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Nigeria
Oshiomhole sad because he cannot hijack my administration – Obaseki
As the war of words continue to rage on between former governor of Edo State and suspended national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Adams Oshiomhole and the incumbent governor of the state Godwin Obaseki continue, the governor has alleged that the reason he is hated by Oshiomhole is because the former labour leader has found it difficult to…
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Edo 2020: Obaseki, 2 others screened out, Ize-Iyamu in
The screening committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the governorship election in Edo State has screened out incumbent governor of the state, Godwin Obaseki and two other aspirants, one of whom is Chief Chris Ogiemwonyi. The seven-man screening committee, led by Prof. Ayuba Jonathan, signed a report conclusively to seal the incumbent governor’s fate. Obaseki had, earlier on…
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My relationship with Oshiomhole still frosty – Obaseki
The governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has described his relationship with the immediate past governor of the state and the national chairman of the All Progressives’ Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole, as “still frosty”. Obaseki, who spoke to the media in Abuja on Monday evening after meeting President Muhammadu Buhari to indicate his interest to run for office said: “The…
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Governors call me ‘Okpekpe marathon man’ —Oshiomhole
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State has said his brother Governors now call him the ‘Okpekpe marathon man’ because of his participation in the annual 10-km IAAF certified Okpekpe race. Speaking earlier today during the visit of the Chairman, Organising Committee of the 10-km Okpekpe race, Mr Dan Ngerem and other members which included Chief Mike Itemuagbor, among others, Oshiomhole…
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Breaking News: Four aides of Oshiomhole arrested for cultism, terrorism
Indication has emerged that four aides of Governor Adams Oshiomhole were allegedly arrested for cultism would be charged with “terrorism”. A source at state police headquarters in Benin City who hinted Quick News Africa correspondent on the charges said the aides included a Senior Special Assistant, Executive Director and heads of agencies. The government officials were among 11 suspected cult…
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Governor Oshiomhole set to remarry this weekend
Five years after losing his first wife, Clara, to cancer in 2010, Governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomole is about to remarry. Reports say he will be getting married to Miss Lala Forte (a non-Nigerian & former air-hostess) at the Etsako West Local Government Council Marriage Registry, Auchi on Friday May 15th by 10am. Reception will take place at the…
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140,000 APC votes voided in Edo, says Oshiomhole
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State says 140,000 APC votes were voided in the last presidential election, saying in spite of that, the state was the only one in the entire South South and South East geopolitical regions to give the President-elect, Maj.-Gen Muhammadu Buhari over 45% of the votes cast. In a broadcast to thank the people of the…
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INEC’s card reader failure embarrassing —Oshiomhole
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State says it is embarrassing that the Independent National Electoral Commission again failed to get its acts right on the use of the card reader. Speaking shortly after casting his vote at 3:10pm at Unit 1, Ward 10, Iyamho in Etsako West Local Government Area of the state, the Governor said INEC should punish some…
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Don’t waste your votes on PDP, Oshiomhole tells Edo people
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State says the people of Edo State should vote the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the April 11 House of Assembly election and not waste it on the Peoples Democratic Party, which, according to him, has been effectively retired as it has passed its productive years. Speaking at a rally in Uromi, yesterday, Oshiomhole said…
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Oshiomhole congratulates new NLC President, appeals to Ajaero, others
Former President of the Nigeria Labour Congress and Governor of Edo State, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole has congratulated the new President of the NLC, Comrade Ayuba Wabba, on his election, urging him to provide a focused and dynamic leadership for the labour movement. Oshiomhole also appealed to those who feel aggrieved by the outcome of the Congress to resist the temptation…
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PDP preparing ground for religious crisis, Oshiomhole warns
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State has accused the Peoples Democratic Party of stoking religious sentiments to sway voters in the forthcoming elections, saying in its desperation, the PDP has bought some church leaders to preach against the APC and taint it as a Muslim party. While receiving a former Local Government Chairmanship aspirant of the PDP and about two…
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Oshiomhole commiserates with Nduka Obaigbena on brother’s death
overnor Adams Oshiomhole has commiserated with Nduka Obaigbena, Publisher of Thisday newspaper, on the death of his brother, Prince Rotimi Azubuike Obaigbena. In a condolence letter to the media mogul, Oshiomhole said “I learnt with great shock and grief about the passing of your brother. I offer the condolences of the good people and Government of Edo State, as well…
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PDP has perfected plot to rig 2015 poll, says Oshiomhole *its a grave accusation we must investigate- Army
The Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole has alleged that the Peoples Democratic Party in the state has perfected plans to rig the forthcoming general elections on March 28 and April 11. The governor said some PDP chieftains have made overtures to senior military officers to assist them in ensuring that PDP thugs are given easy passage during the polls to…
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Don’t use Army to protect anyone’s tenure, Oshiomhole warns
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State says the Nigerian Army must remain loyal to the nation rather than be reduced to defending the tenure of an individual, saying Presidents will come and go, Governors will come and go but the Nigerian nation will remain. Speaking while receiving the General Officer Commanding 2 Division of the Nigerian Army,Ibadan, Major General Sanusi…
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Edo empowers 846 widows *says poverty no excuse to sell PVCs
Comrade Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State yesterday brought smiles to the faces of 846 widows in the state with an empowerment programme worth millions of naira, saying poverty is no excuse to sell Permanent Voters’ cards. Speaking at the ceremony in Government House, Oshiomhole said, “Edo State Government believes that the best way to support widows is to empower them.…
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Oshiomhole tasks Oil Commission to execute lasting projects
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State has tasked the state Oil and Gas Producing Areas Development Commission (EDSOGPADEC) to spend 80% of its resources on the provision of lasting infrastructure. He gave the charge Thursday at the inauguration of the Board of the Commission at the Government House, Benin City. According to the Governor, “we will continue to encourage the…
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Water Resources Min faults Oshiomhole’s claims on failed water project
Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Water Resources has refuted the allegation made by Governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole that the PDP – led Federal Government siphoned N800 million meant for a water project at Okpella, Etsako LGA of Edo State. The Governor also alleged that record at the Federal Ministry of Water Resources, Abuja, showed that the project had been…
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