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Tinubu Congratulates Okpebholo, Urges Unity After Edo Guber Victory
President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, following his victory in the Edo State governorship election held on Saturday.
Senator Okpebholo was officially declared the winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday, defeating his opponents to secure the position.
In a statement released by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu praised the efforts of APC national leaders, Edo State leaders, and the party’s governors for their hard work and dedication in securing this significant win.
He noted that the victory reflects the widespread support for the ruling party, its commitment to progressive policies, and its focus on economic reform and improving the quality of life for Nigerians.
The President urged Senator Okpebholo to approach his victory with humility, emphasizing that it represents a call to service rather than an opportunity for triumphalism.
He advised the governor-elect to reach out to his political opponents and work towards uniting the people of Edo State to drive development and progress.
Tinubu also acknowledged the contributions of other candidates who participated in the election, applauding their roles in advancing Nigeria’s democratic process.
He highlighted the peaceful nature of the election, stressing that such orderly political contests demonstrate Nigeria’s growing stability as a democracy.
For those dissatisfied with the election results, President Tinubu encouraged them to seek justice through legal avenues, urging respect for the rule of law.
He also commended the people of Edo State for their peaceful and orderly conduct during the election, which he described as a positive indicator of the maturing of Nigeria’s democracy, now 25 years old.
The President further praised INEC and the nation’s security agencies for their tireless efforts in ensuring that the election was largely peaceful, free, and fair.
He reiterated that INEC’s commitment to organizing credible elections continues to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic foundations.
Nigerians reacts to President Tinubu trip to UK and lament that the timing is just bad. The timing of the trip and the arising crises occurring in the country.
It can be noted that the President, his wife and some other officials followed him on the trip.
And the public has shouted that we need the officials here in the country in the crises, asking who will help to manage the state of things as they are all going at once.
People shared their displeasure with a large crowd following the president to another country and leaving Nigeria in this state.
Federal Government in Nigeria has declared March 19th and 20th as public holidays for the end of Ramadan.
This was revealed by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. He made this announcement on behalf of the Federal Government.
He wished Muslims a joyful Eid al-Fitr celebration.
It has been reported that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has departed to London.
The Nigerian leader is travelling ahead of a state visit to the United Kingdom. The purpose of this visit is to strengthen bilateral relations and explore avenues for collaboration on issues such as immigration, trade, investment, and cultural exchange.
Amid this travel, the fuel prices still remain increased and many of the public are still there.
Nigerians react to the news, stating that he is leaving Nigerians once again to suffer with the current state of things before he returns.
They are calling out for him to do something and change about the fuel.
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