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Gbenga Makanjuola former member house of Reps to contest kwara south seat
A former member of the House of Representatives and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Gbenga Makanjuola, has picked the party’s nomination form to contest the Kwara South Senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Makanjuola made his intention known during a visit to the APC state secretariat in Ilorin on Friday, where he met with members of the State Working Committee led by the party chairman, Sunday Fagbemi, and formally submitted his letter of intent.
He said, “I am here by the grace of God to indicate my interest to represent Kwara South in the next dispensation. Whatever we say or do, it is only God that determines who leads.”
Jema/Sanga fed constituency Daniel Amos lauds Nigerian workers Resilience
A member of the House of Representatives representing Jema’a/Sanga Federal Constituency, Daniel Amos, has lauded the resilience of Nigerian workers amid prevailing economic hardship, describing them as the backbone of national development.
In a statement issued on Friday to commemorate Workers’ Day, Amos paid tribute to workers across the country for their discipline, dedication and unwavering commitment despite rising economic pressures and challenging conditions.
The lawmaker noted that Nigerian workers have continued to demonstrate strength and adaptability in the face of inflation, job uncertainties and shifting economic realities.
He said, “From the farms that sustain our food systems to the classrooms that shape our future, and from hospitals that preserve lives to businesses that drive economic activities, workers remain the bedrock of our nation’s progress.”
Former Presidential candidate Dr Gbenga Condemns killing of worshippers
Former presidential candidate and energy entrepreneur, Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has condemned the killing of a pastor and the abduction of worshippers during an attack on Christ Apostolic Church No. 2 in Eda Oniyo, Ilejemeje Local Government Area of Ekiti State.
Suspected bandits, said to be about seven in number, reportedly stormed a revival programme at about 7:30 p.m., opened fire with sophisticated weapons, killed the guest pastor, and abducted no fewer than 13 worshippers.
Eyewitness accounts said the attack lasted about 40 minutes, forcing residents to flee as the community was thrown into panic.
Gov. Simunalagi expresses Interest Ahead of 2027 election.
Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress in Rivers State have purchased the expression of interest and nomination forms for Governor Siminalayi Fubara ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
The move was announced on Friday by a delegation led by a member of the House of Representatives, Awaji-Inombek Abiante.
Abiante said the decision was taken by party stakeholders across the state in what he described as the interest of Rivers people.
According to him, the gesture reflects confidence in the governor’s leadership and a desire for continuity.
A former member of the House of Representatives and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Gbenga Makanjuola, has picked the party’s nomination form to contest the Kwara South Senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Makanjuola made his intention known during a visit to the APC state secretariat in Ilorin on Friday, where he met with members of the State Working Committee led by the party chairman, Sunday Fagbemi, and formally submitted his letter of intent.
He said, “I am here by the grace of God to indicate my interest to represent Kwara South in the next dispensation. Whatever we say or do, it is only God that determines who leads.”
Jema/Sanga fed constituency Daniel Amos lauds Nigerian workers Resilience
A member of the House of Representatives representing Jema’a/Sanga Federal Constituency, Daniel Amos, has lauded the resilience of Nigerian workers amid prevailing economic hardship, describing them as the backbone of national development.
In a statement issued on Friday to commemorate Workers’ Day, Amos paid tribute to workers across the country for their discipline, dedication and unwavering commitment despite rising economic pressures and challenging conditions.
The lawmaker noted that Nigerian workers have continued to demonstrate strength and adaptability in the face of inflation, job uncertainties and shifting economic realities.
He said, “From the farms that sustain our food systems to the classrooms that shape our future, and from hospitals that preserve lives to businesses that drive economic activities, workers remain the bedrock of our nation’s progress.”
Former Presidential candidate Dr Gbenga Condemns killing of worshippers
Former presidential candidate and energy entrepreneur, Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has condemned the killing of a pastor and the abduction of worshippers during an attack on Christ Apostolic Church No. 2 in Eda Oniyo, Ilejemeje Local Government Area of Ekiti State.
Suspected bandits, said to be about seven in number, reportedly stormed a revival programme at about 7:30 p.m., opened fire with sophisticated weapons, killed the guest pastor, and abducted no fewer than 13 worshippers.
Eyewitness accounts said the attack lasted about 40 minutes, forcing residents to flee as the community was thrown into panic.
Gov. Simunalagi expresses Interest Ahead of 2027 election.
Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress in Rivers State have purchased the expression of interest and nomination forms for Governor Siminalayi Fubara ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
The move was announced on Friday by a delegation led by a member of the House of Representatives, Awaji-Inombek Abiante.
Abiante said the decision was taken by party stakeholders across the state in what he described as the interest of Rivers people.
According to him, the gesture reflects confidence in the governor’s leadership and a desire for continuity.