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Why I Left APC For PDP – Madumere Speaks On Political Switch.

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Former Deputy Governor of Imo State, Eze Madumere, has said his defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) was motivated by his desire to contribute to rebuilding Imo State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

He made this known during his formal reception at the PDP secretariat in Owerri, where he explained that his departure from the APC was not influenced by personal grievances but by his conviction that the party had drifted from the principles he once believed in.

Madumere stated that the APC no longer rewards loyalty or treats dedicated members fairly, adding that he could no longer remain in a system where committed individuals are sidelined.

According to him, the current direction of the APC no longer aligns with his political vision, especially regarding governance and development priorities.

Explaining his return to the PDP, the former deputy governor said the party offers a stronger platform for rebuilding Imo State and restoring dignity to its people. He emphasized the need for unity, proper leadership, and policies focused on citizens’ welfare.

He described his defection as a commitment to the future of the state rather than a personal political move, adding that he is ready to work with party members to promote unity, fairness, and grassroots engagement.

Madumere recalled that he entered politics over two decades ago with the goal of promoting good governance and development, noting that he became disillusioned when those ideals, in his view, could no longer be sustained within the APC.

He expressed confidence that the PDP’s vision aligns with his own, describing it as a platform capable of delivering progress, particularly for young people. He also pledged to contribute his experience toward strengthening the party and reconnecting it with the people.

The former deputy governor further promised to help attract more supporters, especially youths, into the PDP while supporting efforts to build a stronger party structure.

He appreciated PDP leaders at both national and state levels for welcoming him and his supporters, saying the reception reflected inclusiveness.

Madumere also pledged support for policies aimed at improving living standards, creating jobs, boosting the economy, and enhancing infrastructure development across Imo State communities.

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THE CURRENCY TSUNAMI: Naira Surges To Massive New Highs As Dollar Liquidity Floods The Market!.

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August 28, 2026

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Parallel market traders in Lagos (Bureau De Change sources) traded the US dollar on Thursday, August 27, 2026, with a selling rate of ₦1407 and a buying rate of ₦1395.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

For those looking to exchange currency, a clear breakdown of the parallel and official rates for the day is outlined below:

  • Black Market Selling Rate: ₦1407 per US Dollar.

  • Black Market Buying Rate: ₦1395 per US Dollar.

  • CBN Official Rate Range: Ranging between a highest rate of ₦1345 and a lowest rate of ₦1335.

It is essential to keep in mind that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not officially recognize the parallel market, advising anyone wishing to conduct foreign exchange transactions to utilize their authorized commercial banks instead. Furthermore, actual transaction rates negotiated in the open market may fluctuate and differ from the figures cited here due to continuous price variations.

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THE ULTIMATE CHILDHOOD HEARTBREAK: Legendary Transformers Voice Actor Peter Cullen Dead At 85!.

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Peter Cullen, the iconic voice actor universally celebrated for bringing Optimus Prime to life, has passed away at his Los Angeles home at the age of 85. His agent, Kevin Motley, confirmed his passing to the Los Angeles Times on Thursday, noting that he died on Wednesday. In a statement, his family shared that he departed peacefully surrounded by loved ones, encouraging fans to honor his memory through community service, compassion, and his famous personal creed to “be strong enough to be gentle”.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Born in Montreal on July 28, 1941, to American parents, Cullen graduated from the National Theatre School of Canada in 1963 before cutting his teeth on Shakespearean performances in Stratford and acting at Toronto’s Crest Theatre. Over a prolific career spanning television, film, video games, and theme parks, he voiced a diverse array of memorable characters, including the giant ape in the 1976 King Kong remake, the villainous vehicle KARR in Knight Rider, and the alien hunter in the original Predator movie.

However, Cullen left an indelible mark on animation and children’s media during the 1980s and 1990s. He originated the definitive voice of Optimus Prime in the original “Generation 1” series and The Transformers: The Movie (1986), a role he triumphantly reprised when the franchise shifted to live-action under Michael Bay in 2007, continuing through subsequent sequels up to Bumblebee (2018) and Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (2023). Beyond the Autobot leader, generations of children also knew him as the voice of Eeyore in Disney’s Winnie the Pooh franchise, a role he inhabited across multiple series and films starting in the late 1980s.

Recognized for his immense contributions to the industry, Cullen earned a Daytime Emmy nomination in 2011 for Transformers: Prime and received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Children’s and Family Emmy Awards in 2023. According to the Associated Press, he is survived by his four children: Angus, Claire, Pilar, and Clay.

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THE ULTIMATE DRUG BUST RECKONING: NDLEA Secures Historic Conviction Against Businessman in Raphnol Export Scandal!.

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Justice Akintayo Aluko of the Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced Megwalu Chukwudi Bob-Manuel, a businessman and the CEO/Director of G Care Pharm Limited, to four years in prison following his guilty plea to a two-count charge involving the unlawful procurement and exportation of 8.30 kilograms of Raphnol, a psychotropic substance under international control.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The prosecution, led by Arit N Okon, established that the offenses occurred on July 24, 2026, at the NAHCO Export Shed within the Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos. During a cargo examination of a consignment destined for Nairobi, Kenya, Bob-Manuel was found to have attempted the export himself while also enlisting Justina of Tina Travels Service Limited and Anosie Ebube of Fair Express to facilitate the shipment. These actions violated Section 21(2)(c) and Section 11(b) of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Act, Cap N30, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004.

Following the admission of guilt, the prosecution reviewed the facts and tendered relevant exhibits. In defense, the convict’s legal counsel, Chief Benson Ndakara (assisted by Kate Igbo), asked the court for leniency, noting that Bob-Manuel was a first-time offender with no prior criminal record who saved judicial time, and requested a non-custodial fine option instead of imprisonment.

Taking the arguments, the quantity of the drug, and mitigation factors into account, Justice Aluko sentenced Bob-Manuel to four years on each count, with the terms ordered to run concurrently from the date of his arrest. Additionally, the judge granted a fine option of ₦1 million in lieu of the jail term.

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