Politics

APC/Oyetola’s ‘OLULE’ petition and the ‘PEPPER DEM’ replies of INEC, Adeleke and PDP – Hashim Abioye

Published

2 years ago

September 12, 2022

Having read the cacophonic legal diatribes and jargon woven together in the lengthy but worthless write-up which is typical of its author, it can not be an overstatement to classify it as a mere academic exercise designed to misinform the unsuspecting members of the public on the ongoing governorship election matter between Governor Gboyega Oyetola and Senator Ademola Adeleke at the state election petition tribunal.

It however, would not be out of tune to classify the write-up that appeals to sentiments and emotions as unreliable which is coming out from an alcohol-soaked mind that could not be legally held responsible for both his actions and inactions but a mere success in the display of absolute nuisance value.

It is a pity that a supposed experienced learned man could, for whatever reason, frivolously and deliberately engage in the use of subterfuge and skullduggery to behave as if he would be sitting in judgement at the tribunal.

Enough of this engagement of the use of legal chicanery and artifice while hiding under the legal profession to arrogate to yourself the qualities that are alien to you.

Why dabbling unnecessarily into an issue before the tribunal instead of giving the court a deserved time and latitude to be focused and work dispassionately with a view to thoroughly perusing, studying and verifying the documents submitted to it by both the applicants and the respondents?

Thank God that the Osun PDP super and plenipotentiary lawyer stated in his general use of harangue that he was leaving all the decisions on the election petition to the tribunal which is a submission that succeeded in consigning his pungently tilted and biased analysis into the thrash can of opinions.

It was however, observedly nauseating and irritating to read Barr Hashim Abioye who said that he has left the petition matter to the tribunal as if he has another choice within the legal framework under the Constitution of The Federal Republic of Nigeria as enshrined in the 2022 Electoral Law as amended.

The ever-loquacious Osun PDP attorney should be told point blank that it would be worthwhile for him to devise other means of unduly impressing the Pathfinder faction of his party and particularly his sponsor from the land of the sword of fire.

In order not to fall victim of being subjudicial, the honourable expectation from any legal practitioner who is glaringly worth his salt is to allow the temple of justice to do its work without any iota of interference and to always have it in mind that sentiment and justice are in no way related.

For the umpteenth time, Barr Abioye should henceforth cease from unnecessarily exhuming and displaying professional arrogance with impunity with reference to the subsisting legal schism on the Osun governorship election that is currently before the tribunal.
In peace I come.
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*OLABISI is the Media Adviser to the Osun State APC Chairman.*

Politics

Edo 2024: PDP BOT member, Hon. Idahosa resigns membership

Published

9 hours ago

April 30, 2024

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By Elvis Omoregie, Benin

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State, and member of the party’s Board of Trustees (BoT), Hon. Charles Idahosa, has resigned his membership of the party.

He announced his decision to quit the PDP in a letter titled “Letter of Resignation” which was addressed to the Chairman of Ehor Ward 1 of the party in Uhunmwonde Local Government Area of Edo State and copied to the Chairman, BoT of the PDP, South South National Vice Chairman, the State Chairman and Uhunmwonde Local Government Chairman of the party.

“I trust this letter finds you well. I am reaching out to formally announce my decision to resign from both the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and my role as a member of the Board of Trustees (BOT). As a representative of the South South Nigerian region, this decision comes after considerable contemplation and reflection on my personal and political journey.

“Throughout my tenure within the Peoples Democratic Party, I have been privileged to contribute to its vision and mission. However, after careful consideration, I believe it is time for me to pursue new paths and opportunities beyond the party’s confines.

“I wish to express my sincere gratitude to the PDP community for their unwavering support and camaraderie during my time of service. I remain committed to upholding the values and principles that have guided my political engagement thus far. I look forward to new avenues of growth and contribution, and I extend my best wishes to the Peoples Democratic Party as it continues its important work,” the letter read.

