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APC National Convention: Orji Kalu Writes APC, Forwards Authentic List Of Statutory Delegates From Abia 

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The Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has forwarded the authentic list of statutory delegates from Abia State to the national leadership of the All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of the party’s national convention slated for 26th March, 2022.

The former governor of Abia State in a letter addressed to the National Chairman Caretaker/Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee, Governor Mai Mala Buni, and members of the planning committee said “the motive is necessary to totally avoid the infiltration and importation of fictitious names and designations by some overzealous party men.”

Kalu, in the acknowledged letter, sighted by our correspondent in Abuja on Monday, appealed to Buni to treat the letter as “most important.”

Kalu’s letter with the title ‘Forwarding of the list of statutory delegates from Abia State (APC) to the 2022 National Convention’, reads:

“I write as the Chief Whip of the Senate of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Leader of APC in Abia State, to convey to your Excellency, the attached authentic list of statutory delegates from Abia State (APC Chapter) as required and provided for in the constitution of our great party APC for the forth coming National Convention.

“The above motive is necessary to totally avoid the infiltration and importation of fictitious names and designations by some overzealous party men.

“Accordingly, with the above, our great party would have avoided certain landmines and embarrassing litigations, hence this list.

“Your Excellency is kindly advised to treat this as most important. Always accept the assurances of my kindest regards,” he said.

The list made available to the press has the following as the authentic statutory delegates from Abia State: Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, Former Governor (1999-2007); Dr. Chris Akomas, Former Deputy Governor, (2007-2011); Prince B. B. Apugo (BOT);
Ambassador Sam Nkire
(BOT); Senator Bob Nwannunu, None Serving Senator, (1999-2003); Senator Chris Adighije,
None Serving Senator (2003-2007); Senator Nkechi Nwogu,
None Serving Senator
(2007- 2015); Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejiocha,
Member House of Representatives
(Serving); Hon. Ben Kalu,
Member of Representatives (Serving); Hon. Sam Onuigbo, Member House of Representatives (Serving).

Others are; Hon. Nze Esiaga, Former Rep Member (1992); Hon. Iheanacho Obioma,
Former Rep Member (1999); Hon. Chidia Maduekwe, Former Rep Member
(1992); Hon. Tony Enwereuzo,
Former Rep Member (1999); Hon. Emeka Atuma, Former Rep Member
(2003); Hon. Chinenye Ike, Former Rep Member
(2003); Hon. Stanley Ohajuruka,
Former Rep Member (2007), Speaker Abia House of Assembly (1999); Hon. Nnanna Ngwu, Former Rep Member (1999); Hon. Nnanna Uzor Kalu
Former Rep Member
(2003); Hon. Uzor Azubuike, Former Rep Member (2007); Hon. Arua Arunsi,
Former Rep Member
(2007), Speaker Abia House of Assembly (1992); Hon. Uche Maduako,
Former Rep Member
(1999); RH. Martin Azubuike, Former Speaker (2015);
RH. Agwu U. Agwu,
Former Speaker (2007);
Hon. Emeka Okafor,
Serving State House of Assembly.

It also comprises; Hon. Chijioke Chukwu,
Serving State House of Assembly;
Hon. Dr. Mike Ukoha,
Serving State House of Assembly; Hon. Chibuzo Okogbuo,
Former Minority Leader Abia (2015); Hon. Donatus Nwamkpa,
Former Minority Leader Abia (1999); Hon. Chijioke Nwachukwu,
Former Deputy Min. Whip
(2015); Hon. Uche Ogboso,
Former Minority Leader (1992); Hon. Goldy Nwagbara,
Former Minority Leader Abia (1992); Hon. Ikedi Ezekwesiri,
Former Minority Leader Abia (2015-2019).

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WHY IS ODUNMBAKU BABA ETO’S NAME ON EVERY LIP?  – By Sesan Lamuye, A Political Analyst 

