2023: Governor Tambuwal's associate, 8 councilors defect from PDP to APC in Sokoto

...Says APC will sweep Sokoto 

BY EDITOR 

The Chairman of Tangaza Local Government area of sokoto state and Political Associate of Sokoto state Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, Hon. Isah Salihu Bashar Kalanjine along side Eight Councilors of the Local Government have defected from the People's Democratic party, PDP to All Progressives Congress, APC in Sokoto.

Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko,  the APC leader in the state and APC Gubernatorial candidate for the forthcoming 2023 General Elections, Hon. Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto FCNA  recieved the defectors at Gawon Nama in Sokoto.

The Names of the Serving Councillors are; Hon. Zakariyya Madugu, also a PDP Aspirant on the just concluded PDP primary.

Others are; Hon. Abubakar Abubakar Kalanjine, Hon. Abubakar Aliyu, Hon. Halilu Aliyu, Hon. Ibrahim Sarkin Tudu, and Hon. Musa Sulaiman Sakkwai.

The two former Councillors are Hon. Abdullahi Garba and Hon. Jamilu Muhammad.

Senator Wamakko while welcoming them into the national ruling party, assured them that, they will be carried along for the development of the party and the state as a whole.

He Expressed confident that, APC will sweep all the contesting seats come 2023 General Elections.

Osun 2022: Adeleke leads Oyetola by over 30,000 votes after 22 LGAs results

By Editor

While Mr Adeleke has won in 14 local government areas so far, the incumbent governor has only won in eight local government areas.

With results from 22 local of the 30 local government areas officially declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission in the Saturday governorship election in Osun State, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ademola Adeleke, is leading his closest rival and candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Governor Gboyega Oyetola, with a margin of 31,749.

So far, Mr Adeleke has secured a total of 295,023 votes against Mr Oyetola’s 263,274 votes.

While the result of Mr Oyetola’s Boripe Local Government Area where he recorded landslide victory has been added, that of Mr Adeleke’s Ede North Local Government Area is yet to be officially announced.

The 22 local government areas announced so far are Boluwaduro, Ilesa East, Ila, Boripe, Odo-Otin, Ilesa West, Obokun, Orolu, Olorunda, Ife North, Osogbo, and Aiyedire.

Other local government areas are Atakunmosa West, Ifelodun, Ife Central, Irepodun, Oriade, Ayedade, Ola-Oluwa, Iwo, Ede South and Isokan.

The local government areas cut across the three senatorial districts of the state.

While Mr Adeleke has won in 14 local government areas so far, the incumbent governor has only won in eight local government areas.

The INEC officials formally commenced the announcement of the results from each of the 30 local government areas at about 2a.m on Sunday.

Senate: Uba Sani tops list of Overall Best, Top Ten on Bills Productivity Index*

By Editor

The Senator representing the Kaduna Central Constituency, Malam Uba Sani has emerged tops on the list of Senate's Overall Best, Top Ten on Bills Productivity Index”.

Uba Sani,  who is also the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship candidate in the state was also named “Top Performer on Bills Sponsorship for North-West Geopolitical Zone” at the Most Valuable Parliamentarians (MVP) Hall of Fame Awards organized by ORDERPAPER NIGERIA.

ORDERPAPER NIGERIA, an independent, reputable and widely recognized organization is focused on monitoring the legislative activities of the National Assembly for effective service delivery to citizens. 

Acknowledging these accomplishments,  Uba Sani he was delighted at the cheery news that he emerged “Overall Best, Top Ten on Bills Productivity Index” and noted that the awards clearly show that his impactful legislative interventions have not gone unnoticed. 

"Civil society organizations focused on the legislature have been alive to their watchdog responsibilities. I am deeply inspired and further encouraged by this recognition. 

"I will redouble my efforts to ensure that I come up with more bills that will contribute to our economic revival and stabilization efforts, security and political stability. 

He however said the awards would not have been possible without the support of the good people of Kaduna Central Senatorial Zone. 