Honourable Idahosa, a former Local Government Chairman and Political Adviser to ex-Comrade Governor Adams Oshiomhole, did not however indicate his next political move.

Politics

PDP Chieftain defects to APC in Kaduna

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9 hours ago

April 30, 2024

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By Austine Emmanuel, Kaduna

A Chieftain of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP), in Kaduna state, Hon. Victor Matthew Bobai has announced his resignation from the party to team up with the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state.

Bobai said he is an ardent supporter of the Governor Uba Sani’s led administration and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and remains committed to the fight for good governance and the establishment of a just and equitable government in Kaduna state.

Bobai, had served Kaduna PDP in various capacities under past Governors, like Ahmed Makarfi, former Vice President, Namadi Sambo, the late Governor Patrick Ibrahim Yakowa, among others before APC took over power in Kaduna state in 2015.

He also served as Assistant Director of Media and Publicity, Kaduna PDP Directorate of Campaign Management Committee in the 2023 general elections.

In a letter dated April 22 and tendered to his Sabon Tasha Ward, Chikun LGA Kaduna state, Bobai announced his defection to the ruling All Progressive Congress, (APC).

He averred that by resigning from the PDP he is pledging his hundred percent loyalty to Senator Uba Sani, the executive governor of Kaduna state, and the coordinator of all APC Northwest governors in the view to put their heads together to deliver the dividends of democracy to all and sundry, while appreciating the PDP for giving him decades of opportunities.

“I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to formally inform you of my decision to resign my membership from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).

“After careful consideration and reflection, I have come to the conclusion that it is in the best interest of my constituents and the development of our dear state to align myself with the All Progressives Congress (APC). I have been an ardent supporter of Senator Uba Sani, the executive governor of Kaduna state, and President Bola Tinubu, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Joining the APC will allow me to contribute more effectively to the progress and development of my community.

“I am committed to the fight for good governance and the establishment of a just and equitable government in our state. By resigning from the PDP and pledging my loyalty to Senator Uba Sani, the executive governor of Kaduna state, and the coordinator of all APC Northwest governors, I am reaffirming my dedication to this cause.

“I would like to express my gratitude to the PDP for the opportunities and experiences I have gained during my membership. I am grateful for the support and guidance I have received from the party.

“Please consider this letter as my formal resignation from the PDP, effective immediately. I kindly request that you update your records accordingly.

“Thank you for your understanding and support in this matter. I look forward to continuing my political journey with the APC and contributing to the betterment of our dear state,” Bobai said.

Politics

OYO LGA election mockery of democracy – APC

Published

1 day ago

April 29, 2024

Anita Anyanwu

OYO LGA election mockery of democracy – APC

APC Publicity Secretary in the state, Olawale Sadare, in an interview on Monday in Ibadan, said that the election was ‘a script poorly written and poorly executed.

the results of the election announced by the Chairman of Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC), Isiaka Olagunju, had indicated that PDP won the chairmanship and councillorship in all the 33 local governments in the state.

But, Sadare said it was regrettable that OYSIEC had made itself available for such manipulations.

While rating the election, Sadare said that it fell below standard and lacked any semblance of a real election.

He said that the state government just wasted the state resources and people’s time.

“As a party, we have done our part; the ball is now in the court of public opinion.

“I believe the general public will not want the situation to remain like this, in the interest of our state,” he said.

Sadare said that APC stakeholders would meet before the end of the week to review the exercise.

“Leaders in the APC in the state will soon meet to deliberate and take collective stand on the election.

“Whatever decisions we arrive at will be made available to the public,” he said.

Gov. Seyi Makinde, while commenting on the elections on Saturday, had said the security report about the elections had been excellent, indicating that it was violence-free.

He noted that his administration had successfully eradicated caretaker administration at the local government level, which had made people not to have a say in who should govern them.

The governor also urged people who might notice any untoward activity to report to relevant authorities for redress.