DEMOCRACY DAY 2023: ADEBULE ASSURES CONSTITUENTS OF DIVIDENDS OF DEMOCRACY
The Senator-elect representing Lagos West Senatorial District, Dr. Mrs Idiat Oluranti Adebule(Mama West) has joined Constituents and Nigerians to commemorate Democracy Day, 2023.
The former Deputy Governor of Lagos State assured Lagos West Constituents of premium representation and protection of their interests above self.
“Dear Constituents, as we observe Democracy Day today, 12th June Ii congratulate you being staunch practitioners of democracy. I appreciate your democratic act of canvassing and voting in the last elections without which i would not be your senator-elect today.
I believe that our hope in democracy is renewed as it is beginning to take a new face geared towards unequalled development leaving no one behind. I promise you that irrespective of your belief or race, you shall all enjoy the dividends of democracy.
This is also to implore us to keep being law abiding citizens while also contributing our quota towards national development. I am positive that this year’s democracy day re-ignites the spirit of nationalism in us.
Distinguished Lagos Westerners, the Renewed Hope era is your government, by you and for you. Your interests will be adequately represented at the red chamber”.
Happy Democracy Day Lagos Westerners!”.
Dr. Idiat Oluranti Adebule, born over five decades ago at the ancient Ojo community of Lagos State is a passionate educationist with classroom experience spanning about two decades (1995-2015) at both Lagos State College of Primary Education (LACOPED) now upgraded to Lagos State University of Education, and Lagos State University (LASU). She holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree from the Lagos State University in Curriculum Studies. While being a teacher at the tertiary level, she had to her credit many local and international publications. She served at various times
AMUWO ODOFIN: TINUBU WILL NOT LABOUR IN VAIN – SANUSI
Breathing a sigh of relief from the aborted NLC strike over subsidy removal, All Progressives Congress (APC) Chieftain in Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency, Prince Lanre Sanusi has declared confidently to Nigerians that Asiwaju Bola Tinubu will not labour in vain and will succeed as the 16th President of Nigeria.
According to the All Progressives Congress (APC) 2023 House of Representative Candidate, Tinubu’s attributes and his efforts in reaching out to those that matters stands him out as a responsive and transformational leader who is interested in the welfare and economic prosperity of the people.
He said: “For a long time I have nursed the feeling that Tinubu will be Nigeria’s President because I see in him a true Nigerian who believes in everybody regardless of his tribe, creed or faith.”
Speaking while receiving some party leaders in his Constituency on Monday, Sanusi said the idea of reaching out to stakeholders regarding Nigeria affairs rather than grandstanding is what will differentiate Tinubu from other past leaders.
PLS as he is fondly called, also reaffirmed Asiwaju administration’s commitment to the welfare of workers and other self employed Nigerians as mentioned during his presidential campaigns.
Speaking to Push News 24 International, Sanusi emphasized that the welfare of workers and indeed Nigerians would remain a top priority throughout this administration.”
Despite not been the spokesperson for the government, PLS said as a party man he owes his constituents in Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency the duty to update and guide them through various policy decisions of government and how it will affect them.
Sanusi expressed his appreciation for the unreserved support of his constituents in the last general elections and assured that his cardinal mandate would be to focus on enhancing the well-being of all stakeholders in Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency.
“I want to assure you that Asiwaju will continue to look for ways and means to improve the life of all workers so that they will continue to be more intellectually built with improve efficiency and professionalism in carrying out their duties.
“I also want to assure that this next four years, the welfare of Nigerians will be of priorities, as this current administration is poise to return the country back to economic development and prosperity.” he said.
Sanusi acknowledging the role of the public servants and labour movement significant contributions to the successful implementation of government policies and programs was quick to advise that no one or group should be coerced against his or her will. He attributed the past achievements of Asiwaju to the harmonious relationship between the labour movement, public service and political office holders, stressing that the new president of Nigeria will not labour in vain.
BREAKING: APC Dissolves Presidential Campaign Council — April 23, 2023
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dissolved its Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) inaugurated last year to prosecute the 2023 presidential election.
The dissolution was contained in a statement on Saturday night, jointly signed by the Director General of the APC PCC, Governor Simon Bako Lalong and the Secretary of the council, James Abiodun Faleke.
The party on behalf of the chairman of the Presidential Campaign Council, President Muhammadu Buhari; the president-elect, Bola Tinubu and other leaders, thanked all council members, leaders and supporters for working assiduously for the resounding victory of the president-elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu.
