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TRIBUNAL UPHOLDS GOV. UZODIMMA’S VICTORY IN IMO GUBER ELECTION …. _Imo APC Chairman MacDonald Ebere Hails Verdict as Victory for Imolites_
The Imo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal, sitting in Abuja, has today, Friday, May 24, upheld the victory of Dist. Sen. Hope Uzodimma of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the Governor of Imo State. The tribunal dismissed petitions filed by both the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party challenging the results of the November 11, 2023, governorship election.
Earlier today, the tribunal dismissed the petition filed by the Labour Party’s faction led by Athan Achonu. The petition challenged the election on the grounds of the governor’s eligibility and alleged non-compliance with electoral provisions. The tribunal ruled that the issue of eligibility was a pre-election matter within the exclusive purview of the APC, the second respondent. The petitioner, being a non-member of the APC, had no standing to contest it. Additionally, the tribunal found that the Labour Party failed to prove beyond reasonable doubt that there was non-compliance with electoral provisions during the election.
Similarly, the petition filed by Hon. Chief Samuel Nnaemeka Anyanwu, popularly known as Samdaddy, of the PDP was dismissed. His petition questioned the governor’s qualification to run due to alleged forged certificates and claimed over-voting during the election. The tribunal ruled that Samdaddy did not prove his case beyond reasonable doubt, affirming that Governor Uzodimma’s results were valid and that he was qualified to run. Furthermore, the allegations of over-voting were dismissed as hearsay, lacking substantial evidence.
The tribunal’s decisions were met with jubilation among supporters of the APC. The State Party Chairman of APC, Imo State, Hon. MacDonald Ebere, PhD, expressed happiness with the judgments. Speaking to newsmen, Ebere described the victory as one for all Imolites who voted massively for Governor Uzodimma across the 27 Local Government Areas of Imo state. He emphasized that the Governor would continue delivering dividends of democracy, highlighting the recent payment of gratuities to retired civil servants as an example of his commitment to the people.
Ebere also highlighted the governor’s achievements in infrastructure, healthcare, and education. He pointed out that under Uzodimma’s administration, numerous roads have been constructed and rehabilitated, improving connectivity and boosting the local economy. The chairman noted that the Governor’s efforts in upgrading healthcare facilities have made quality medical services more accessible to the residents of Imo State.
Furthermore, Ebere commended Governor Uzodimma for his focus on education, citing the renovation of schools and provision of learning materials as pivotal steps toward enhancing the quality of education in the state. He also mentioned the Governor’s initiatives to attract investment and create job opportunities, which have started yielding positive results, reducing unemployment rates in the state.
Ebere congratulated Governor Uzodimma, urging him to persist in fulfilling his campaign promises to the citizens of Imo State. He expressed confidence that the Governor’s leadership would bring more development and prosperity to the state. He also called on the opposition to join hands with the Governor to move the state forward, emphasizing the need for unity and collective effort in achieving sustainable development.
The tribunal’s rulings have effectively settled the disputes surrounding the November 11, 2023, governorship election, reaffirming Sen. Hope Uzodimma’s mandate as the Governor of Imo State. As the state moves forward, the focus shifts to governance and the continued delivery of promises made during the election campaign.
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May 21, 2019
Sahara Reporters, New York
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Governor Wike is accusing Sarham of running a massive oil theft in the state as well as sending troops to assassinate him on the 15 of February 2019.
Jamil Sarham, general officer commanding 6 division of the Nigerian army, has said Nyesom Wike Offered him billions of Naira in bribe to compromise the governorship elections in the state.
Aminu Iliyasu, the division’s spokesman, Sarham said governor Wike decided to witch hunt him when he turned down the offer.
Governor Wike is accusing Sarham of of running a massive oil theft in the state as well as sending troops to assassinate him on the 15 of Febuary 2019.
Denying the allegations, Sarham said: “Wike’s resentment against me is based on my choice of professionalism and integrity over the billions of naira offered me by the Rivers state governor to compromise the 2019 general election,” the statement read.
“My refusal to be bought over and the rejection of the hefty offer is the genesis of Wike’s hatred and vociferous criticisms of me.
“On the mischievous accusation against Maj. Gen. Sarham of leaking proceedings of State Security Council meetings to criminals in Rivers State, Mr. Wike knows well that Maj.-Gen. Sarham is not a member of the Rivers State Security Council, neither has he ever approached the gates of Rivers State Government House, since his assumption of office as the GOC, 6 Division.
“Mr. Wike only came face-to-face with Maj. Gen. Sarham on the 15th of January, 2019, during the 2019 Armed Forces Remembrance Day parade at Isaac Boro Park, Port Harcourt.
“The Nigerian Army wishes to challenge Wike to provide the public with any evidence of such meetings, with Maj. Gen. Sarham in attendance. Wike’s allegation against Maj.-Gen. Sarham’s selfish involvement in illegal oil bunkering is another reckless, spurious and mischievous accusation.
“Hence, Headquarters of 6 Division wishes to request the Rivers governor to take the most civilised way of putting up a petition to the relevant authorities, to make a point.”
Culled from Sahara reporters archive
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja, Nigeria, to attend the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, holding in New York, United States of America.
This is contained in a statement issued by Mr Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to The President on Media and Communications (Office of The Vice President), on Sunday in Abuja.
Ekwutosblog reports that the session will hold between Monday, September 22 and Sunday, September 28.
Nkwocha said Shettima, who is representing President Bola Tinubu, at the global event, would deliver Nigeria’s national statement and join other dignitaries at the UN high-level general debates, among other side events.
He revealed that the vice-president would announce Nigeria’s new Nationally Determined Contributions, NDCs, under the Paris Agreement at this year’s UN special event on climate.
The Vice Chairman of Badagry West Local Council Development Area, LCDA, Lagos State, Princess Oluremi Nutayi Ajose, has died two months after assuming office.
Reports from the ancient town of Badagry confirmed that the late council vice chairman died on Saturday, sending shockwaves through the local political and traditional communities.
Ajose, who was sworn in on July 27, 2025, alongside the LCDA Chairman, Hon. Rauf Ibrahim Kayode Yemaren, and five councilors, were inaugurated by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in Lagos.
Family sources confirmed her death, disclosing that her remains have been deposited in a morgue.
Princess Ajose was the daughter of His Royal Majesty, Oba Oyekan Possi Ajose, the Alapa of Apa Egun-Awori Kingdom, further deepening the grief within the royal household and across the community.
Ekwutosblog recalls that Oluwakemi Rufai, Councillor for Ward C1 in Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area, also died on August 13, barely two weeks after being sworn into office.
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