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How AIG reportedly denied PDP agents access to Edo collation centre but granted access to APC – Gov Fintiri
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Governor of Adamawa, Ahmadu Fintiri, has alleged that agents of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the Edo governorship election were denied access to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office ahead of the commencement of collation on Saturday.
The governor, however, said agents of the All Progressives Congress (APC) were allowed “unfettered access to the INEC premises to participate in the collation process”.
Fintiri, who is chairman of the Edo PDP campaign council, spoke at a press conference in Benin, on Sunday.
He alleged that the collation was violently interrupted in some LGAs.
According to him, “In Edo South, local government collation processes were stopped in Oredo, Ikpoba-Okha, and Egor and moved illegally to the State Headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Benin on the instructions of an Assistant Inspector General (AIG), in complete breach of the statutory collation process
“Affected party agents and representatives were then ordered to converge on the INEC State Headquarters in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area for the completion of the collation exercise.
“Upon arrival, agents of the PDP were not allowed into the INEC State Office for the exercise. On the other hand, agents of the APC were allowed unfettered access into the INEC premises to participate in the collation process. This was also in breach of the Electoral Act section on neutrality, as well as the rules and regulations published for these elections.”
The Adamawa governor added that at about 9pm, “senior officials of the All Progressives Congress (APC), accompanied by the police, stormed the Etsako West LGA collation centre and began shooting indiscriminately”.
“As a result of the attack, the council vice chairman was left in a critical condition from a shooting injury. Because of this assault, the expected results from Wards 7 and 11 were not delivered.
“At the INEC state office, a 2km barricade was created by the police to cordon off access, thereby restricting movement in the area”, he said.
Fintiri reeled out some local government results, emphasising that his announcement did not override the electoral umpire’s authority.
He added that the figures were those received from party agents.
“I did not announce results, I only informed the public of the exact figures from our collation agents that was ongoing before INEC disrupted the process… INEC should be accused of violating the Electoral Act, not me,” Fintiri said.
He said, “It took the protest of Governor Obaseki, who made an entry to the state INEC office and registered the displeasure of the PDP with the irregularities of the collation process, for things to move forward.
“We thereby demand a restoration of the collation process in accordance with the Electoral Act and the INEC rules and regulations for this election.
“Any other illegal and unlawful action going forward will be a violation of the will of the people and abuse of the Electoral Act.”
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PHOTOS: Tinubu meets Obasanjo, Jonathan, others at Ghana President’s inauguration
President Bola Tinubu, alongside former Nigerian leaders Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, joined a host of African dignitaries on Tuesday in Accra for the historic inauguration of Ghana’s new president, John Mahama.
Mahama, who previously served as Ghana’s president, returned to office after succeeding Nana Akufo-Addo, his successor in 2017.
The ceremony also marked a groundbreaking moment as Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang was sworn in as Ghana’s first female vice president.
Addressing the audience, Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s unwavering support for Ghana under Mahama’s leadership, describing him as a leader of “patriotic vision and substance.” He called for unity among African nations, stating, “You can always count on Nigeria’s support.”
In his inaugural speech, Mahama expressed gratitude for the presence of Tinubu and other dignitaries, pledging to deepen ties within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and to work toward regional prosperity.
The event underscored the strengthening bond between Ghana and Nigeria, offering a vision of unity and progress for the West African region.
See photos below:
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5 factors UTME applicants should consider before selecting an institution
Many aspiring UTME applicants sign up for the JAMB exam without knowing exactly which school or institution they would like to study at.
Before choosing an institution, take into account the following crucial factors:
1. Verify the accreditation of the school and your course of study.
2. Examine the Catchment Area of the School
3. Examine the Institution’s Strike History
4. Go over the Requirements for Admission
5. Recognize the Screening Procedure
You’ll be in a better position to choose the ideal school for your studies if you take these things into account.
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Mahama’s inauguration: Ghanaian police IG controls traffic
Being a typically busy day in Accra, due to the inauguration of the President-Elect, John Dramani Mahama, and his vice, Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, the traffic situation especially around the Independence Square is expected to be challenging.
And, although he had already deployed many police personnel to the grounds of the inauguration to ensure security, law, and order, the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, was forced at a point to help in the work itself.
In images shared by Daily Graphic on Facebook, the IGP was captured directing traffic at a certain part of the city.
This is believed to have happened as he headed to the Black Star Square to join other invited guests and dignitaries for the inauguration of John Mahama as the president of Ghana.
“The IGP stepped out of his car en route to the inauguration grounds to direct traffic,” the caption of the post on Facebook said.
The momentous and historic occasion has drawn significant attention both domestically and internationally.
It is expected to be attended by 21 Heads of State, alongside three vice presidents, four ministers, and 24 envoys.
According to a statement from the Ministry of Information, the swearing-in ceremony will also feature a number of dignitaries from across the world, including 21 Heads of State from Africa and beyond.
Other dignitaries from across all sectors of the economy, including foreign leaders and security service personnel are also in attendance.
Source: www.ghanaweb.com
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