“Since the campaign council began in September 2022, we have witnessed an unprecedented, relentless, and engaging mobilisation of our members nationwide and in the diaspora towards securing the majority popular votes for the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential ticket. The journey has been a worthy one with our hard-won victory. The credit goes to all our members particularly, the leaders and members of the various campaign directorates.
“We would like to express our deepest appreciation to President Muhammadu Buhari (GCFR), for his unwavering support and leadership throughout the campaign. We could not have achieved this level of success without his single-mindedness, commitment, and forthrightness.
“However, we have concluded that it is in the best interest of the campaign and its stakeholders for us to dissolve our council with immediate effect. This has become necessary to retune us towards the May 29, 2023, inauguration of the President-elect Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The process of transitioning into a new era of a Renewed Hope is underway and all our energies and activities must reflect the principles underlying this process.
“We hope that you will all continue to stay involved in Nigeria’s political process and to advocate for issues that you believe in. Our democracy is stronger when we all participate in the political process with patriotism.We would like to take this opportunity to thank you once again for your support, dedication, and hard work”, the statement said in part.
TINUBU, BIDEN MAKES LIST AS WORLDS MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE, AS FOREIGN MEDIA EXTOLS TINUBU’S VIRTUES
From movie stars and athletes to CEOs and politicians, members of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world for 2023 are forces to be reckoned with.
American magazine, Time, has named President-elect, Bola Tinubu, among the 100 most influential persons across the world in 2023.
Speaking on how Tinubu merited the list, the magazine stated, “Winning an election in Africa’s most populous country is no easy feat. But Nigeria’s newly elected President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has had nearly two decades to prepare.
“Called Jagaban, or “leader of the warriors,” by his supporters, the now 71-year-old ran in a presidential election for the first time this March. His campaign slogan, “It’s my turn,” was a nod to his role as a longtime political power broker.”
Time, further delved into the past how the former Lagos governor fought military regimes to return democracy. Tinubu helped restore the country’s democracy in 1999 after fighting military rule and then served two consecutive terms as governor of Lagos,” it added.
Among top world figures that made the list is the President of the United States, Joe Biden. Also, both Paris Saint-Germain stars of Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe made the list among sportsmen.
Each year our TIME 100 list lets us step back and measure the forces that move us. Which is more powerful, hope or proof? Ambition or altruism? The lessons of the past or the lure of the future? The people we spotlight range from the globally famous to the literally anonymous—we leave it to you to guess the true identity of author Elena Ferrante.
There are world leaders and local activists, artists and athletes, scientists, moguls and a number of people who are running for President of the United States.
One way or another they each embody a breakthrough: they broke the rules, broke the record, broke the silence, broke the boundaries to reveal what we’re capable of. They are seekers, with a fearless willingness to be surprised by what they find.
As Lin-Manuel Miranda, whose musical Hamilton just won the Pulitzer Prize, puts it, “What’s the thing that’s not in the world that should be in the world?
ASIWAJU’S INAUGRATION : NO PROPAGANDA IN WHATEVER PATTERN CAN TRUNCATE IT – PLS
APC stalwart and House of Representatives Candidate for Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency, Prince Lanre A. Sanusi (PLS) has charged Nigerians to promote peaceful co-existence as we approach the formal transition of power to the President-Elect of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on May 29th, 2023.
In what he describes as extreme politics by all and sundry in the face of reactions that have trailed the outcome of the 2023 Presidential elections, Sanusi indicated that Nigerians choose Asiwaju as reflected by the results released by INEC.
Sanusi made this call on thursday when he received some community stakeholders from Oriade LCDA who paid him a solidarity visit as the election petition tribunal commenced hearings.
Sanuis used the visit to remind Nigerians and indeed Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency residents that only God can determine the fate of any person including the president-elect Bola Tinubu.
The financial expert equally pointed out that the constitution of Nigeria is superior and above any forms of sentiments, adding that it holds the rules that determine the emergence of anyone vying for any position in the country.
According to PLS, one very important task for the incoming government at this time would be to unite the nation regardless of ethnic affiliations and inclinations.
In his words PLS described Tinubu as a “true democrat and large-hearted politician who sacrificed a lot for Nigeria”.
“Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment and love for the nation and democracy as legendary and inspiring”.
“…his has a pedigree and track records of mentoring, guidance and support for upcoming leaders to accomplish their dreams, Tinubu has written his name in gold in the annals of history and earned for himself, national and global accolades and respect”. Sanusi said.