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Cardinal James Omolaja Odunmbaku, the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) cleric and political engineer, is one of a kind who stands in a unique class of his own.
His types don’t happen too commonly. Infact, in our clime, he is a rarity, to have one person clothed in celestial and terrestial robes so fittingly.
Only few of his peers can honestly say they don’t envy his sartorial elegance whenever he appears in his ecumenical garments. And when he sheds that, to adorn the political regalia, he’s also a people’s delight.
Few of his type readily come to mind anywhere – in Africa or in any continent. I think of Bishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa and, elegantly speaking, Archbishop Makarios of Cyprus who ruled from both the pulpit and the polity in his life time.
Odunmbaku, better known as “Baba Eto”, is a mortal, but given the extraordinary gift of the garb and demonstrable style that is uniquely his own, he’s fast assuming the status of an indispensable human specie.
His type acquire larger than life status that is bound to attract positivity and negativity.
Those who are enamoured of him present to the world a cult-like image of him. To them, he can do no wrong. One such person, before the satanic instinct in man, reared its ugly head in him, was so fanatical of the man, Eto, he registered some of his personal vehicles “Aremo”, for which he used to tell those who cared to know, that he was “heir-apparent” to Eto. Today, that person is singing new tunes, as if his new listeners cannot decipher sychophancy and crass opportunism in his new drumbeats.
Another was said to have appeared at a political interview panel where, when asked what credentials she had to seek a position, she matter-of-factly told the panelists “Eto”. And when repeatedly asked what qualifications did she have to think she was fit for the job, she retorted: ” Eto ! Eto !! Eto !!!
That secured the job for her !
Such a person is bound to attract envy, jealousy and disdain, dislike, or even hatred to himself. That is the fate of Baba Eto !
There must be something extra going for the “priestly-politico” that the talent-discoverer, otherwise known as Bola Ahmed Tinubu, identified him to drive his gubernatorial campaign in Lagos State; and has ever since held on to him so fanatically that he has solely led the campaign of other guber candidates like Babatunde Raji Fashola, Akunwunmi Ambode and Babajide Sanwoolu to roaring successes.
If beneficiaries of Baba Eto’s gifts turn round to paint scurrilous pictures of the man, such people can only be consigned to the dustbin in which immortal Chief Obafemi Awolowo put those he described as ingrates of his large-ness of heart. As the late sage declared: ” There’s no escape for those who deny benefits”
Let the person without any blemish come out and cast the first stone. If we put aside belly-aching, jealousy and such-like vices, you cannot encounter Odunmbaku, Baba Eto, on the pulpit or the political rostrum and not doff your hats for this quintessential orator, mobiliser and professor of political mobilisation.
If some see him negatively from the positive binoculars with which Tinubu and many more view Baba Eto, then such minority must be wearing blurry blinkers in their faces.

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Ondo 2024: Akinterinwa meets APC SWC, formally declares for Governor

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Frontline aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming governorship election in Ondo state Hon. Wale Akinterinwa, on Tuesday, visited the state secretariat of the APC in Akure, where he formally declared his intention to contest the state Governorship election billed for later this year.
Accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Oluremi Akinterinwa, and a host of notable party leaders from across the 18 local government areas of the state, Akinterinwa met with members of the State Working Committee (SWC) of the party during the visit.
During the program, Barr. Ajisafe introduced Hon. Akinterinwa’s campaign team, which included the member of the House of Representatives representing Ile-Oluji/Odigbo and past commissioners in the state.
The APC state chairman, Engineer Ade Adetimehin, supported by the party’s publicity secretary, Mr Alex Kalejaiye took turns to introduce other members of the state Working Committee to Hon. Wale Akinterinwa and his team.
In his address, Wale Akinterinwa outlined his extensive educational career and political experience, spanning from Lagos to Ondo State. He passionately presented his plans for the government and people of Ondo State if he is elected governor.
Emphasizing his commitment to the well-being of the people and evelopment of the state, Akinterinwa highlighted several key areas of focus.
According to him, emphasis would be placed on the following key areas:
(i) Education: Improving the quality of education at all levels, from primary to tertiary.
(ii) Healthcare: Expanding access to affordable and quality healthcare services.
(ii) Infrastructure: Investing in critical infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, and energy.
(iv) Agriculture: Boosting agricultural productivity and creating job opportunities in the agricultural sector.
(v) Youth Empowerment: Providing skills training, employment opportunities, and support for young people.
Speaking further, the frontline aspirant emphasized the importance of unity and collaboration within the party to ensure a successful election

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APC Group, Ondo Govt, Quarrel Over Money for Endorsement

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The Ondo State government and a group within the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Ondo State Redemption Initiative (OSRI) have disagreed over the allegation that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa is using the State resources to fund his governorship ambition.
While OSRI said the governor has planned to use the resources of the State to procure endorsement of State lawmakers in Abuja’s secretariat of the APC, the government described the allegation as balderdash and not worthy of its reaction.
The group through its President, Pastor Adebayo Ogunsanmi, Secretary, Jide Oriola, and Publicity Secretary, Sunday Ayeni accused the Aiyedatiwa of setting aside $180 million to bribe lawmakers for phantom endorsement.
The group said it would be wrong for a Governor to use the State’s resources for selfish political ambition when majority of citizens are wallowing in abject poverty.
In a statement titled ‘Aiyedatiwa offers lawmakers $10.000 dollars for Abuja endorsement’ said Aiyedatiwa has taken his desperation to another level by using dollars to bribe lawmakers for endorsement.
The group said the previous endorsement has been denied and warned the governor against using the State’s resources meant for Infrastructural development to bribe lawmakers who have lost relevance in their constituency.
The OSRI said “Desperate effort by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state to offer 10,000 dollars to each member of the state assembly for endorsement has been exposed.
“The plot, according to inside sources, will involve a trip by 18 lawmakers from the state to accompany the governor to the national headquarters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) during which they will stage the endorsement.
“Aiyedatiwa is desperately going round for endorsements. The latest is a plan to get 18 lawmakers from the state to accompany him to the national headquarters of the APC in Abuja where they will endorse him.
“But since he knew that he could not get the 18 members to do the dirty job, he has offered each member 18,000 dollars, believing that the money would be too tempting to reject.”
However, the government in its reaction through Special Assistant to Aiyedatiwa on New Media, Mr Sunday Abire described the allegation as hogwash.
Abire said “Why will the Governor bribe the Ondo State House of Assembly in the first? The same Governor that has been accused by politicians of not being a spendthrift? Which should we hold dearly now? It is the season of mischief and the Governor is too focused to be distracted.”

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