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The Independent Electoral Commission, INEC, on Wednesday presented Certificate of Return to the president-elect, Ahmed Bola Tinubu.
The Chairman of the Commission, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu presented the certificate to him in Abuja.
Tinubu won 12 states, his closest rival Atiku Abubakar of the People’s Democratic PDP, also won 12 states.
The candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr Peter Obi won 11 states including FCT while the candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, Rabiu Kwankwaso won one state.
Tinubu polled 8, 794, 726 while Atiku garnered 6,984,520. Obi scored 6,101,533 and Kwankwaso got 1, 496, 687.
Candidate of the All Progressive Congress, APC, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has won the 2023 Presidential election polling 8,794,726 to beat his closest rival of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar who polled 6,984,520 votes, to emerge runner up.
The candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr Peter Obi came third polling a total number of 6,101,533 votes and the candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, Rabiu Kwankwaso with 1,496,687 votes.
Of the 36 states and FCT, Tinubu, Obi, and Atiku won 12 states each while Kwankwaso won only Kano State.
The 12 states won by Tinubu are Ogun, Ekiti, Oyo, Kwara, Benue, Rivers, Borno, Zamfara, Jigawa, Ondo, Kogi and Niger State.
Atiku of the PDP won Taraba, Osun, Akwa Ibom, Adamawa, Kaduna, Sokoto, Yobe, Bayelsa, Kebbi, Bauchi, Gombe and Katsina.
Obi won the following states; Ebonyi, Enugu, Imo, Anambra, Abia, Delta, Edo, FCT, Plateau, Nasarawa, Lagos and Cross River.
Tinubu and his running mate, Kashim Shettima are expected to be presented with Certificates of Return later today.
•Says Their Resolves To Toe The Path Of Renewed Hope Will Be Fruitful
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, CON has hailed the good people of the State for their turnout at the last Saturday’s elections and voting for the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates from top to bottom.
Governor Akeredolu described the people of the State as unique and distinct in character and principle.
He said the voice of the people was unanimous and loud in choosing the candidates of the party across board.
“I’m proud, to say the least, of our conduct in the last Saturday’s election. We have shown again that we are unique people and very distinctive and deliberate in showing our commitment to strong values and principles.
“I thank you all for your display of love and support for all candidates of the APC. The huge votes garnered by our party in this last election is an unequivocal statement of your acceptability and support for our government in the State and the party.
“Before the elections, I urged you all to rise above the frustrations at the fuel stations and ATMs and vote for the candidates of the APC. Your response was loud and heartwarming. We have shown that we are a people of immeasurable knowledge and faith. You are reliable and trustworthy.
“Your display of courage and resilience is commendable. Your stance and convictions on our collective struggles have reflected in your choice and acceptability. We shall expend all efforts toward improving lives and developing our State. This march towards shared prosperity shall receive our utmost priority.
“Undoubtedly, this victory is yours. The gains shall fulfill your desirabilities and deepen your hope for a united and prosperous nation. We are thankful and honoured with your massive votes and turnout. You have written our names in gold and restored our glory as the home of progressives.” the Governor said.
Governor Akeredolu also enjoined the people to remain calm in the face of agitations amongst political parties as the results of the Presidential election are being announced.
“We understand that some political parties are agitated. But there is no reason for our people to succumb to agitations. I urge you all to remain calm. Don’t be caught in the web as the issues at hand are among political parties. The Parties will be resolved as time goes on. Let us go about our daily activities without fear of intimidation.” He said.
The Governor urged the people of the State to turnout again in their large numbers in the March 11 election and vote for the candidates of the APC.
Signed: Richard Olatunde Chief Press Secretary of the Governor of Ondo State. February 28, 2023.
A justice of the Court of Appeal, Akure Division, the Ondo State capital, Justice Lokulo-Sodipe has reportedly slumped and died.
The Justice was said to have slummed in his office while dressing up to attend a court session which is a pre-election case.
It was gathered that all attempts to revive him proved abortive as he reportedly gave up the ghost on the way to the hospital.
He died at the age of 67.
The immediate past Chairman of the Akure branch of the Nigeria Bar Association, Mr Rotimi Olorunfemi confirmed the incident on a WhatsApp platform .
He simply said, “Just confirmed it ( the judge’s death ) is true. He collapsed in the office at Court of Appeal, Akure this ( Monday) morning. Was rushed to the hospital but confirmed DOA ( Death on Arrival)”
Mr Wale Akinterinwa, Ondo State Commissioner for Finance has congratulated Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim, CFR and Senator,-Elect for Ondo South Senatorial District over his victory at the just concluded National Assembly polls
Akinterinwa, said that Ibrahim’s victory at the poll was a well deserved one.
He added that the business mogul was the best man for the job saying that he should pull necessary strings at the National Assembly to bring dividends of democracy to Ondo South constituents.
Akinterinwa also congratulated Jimi Odimayo, Donald Ojogo, Festus Adefiranye who also won their elections for Okitipupa/Irele, Ilaje/Ese-Odo and Ile-Oluji/Oke-Igbo/Odigbo Federal constituencies respectively.
He also felicitated with other APC candidates from Ondo Central and Ondo North for their victories.
Akinterinwa in a statement on Monday said that the victory of All APC candidates at the polls was a validation of the quality of democratic dividends being enjoyed by the people of the state under Governor Rotimi Akeredolu SAN, CON.
He, noted that all the winners in the election should work assiduously with Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,(SAN) to move the state forward.