On the rumored plot about interim governance, a confident Sanusi declared …” Asiwaju has been destined to lead Nigeria to the path of progress and no force in whatever pattern can truncate it”
EASTER: PLS GREETS AMUWO ODOFIN CHRISTIANS, CALLS FOR PRAYERS FOR NIGERIA
APC Chieftain and House of Representative Candidate of the All Progressives Congress Candidate (APC), Prince Lanre Sanusi (PLS) has congratulated Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency Christians across Nigeria and the world on the successful completion of this year’s 2023 Lent period and the subsequent Good Friday and Easter celebrations which symbolize the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
In a message from his Media Office in FESTAC, Sanusi urged the indigenous people Christians and residents of Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency to pray for peace, security, sustainable development, and unity in the country as well as among the citizens.
The Awori born Prince urged Christians to return to the teachings of Jesus Christ who as ‘the reason for the season’ represents religious tolerance, peaceful co-existence, good faith, truth, demonstration of the fear of and belief in God, empathy for the less privileged, and patriotism to one’s country.
“It is not just a mere coincidence that while the Lent fasting was on, the Muslim Ramadan also commenced and this translates to a very substantial percentage of the national population fasting in the past two weeks. This is a design by Almighty God to teach us the lesson that no matter how we worship Him, whatever language we adopt in worshipping Him, or what name we call Him, we are all creations of one God.
“Therefore, we should all live, work and aspire together as brothers and sisters in the interest of our dear country, demonstrate the fear of God in all we do, and develop our country for the benefit of all. We should stop allowing religion, ethnicity, or difference in language to divide us. It is time we all bound together to salvage our country and restore her lost glory” Sanusi said
“This Easter period which also coincides with the ongoing Ramadan fasting should be used by Nigerians to pray for their country, to rededicate ourselves to the promotion of national interest above personal interest, ponder about the challenges facing the country, and for each individual to take a vow to be part of the solution to the problems.
“It is my prayer that Almighty God will intervene and heal our country in all areas while also giving us victory over those misguided elements who are waging wars against the country. May the protection of God be on all members of the security agencies who are on the frontlines fighting to defend our country. I wish all our Christian brothers and sisters a happy celebration of Good Friday and Easter”, Sanusi stated.
APC Stalwart and House of Representatives Candidate in the 2023 General elections, Prince Lanre Sanusi (PLS) while eulogising Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 71st birthday has said that the President-Elect of Nigeria, who ran on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has the capabilities and is prepared to rekindle the hope of every Nigerian.
“He was poised to be the poster boy to return that dwindling hope of democracy in South West, nay Nigeria as a whole and is now more than ever ready to re-ignite that hope that was partially diminishing in Nigeria’s contemporary political emancipation” PLS said.
“In a move reminiscent of what Late M.K.O Abiola had wanted to do in 1993, and with Asiwaju being a part of that dream, he will surely now take up the task to deliver the HOPE we have all craved and yearned for” Sanusi added.
According to the US trained Financial Expert “From the foregoings, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu is stealthily and gradually inching towards rekindling this Big Hope for Nigeria at large and from the events emanating from his election as President-Elect of Nigeria, there are brighter signals and good movements towards making this dream come to pass”.
Sanusi further assured that Asiwaju will bring the experience of his leadership in Lagos State as the Governor, Boardroom guru in the private sector and as a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to steer the affairs of country effectively
“While it is an understatement that the country truly needs HOPE after a momentous but yet to manifest time-out with the CHANGE mantra, it is rather plausible for right-thinking people to embrace the RENEWHOPE Agenda once again”.
“The ‘Jagaban Borgu’ is the only real and pragmatic experience which can offer genuine HOPE, and pundits are now coming to the realisation that Asiwaju is the ‘Hope bearer’ and ‘torch-carrier’ to rekindle the country’s coveted Hope. That, in fact, is the ladder to climb to the CHANGE destination. “
Sanusi further advise Nigerians to support Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu towards leading Nigeria to its heights and bounds.
Push News 24 International has observed that ever since Asiwaju has been publicly identified as the torchbearer and game-changing individual of the ruling party with a magic wand, many groups and caucuses have been allying with his ordinate ambition to be the president of Nigeria.
Recall that Push News 24 International reported that Senator Tinubu who is also the National leader of the APC made the promise to rekindle hope while addressing Benue State APC delegates in Makurdi ahead of the Presidential primaries.
SANUSI CONDOLES GOV. SANWO-OLU, MOURNS VICTIMS OF LAGOS TRAIN MISHAP
All Progressives Congress, House of Representatives Candidate, Prince Lanre Sanusi has condoled with the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu over the early morning train accident in Ikeja Area of Lagos State.
