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Okpebholo Declared Winner of Edo Governorship Election

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In a significant political development, the governorship candidate from the All Progressives Congress (APC), Monday Okpebholo, has been declared the winner of the Edo State governorship election held on September 21, 2024.

This election was a pivotal event, featuring a diverse field of 17 candidates vying for the prestigious position at the Dennis Osadebay House in Benin City.

The electoral process unfolded across a total of 4,519 polling units spanning the 18 local government areas of Edo State, reflecting a comprehensive engagement of the electorate.

Okpebholo’s campaign garnered notable backing, particularly from influential figures such as former governor Adams Oshiomhole, who currently serves as a lawmaker representing the Edo North senatorial district.

This support likely played a crucial role in bolstering Okpebholo’s presence and visibility during the election.

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The race was fiercely contested, with significant opposition from key candidates including Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Olumide Akpata representing the Labour Party (LP).

Each candidate brought unique platforms and promises to the electorate, making for an engaging political showdown.

Ultimately, Okpebholo emerged victorious in several local government areas, securing wins in Esan West, Owan West, Egor, Akoko-Edo, Esan Central, Orhionmwon, Etsako East, Etsako Central, Etsako West, and Oredo.

His success across these regions indicates a broad base of support that will likely influence the political landscape in Edo State moving forward.

This election not only marks a crucial chapter in Okpebholo’s political career but also sets the stage for potential changes in governance and policy direction in Edo State.

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As he prepares to assume office, many will be watching closely to see how his administration will address the challenges and aspirations of the people in the coming years.


 

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Afrobeat Singer Davido Confirms Governor Adeleke’s Defection to APC in New Song

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Popular Nigerian singer, Davido, confirms his uncle, Governor Adeleke’s, move from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The singer confirms this move in his latest song, which he titled “From Umbrella to Broom.” It can be noted that the umbrella signifies the PDP, while the broom signifies the APC in their respective logos.

The singer then speaks on this fact and shares that his uncle will still continue doing great things from this political party. It can also be noted that the singer, as well as Governor Adeleke, took a visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

In Davido’s song, the singer sang in Yoruba, which means, “Why are we suffering when the new broom can sweep better?” He also sang about the fact that the youths of today plan to go overseas and not stay in Nigeria.


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Prof Iledare Tells Tinubu to Fix Refineries Instead of Rushing to Sell Them

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Professor Wumi Iledare, a respected expert in petroleum economics, has cautioned against rushing to sell Nigeria’s state-owned refineries in Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna. He advised President Bola Tinubu and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to adopt a more strategic and transparent approach that puts national interest first.

His warning follows comments by NNPCL’s Group CEO, Bayo Ojulari, who recently hinted in an interview that the refineries may be sold after their ongoing reviews. Responding to that, Iledare argued that the major issue isn’t government ownership but poor efficiency and management.

“Selling them off without addressing deeper governance failures could lead to the same problems we’ve seen in the past and also risk our energy security,” he said. He recommended public-private partnerships and performance-based agreements as better alternatives, aligning with the spirit of the Petroleum Industry Act of 2021. He also warned that privatisation shouldn’t become a tool for monopoly or be controlled by a privileged few.

According to him, the focus should be on unlocking value and reviving the downstream oil sector in a sustainable way. This comes after NNPCL shut down the Port Harcourt Refinery in May 2025 for maintenance. Despite large sums spent on reviving the Warri and Kaduna plants, both remain inactive. Meanwhile, Aliko Dangote recently stated that those refineries may never function again.


 

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Morayo Afolabi-Brown Sparks Controversy with Cryptic Comment About Peter Obi

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Nigerian Tv Presenter, Morayo Afolabi-Brown, makes headline as she received backlash from the public.

This was prompted after the presenter took to her slicks media and left a cryptic political comment “Dear @officialasiwajubat, please allow him to be President for six months while you take a leave of absence. Let’s see what kind of magic he claims he can perform. This level of desperation is becoming quite disturbing.”

Despite not mentioning names, many of her followers assumed she was talking about Peter Obi. This sparked debate and speculations from his followers who came into her comment section to support him.


 

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