their efforts towards delivering transparent, inclusive, and effective governance that truly serves the interests of the Edo people. This political victimisation must stop”, he added.

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