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  Good morning Nigeria, welcome to  MHZ NORA BLOG  roundup of top 10 newspapers headlines in Nigeria for today, Wednesday, 1st June 2022 1. 2023: Allow Me To Pick Nigeria’s Next President – Buhari Appeals To APC Governors President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday appealed to Governors elected under the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, to allow him to pick the next leader for Nigeria. Naija News understands that Buhari is in the last lap of his second tenure and Nigerians would have to decide the fate of the nation in the 2023 general elections. Speaking, however, today ahead of the ruling party’s presidential primaries, President Buhari asked that he should be allowed to pick his successor. The number one citizen made the request in his address during a meeting with the APC Governors today in Abuja, Naija News understands. President Buhari said state governors were given the opportunity to pick their successor, hence he should be given the same privilege at the f

A political analyst, Mr Okey Maduforo, says flying of  Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) flag in Ebonyi in 2003 by its Governorship Candidate,  Dr Chukwuma Odii, would promote peace in the party. Maduforo made the assertion in a statement in Enugu on Tuesday. He noted that Odii won Ebonyi PDP governorship primary election  monitored by officials of Independent National Electoral Commission and some other organs of government. Maduforo urged the leadership of PDP not to succumb to any pressure to change its governorship candidate in Ebonyi. He noted that election of a candidate could   only be revered by a court of competent jurisdiction. He said that since Odii duly won the primary election, Ebonyi PDP members should support him to win the state governorship election.   Read more>>>

In the lead-up to the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary, President Muhammadu Buhari has asked governors of the party to respect his choice by supporting whoever he endorses to succeed him in 2023. Buhari asked the governors to grant his request in “reciprocity” of similar gestures accorded to them in the past to nominate successors they feel “are capable of driving their visions as well as the ideals of the party” in their respective states. The president recalled that it was through a “cohesive machinery” that the APC was able to wrestle power from the then ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and as such must agree on a candidate that reflects the values and virtues of the party. “In pursuit of the foregoing objectives, the Party has successfully established internal policies that promote continuity and smooth succession plans even at the state and local government levels. For example, first-term Governors who have served credibly well have been encouraged to sta

Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii is a businessman and philanthropist with vast experience spanning over 20 years in building and managing businesses across various sectors. He is the Founder/Chairman of Orient Global Group with subsidiary companies; Orient Global Manufacturing, Orient Haulage &Logistics, and Purity Agro-Allied Ltd. He is also the President/CEO of Ultimus Holdings with subsidiary companies; Ultimus Construction, Ultimus Properties, and Ultimus Global Integrated (owners of The Classroom by Ultimus, Viarmor Healthcare Ltd.) He is an alumnus of the Lagos Business School where he underwent a Chief Executive program and also has a B.Sc. in Business Administration from the National Open University of Nigeria. He was conferred with a Doctor of Science Degree in Strategic Business Management & Corporate Governance by the European American University in the Republic of Panama. He is also a member of Governing Council of the Lagos State University and sits on the board of Prospe

  Good morning Nigeria, welcome to  MHZ NORA BLOG  roundup of top 10 newspapers headlines in Nigeria for today, Tuesday, 31st May 2022 1. Ango Abdullahi’s Son, Osinbajo’s Classmate Speak From Terrorist Den   The terrorists responsible for the attack on the Abuja-Kaduna train on the 28th of March, 2022 have released another video of the victims captured in the attack. Recall that the terrorists attacked the train when it was less than 20 minutes to its destination. The terrorists killed nine people, while over sixty passengers were abducted on the train. The group responsible for the attack has released several videos of the victims since the abduction took place. The terrorists in one of the videos threatened to kill the abductees if the Federal Government fails to yield to its demand. The terrorist had charged the federal government to release their children and some insurgent commanders. Eight of the victims (five men and three women) in the new video called on the Federa

