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UK Congratulates Governor Obaseki, Commends Conduct Of Edo Election

The United Kingdom has congratulated Godwin Obaseki on his re-election as governor of Edo State. The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Catriona Laing, congratulated Obaseki in a tweet on Sunday. She also commended the people for a credible electoral process in the state. Laing also expressed gratitude to civil society organisations, who monitored the election and their contribution towards ensuring a peaceful exercise. “Congratulations @GovernorObaseki  @PastorIzeIyamu @inecnigeria on #EdoDecides2020. @UKinNigeria team observed credible process and commend both candidates for encouraging peace. Thanks to civil society partners @YIAGA @SituationRoomNg @cleenfoundation for their invaluable work,” she tweeted. See Also Breaking News BREAKING: Obaseki Wins Governorship Election In Edo 0 Comments 7 Hours Ago Elections Politics News AddThis :  Original Author :  SaharaReporters, New York Disable advertisements :  from 24HRSNEWS via 24HRSNEWS from EDUPED

P&ID: UK Court Judgment Vindicates Magu, International Groups Write President Buhari

Ibrahim Magu Prominent groups involved in anti-corruption efforts globally have told President Muhammadu Buhari that the recent verdict of the United Kingdom court in Nigeria’s case with Process and Industrial Development was a clear vindication of former Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Magu. The groups include The Corner House, Re: Common, Global Witness and Nigerian-based Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre). Nigeria had secured a landmark victory in judgment delivered on September 4 in its pursuit to overturn a $10bn arbitral award against it in the case against P&ID. Ross Cranston, a judge of the Business and Property Courts of England and Wales, granted Nigeria’s application for an extension of time and relief from sanctions. Ibrahim Magu Abubakar Malami, Attorney-General of the Federation, had accused Magu of neglecting a presidential directive mandating him to investigate the P&ID deal in 2

Phrases That Men Love to Hear In Bed

Phrases That Men Love to Hear In Bed You would all agree that women can be very vocal in bed. Even more so than men which isn’t a bad thing. Even though a woman’s body language can tell a guy how much she wants him, a verbal declaration can a long way to arouse him more. If so, here are 5 of the hottest things you can possibly say to turn them on. READY FOR ROUND TWO Sometimes the s3x can be so good that you want to go for more and your man certainly won’t mind. So, guys, when your woman wants round two, you give her what she wants and you give it to her good. Nothing makes men feel better than making a woman orgasm, especially when it’s more than once. SPANK ME Getting a nice slap across the a$$ during s3x might sound kind of kinky, but you might end up enjoying it just as much as he does. According to most guys there is nothing s3xier than when he is doing it doggy-style and the woman asks him to give her a couple spanks. DO WHATEVER YOU WANT TO ME Guys love the freedom to ta

BREAKING: Edo Election Not Free And Fair, Says APC Candidate, Ize-Iyamu

Candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State, Osagie Ize-Iyamu, has faulted the process that led to the emergence of Godwin Obaseki of the Peoples Democratic Party as winner. In a post on his verified Twitter account, Ize-Iyamu claimed his supporters were prevented from voting. He said he was still studying the results along with other APC members and will announce his next move soon. “I thank and appreciate my supporters, who had to endure many evils including being prevented from voting, for their support and determination during the election. I assure you all that I am studying the results along with other party members and will announce my next move soon,” he said.  I thank and appreciate my supporters, who had to endure many evils including being prevented from voting, for their support and determination during the election. I assure you all that I am studying the results along with other party members and will announce m

President Buhari Congratulates Obaseki, Commends Edo Election Process

President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki, on his re-election. He also hailed the Independent National Electoral Commission for the smooth process that led to the emergence of Obaseki. The President’s spokesperson, Garba Shehu, in a Tweet on Sunday said Buhari commended the people of Edo State, the political parties, candidates and security agencies for conducting themselves responsibly. The President urged the returning governor to show grace and humility. He said, “My commitment to free and fair elections is firm, because without free and fair elections, the foundation of our political and moral authority will be weak. “I have consistently advocated for free and fair elections in the country because it is the bedrock of true democratic order. “Democracy will mean nothing if the votes of the people don’t count or if their mandate is fraudulently tampered with.” See Also Politics My Victory A Triumph Over Godfatherism —Governor Ob

My Victory A Triumph Over Godfatherism —Governor Obaseki

Godwin Obaseki Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki has described his re-election as ‘triumph over godfatherism’. The Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday declared Obaseki as winner of Saturday’s governorship election in the state. Making the announcement was Prof Akpofure Rim-Rukeh, INEC’s Returning Officer. He said All Progressives Congress polled 223,619 votes while Peoples Democratic Party got 307,955 votes. Godwin Obaseki See Also Sahara Reporters UPDATE: Obaseki Wins Edo Election, Ganduje Flees State In Private Jet As APC Agent Refuses To Sign Result Sheet 0 Comments 1 Hour Ago Reacting to his victory, Obaseki commended the people of the state. He said, “Words fail me in saluting our teeming supporters who displayed immense courage in the face of threats, intimidation and brutalisation. “The collective will of Edo people made it possible for this triumph over godfatherism. Congratulations to Edo people.”  Words fail me in saluting our teemi

