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March 18: Group demands for resignation, prosecution of INEC chairman
A group under the aegis of Peter Obi Mandate Group (POMAG) has called for the immediate resignation and prosecution of the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu over the process of the 25th February, presidential election.
The group at a media briefing on Tuesday stated that the INEC boss disregarded the electoral guidelines established by the Commission and conducted an election that went through questionable processes with disputable outcome.
POMAG National Coordinator, Rev. Innocent Peace-Udochukwu who spoke on behalf of the group stressed that with the event of the presidential election, INEC Chairman lack the credibility to conduct future elections in the country, including the forthcoming governorship and state house of assembly elections.
“Nigerians exercised their right, their desire and their freedom to determine their destiny, but their hard fought efforts was hijacked by Prof. Mohmood Yakubu led INEC through a questionable process and the outcome highly disputable, considering the outright gross disregard for constitutional provisions regarding the conduct of elections and electoral guidelines established by the same Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
“But in the face of this barefaced electoral robbery, we urge all Obidients to remain calm, peaceful, and law-abiding as our principals, HE Peter Obi and Datti Baba Ahmed have approached the court to reclaim their stolen mandate, freely given to them by Nigerians on the 25th of Febuary, 2023.
“POMAG wishes to state that the outcome of the Febuary 25th presidential election is disputable, given INEC’s disregard for constitutional provisions and its own guidelines with respect to the conduct of the election, transmission, and announcement of results but it is an affront and insult to the intelligence and sensibility of the Nigerian masses, it is taking impunity to an unimaginable level.
“We also make bold to say that what INEC and APC did by that singular act is tantamount to a coup against the Nigerian people.
“We also call for the immediate resignation and prosecution of the chairman of INEC and all those involved in the criminal conduct of the 2023 presidential elections. We declare that the chairman of INEC, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu lacks credibility to conduct any further elections, having colluded with the ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), to subvert the will of Nigerians judging by the condemnation that trailed the said election by the international community, which includes but not limited to the world renowned CHATHAM HOUSE, US Ambassador to Nigeria, EU Observers and a retinue of global outlets” he added.
POMAG also express confidence that the judiciary will dispense justice credibly and speedily without being influenced by politics, ethic or religious considerations.
The group said “We believe that if the judiciary can stand with Nigerian masses on this it will go a long way to erase the low perception of the Nigerian judiciary as represented by the supreme court by the majority of Nigerians who have totally lost confidence in the judiciary to act sincerely and justly”.
Also Speaking, the Labour Party Chairman for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Comrade Peter Chukwuemeka commended Nigerians and the ‘Obidients’ for their resolve towards birthing a new Nigeria.
He urged them not to relent but come out en masse in every state of the federation where the governorship and state houses of assembly election will hold this Saturday (18th March 2023) and vote candidates of the Labour Party.
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has commended Senator Basheer Lado, for redefining the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, stating that, for the first time in a long while, the office is fully meeting its expectations.
Speaking during his visit to the office of the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters accompanied by distinguished senators, Akpabio described the visit as a significant step in strengthening Executive-Legislative relations.
He praised the Special Adviser and his team for maintaining the confidentiality of communications between the President and Senate, and also, ensuring a seamless flow of information. He further emphasized that the office is now more result-oriented.
Additionally, he acknowledged the office’s diligent efforts in tracking all Bills passed by the Senate and assented to by the President, underscoring its critical role in legislative efficiency.
Expressing his satisfaction, Akpabio noted that he and the Senate delegation were proud of the office’s achievements and looked forward to sustaining the existing cordial and productive relationship between the Executive and the Legislature throughout the administration.
In recognition of his exemplary leadership, Senator Lado presented an Award of Excellence to Senator Akpabio.
In his remarks, Senator Lado reaffirmed his commitment to fostering a harmonious working relationship between the Executive and the Legislature. He lauded Akpabio for his unwavering dedication to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda—defending it with clarity, articulating it with passion, and advancing it through legislative action.
Ahead of the 2025 political party Congresses, Plateau State Chapter of the Labour Party (LP) stakeholders has endorsed the defection of the candidate of the party in the 2023 general elections and the leader of Justice and Rebirth, Barr Gyang Zi SAN, to the All Progressive Congress (APC) with the view to key into the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.
They made the call in a communique issued at the end of the enlarge meeting of the stakeholders from Plateau North senatorial zone at the residence of Barr. Gyang Zi in Rayfield Jos.
The communique which was jointly signed by Dr. Ayiki Sati Director General, Justice and Rebirth and
Barr. Samuel Galadima- 2024 Chairmanship candidate of Jos East LGA among others said the call became imperative on the sideline of the leadership tussle at the National Level which violates the core principles and values for the formation of the Party as an alternative for Nigeria for the protection, sustenance of democracy and Social Justice.
They regretted that the leadership tussle has also divided the party into factions leaving party loyalists and supporters in the state of despondency and confusion not knowing where they belong.
Our correspondent reports that the gathering included LP candidates from the 2023/2024 general elections, party executives, and support groups from the six local government areas of the Northern Senatorial District.
Besides, the focus of the discussions was centered on the state of the Labour Party at both national and state levels and the need for political realignment ahead of the 2025 party congresses and conventions.
The stakeholders further frowned at the structural weaknesses in LP and resolved to advise Barr Gyang Zi, to leave the party and join the APC while expressing confidence that the APC would provide him with a platform to advance good governance in the state .
The communique also emphasized the importance of political consultations, particularly with APC leaders at both state and national levels. It called for collaboration with Plateau State APC leaders, including Minister of Humanitarian Affairs Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, Sen. Simon Bako Lalong, Sen. Diket Plang, and other party officials.
According to the communique, supporters of Barr Gyang Zi also pledged to mobilize grassroots support for the APC, stating that their leader’s defection would strengthen the party in the state.
They urged the APC leadership to formally receive Gyang Zi and his supporters into the party, marking their official transition from the Labour Party.
Stakeholders also reiterated the need for inclusive governance, ensuring that youths, women, and less privileged individuals are sidelined in the democratic process and accordingly officially denounced their membership in the Labour Party, declaring their support for the APC.
They assured that all LP structures aligned with Gyang Zi would follow suit, shifting their loyalty to the ruling party in the state and at the National level.
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has extended his heartfelt felicitation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the occasion of his 73rd birthday.
Governor Ododo in statement signed by his special adviser on media, Ismaila Isah described President Tinubu as a statesman whose leadership and dedication to national development continue to inspire hope and progress across Nigeria.
He commended the President’s unwavering commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda, which is driving economic reforms, strengthening national unity, and advancing the nation’s democratic values.
“On behalf of the government and people of Kogi State, I celebrate Mr President and our father on this special day. Your resilience, visionary leadership, and patriotism have laid a strong foundation for Nigeria’s growth. We deeply appreciate your tireless efforts in repositioning our country for sustainable development,” Governor Ododo stated.
He further reaffirmed his support for President Tinubu’s administration and prayed for continued wisdom, strength, and good health for the President as he leads Nigeria toward greater prosperity, sustainable development, peace and stability.
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