A business mogul, Mr. Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii, on Sunday emerged winner of a factional gubernatorial primary election of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Ebonyi State. The election took place at the Party’s secretariat located along Abakaliki/Enugu expressway of the State. Odii hails from Onitcha Local government Area of Ebonyi State, same Ebonyi South senatorial zone with the Governor of the State, Chief David Umahi, who is currently serving out his 8 years tenure. Odii was declared winner by the gubernatorial committee chairman for Ebonyi State, Mr. Rotimi Olaleken. He narrated that Odii polled a total of 349 votes to defeat his closest rival, Mr. Chris Usulor who scored 9 votes. Others, Mr. Sylvester Ogbaga, a fourth term member of the House of Representatives got 1 vote, Chukwuma Nwazunku who is also a member of the House of Representatives got 1 vote. According to him: “we have 5 invalid votes. The exercise was done in the open and by the powers conferred to me by the national

http://mhznora.blogspot.com   Good morning Nigeria, welcome to MHZ NORA BLOG roundup of top 10 newspapers headlines in Nigeria for today, Monday, 30th May 2022 1. Buhari Returns To Abuja After Attending AU Meeting In Malabo President Muhammadu Buhari has returned to Abuja after participating in the African Union (AU) meeting in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea. Naija News reports that Buhari alongside his wife, Aisha Buhari, and other government officials returned to the country on Saturday. The Nigerian leader was in Malabo to participate in the African Union (AU) Extraordinary Session of Assembly of Heads of State and Government. How Owen Became Even More Famous Than His Younger Brother Brainberries These Maisie Williams Facts Are Bound To Shock You Brainberries Most Beloved First Ladies Of All Time Brainberries While the President was in the country, he attended two AU summits – the ‘Extraordinary Humanitarian Summit and Pledging Conference’, and the ‘Extraordinary Summit on Un

Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii  (Anyi Chuks) 45, is from Isu Achara, Ebonyi State, in Eastern Nigeria. Sharing the news on social media, the billionaire business man took to social media to share the news. He said, “I am pleased to announce my emergence as the flagbearer of the People’s Democratic Party in the 2023 gubernatorial election in Ebonyi State. I thank the party leadership for a successful primary election and extend my appreciation to the party delegates and many supporters who stood by me through it all. Let me also appreciate my fellow aspirants who made it a good contest. The beauty of democracy is the process that enthrones the will of the people. Today marks the end of a sprint and the start of a marathon. As your flag bearer in next year’s election, I am deeply aware of the journey ahead and the task before us. However, I am confident that with your support, goodwill, and unrelenting effort, we shall emerge victorious come 2023. Ifeanyi-Chukwuma-Odii-Anyi-

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has said it’s Special National Convention/ Presidential primary will go ahead today (Saturday) as scheduled. The party said its attention had been drawn to speculations from “some strange quarters“ that it has postponed its 2022 National Convention holding today, Saturday, May 28, 2022. National Publicity Secretary of the party, Hon. Debo Ologunagba, said this in a statement he signed in Abuja. He said, “For the avoidance of doubt, the PDP states in very clear terms that is has not postponed its 2022 Special National Convention. “The 2022 Special National Convention of the PDP is on course as scheduled today, Saturday May 28, 2022 and there is no contemplation whatsoever for postponement. “The PDP as a party of due process has since commenced processes to elect our Presidential candidate for the 2023 general elections in line with our mission to rescue and rebuild our nation from misrule. “Our Party remains focused and will not be distracted by the s

The popular Nigerian born Catholic Priest, Reverend Hyacinth Alia recently won the 2023 APC Governorship primary elections of Benue State. As you can recall, the Catholic Priest, Reverend Hyacinth Alia was suspended by the Catholic Church in Benue State for involving in politics and purchasing of forms to contest in the Benue State Governorship election under the platform of the APC. The Catholic Priest, Reverend Hyacinth Alia won the APC Governorship primaries after defeating top APC candidates of the State. Few hours after Reverend Hyacinth Alia was declared winner of the primary election, hundreds of Benue State residents were sighted in new photo celebrating his victory. Below is the picture. Reverend Hyacinth Alia celebrated the victory together with his fans and followers. The photos were recently shared by the popular Nigerian Journalist, Willy Ibimina on his official Facebook page. What is your take on this? Kindly drop your comment in the comments box below.

Incumbent Governor of Cross River State, Ben Ayade, has lost his senatorial primary election. Ayade – 52 votes Martin Ojie – 61 votes Adams Cecilia – 140 votes. Making it the first Incumbent Governor to lose a primary election in Nigeria.