The House of Representative faithful who also mourned the victims, says act barbaric and was avoidable.
The frontline 2023 hopeful, commiserated with the families and friends of those, who died and critically injured in the mishap.
PLS said, “The train running between Lagos had become the only expectedly safe way to travel between Lagos. And now, this.”
He stated this in a condolence letter he signed on thursday night.
While condemning the dastardly act as palpable human errors, he called on the Federal Government to, as a matter of urgency, come up with measures to address these incidents.
Push News 24 International reports that no fewer than six people had died in the incident while several others were left injured and getting treatment at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja.
Reacting to the accident through a message by his media aide, PLS prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased.
According to him, ugly occurrences of this nature, do not portray Lagos State well among the comity of States.
The letter read in part, “My heart failed when I heard that story because I was wondering what would be the status-both emotional and physical, of the people inside that train and the staff bus.
“The train had become the only expectedly safe way to travel between Lagos. And now, this.
“… but this is a major one and it’s very disrupting. It’s very painful.
“First, my sympathy and my condolences go to the families of those who have lost their loved ones in such a painful incident.
I mourn these great Lagosians, who just lost their precious lives. These are people, who traveled and were almost at work.
“It could have been anybody-anybody’s brother, sister, son, or daughter. So, I’m very pained and wish such dastardly act won’t repeat in our dear State.
“I also pray for the quick recovery of those who were injured and are currently lying critically in the hospital.
“I don’t want to call this a wake-up call, because we have heard too many wake-up calls in this country. This is not a good story to be told about our ⁹country, Nigeria. The Minister of Transport needs to collaborate with the Lagos State Government in finding lasting solutions. Too many bad stories have been told about this country and they are unending, and this calls for urgent attention.
“This is condemnable. This is barbaric. I, therefore, call on the Federal Government in power to rise up to the occasion to defend and protect hapless Nigerian citizenry.”
2023: APC Stalwart, Mustapha harps Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu for Nigerians.
By: Fashina Shakiru
Lagos APC former Gubernatorial aspirant, and technocrat, Abdul-Ahmed Mustapha has again urged Nigerians to vote the frontrunner of All Progressives Congress APC Presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday Presidential elections and Gov Babajide Sanwo-Olu respectively for gubernatorial election which has been scheduled to hold on March 11.
Mustapha said this in Lagos when he visited two Islamic worship centers; Ikwah Islamic Center and Alimuf Islamic Foundation. ” Come on Saturday by the grace of God, Nigerians both young and old go to the polls to elect the President Federal Republic of Nigeria”
He added that, every election has consequential effects. This is one of the most consequential elections of our time. It is going to indicate the direction this country is going and all hands most be on deck as this is not period for everyone to sit on fence. The consequences of not voting will be grave. For the first time, the voting system will be digitalised and be rest assured that your votes will be count.
A former permanent secretary, Lagos state civil service, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, said, given the candidates will have on the ballot papers; Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Presidential candidate for All Progressives Congress, Alhaji Atiku, candidate for People’s Democratic party PDP and Mr Peter Obi’s Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate .
According to him, “It is crystal clear that Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has the capability to rule this country and his works speak for him, example is what he has done in Lagos. His framework is what hi successors are building on till today . Consequently, we are hoping by the grace of God that when he becomes the President come 25th February, he will be able to replicate in large measure all the good things he has done in Lagos state about education, infrastructural device, security, social development in Nigeria as whole.”
The Presidency has assured the nation and international community that the election will be conducted and peaceful. International organizations such as :International monetary fund, IMF, World Bank, United Nations UN, Canadian Government, British Government, and everyone looking at what is going to happening on Saturday. It will be very hard to jeopardize the election ‘undermine electoral process.’
Mustaph stressed further, we want to hold the power that be, keep to their words and give necessary support needed. We are holding our breathing taken a leap of faith and believing that all the necessary support that INEC needs to conduct creditable, free and fair elections that Will be bring joy and happiness to the populace and increase Nigerian Democratic credential in the committee of nation come February 25th go out in large numbers cast your votes for the right man of ideas, experience, to turn things around for the betterment of this country.
The man who has done it in the past, and in the future is Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He is man of destined and Gov Babajide Sanwo-Olu, for him to continue the good work he has started and for our party, All Progressives Congress, APC to deliver the dividend of democracy and that is why we are out for the aspiration and hope that we are going out to the last day to canvass and mobilise our support to make people come out enmass on Saturday and votes for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Mustaph emphasised.
