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Edo Government Writes To Okpebholo, APC On Transition Team, Still Awaiting Response
Edo Government Writes To Okpebholo, APC On Transition Team, Still Awaiting Response. The Governor Godwin Obaseki-led Edo State Government has written to Senator Monday Okpebholo to initiate the formation of his transition team, which is expected to interface with the transition team of the outgoing administration.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a letter dated October 10, 2024, Secretary to the State Government, Joseph Eboigbe, said establishing the team will allow both parties to begin meaningful discussions and share vital information that will ensure a seamless transfer of responsibilities and continuity of governance.
Recall that in July 2024, the Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, had inaugurated a 20-member transition committee chaired by Mr. Joseph Eboigbe, to pilot the smooth transition of power and knowledge to the next administration.
The letter reads: “I hope this message finds you in great spirits. As we prepare for the transition of power, we believe it is crucial to establish a smooth and effective collaboration between your team and our current administration.”
According to Eboigbe, “To facilitate this process, we invite you and your party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), to initiate the formation of your transition team at your earliest convenience.
“Establishing this team will allow us to begin meaningful discussions and share vital information that will ensure a seamless transfer of responsibilities and continuity of governance.”
The Secretary to the State Government noted, “We are committed to providing you with the necessary support and resources to make this transition as effective and efficient as possible. Consequently, 14th October, 2024 is proposed for the inaugural meeting for members of both Transition Committees.”
“We look forward to your prompt response and to working closely with you and your team in the coming weeks. Together, we can set the foundation for a successful administration that meets the expectations of our constituents. Thank you for your attention,” he added.
The letter by the Edo State Government to Senator Monday Okpebholo which was received by an admin secretary at the Secretariat of the Edo State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Mr. Joy Oyere, has not yet been responded to.
Recall that the Independent National Electoral Commission announced that Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress won the Edo State Governorship election.
Okpebholo received 291,667 votes, defeating the PDP’s Asue Ighodalo, who garnered 247,274 votes, and the Labour Party’s Olumide Akpata, who came in third with 22,763 votes.
Out of the 18 local government areas in the state, the APC won 10, while the PDP secured 8.
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JUSTICE SERVED: DSS Secures Shocking Death Sentence For Notorious ‘Dan Iyali’ Over Sokoto Bloodbath!,
The Department of State Services (DSS) has successfully secured a death sentence against Ibrahim Usman, widely known as Dan Iyali, for his role in the kidnapping and murder of three individuals in Sokoto State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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The Conviction: Usman was found guilty on a four-count charge at the High Court of Justice of Sokoto State, sitting in the Sokoto Judicial Division. His charges included criminal conspiracy, kidnapping, culpable homicide punishable by death, and voluntarily causing grievous hurt without provocation.
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The Crime: These offenses stemmed from the abduction and subsequent killing of three people in Sokoto State in September 2023. Usman stood trial alongside other accomplices who remain at large.
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Recent Legal Precedents: This ruling follows a similar milestone in June 2026, when the same Sokoto High Court sentenced three other men—Yusuf Muhammad (a Nigerien national), Jabbi Alhaji Yalle, and Kabiru Muhammad—to death by hanging for terrorism, arms trafficking, and cross-border criminal activities following their arrest by the DSS Counter Terrorism Unit.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) for the upcoming 2027 general elections will officially begin on October 9, 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Readiness Assessment Tour: The announcement was made following an assessment visit by INEC Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan and his team to Kaduna State. The visit is part of a broader six-zone national tour across the country to evaluate field operations and prepare for the 2027 polls.
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Grassroots Focus: Speaking at the North-West Zonal Interactive Meeting, Amupitan emphasized that election success is determined in the field—at local government areas, registration area centers, and polling units—rather than just in Abuja headquarters. He urged staff to address operational bottlenecks and maintain strict neutrality.
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New Registrations: The Chairman disclosed that three phases of Continuous Voter Registration have yielded 10,772,421 new registrations, pending Automated Biometric Identification System verification. He stressed the need to eliminate distribution hurdles so citizens are not disenfranchised.
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Technology and Logistics: INEC is currently refining its technological systems, including voter verification, result transmission processes, and the newly introduced eEC8A Result Management System. The commission is also implementing a “Zero-Failure” logistics strategy to ensure the early deployment of materials and proper security coordination.
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PEAK IGNORANCE EXPOSED: Tinubu’s Aide Fires Brutal Shot At Dino Melaye Over ₦20,000 NELFUND Fee!,
President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Social Media, Olusegun Dada, has strongly criticized African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain Dino Melaye over his remarks regarding the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Melaye’s Claims: In a viral video circulating online, Melaye labeled NELFUND a center of corruption, claiming that students are only receiving a ₦20,000 monthly stipend. He questioned how any government school could charge ₦20,000 as annual tuition and criticized President Tinubu’s administration over the matter.
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The Aide’s Response: Taking to his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, Olusegun Dada fired back at Melaye, describing his comments as “peak ignorance.” Dada accused Melaye of intentionally confusing the public by conflating the ₦20,000 monthly upkeep allowance with the actual tuition fees paid directly to institutions each academic session.
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