"They not only gave me their mandate but have  contributed immensely to our enviable legislative achievements. I thank OrderPaper for finding me worthy of this recognition. Keep up the good work," Uba Sani said.

Uba Sani greets Muslims on Eid, says Nigerians' patience, sacrifices 'll be rewarded

By Editor 

Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna State,  Senator Uba Sani has congratulated Muslims on this year’s Eid-el-Adhan, saying, Nigerians will be richly rewarded for their patience and sacrifices. 

In a Sallah message to Muslim brothers and sisters in Nigeria and across the globe on Friday, the governorship candidate thanked the Almighty Allah for the opportunity to be part of the unique celebration. 

The Feast of Sacrifice, he said, is a special celebration that reminds mankind that patience, trust, faith, obedience and sacrifice draws abundant blessings from Allah.

 

"Patience and sacrifice for a good or just cause is also fundamental to progress, building of peaceful societies and human survival. Staying aloof and doing nothing worsens situations and deepens the sense of helplessness and hopelessness.

"We have been going through a debilitating crisis and huge challenges that test the will of the human person. But we are still trudging along, keeping hope alive and utilizing available opportunities to better our lives. We are indeed a resilient and strong people. Governments at different levels have been making efforts to address our economic and security challenges but a lot still needs to be done," he noted.

Saluting Nigerians for their patience and sacrifices emulating the uncommon sacrifice of Ibrahim in obedience to Allah,  And for his patience and sacrifice, Uba Sani said just as Ibrahim was richly rewarded, their  patience and sacrifices in these especially difficult circumstances will not be ignored or overlooked by Almighty Allah, who is ever merciful. 

"He will remove these afflictions and restore peace and prosperity to our country.

"As you are aware, I have put myself forward for the office of the Governor of Kaduna State. I want to serve our people and take the state to higher heights. I seek the support of all men and women of goodwill. Let us work together to effectively and efficiently deliver services to our people and safeguard their lives and livelihoods. It is a duty we owe our state and our people," he said.

Eid-el-Kabir: Let's Sacrifice To Make Kaduna, Nigeria Peaceful - Zailani

By Editor 

Worried by the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria, the Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Rt. Honourable Yusuf Ibrahim Zailani has tasked Kaduna residents and all patriotic Nigerians to rise up to the occasion and make sacrifices by partnering relevant security agencies in putting unpatriotic elements to shame.

Zailani expressed this in his Eid-el-Kabir message, signed by his SA Media and Publicity, Honourable Ibrahim Dahiru Danfulani, made available to newsmen in Kaduna on Friday July 8, 2022.

According to the statement, Eid-el-Kabir is a festival of sacrifice, as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim, who was obedient to Allah to the point of sacrificing his son Ishmael, before Allah provided a ram miraculously.

"Such sacrifice should be embraced by all of us Muslims and non Muslims in bringing about the desired peace that will translate to economic prosperity and healthy well being," he added.

Zailani said that efforts being put in place by security operatives should be consolidated through the provision of credible information about suspicious characters.

He therefore, congratulated Muslim faithful, while charging them to celebrate the festival by exhibiting more love for those around them and sharing what they have with the less privileged.

JUST IN: Uba Sani picks El-Rufai's deputy, Balarabe as running mate

From Abdul  

The Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress,  APC in Kaduna,  Senator Uba Sani has picked governor Nasir El-Rufai's deputy, Dr. Hadiza Balarabe as his running mate for the upcoming 2023 gubernatorial elections in the state.

Sani who made the announcement on Monday night  after consultations with critical stakeholders of Kaduna State, said " I am happy to announce that I have picked Her Excellency, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe as my running mate in the 2023 governorship election in Kaduna State."

In a statement by the lawmaker, he said  Dr. Balarabe has contributed immensely to the giant strides recorded by the Mallam El-Rufai’s administration in infrastructure and human capital development. 

He went on "Dr. Balarabe has demonstrated hard work, punctuality, dedication and team spirit in the discharge of her responsibility as Deputy Governor which has endeared her to the critical stakeholders in the State. 

