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Ondo ADC Picks Adelegan As Guber Flag Bearer

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Marketing and Public Relations Consultant, Prince Dapo Adelegan has emerged governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ondo State.
Adelegan, who is also the 14th President of the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce, emerged unopposed after other aspirants stepped down for him at the party’s primary that took place last Saturday at Solton Hotel in Akure, Ondo State.
Speaking at the primary, the National Secretary of the party who also doubled as the Chairman, Electoral Matters of ADC, Chief Anayo Arinze, thanked other governorship aspirants for stepping down for Adelegan to fly the party’s flag in the October governorship election in Ondo state.
According to Arinze, “The people are tired of the ruling party; they are also clearly tired of the Peoples Democratic Party. From all indications, it is clear that ADC will emerge victorious in the forthcoming poll.  

 

“We are the credible alternative. And we are presenting one of their very best sons to lead the state out of its present state of socio-economic neglect. Surely, we shall come out victorious.”

His view was corroborated by the National Secretary of the party, Alhaji Ibrahim Suleiman, who said the party had all it takes to transform Ondo state.

Alhaji Suleiman said, “ADC is the fastest growing political party, most obtainable party and we are fully ready to chase Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu out of Alagbaka Government House. Come October 10, we are going to conquer, we have the strategy already.”

While making his speech after the presentation of the party’s ticket, Prince Adelegan, whose campaign slogan is tagged,   “TOLUWALASE” promised to use his blueprint known as  “ONDO GLOBAL and ONDO ADVANTAGE”  promised to open up the economy of the state.

He added that, he would use his wealth of experience to attract local and international investors into the state, by creating more industries.

According to him, ‘‘Ondo state is the richest state in Nigeria. We have marine and sea port in Nigeria. We have granite, marble and we are also the second largest producer of Cocoa in West Africa. We will revive Ondo state and our primary mission therefore is to open our economy so that the state can receive its dues in terms of economic benefits.

‘’We would also bring on new capacities and global exposure to galvanise Ondo people and ultimately improve the fortunes of our state in all ramifications.

“My Brother, Governor Akeredolu has done his best and it is time for him to allow me (another Owo man) complete our two-term. I have demonstrated over the years that I have the competence, knowledge and compassion to lead our state. And those are the three qualities lacking in the present leadership in our state. Those leading are not competent, knowledgeable and they are not compassionate.

‘’As soon as we are sworn-in, we will design a social welfare package for the people, because democracy is a government of the people, by the people and for the people. People, people, people.”

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Court Grants Malami, Family N200m Bail

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Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has granted bail to the former Attorney General of the Federation Abubakar Malami, his son Abdulaziz Malami, and his wife Asabe Bashir in the sum of N200 million each and two sureties in like sum.

As part of the bail conditions, one of the sureties is to deposit title deeds of properties in highbrow Maitama or Asokoro.

The defendants have been ordered to deposit their international passports with the court.

They are to remain in the custody of the Nigerian correctional service pending perfection of their bail conditions.

Justice Abdulmalik subsequently adjourned the matter until March 16 for the commencement of the trial.

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IGP Disu Removes Benjamin Hundeyin As FPRO

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The Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, has reportedly removed Benjamin Hundeyin as the Force Public Relations Officer (PRO) and replaced him with a new appointee, though the name hasn’t been officially announced.

Hundeyin was previously serving as the Lagos Command PRO before being promoted to the national role.

This move comes as part of Disu’s efforts to revamp the Nigeria Police Force and improve its public image.

As the 23rd IGP, Disu has emphasized professionalism, accountability, and transparency, warning officers that there will be no tolerance for misconduct or abuse of power.

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Assets Declaration: Court Dismisses NDLEA’s Case Against Abba Kyari

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The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, dismissed a case filed by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), against suspended DCP Abba Kyari on allegations bordering on non-disclosure of assets.

Justice James Omotosho dismissed the suit, filed against Kyari and his younger brothers, Mohammed Kyari and Ali Kyari, for failure of the anti-narcotic agency to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.

The judge held that the burden of proving a case beyond reasonable doubt falls in the prosecution which it had failed to do so.
The ruling covers only asset declaration allegations. Other cases including drug related offences are still ongoing.

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