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October 25, 2023 We Considered Cost And Bad Roads Before Approving Land Cruisers — Senate

We Considered Cost And Bad Roads Before Approving Land Cruisers — Senate

Sunday Karimi, the Chairman of the Senate Services Committee from Kogi West (APC), has addressed the recent public uproar surrounding the acquisition of Prado Landcruiser Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) for the 469 federal lawmakers, deeming it misdirected.

During an interview with journalists in Abuja after a Senate plenary session, Karimi expressed his disappointment with the extensive media coverage and scrutiny that followed the revelation of the vehicle purchase deal, which has become a customary occurrence every four years.

Karimi elaborated on the Senate's decision-making process, emphasizing that various factors were considered, including cost-effectiveness, durability, and the challenging condition of many Nigerian roads, before opting for the SUVs. He found it unfair that the attention and criticism focused on lawmakers' utility vehicles, as the situation was far more excessive at the executive level. He pointed out that non-elected ministers frequently travelled in convoys with multiple such vehicles without significant scrutiny from the media or the public.

Karimi stated, "Some ministers possess more than three Land Cruisers, Prados, and other vehicles, and no one questions them. Why focus on us? When I visit my senatorial district, I incur substantial expenses on my vehicles due to our poor road conditions. Do you understand?"

He continued, "Our choice to use the Land Cruiser involved a comprehensive analysis, including price comparison and other factors related to cost and durability. It's not solely the senators' decision; we thoroughly analyzed it before opting for the Land Cruiser. It was based on a comparative analysis of the cost and durability of Nigerian roads. Do you follow me? We want something that can endure for another four years. Purchasing vehicles for the National Assembly is a recurring issue; it arises in every assembly."

He went on to say, "If you look at state houses of assembly today, most of them, even before being inaugurated, have had the governor purchase vehicles awaiting their arrival, as do local government chairmen. I have personally driven the vehicle used by my local government chairman. So, why single out the National Assembly?"

Addressing the cost of the vehicles, he explained, "Let me clarify, as the Chairman of the Service Committee. When I joined the Senate, I inherited a liability of over N16 billion, which included various items, including vehicles from the 7th, 8th, and 9th assemblies."

October 25, 2023 Regina Daniels Mother Bags Appointment In Delta State Government

Regina Daniels Mother Bags Appointment In Delta State Government

Rita Daniels, a prominent figure in Nollywood, has been named the Senior Special Assistant for Women Mobilization to the Governor of Delta State. This significant development was made public by her daughter, fellow actress Regina Daniels, through an Instagram post.

Regina Daniels expressed her immense pride and joy while extending her heartfelt congratulations to her mother for this "well-deserved" appointment. She applauded Rita Daniels for her unwavering commitment, tireless efforts, and enduring perseverance over the years. Regina firmly believes that this appointment is just the commencement of a series of even greater accomplishments for her beloved mother.

In her Instagram post, Regina conveyed her sentiments: "Congratulations to my wonderful mother @rita.daniels06 on your thoroughly earned appointment as the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Delta State for women mobilization. Your diligence and unwavering commitment over the years will undoubtedly bear fruit, by God's grace, my queen. @rita.daniels06, I firmly believe that this marks the inception of an even more remarkable journey, my dear mother.

October 25, 2023 Supreme Court To Deliver Final Verdict In Atiku, Obi’s Petitions Oct 26

Supreme Court To Deliver Final Verdict In Atiku, Obi’s Petitions Oct 26

The Supreme Court has set the date of Thursday, October 26, for the delivery of the ultimate verdicts in the two remaining petitions challenging the legitimacy of President Bola Tinubu's victory in the last presidential election.

These petitions were submitted by the presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, and Peter Gregory Obi from the Labour Party (LP). Dr. Awemeri Festus Akande, the Director of Press and Information for the Supreme Court, confirmed this development on Wednesday.

He assured that comprehensive security measures have been taken to ensure the safety of the court premises and its surroundings.

A seven-member panel of Justices, led by Justice John Inyang Okoro, concluded the final arguments presented by the legal representatives of the parties involved in the petitions on Monday. Following this, the Justices reserved their judgments for the upcoming ruling.

October 25, 2023 Senate Swears In Yohanna As Abbo’s Replacement

Senate Swears In Yohanna As Abbo’s Replacement

On Wednesday, the Senate administered the oath of office to Amos Yohanna, the new Senator representing Adamawa North Senatorial District. Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau, who presided over the session, conducted the swearing-in ceremony.

Yohanna, a member of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), assumes the position, succeeding Abbo, who was removed by the Appeal Court the previous week. Abbo was a member of the All-Progressives Congress (APC).

The Court of Appeal in Abuja delivered the judgment, which compelled Abbo's removal. A three-member panel, with Justice C.E. Nwosu-Iheme presiding, directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to issue a Certificate of Return to Yohanna as the duly elected representative of the Adamawa North Senatorial District in the National Assembly.

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This ruling overturned the earlier decision by the tribunal, which had upheld Abbo's victory as the senatorial election winner. INEC had initially declared Abbo the winner of the parliamentary election held on February 25, 2023. Discontented with this outcome, the PDP and Yohanna had lodged a petition with the tribunal to challenge the results.

The tribunal, however, had dismissed Yohanna's petition, finding it lacking in merit. Unsatisfied with this verdict, the PDP candidate, represented by his counsel, Johnson Usman, SAN, took the case to the Appeal Court. The Court of Appeal, after hearing arguments from both sides, concurred with Usman's argument, citing Section 137 of the Electoral Act, 2022, to highlight a lack of compliance with the Electoral Act. Consequently, the court deducted the invalid votes from both parties and declared Yohanna and the PDP as the winners based on the majority of lawful votes.

Following this judgment, Senator Abbo expressed his discontent, labelling it a blow to democracy. However, he urged his supporters to remain calm.

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