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A’Ibom PDP Guber Candidate, Pastor Umo Eno’s Campaign Council Releases  Timetable

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In what can be described as a sign of seriousness and preparedness, the Campaign Council of the Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP) gubernatorial candidate has released an elaborate timetable ahead of the 2023 elections.
In a statement signed by Prince Enobong Uwah, Secretary-General of the Umo Eno Campaign Council, the party will begin its vigorous quest for votes across the state on the October 25th with the Eket Senatorial District campaign flag-off, this will be followed on the 27th and 29th with Uyo and Ikot Senatorial Districts flag-off.
The PDP’s gubernatorial campaign flag off will hold on November 8th, 2022 after which the campaign train will visit all the LGAs in the state. The  LG campaigns will be rounded off in Nsit Ubium, the local government area of the candidate, Pastor Umo Eno, the statement revealed.
It will be recalled the Umo Eno Campaign Council was inaugurated on Monday, October 17th, 2022 with so much fanfare at the newly-opened Campaign Ground in Ewet Housing Estate, Uyo.
 At the inauguration ceremony attended by PDP heavyweights, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mr Udom Emmanuel urged party faithfuls to take the campaigns to all polling units, wards and local governments.
He noted that the battle was not for the strong or swift adding that the Pastor Umo Eno project is blessed by God and will end in victory. He also urged them to work for the victory of all other PDP candidates from Presidential to House of Assembly.
The  gubernatorial candidate, Pastor Umo Eno who was accompanied by running mate, Senator Akon Eyakenyi, urged Council and other members to stick to the issues, asserting that his ARISE agenda contained an elaborated blueprint that will boost the state economy, support innovative ideas, engage youths, create tech and agricultural hubs, reinvigorate tourism, strengthen rural development, empower women while furthering peace and prosperity.
The seasoned entrepreneur stated that he has the competence, capacity and track record to build on the gains of the Udom Emmanuel-led administration.
He stated that since the current administration like the others before it had invested massively in roads and other infrastructure, he will connect the dots by ensuring that people adequately feel the presence of government in many aspect of their lives especially in the area of job creation and entrepreneurhip.
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Afenifere Leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo Dies at 96

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Pa Ayo Adebanjo, the Afenifere leader, is dead.

He died on Friday morning at his Lekki residence in Lagos, according to a family statement. He was aged 96.

It reads: “With a heart full of gratitude for a selfless life spent in the service of God, the nation and humanity, we announce the passing on of our beloved patriarch, Chief Samuel Ayodele Adebanjo.

“He died peacefully this morning, Friday, February 14, 2025 at his Lekki, Lagos Nigeria home at the age of 96.

“The foremost nationalist, elder statesman, distinguished lawyer, very distinct politician, apostle of true federalism, former organising secretary of Action Group and the national leader of Afenifere is survived by his 94 year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

“We will forever cherish his commitment to fighting for truth, equity and justice. His belief and struggle for a truly independent and progressive Nigeria was total and this he fought for until he breathed his last breath.

“The family is consulting with Papa’s friends, associates, numerous interest groups across the length and breadth of Nigeria and beyond, to fine tune plans for a befitting funeral details which will be communicated in due course.

“A condolence register is open at his residence in Lagos (8, Ayo Adebanjo Close, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos) and  his country home in Isanya Ogbo, near Ijebu Ode Ogun State.”

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70th Birthday: Davido Gifts Timi of Ede Brand New Luxurious GAC Car

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Renowned musician and pop star, David Adeleke, also known as Davido, has presented a brand-new GAC GS8 4WD car to HRM Oba Munirudeen Adesola Lawal, the Timi of Ede, in celebration of his 70th birthday.

The luxurious vehicle was presented at an eleborate ceremony by the Chief of Staff, Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye, on behalf of Davido.

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Meet Nigeria Customs National Public Relations Officer, ACC Abdullahi Maiwada

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They come as ready as they are prepared. They are the efficiency of paramilitary and security endeavours. They secure border integrity. They are the Nigeria Customs Service, and one man is at the forefront of projecting their hard earned glorious image. He is Assistant Comptroller of Police Abdullahi Aliyu Maiwada.

In December 2024, Maiwada, who is the National Spokesman of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) was elevated to office Assistant Comptroller of Customs. His promotion was a consequence of efficiency, doggedness, hard work and ability to exhibit all the qualities of one with an eye to details.

Maiwada was among many officers who benefitted from the recent promotion by the Customs board.

His trajectory in the Service and beyond, is captured as follows:

A prolific image manager, AC Maiwada was born on January 12, 1987 in Katsina State.

He attended his primary and secondary school education in Bayero University Kano.

He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education/Geography and a Master’s Degree in Environmental Management from Bayero University Kano.

He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in mass communication from Crescent University Abeokuta. He is currently a Doctorate Researcher specialising in Internal Communication at the University of Abuja.

AC Maiwada was enlisted into the Nigeria Customs Service as Cadet ASC II in 2011. He had a long stint as the Zonal Public Relations Officer Zone ‘B’ Headquarters, Public Relations Officer Ogun Command (now Ogun I & II Area Commands).

AC Maiwada was deployed to Headquarters in 2020 as the pioneer Liaison Officer of Nigeria Customs Broadcasting Network and later deputised the immediate past National Public Relations Officer from January 2022 to February 2023. He was appointed substantive spokesperson of NCS in April 2023, a position he holds to date.

To fully embrace the service of Public Relations and its dynamics, AC Abdullahi Maiwada is a Member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and a member of the African Public Relations Association (APRA).

He also holds full membership with the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN), the African Council for Communication Education (ACCE), and the Association of Media and Communication Researchers of Nigeria (AMCRON).

He has attended numerous courses relating to Customs Operations, Trade Facilitation, Public Relations, Strategic Communication, and Leadership.

As a consummate and seasoned Officer, he is a recipient of the 2020 World Customs Organisation (WCO) meritorious award. He recently bagged the Best Spokesperson of the Year award organised by Image Merchant Limited.

Under his watch, the Public Relations Unit recently received the WCO Meritorious Award during the 2024 International Customs Day Celebration (ICD). He also received the 2024 Best Spokesperson Award from the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations.

He has several published conceptual and empirical papers relating to Public Relations in Customs and other areas in the field of communication.

He is happily married with three kids.

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