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Makinde Not Interested In Getting Himself To The Presidency – Okereke.
Legislative consultant and public policy analyst, Chibuzo Okereke, has argued that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde’s true political objective may not be the presidency despite his recent declaration.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Makinde had officially announced his intention to run for the 2027 presidential election under the platform of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), while also launching the Reset Nigeria Movement and unveiling a campaign website aimed at mobilising nationwide support.
However, speaking on Friday during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time, Okereke suggested that the governor’s presidential bid may be more strategic than personal.
According to him, while Makinde has every democratic right and qualification to seek the nation’s highest office, his political moves appear designed to build momentum for a preferred successor rather than solely for his own presidential ambition.
Okereke claimed the Oyo governor is currently facing significant political pressure, especially following the outcome of the 2023 elections in which the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lost all senatorial seats in Oyo State but managed to retain the governorship.
He noted that the political landscape was shaped in part by the G5 arrangement, which played a role in President Bola Tinubu’s emergence.
“Well, I think first of all, it is within his democratic right to seek the office of the presidency. I mean, the qualifying credentials are there.
“But strategically speaking, he is mobilising support to ensure there is momentum for a successor.
“If you look at this, it appears to be a strategic political hedging for him. I don’t really think that his push is more about himself getting to the presidency,” Okereke stated.
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‘No More Excuses!’: Minister Umahi Descends On Deplorable Benin-Asaba Route In High-Stakes Visit!
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Urgent On-Site Inspection: Minister of Works, David Umahi, has scheduled an inspection of the troubled Benin-Asaba highway following intense public frustration over worsening gridlock and deteriorating road conditions.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Multistakeholder Assessment: Announced during the flag-off ceremony for the Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode Road dualisation and detailed by his media aide Francis Nwaze, the visit will bring together ministry officials, independent engineers, project contractors, and Edo State government representatives.
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Concession and Contractor Concerns: Umahi attributed part of the crisis to private-sector concession efforts, noting that the handling company stripped over 30 kilometres of asphalt without finishing the rehabilitation work, leaving motorists stranded in heavy traffic.
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Critical Regional Artery: The Benin-Asaba route serves as a vital economic corridor connecting Edo and Delta states, heavily relied upon by thousands of travelers moving between the South-South and other regions of the country.
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‘Double Doom For Nigeria!’: Senator Kalu Exposes The Two Massive Evils Destroying The Economy!.
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Twin Economic Threats: Senator Orji Uzor Kalu (representing Abia North) has identified the high cost of fuel and the dollar exchange rate as the two primary drivers crippling Nigeria’s economy.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Call for Domestic Production: During an interview on News Central Television, the former Abia State governor stressed that Nigeria cannot achieve long-term stability by relying solely on oil while continuing to import basic necessities.
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Critique of Government and Production Deficit: Kalu criticized public officials for lacking the willingness to make necessary sacrifices, noted that the frustration of the country’s youth is justified, and pointed out that Nigeria’s economy has remained largely unproductive since 1960.
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Prioritizing Real Sector Growth: Emphasizing that oil revenue alone is not a silver bullet, he urged the nation to channel resources into active domestic production—particularly in agriculture and food security—to secure a sustainable future.
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Total U-Turn! Dalung Defies Public Outcry And Demands Immediate Reintroduction Of Fuel Subsidy!.
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Backing the Subsidy Return: Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has publicly supported calls to reintroduce fuel subsidies, noting that the removal has only favored a select few in government rather than ordinary citizens.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Views on Atiku’s Proposal: Sharing his perspective during an appearance on Arise Television, Dalung aligned with recent discussions surrounding the policy stance of opposition figures regarding the subsidy.
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Criticism of Anti-Corruption Efforts: The former minister also voiced strong reservations about the current administration’s strategy for tackling corruption, questioning its structural capacity to address the issue effectively.
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Praise for State Police Initiative: On a positive note, Dalung commended President Bola Tinubu for pushing forward the legislative process for the establishment of state police, though he cautioned that the practical benefits will take time to manifest.
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