After months of rigorous campaign, the 14 aspirants jostling for the presidential ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in next year’s election will submit themselves for assessment today in Abuja. Their fate will be determined by 811 ad hoc delegates of the party. A total 774 delegates, one per local government area, were elected at the local government congresses of the party weeks ago.

SaharaReporters learnt that each delegate at the special convention had been given over $50,000 bribe to sway their votes in favour of particular aspirants. Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, among other presidential aspirants of the Peoples Democratic Party are now in a battle of dollars splash on delegates, voting at today’s crucial presidential primary in Abuja.  SaharaReporters learnt that each delegate at the special convention had been given over $50,000 bribe to sway their votes in favour of particular aspirants.  No fewer than 811 delegates are expected to decide the fate of the PDP presidential aspirants in the ongoing convention.  The 811 delegates of the party consist of one national delegate elected from each of the 774 local government areas and one special delegate per state and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from among persons living with disabilities. Top sources informed SaharaReporters on Saturday that Atiku, Wike, former S

A few hours ago, a former Spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Lagos State chapter, Joe Igbokwe, took his social media page and reacted to a man's photo that he shared online. Joe Igbokwe, who seems to have believed that this election period is a harvest time for political party delegates to reap the fruits of their labor, took to his official Facebook page and shared a photo of a man he claimed to be a party delegate online. On the shared post, a man has a big plate of food and various types of delicacies placed in front of his table for him to enjoy himself, which got the attention of Joe Igbokwe to react. Reacting to the photo, the Special Adviser to Governor Sanwo-Olu on Drainage and Water Resources, Joe Igbokwe, said that the days of harvest are here for the delegates as he noted that the photo depicts the way delegates are eating during the election period. Do you agree with Joe Igbokwe's statement? Let's have your opinion in this regard, t

Delegates from different states of the federation are arriving the venue for accreditation. The accreditation of national delegates for the 2022 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention has commenced at Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that delegates from different states of the federation are arriving the venue for accreditation. Delegates are being accredited simultaneously state by state using the six geopolitical zones. NAN reports that the delegates are being accredited with their mean4s of identification which include driver licence, INEC Permanent Voter Cards, National Identify Cards on the list on delegates provided by the party. As at the time of filing this report, Delta, Bayelsa, Akwa-Ibom, Kogi, Benue, Niger, Abia, Anambra have finished their accreditation. Other states going on with their accreditations are: Adamawa, Sokoto, Nasarawa and Ebonyi Oyo, Lagos and Ondo states arere already at the venue waiting for thei

Good morning Nigeria, welcome to MHZ NORA BLOG roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today Saturday, 28th May 2022. 1. This Despicable Delegate Inducement Must Stop For Nigeria’s Sake! Until now, many had thought that the selling of votes is the vocation of illiterate Nigerian masses who don’t know better. Delegates to the recently conducted, and ongoing primaries have put a lie to this. With the recently amended Electoral Act which removed statutory delegates, only the college of elected delegates matters in the primaries and to aspirants. These delegates consist of three party members from each of the 774 LGAs with each state and the FCT presenting a representative of persons living with disabilities. This followed the enactment of the Electoral Act. The Electoral Act 2022 drastically cut down on the number of delegates to elect party candidates for various offices by taking out the statutory delegates. In the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), only about 811 del

  Good morning Nigeria, welcome to MHZ NORA BLOG roundup of top 10 newspapers headlines in Nigeria for today, Friday, 27th May 2022 1. Buhari Departs Abuja To Attend AU Summit Few Days To APC Presidential Primary President Muhammadu Buhari has departed Abuja to attend the African Union (AU) meeting in Malabo, the capital of Equatorial Guinea. The Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to the President, Garba Shehu, made the disclosure in a statement on Thursday. The presidential spokesman said Buhari will take part in the African Union (AU) Extraordinary Session of Assembly of Heads of State and Government. According to Shehu, the President will participate in the two AU summits – the ‘Extraordinary Humanitarian Summit and Pledging Conference’, and the ‘Extraordinary Summit on Unconstitutional Changes of Government in Africa’. The presidential spokesman said that the summits which begin from May 25 to 28 will specifically be focused on security, adding that the Pre