Politics
PDP Is The Solution To Nigeria’s Problems – Works Commissioner
Ahead of 2023 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has been described as the only solution to Nigeria’s problems.
This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Works, Eloka Tasie- Amadi, shortly after casting his vote in Ward 1, Isiokpo Community, Ikwerre Local Government Area during the Local government polls held across the state on Saturday.
The Commissioner who described the election as peaceful and credible, said Nigerians should to learn from the Transformation Agenda of PDP in Rivers State which had brought development and peace across the state.
Tasie – Amadi who cast his vote at about 9.30 am said, PDP had done well across the communities in the state under the able leadership of Governor NyesomWike since 2015.
PDP, he said is not only a party, but a family, and a role model in the state and beyond, saying that if Nigerians want to move forward, PDP is the only solution to the nation’s predicaments.
He commended the security agents for ensuring peace and unity across the localities, just as he lauded the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, RSIECs, for conducting credible and peaceful poll.
At Ward 9, Unit 12 ,Omagwa, PDP Charmanship candidate for Ikwerre Local Government Area, Engineer Samuel Nwanosike who voted at about 10.15 am thanked the electorates for their massive turn-out.
Engineer Nwanosike who expressed joy with the electorates, said the third- tier of government is the closest government to the people.
Nwanosike also lauded the security agents for maintaining peace and orderliness across the communities and called on the electorates to exercise their franchise by voting candidates of their choice.
“The time to choose our leaders is now, come out and vote candidates and parties of your choice, it is our duty to vote the leaders of tomorrow today” he said.
Also speaking Councillorship candidate of the PDP for Ward 9 Omagwa, Samuel Oboni, said the electoral materials arrived at his unit at 9am and he voted at 9.20 am.
The Councillorship candidate who was the former Chief Security Officer ( CSO) of the LGA thanked the RSIEC for conducting peaceful and orderly election in the area, lauded the security agents for ensuring peace and unity in the area.
Oboni who thanked the electorates for their peaceful deposition during the poll said, he was happy with the level of turn- out at the election, even as he said election is not a do or die affair, but a friendly contest that would produce a winer..
At Ward 13 Aluu community, election was peaceful, security agents were on ground to ensure peaceful conduct of the poll.
PDP councillorship candidate for Ward 13 Aluu, Henry EmekaWali, who described the election as peaceful and orderly thanked the electoral umpire for conducting credible poll in the state.
The Councillorship candidate who cast his vote at about 9.35am, lauded the electorates for their massive turn- out.
By: Chinedu Wosu
Accordingg to the statement, the Board and National Executive Committee of PANDEF, noted with very grave concern the recent spate of political developments in Rivers State.
“Regrettably, these developments have now degenerated into the decision of the Rivers State House of Assembly to commence impeachment proceedings against the governor and deputy governor.
“This is a deeply disturbing situation that demands urgent attention in order to forestall further escalation and breakdown of law and order.
“This concern is heightened by the critical importance and strategic centrality of Rivers to the Niger Delta region and to the broader socio-political stability and economic wellbeing of Nigeria as a whole”, the statement said.
The Forum called on all parties involved in the resurgent political imbroglio to sheathe their swords and embrace peace.
“This should be guided by the principles of give-and-take, dialogue, tolerance, and political equanimity.
“All stakeholders must place paramount importance on peace, development and the welfare of the people of Rivers.
“We must now focus squarely on good governance and development of the state,” the Forum said.
PANDEF commended President Bola Tinubu, the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), respected elders of Rivers State, and other well-meaning Nigerians for their previous and ongoing efforts aimed at restoring peace and stability in the state.
Speaking in an interview on Saturday, January 10, Chief Sara-Igbe alleged that the minister had flouted regulations governing the commencement of electioneering campaigns by moving from one local government area to another to galvanise political support.
According to him, the action amounted to a clear breach of electoral guidelines being carried out with a troubling sense of impunity that could undermine the rule of law.
“Wike has violated the electoral laws of campaigning by going from local government to local government to talk to the people. He travelled from one local government to another. As a result of his visits to local government areas, he has broken election regulations and continues to do all these things without fear of repercussions”, Chief Sara-Igbe said.
The remarks came as Chief Wike was set to round off a state-wide “thank-you” tour that covered all 23 local government areas of Rivers State.
Although the minister had described the tour as an appreciation visit following support for President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 general elections, critics say the engagements have assumed an overtly political character.
Observers note that during several stops, including recent visits to Andoni and Bonny local government areas, the minister rallied supporters across party lines under what he termed a “Rainbow Coalition,” a move widely interpreted as part of a broader political strategy.
During these engagements, Chief Wike was also reported to have made remarks perceived as a veiled challenge to the authority of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, while repeatedly referencing the 2027 elections and urging supporters to prepare to “correct the mistake” of 2023.
Chief Sara-Igbe warned that allowing such activities to continue unchecked could erode public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral process and called on relevant authorities to enforce existing laws without fear or favour.
The Commission, in a statement on Wednesday, claimed that there were plans by the same group to escalate a smear campaign against its Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, to frustrate ongoing investigations and prosecutions involving prominent individuals.
The statement endorsed by the agency’s spokesman, Mr Dele Oyewale, claimed that the action was intended to distract the Commission through unfounded allegations of political bias in the discharge of its duties.
The EFCC warned that it would not stand by and watch “those recruited into this ignoble enterprise” or allow any attempt to derail it from “the patriotic task of improving public accountability in Nigeria.”
The Commission made it clear that those recruited into this venture were under close watch, adding that it would not tolerate any attempt to distract it from the patriotic task of improving public accountability in Nigeria.
“The EFCC reiterates its non-political stance in all its activities. Facts on the ground clearly show that any political actor belonging to the ruling party or opposition party, with corruption baggage, has no hiding place from the operational radar and dynamics of the Commission.
“As a matter of fact, several strong members of the ruling and opposition parties are either facing trial before the courts or being investigated by the Commission.
“It is needful that Nigerians appreciate the fact that the Commission is keeping faith with its Establishment Act in all its operations.
“Therefore, the Commission reiterates its commitment to justice, without fear or favour, in the fulfilment of its mandate,” the statement pointed out.
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