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October 5, 2023 Press Conference By Atiku Today In Response To Allegations Regarding Tinubu’s Certificate

Press Conference By Atiku Today In Response To Allegations Regarding Tinubu’s Certificate

On Thursday, October 5, 2023, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is set to address the global press in response to the persistent allegations surrounding President Bola Tinubu's educational credentials.

Dele Momodu, a spokesperson for the People’s Democratic Party's (PDP) presidential candidate in the previous election, took to Twitter on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, to make the announcement. Momodu assured that the conference would be accessible via Atiku's social media platforms and covered by international and local media networks.

While the precise details of Atiku's agenda for the conference remain undisclosed, it is widely speculated that it may be related to the ongoing controversy regarding President Tinubu's alleged fake certificate. This matter has been the subject of legal dispute between the two political rivals.

Following his defeat in the 2023 presidential election to Tinubu in February, Atiku sought legal recourse by challenging Tinubu's victory at the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC). In a September ruling, the court dismissed Atiku's petitions and confirmed Tinubu's election.

One of Atiku's key allegations against Tinubu, about the alleged forgery of a Chicago State University certificate, was among the petitions dismissed by the tribunal. Undeterred, Atiku pursued his case in the U.S. court system to obtain official documentation to substantiate his claims against Tinubu. Simultaneously, he turned to the Supreme Court for a final ruling on the February 25 presidential election.

The legal battle around Tinubu's academic records at Chicago State University has recently been prominent in Nigerian news. Despite the widespread attention and social media traction, Atiku has maintained a measured silence on the matter.

With the announcement of his impending world press conference, Nigerians eagerly anticipate Atiku's perspective on the issue. This development marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing dialogue surrounding the allegations against President Tinubu's educational background.

 

October 4, 2023 Ministerial Nominee Balarabe Faints During Screening

Ministerial Nominee Balarabe Faints During Screening

During his screening before the Senate, the Kaduna State ministerial nominee, Abbas Balarabe, collapsed suddenly. This occurred immediately after he concluded his presentation and received praise from one of the Kaduna senators.

In response to Balarabe's collapse, Senate President GodsWill Akpabio urgently called for water and sugar while summoning Dr. Musa. Following this, a closed-door session was promptly convened.

Balarabe had been nominated as a replacement for the former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai. This nomination was conveyed in a letter Akpabio read during Tuesday's plenary session.

Dr Jamila Ibrahaim and Ayodele Olawande were also named Minister of Youths and Minister of State for Youths, respectively, as earlier nominated by the President.

Balarabe, a former Secretary to the Kaduna State government, had been appointed in April to head a 65-member transition committee in anticipation of Uba Sani's swearing-in.

It is worth noting that in August, the Senate declined to confirm the nomination of El-Rufai, alongside former Nexim bank Managing Director Stella Okotete (Delta State) and Abubakar Danlandi, a nominee from Taraba State. Out of the 48 nominees presented by the President, 45 were successfully confirmed as ministers by the Senate.

 

October 4, 2023 APC Suspends Kogi Governorship Campaign

APC Suspends Kogi Governorship Campaign

In a sad turn of events, the All-Progressives Congress (APC) has temporarily halted its campaign efforts for the upcoming Nov. 11 Kogi Governorship Election.

This decision is a solemn tribute to Ms. Khadijat Yahaya, a dedicated party member who tragically lost her life in an attack by suspected thugs.

Kingsley Fanwo, the spokesperson for the state Campaign Council, conveyed this heartfelt message in an official statement released from Lokoja. The incident that led to Khadijat's untimely demise occurred during a clash between supporters of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and those of the APC in Kotonkarfe on Sept. 29.

Alhaji Usman Ododo, the state APC governorship candidate, visited the bereaved family in Kotonkarfe on Tuesday to extend his deepest sympathies. Overwhelmed by the loss, Ododo offered prayers for the peaceful repose of Khadijat's soul.

Malam Saliu Akawu, in response, expressed gratitude for Ododo's compassionate gesture. He emphasised that Ododo's visit exemplified his leadership as one driven by empathy and a strong connection to his people. Akawu lamented that senseless violence had taken Khadijat, a beacon of peace, from them.

Alhaji Usman Ododo also paid respects at the Palace of the Ohimege of Kotonkarfe, Alhaji Abdulrazak Koto. He shared his deep sorrow over Khadijat's tragic passing and described her as a fervent advocate for peace and progress in Kotonkarfe. Ododo pledged to pursue justice for Khadijat's grieving family, promising to honour her memory through meaningful action.

This pause in campaign activities serves as a poignant reminder of the very real impact that violence can have on the lives of individuals dedicated to the democratic process. The APC community stands united in honouring Khadijat's memory and in their commitment to ensuring a safer, more just society for all.

 

October 4, 2023 Aiyedatiwa: Ondo Assembly Asks CJ To Raise Impeachment Panel

Aiyedatiwa: Ondo Assembly Asks CJ To Raise Impeachment Panel

The Ondo State House of Assembly has instructed Chief Judge Justice Olusegun Odusola to form a seven-member panel to investigate allegations of gross misconduct against Deputy Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.

This move comes after the Assembly initiated impeachment proceedings, presenting 14 misconduct allegations to Aiyedatiwa.

READ ALSO: Ondo Assembly Initiates Impeachment Move Against Deputy Governor

As of the Tuesday plenary, the deputy governor had not responded to the allegations. Majority Leader Oluwole Ogunmolasuyi motioned for the Chief Judge to convene the panel, which Felix Afe seconded.

Speaker Olamide Oladiji confirmed Aiyedatiwa's failure to address the allegations, noting that the deputy governor's Chief Protocol Officer had received the notice on his behalf.

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