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Tinubu Inaugurates PECC, Aims To Reflate Economy With N2trn
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
President Bola Tinubu has formed a Presidential Economic Coordinating Committee to revitalise the economy in the shortest possible time.
Going forward, the Committee, which includes key private sector players such as Dangote Group Chairman Aliko Dangote, Heirs Holdings Chairman Tony Elumelu, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy Wale Edun, and others, is expected to inject more than N2 trillion naira into the Nigerian economy to reflate it.
Tinubu, who inaugurated the Committee on Thursday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, directed the injection of specific funds of N250 billion for health and social welfare, N500 billion for energy and power, and other bolster measures.
Elumelu, who spoke briefly about private sector involvement, stated that massive job creation is required to engage more Nigerians.
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JUST IN: Suspected Vote-Buyers Arrested by EFCC in Edo Guber Election
By Ojomah Austin.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made arrests related to suspected vote-buying in the ongoing Edo State governorship election which took place at around 10:00 am, in the Egor Local Government Area of the state.
EFCC officials apprehended three individuals — two men and one woman — who are suspected of being involved in vote-buying activities. However, some residents in the area have protested, claiming that the suspects are being unfairly targeted.
Today’s election in Edo State has three main candidates as the front-runners. Representing the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is Asue Ighodalo. The All Progressives Congress (APC) is fielding Senator Monday Okpebholo, while the Labour Party (LP) candidate is Olumide Akpata.
There are a total of 17 candidates vying for the governorship position, but the race is largely between the PDP, APC, and Labour Party candidates.
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Oshiomhole Denies Vote Buying Allegations Against APC in Edo Governorship Election
Former Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole has dismissed allegations of vote buying against the All Progressives Congress (APC) during the ongoing governorship election in the state.
Oshiomhole made this statement on Saturday after casting his vote at Ward 10, Unit 01, Iyamho, in the Estako West Local Government Area.
In response to the claims, Oshiomhole said, “It is laughable when I hear this kind of allegation. You all have been monitoring the process. Have you seen any instance of money being shared?”
He emphasized that the large turnout of voters was due to the people’s desire for good governance, adding, “During our campaigns, people came out not because they expected handouts, but because of what I accomplished as governor.”
Currently serving as the senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Oshiomhole confirmed that he had not received any reports of violence across the state. He expressed satisfaction with the peaceful conduct of the election and praised the elderly for their active participation.
“The elderly coming out to vote shows their commitment to securing a better future for their children,” he said.
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