Politics
BVAS: Youths will shut down Nigeria – Ohanaeze warns INEC, APC
By Abdulateef Taiwo
The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide, OYC, has reacted to the fresh controversy over the deployment of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System, BVAS and the INEC Results Viewing Portal, IReV, for the 2023 general elections.
The OYC said Senator Abdullahi Adamu, the National Chairman of the APC, should be placed on watchlist by security agencies and the international community for allegedly toeing a path capable of destroying Nigeria.
Adamu had on Wednesday, while speaking to a delegation from the Commonwealth Election Observation Mission, claimed that Nigeria was not yet ready for such technology.
He said, “Our concern is how ready are we to deploy some of these technologies as regards transmission.
“To transmit results, every part of the nation Nigeria I’m not sure that the network covers it.
“I know that even in parts of Abuja, there is no network, and we have from now till February when in substantial parts of the country, there is no electricity.”
Reacting to the development, the National President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike accused the APC of trying to truncate Nigeria’s democracy.
Okwu said Adamu’s stand was a confirmation of earlier rumour of an ignoble attempt to remove the INEC chairman, Professor Yakubu Mahmood from office over his insistence to deploy technology to enhance the credibility of the electoral process.
“We are in deep shock over the unpopular statement made by the APC National Chairman, Senator Adamu. It is even more unpardonable considering that it is coming from the chairman of the ruling party.
“In countries of the world, a ruling party is expected to be in the vanguard of advancing democracy, but that is no longer the case with the APC.
“It is now confirmed that the Adamu-led APC is behind the rumoured plot to oust the INEC boss from office.
“However, his plot has failed; he has exposed himself as we the Nigerian youths will not let that happen.
“The 2023 general election is between the forces of darkness that have held this country down for decades and the future generation. There will be no hiding place for failed politicians and a million Adamu cannot frustrate that resolve.”
The youth group urged the INEC to “remain steadfast as the masses are with you. The commission should not bow to the wicked pressure as we shall march the evil forces; we shall resist the wicked forces who do not mean well for Nigeria.
“The youths will shut down this country should anyone attempt to toy with the future of Nigeria.
“The highest legacy President Muhammdu Buhari has bequeathed for this country is signing the amended Electoral Act and we shall give the INEC all the support to ensure its full application.
“We also urge President Buhari to stand with the masses and be wary of the likes of Adamu who are pursuing a selfish agenda.”
Okwu urged security agencies and the international community to “place Adamu and his collaborators on watchlist as they are poised to destroy Nigeria to realise their selfish agenda.”
Politics
Osaro Onaiwu Congratulates Anambra Governor on Historic Re-election and Commencement of Second Tenure
Joel Ajayi
Osaro Onaiwu, former Director-General of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) and Founder of Red Carpet Protocol, congratulates the Executive Governor of Anambra State on his successful re-election and the official commencement of his second term in office.
Mr. Onaiwu, drawing on his extensive experience in inter-governmental relations, noted that the Governor’s overwhelming victory is a strong mandate and a testament to the stability and progress achieved in Anambra State over the last four years.
“I wish to extend my profound and sincere congratulations to the Governor on this well-deserved electoral victory.
His re-election is a powerful affirmation by the people of Anambra that his administration’s commitment to security, economic transformation, and infrastructural development is both recognized and appreciated,” said Osaro Onaiwu.
He emphasized that the second tenure provides a critical opportunity to build a lasting legacy.
“The commencement of a second term is a unique moment to consolidate on the remarkable gains already made. I urge His Excellency to deploy his renewed mandate with even greater determination, ensuring that Anambra State remains the Light of the Nation and a model for good governance across the federation,” Mr. Onaiwu added.
Osaro Onaiwu concluded by wishing the Governor a highly impactful, peaceful, and successful second term in the service of Ndi Anambra.
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