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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.
The Chairman of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, Torseer Yina, has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the ancient town.
The curfew takes effect from Thursday, October 8, 2026, following unrest and violent protests in the area.
According to reports, the action was taken to contain the unrest and violent protests by members of BEMOA following the death of one of its members by unknown gunmen.
The protest, which was reportedly hijacked by hoodlums, turned violent after an angry mob burnt two vehicles belonging to the Benue State Civil Protection Guards.
The Gboko council chairman said the curfew takes effect immediately and warned that anyone caught flouting the order or breaching public peace would be decisively dealt with.
Nine people have died in a fatal road crash along the Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State.
The crash occurred on Monday at about 4:55pm around the Bethel area along the Ijebu-Ode/Ore axis of the expressway. It involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus belonging to Delta Line and a white Sino truck operated by Bill Gas Solution Ltd.
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), all nine people involved in the crash, comprising three males and six females, died in the incident.
The FRSC said the crash occurred while it was raining and the road was wet, with preliminary investigations identifying speed violation as the probable cause.
The FRSC rescue team arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the report, while the bodies of the victims were taken to the General Hospital Morgue in Ijebu-Ode.
The Ogun State Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, urged motorists, especially commercial drivers, to obey speed limits and exercise extra caution when driving in the rain.
Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, speaks on the role and importance of teachers in the world to celebrate Teachers’ Day today.
He spoke on technology and its advancement and shared that while it is going well, teachers can never be replaced.
“These tools can help teachers reach learners and tailor instruction, but the judgement, encouragement and human connection of a skilled teacher remain indispensable,” he said.
“Every doctor, engineer, scientist, entrepreneur and public servant has benefited from a teacher and could not have become what they are today without teachers,” the minister said.
“When we honour teachers, we honour the people who make every other profession possible.”
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