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Edo’s New Governor Okpebholo Celebrated as God’s Gift to the People
In a recent statement, Solomon Okoduwa, the former Senior Special Assistant to Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki, has hailed the newly elected Governor Monday Okpebholo as a divine blessing for the state.
Okoduwa expressed that Okpebholo’s victory represents a triumph not just for his party but for all residents of Edo State.
He emphasized that Okpebholo’s rise to power serves as a form of retribution for Obaseki, reflecting what he described as God’s judgment against the outgoing governor.
According to Okoduwa, the circumstances surrounding Okpebholo’s election signify a punishment for Obaseki’s perceived wrongdoings, including his alleged harsh treatment of returnees and other Edo indigenes.
“Okpebholo’s character and approach to governance are a testament to his divine mission,” Okoduwa stated.
He praised Okpebholo’s humility and ability to engage with the community without exhibiting arrogance.
This connection to the people, he noted, was a significant factor in the recent election, where many returnees rallied in support of Okpebholo, demonstrating their discontent with Obaseki’s leadership.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) recently announced Okpebholo as the victor of Saturday’s governorship election, where he represented the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The Returning Officer, Prof. Faruk Adamu Kuta, confirmed that Okpebholo secured a total of 291,667 votes, defeating the Peoples Democratic Party candidate Asue Ighodalo, who garnered 247,274 votes.
Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party came in third with 22,763 votes.
Okoduwa’s remarks highlight a growing sentiment among many Edo residents, who view the election results as a necessary shift toward a more compassionate and responsive governance.
His comments reflect a broader narrative of change and renewal that many hope will accompany Okpebholo’s administration.
The Police Service Commission approves the promotion of 8053 police officers in the Nigeria Police Force. On Monday 11 commissioners were promoted to Assistant Inspectors General while 16 Deputy Commissioners were moved to Commissioners.
Promotion also happened among the Assistant commissioners, Chief Superintendents, Deputy Superintended and so on.
Additional promotions included Aminu Mohammed Abdulkadir, Mohammed Yusuf Adamu of Base 3 SPU, and Isa Ibrahim Umuoru from Border Patrol. Officers such as Omoarebun Iluobe, CSO to the Delta State Governor, and Shaaba Gboyako Adamu, CSO to the Imo State Governor, were also promoted.
Westminster Magistrates Court has ruled against Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan, leading to the seizure of over £2 million from their accounts due to unpaid taxes linked to their online businesses.
The funds, held in seven frozen bank accounts, were traced to the Tates and a woman identified as J. Authorities allege the brothers funneled substantial sums, including cryptocurrency, through accounts in J’s name, despite her lack of involvement in their ventures.
Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring described the scheme as a “straightforward cheat of the revenue,” uncovering years of alleged tax evasion and money laundering. Devon and Cornwall Police revealed the brothers accrued millions between 2014 and 2022 without paying taxes or VAT.
Andrew Tate, however, criticized the ruling, claiming it is part of a “coordinated attack” to silence dissent. “This is not justice; it’s theft disguised as legal action,” Tate said in a statement.
The brothers are also facing separate criminal charges in Romania, including allegations of human trafficking and rape, and are set to be extradited to the UK.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has defended President Bola Tinubu’s tax reforms, calling on critics to engage with the initiatives more thoughtfully.
Speaking during Tinubu’s presentation of the 2025 budget, Akpabio praised the four tax reform bills as a monumental step toward revitalizing Nigeria’s economy.
He described the reforms as the first comprehensive tax overhaul since independence, aimed at boosting revenue, supporting small businesses, and fostering sustainable development.
Akpabio criticized detractors for dismissing the reforms without understanding their potential impact and urged all Nigerians to embrace this transformative opportunity.
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