Commenting, Imam Abdul Hakeem Lawal advised people come out peacefully and vote wisely. This election is not about religion but competency, he added.
“People that can turn around this country because suffering too much. There is no point anyone disturbing peace of this nation. Although, we are facing many problems, concerning scarcity of fuel and new currency notes, this is man made. Everybody in Nigeria knows this and we are going to vote whoever we want to votes for and perseverance is the key and we use our PVC to votes for the right person.”
Responding to this, Fadilat Sheikh Abdul Kabir Hamzat Olademeji,Founder /Chief missioner, Alimuf Istajabah Inter Foundation Nigeria, said “I am very glad that Mr Abdul-Ahmed Mustapha visit our center while admonished Muslim brothers and sisters and citizens of this country to come out and cast their votes for Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu to be our next President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria come on Saturday 25th , February.
ORIADE LCDA : PLS PARTNERS GROUP TO LAUNCH PROJECT ON INCREASED VOTERS PARTICIPATION
“the use of data and digital systems to increase voter participation in elections will create a culture of participatory democracy.” – PLS
A Non-governmental Organisation, Asiwaju Grassroot Team (AGT) has launched an aggressive campaign to re-orientate the populace on the need to fulfill their National Obligations as the 2023 general elections draws nigh.
The Seminar themed on the topic – “National Voting Fortune” was held at Oraide LCDA in Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency with the primary title -Political Envagelism : Raising Active voters above 50%” a deliberate effort aimed at increasing voters’ participation in electoral process in Nigeria.
Push News 24 International had recently reported the level of political apathy that thrives in Nigeria regarding voters’ participation and also analysed its implications on the democratic process.
Announcing the launch of the project in Oriade LCDA, a community which is home to majority of the indigenous communities in Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency, the AGT Leader, noted that democracy is built on the principle of participation where all citizens are expected to play active roles.
This, according to him, defines the art of nation-building where everyone is involved.
All Progressives Congress (APC) Stalwart and House of Representative Candidate for Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency, Prince Lanre A. Sanusi (PLS) in his keynote address, said “In a democratic country like Nigeria, one of the metrics of measuring our democratic status is highlighted by regular elections.
“Since 1999 when the country returned to democracy, after a long hiatus with military rule, the country has held six elections. Some of the low points of these elections have been massive electoral apathy influenced by factors such as electoral violence, political thuggery, rigging, etc.
“Nonetheless, elections are what determine the quality of leadership a country has. Growing political apathy harms the development of the country. This is one of the reasons why we have decided to partner AGT on the need to shore up eligible voting population to above 50% in Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency,” PLS said.
The US trained Financial Advisor advised that “the use of data and digital systems will help to increase voter participation in elections and create a culture of the anticipated over 50% participatory democracy.”
“My collaborations with AGT is set out to educate Nigerians and indeed Amuwo Odofin Constituents on the need to actively participate in the electoral process. We shall also be advocating for free, fair and peaceful elections. The process of electing public officials must be transparent and citizens must exercise their franchise without fear.
“This campaign will also address issues such as voter education, electoral violence, getting voters card and making the electoral laws accessible to more citizens. As the February 2023 elections approach us, my mission with AGT is to play an active role in increasing participation in elections, especially among young people in Oriade LCDA and Amuwo Odofin LGA.”
“As a group of interest, We will be working with various stakeholders including INEC, community-based organizations, religious institutions, youth led and women groups as well as the media to make this re-orientation a success. We will also fashion out ways to erase barriers to greater political participation. It is important we increase people’s participation in the electoral process and make it more meaningful.”
Sanusi stressed that ballots that are rejected during the vote count are widely attributed to inadequate civic and voter education.
” To put this in context, over one million votes cast in the Nigerian presidential election in 2011 were rejected during counting; mainly because the ballots were wrongly marked. The rejected votes constitute about 3.2% of all votes cast in that election. According to observers, this figure is high and could have been markedly lower with adequate voter education.”
“At the same time, there have been rapid declines in the turnout of voters in elections across Nigeria. For instance, the voter turnout in the 2019 presidential election dropped to 35% from 44% in the 2015 elections. That 44% turnout was also a decline from 54% attained in the 2011 polls. Indeed, statistics show that the voter turnout for Nigerian presidential elections has been dropping since 2003.”
“We urge Nigerians of voting age who are yet to register to take advantage of this opportunity to get registered and prepare to exercise their franchise when the need arises even after the 2023 general elections.”
PLS further commended Amuwo Odofin Constituents for their support for him so far and urging them to vote overwhelmingly for all the APC in Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency.