UPDATE: Obaseki Wins Edo Election, Ganduje Flees State In Private Jet As APC Agent Refuses To Sign Result Sheet

Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State The Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday declared the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Godwin Obaseki, winner of Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State. INEC’s Returning Officer, Prof Akpofure Rim-Rukeh, announced the total result of the election. Obaseki polled 307,955 votes across the 18 local government areas of the state to defeat the All Progressives Congress candidate, Osagie Ize-Iyamu,.who scored 223,619 votes. Governor Abdullahi Ganduje of Kano State Total votes cast was 550,242 out of which 12,835 was rejected. Obaseki was elected on the APC platform in 2016 but defected to the PDP after being denied the ticket to run for a second term owing to intra-party squabbles. Meanwhile, the APC agent for the election refused to sign the final result sheet when called upon by Prof Rim-Rukeh. He alleged that the election was marred with irregularities and INEC displayed double standard in the exercise

Enter Nyesom Wike — Obaseki’s New Godfather By Fredrick Nwabufo

Fredrick Nwabufo Alliances can make and mar us. Jehoshaphat, king of Judah (south of Israel), was a man, who sought the face of God. He was a decent ruler. But his yoking with kings of base virtue ruined his legacy. In particular, his dalliance with the house of Ahab and Jezebel impaired his bloodline and nearly cost him the glory of Yahweh. Power is a principal thing but the path on which we tread to its courts matters. I think it is hypocritical fighting a system but at the same time enjoying the dysfunctionality of that system. The Edo governorship election has taken its place in the past of gritty and rousing contests. But the lessons from the election will remain fecund in our political discourse. One thing stands out. Nigerians detest the ‘’contrivances of godfatherism’’. The election is inherently an action against godfatherism and all its appliances. The ‘Edo no be Lagos’ mantra is a revolutionary shibboleth which conveys the coup de grace to an endemic political scourg

BREAKING: APC Agent Refuses To Sign Election Result Sheet Declaring Obaseki Winner

APC agent. The All Progressives Congress has refused to sign the election result sheet of the Edo governorship election declaring Godwin Obaseki of the Peoples Democratic Party winner of the exercise. The APC agent, who represented the party and witnessed the announcement of the election result refused to sign the result sheet when called upon by the Independent National Electoral Commission. APC agent. He alleged that the election was marred with irregularities and the INEC displayed double standard in the election exercise. Video of #EdoDecides2020: Why I Refused To Sign Election Result Sheet Declaring Obaseki Winner —APC Agent #EdoDecides2020: Why I Refused To Sign Election Result Sheet Declaring Obaseki Winner —APC Agent WATCH VIDEO: Why I Refused To Sign Election Result Sheet Declaring Obaseki Winner —APC Agent See Also Breaking News BREAKING: Obaseki Wins Governorship Election In Edo 0 Comments 3 Hours Ago Elections Politics Breaking News News AddT

BREAKING: Obaseki Wins Governorship Election In Edo

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has emerged winner of Saturday’s governorship election in the state. Obaseki won his second term in office after securing victory with a high margin. Final Results From All LGAs Accredited VOTERS: 557443 APC: 223619 PDP: 307955 Obaseki wins with a difference of 84,336 votes #EdoDecides2020 #EdoElection FOLLOW LIVE: https://t.co/yMHngGLhXX — Sahara Reporters (@SaharaReporters) September 20, 2020 Contesting the election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, Obaseki was announced winner of the exercise by the Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday afternoon. Obaseki defeated his closest Challenger, Osagie Ize-Iyamu of the All Progressives Congress with a sizeable margin. See Also Sahara Reporters #EdoDecides2020: INEC Announces Election Result 0 Comments 7 Hours Ago See Also Breaking News WATCH LIVE: Announcement Of Edo Governorship Election Results By INEC 0 Comments 7 Hours Ago Election

BREAKING: Obaseki Projected Winner Of Edo Gubernatorial Election

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State is projected to win Saturday’s governorship election in the state. Obaseki achieved the feat after amassing massive votes. According to the results from 17 Local Government Areas announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission so far, the Peoples Democratic Party is leading with over 82,000 votes. As it stands after results from 17 LGAs Ize-Iyamu/APC — 212,983 Obaseki/PDP — 295,296 #EdoDecides2020 #EdoElection FOLLOW LIVE: https://t.co/yMHngGLhXX — Sahara Reporters (@SaharaReporters) September 20, 2020 See Also Elections #EdoDecides2020: INEC Announces Election Result 0 Comments 3 Hours Ago The only local government area whose results was still being awaited at the time of this report is Ovia South-West. According to findings by SaharaReporters, the total number of voters in this council area is 73,909, which is lesser than the margin between Obaseki and Osagie Ize-Iyamu of the All Progressives Congress, who