"I wish to therefore call on the good people of Kaduna State to support the choice of Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe as my running mate. I also enjoin them coming out en-masse to vote for our ticket during the forthcoming 2023 general election. Your mandate in 2023 will enable us to build a peaceful, prosperous, and greater Kaduna State.

"Together, we are determined to make the State a reference point for good and responsive governance," Sani stated.

Kaduna guber: Sardauna Ashafa meets APC's Zone A stakeholders on Uba Sani 2023 agenda

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The Sardauna of Ikulu , Alhaji Ismail Yusuf Ashafa  has met with hundreds of supporters and party loyalists in Zaria to discuss the Senator Uba Sani agenda for 2023. 

Among those present at the gathering were  Aliyu Sa’idu, the  pioneer DG KADCHMA; Barr. Aysha Ahmad Muhammad , Legal Adviser for KADIRS; Rt. Hon. Aminu Abdullahi Shagali , S.A Political Affairs to the Governor of Kaduna State and council chairmen from zone A. 

The gathering was organized to celebrate Senator Uba's emergence as the APC’s flagbearer in the state  and to delibrate on key agenda formation for a new Kaduna under our indefatigable leader, the incoming governor by the grace of God.

In his address, Sardauna who was a guest at the retreat said : "I am delighted to be in the midst of young and highly respected Nigerians of your calibre today for this great occasion of Agenda Formulation and Strategy for Distinguished Senator Uba Sani, governorship candidate of the All Progressive Congress (APC) for Kaduna State. 

" At the onset, I would like to begin by thanking the Chairman and members of the Organizing Committee of *UBASANIAGENDA’23* for finding me worthy of being selected as the Special Quest of Honour for this important gathering. It is indeed a pleasure to be here and participate as one of the pillars of the occasion. I feel truly honoured, not just because I am speaking as a guest of honour, but because of the personality of the man for whom we are gathered today. Indeed, speaking as a guest of honour in an occasion where the subject is distinguished Senator Uba Sani is a great privilege. Thank you most sincerely.

". I wish to state that the good people of Kaduna State, regardless of creed, tribe or religion has every reason to gather and celebrate the emergence of a charismatic and enterprising leader in person of Sen. Uba Sani as the governorship candidate of the All Progressive Congress (APC). But beyond gathering here to celebrate his emergence as our party’s flagbearer, I am happy to say that this occasion is also meant to deliberate on key agenda formation for a new Kaduna under our indefatigable leader, the incoming governor by the grace of God.

"Uba Sani is a true nationalist, a patriotic Nigerian who always puts his people and the nation first. He is one of the stabilising voices we have today in our dear State. This, he has demonstrated in a number of times through his quality representation and strategic leadership skills. But, the one that stand out and will continue to echoes in the hearts and minds of the people is his numerous interventions and grants as a lawmaker and senator representing Kaduna Central Senatorial Zone. He is a unique leader who was never intoxicated by the privileges of the office he occupies.

" Rather, he always use his position in uplifting the lives of the people of his constituency. This form part of his astonishing qualities that will be sustained if we troop out and vote for him as the next governor of Kaduna State. It also explain why he is the most credible candidate we can trust with our votes.

"I can assure you that Distinguished Senator Uba Sani as a man of wisdom he is, has full knowledge of the challenges ahead of this exalted office he is vying. He is already fully prepared to accept this mandate with every sense of responsibility to take this state to the greater level. He is the only candidate that will build on the legacies of His Excellency, Mallam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufa'i, this is why his campaign slogan has always been ‘Consolidation and Continuity’ because the good people of this State will certainly not welcome anything below the benchmark set by Gov. El-Rufa’i’s tenure.

"While I declare the floor open for the commencement of this great occasion, I would also like to thank the government of Kaduna State under the leadership of Gov. Ahmad El-Rufa'i for its great foresight in discovering the great potentials of Sen. Uba Sani and for ensuring that the best man has been chosen to lead us in the next dispensation under this formidable party, APC.

 I therefore warmly welcome you all and pray that the occasion will be successful from start to end."