Economy
Chukwuma Soludo Thanks Residents For Gov Election Victory, Says ‘Let’s Get Back To Work’
Chukwuma Soludo Thanks Residents For Gov Election Victory, Says ‘Let’s Get Back To Work’
Chukwuma Soludo thanks residents for Gov election victory, says ‘let’s get back to work’. Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has thanked the people of the state for re-electing him into office for another four years. In his speech shortly after being declared the winner of the November 8 governorship election, Soludo said it was time to get back to work.
“Now that the people have spoken, let us get back to work,” the governor said on Sunday in his country home in Isuofia, Aguata Local Government Area of the state.
“Even last night, as the collation was going on, I was even making calls. I spoke to the Commissioner for Budget, talking about the budget outlines I want to start discussing. “I am back in the office. It is a 24/7 assignment, and we can’t wait. ‘Ndi’ Anambra cannot wait. “The job to be done is still a lot; it is an assignment with a deadline. May Anambra continue to win, may Nigeria continue to win,” he added.
The former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to serving the people of the state better.
Gov lauds INEC
He commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the conduct of the election, which he described as free, fair, and credible. The governor particularly commended the electoral body’s information and communication technology unit, saying more than 90 per cent of the results were downloaded by midnight on Saturday on INEC’s Result Viewing Portal (IReV).
To him, the situation has shown that Nigeria’s democracy is improving. “I think the election was resoundingly free, fair, and transparent, and I’m sure very credible. May this be a fore-test of better things to continue to happen in our electoral system. “Let me particularly appreciate the ICT department of INEC. By about midnight, they had uploaded more than 99 per cent of the results from the polling units on the iREV, which is quite unprecedented.
“I want to particularly single that out for commendation because everybody was downloading the result in real time and compiling. By midnight, we already knew where this result was headed. “INEC, kudos to you. May Anambra continue to win, it’s a foundation to our electoral system,” he stated.
‘Olive Branch’
Meanwhile, Soludo also reached out to his opponents in the just-concluded election, indicating readiness to work with them for the overall good of Anambra State. He said that despite the tension that enveloped the state in the buildup to the election, Anambra was more united as political actors still merry together at social functions. “To my opponents, my brothers and sisters who contested this election, this is the Anambra way. Sixteen of us were on the ballot, and obviously, one person will win. We have had fun in the Anambra way.
“The way we fight here in Anambra, we fight as if there will be no tomorrow, but we will still meet after the battle at the next wedding ceremonies, funerals, and share bottles of drinks and crack jokes.
“The Anambra spirit is what unites us. Let us, in brotherhood, embrace each other and move forward. I extend my hand of fellowship. We are prepared to work with all of you,” he added.
The incumbent governor contested the election with 15 other candidates. They are Nicholas Ukachukwu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Paul Chukwuma of the Young Progressives Party (YPP), John Nwosu of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dr George Moghalu of the Labour Party (LP), Oti Echezona of Allied People’s Movement (APM), and Jeff Nweke of Action Alliance (AA).

Chukwuma Soludo Thanks Residents
Others are Charles Onyeze of Accord, Geoffrey Onyejegbu of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Jude Ezenwafor of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chukwududem Nweke of Action Peoples Party (APP), Jerry Okeke of Boot Party (BP), Martin Ugwoji of Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), and Vincent Chukwurah of Social Democratic Party (SDP). The two female candidates are Ms. Chioma Ifemeludike of African Action Congress (AAC) and Ndidi Olieh of National Rescue Movement (NRM).
There were also six female deputy governorship candidates — Appolonia Ezeadili (Accord), Senator Uche Ekwunife (APC), Ebele Okeke (APP), Happiness Ugboma (BP), Veronica Okaro (LP), and Faith Obi (ZLP). According to the State Returning Officer and Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin, Omoregie Edoba, out of a total number of 2,788,864 registered voters, 598,229 were accredited for the election.
It also said that of the total number of 595,298 votes cast in the election, 584,054 were valid while 11,244 were rejected.
Economy
ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku
ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku
ADC is Nigeria’s only reliable political party, others brought insecurity, hunger, says Atiku. Former Vice-President Atiku Abubukar says the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is the only reliable political party in the country, noting that others have brought insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment.
Speaking in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba state, during the official opening of the ADC state secretariat, Abubakar said the party is ready for a 2027 victory but urged Nigerians to unite to rescue the nation.
He also asked Taraba residents to take part in the ongoing continuous voter registration exercise, adding that their participation is crucial to reversing Nigeria’s worsening hardship.
“I am in Taraba to inaugurate our new party office of the ADC, and I want you to hold the party with integrity,” Channels Television quoted Atiku as saying.
“Do not allow anybody to deceive you with any other party, because we have tasted other political parties, and they brought nothing but insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment. “The youths and women should know that we are doing this for them to have a better future, and I am holding on to their promise. “ADC will win Taraba state and win Nigeria as the only reliable political party.”

ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party
Abubakar, who formally joined the ADC on Monday—17 months before the 2027 general election—said his experience across political platforms convinced him that the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other parties lack the capacity to rescue the country.
He resigned from the PDP on July 16, citing “irreconcilable differences” within the opposition party as his reason for leaving.
Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development
Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development
Akwa Ibom governor pledges commitment to tourism, blue economy development… commends Editi Effiong for projecting State’s tourism potentials
As part of his effort to encourage tourism and enhance the State’s blue economy, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to encourage and reward young professionals who are willing to collaborate with his administration in promoting the positive image of the State through the ARISE Agenda.
The Governor made this known while fielding questions from Government House correspondents shortly after embarking on inspection of a locale of a movie, “The Black Book 2” (Old Scores), at Ishiet Beach/Market in Uruan Local Government Area.
He commended the movie Producer and Director, Mr. Editi Effiong, for his talent, vision, inspiration, and creative ability to project the tourism potentials and boost the economy of the State.
Governor Eno charged young Akwa Ibomites to shun divisive tendencies, be inspired, and emulate the creative effort of successful Akwa Ibom sons and daughters by joining hands to develop the tourism and blue economy of the State.
“The impression is amazing, seeing that we have one of our own trying to pull the world down here.
“I would love to thank and encourage him, and to let our young people see that Akwa Ibom has what it takes to drag the world’s attention.
“It depends on what you see. Someone can see this place and write one story about a swamp that has been abandoned and make all the noise. Another person sees this place and makes a great movie out of it that will market this place to the world and is able to attract the attention because of the work he has done here,” he said.
The State Chief Executive pledged his encouragement, support, and collaboration with Editi and other young Akwa Ibomites to enable them rise to the zenith of their calling.
“We are going to work with him. Editi is a young man I have known very well. This is one thing I say to our people in the diaspora, let’s partner. Come back home, whatever you see out there, bring it back here, and let’s work together.
“I think that is the story, and I am really impressed. If you know the number of people that have visited this State in the course of this film, the talents, and the caliber of artists that have been here, then this young man deserves an award and our support,” he added.

Ibom Deep SeaPort
On his part, the movie Producer and Director, Effiong, appreciated Governor Eno for his visionary leadership and passion for tourism development.
He expressed gratitude to the Governor for creating a hospitable and tourism friendly ecosystem to enhance talent exploration through the provision of good road network and quality modern facilities which distinguished the State as one of the most treasured locations in the country.
Crime
EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
EFCC releases ex-AGF Malami after hours of interrogation. He said he would return for further questioning.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released the former attorney general of the federation and minister of justice, Abubakar Malami, after hours of interrogation by the anti-graft team.
Mr Malami confirmed his release in his X account on Saturday. The former minister said that he had been released and scheduled for another meeting with investigators.
He said that the reality behind the “fabricated allegations” levelled against him would become clearer with time.
“In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for his divine intervention. “The engagement was successful and I am eventually released while on an appointment for further engagement as the truth relating to the fabricated allegations against me continues to unfold.”

EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation
The EFCC had summoned Mr Malami through a letter dated November 24, and signed by Sunday Ofen-Imu on behalf of its chairman, Ola Olukoyede.
The EFCC did not disclose the specific allegations for which Mr Malami was invited.
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