He, lauded Gov. Akeredolu for creating a level playing field for all aspirants during the primaries which resulted in the emergence of this candidates who eventually won their elections and said that he’s indeed a great leader.
All Progressives Congress Presidential Candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has appealed to the people of Lagos State to be calm and eschew any act that can lead to breakdown of law and order.
Tinubu said the outcome of the election in Lagos where Labour Party won the presidential election should not be a source of provocation saying that the beauty of democracy is that people have a right to vote for the candidate of their choice.
The APC candidate further said that as a democrat he is bound to accept the outcome of any election whether favourable or not.
In a statement released Monday by the Presidential Campaign Council signed by Director of Media and Publicity, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu expressed serious concern over reports of violence in parts of the state especially reported attacks on some traders of Igbo origin.
The former Lagos State Governor condemned any form of violence against people of any ethnic group in Lagos.
“The fact that the APC narrowly lost Lagos State to another party should not be the reason for violence. As a democrat, you win some, you lose some. We must allow the process to continue unhindered across the country while we maintain peace and decorum,” the statement said.
Bayo Onanuga Director, Media & Publicity APC Presidential Campaign Council February 27, 2023
DECLARATION OF FRIDAY, 24TH FEBRUARY, AND FRIDAY, 10TH MARCH, 2023 AS HALF-WORK-FREE DAYS
The Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu SAN, CON, has declared Friday, 24th February, and Friday, 10th March 2023 as half Work-free Days for Public Servants in the State to enable them to travel to their various communities to exercise their civic responsibilities in the Presidential, National Assembly and State Assembly elections scheduled for Saturday, 25th February and Saturday, 11th March 2023 respectively.
Consequently, all State Government Offices are to close work by noon on Friday 24th February, and Friday, 10th March 2023.
Accounting Officers are to note the content of this circular and disseminate same to all staff of their respective Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON will tomorrow, Thursday, February 23, 2023 address the good people of the State in a Statewide Broadcast at 7 am.
The State Broadcast will be aired live on OSRC TV, Orange 94.5 Fm, and Sunshine 96.5 Alalaye FM.
Television and radio stations in the State are enjoined to hook up to the State owned media outlets for the broadcast.
Signed: Richard Olatunde, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State. February 22, 2023.
The Ondo South Senatorial district is very important and strategic to the development of Ondo State. Like Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON, would say, “The Wealth of the state is buried in Ondo South.” There we have abundance of God’s gift. The bitumen, Deep Seaport, Araromi Beach and others are naturally situated in the area. Ondo South is the district that earned the Sunshine State its position as a member of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).
It’s therefore imperative for the people of the state to show keen interest in who represents the good people of Southern Senatorial District of the state in the red chamber. What is needed to accelerate the development of the state is a strong voice that will work with the Governor to actualise the efforts expended on harnessing the natural resources in the area for the benefit of the people.
Come Saturday, February 25, 2023, the people of the district will go to the poll to elect another class of Federal Lawmakers. There are six Local Government Areas in the district. They are Ilaje, Ese-Odo, Okitipupa, Irele, Odigbo and Ile-Oluyi/Oke-Igbo. The urbane and highly intelligent former Governor of the State, late Dr. Olusegun Agagu hailed from the district.
Between the two major contenders vying for the Senatorial seat, only one checked the box in terms of intellectual capacity and fierceness required to bring quality representation to the people of the district. He is a lawyer – a real lawyer in all sense, businessman and philanthropist. He oversees a diversified conglomerate with business interests and subsidiaries in neighboring West African countries. Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim has a voice that is strong enough to attract attention to the area he represents.
Jimoh Ibrahim has the name already. He has the reputation to drive his goals. The business mogul has a clear vision to serve the people of his district. It’s clear that his drive is purely service. He has done so much for the people of his community. He is not called a philanthropist for nothing. This billionaire businessman has a track record marked with excellence and integrity. He has been tested and trusted over the years.
The people of the Southern Senatorial district must identify Jimoh Ibrahim as an asset. The much-needed development that has eluded the area will be delivered with him as a Senator. He has the connections and experience to galvanise support for his people and ignite a change that will put Ondo State on the path of growth and development.
This business mogul is a home boy. He connects with his people and understands where the shoes pinch. There is a standard he already set in both political and business circles. He’s a worthy fit for the Senatorial seat.
To show his commitment to the development of his community and well-being of his people, Ibrahim established a World – Class University of Fortune in Igbotako, Okitipupa Local Government Area. He is a man who has huge investment at home. This University will engage many unemployed youths in Ondo South and offer unique opportunities to the people in the area.
The people of Ondo South must resist those who are tainted with treachery. Since their ambition- driven political misadventure in the 2020 gubernatorial election, they have been stripped of their credibility. Aside the protracted controversy surrounding their certificates, they are the stuttering murmur that can not represent the people.
It will definitely be a misnomer for someone who is already branded an “Oluwole Certificate Holder” to represent the people of Ondo South. A Senatorial district that produced Late Olusegun Agagu! Excellence begets excellence. There is no amount of politicking that should give mediocre a place in superintending over the affairs of the people. They are opportunists. They suck the people dry and leave them to suffer in penury.
Come Saturday, concerted action must be taken in the right direction. Our walk to economic freedom and prosperity can not be done alone by the Governor. Let us elect vibrant Senators, whose personality can not be waved down. Jimoh Ibrahim is a great fit for Ondo South Senatorial district. Vote Jimoh Ibrahim. Vote APC!
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