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2023 Presidency: How Nnamdi Kanu’s Discharge May Affect Peter Obi’s Chance Of Winning
2023 Presidency: How Nnamdi Kanu’s discharge may affect Peter Obi’s chance of winning can be read below.
News ToGo reports that the Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja had yesterday quashed the terrorism charges against the IPOB Leader. That judgment led to jubilation in Kanu’s camp and among his supporters in various part of the country especially the South East.
However, there are feelers that the judgment may affect the chances of Obi, the Labour Party, LP presidential candidate’s chance of winning the 2023 election. There is divergent opinion on the issue. Some hold the view that the judgment can negatively affect Obi’s chance of winning the 2023 presidential election, while others believe it would boost the chance.
Speaking on this issue, a Public Affairs Analyst, Mr Kenneth Onuh, stated that Kanu’s release would affect Peter Obi’s presidential bid negatively. According to him while speaking to Daily Post, Igbos would now continue their agitation for a possible break up from Nigeria. He further said that they may no longer be interested in the Igbo presidency or any form of election.
He said, “The attention of the whole Ndigbo has been shifted from Peter Obi. They are now following their master, Kanu, so Peter Obi and other presidential candidates who were relying on the South-East may have to look for alternatives. Before he was detained, he clearly told everyone that election would not hold in Igbo land. He is back, and agitation continues. This is going to affect Peter Obi more than other candidates”.
Yet, there are those who believe that Kanu’s release would increase Obi’s chances of winning the presidential election. One of them is the President-General of the Coalition of South East Youth Leaders, COSEYL, Mr Goodluck Ibem. He argued that Kanu’s release would favour the Labour Party candidate in the contest. He said, “We are happy that he has been released. The release of Mazi cannot affect Peter Obi negativity, it will rather adds colour to what is already happening”.
Others who hold similar view as Ibem are Obi’s supporters across the country and members of LP who are seriously mobilizing for him to win. One of them based in Abuja said this. His name is IK, a member of LP. He insisted that Kanu’s release would boost Obi’s chances of winning. It is possible that Kanu’s release may or may not affect Obi’s chances. The odds depend on what OBIdients and Nigerians decide to do at the poll.
A 28-year-old travel content creator, Pelumi Nubi, who embarked on a solo road trip from London, has completed her remarkable journey by arriving in Lagos.
News ToGo reports that the representatives of the Lagos State Government, including Commissioner of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, and the Special Adviser, Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Idris Aregbe warmly welcomed her at the Nigeria-Benin Republic border
Nubi began her adventurous journey on January 31, overcoming numerous challenges along the way.
In March, she encountered a crash, with a video showing significant damage to the front of her vehicle and a shattered windshield.
Starting her expedition from England, Nubi traversed through France, Spain, Morocco, the West Sahara Desert, Mauritania, Senegal, The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Guinea, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Mali, Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Ghana, Togo, Benin, before finally arriving in Lagos.
As a seasoned travel content creator who had previously visited 77 countries by the age of 27 and now surpassing 80 out of the world’s 193 countries, Nubi aimed to demonstrate that “impossible” is merely a word. She emphasized that with determination and grit, one can overcome any obstacle.
Gboyega Akosile, Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Lagos Governor, expressed the state’s excitement, tweeting: “Lagos State Government gives a hero’s welcome to @peluminubi_, a Nigeria-British citizen who did a solo drive from London to Lagos.”
“Pelumi was received at the Nigeria-Benin Republic border on behalf of Lagos State Government by the Hon Commissioner of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka and the Special Adviser, Tourism, Arts, and Culture @IdrisConnecting. Welcome home!”
President Bola Tinubu emphasized the importance of prioritizing the welfare of citizens during an emergency meeting with governors today, Thursday, February 15, in Abuja.
News ToGo reports that speaking on the issue of salary arrears and gratuities for retired workers, Tinubu urged governors to clear these payments promptly, emphasizing, “spend the money, don’t spend the people.”
This directive underscores the need to prioritize the financial well-being of citizens by ensuring timely disbursement of funds owed to workers and retirees. Tinubu’s plea reflects the government’s commitment to alleviating financial burdens on the populace amidst increased monthly FAAC revenue to states.
Yul Edochie, the Nollywood actor turned pastor, has responded to the criticism surrounding his erroneous prophecy about the AFCON 2023 final.
News ToGo reports that before the match on Sunday, Yul had predicted on his Instagram page that the Nigeria Super Eagles would emerge victorious over Ivory Coast in the final. He stated, “Today’s game will not get a penalty shootout. Nigeria will comfortably defeat the Ivory Coast.”
However, the Super Eagles suffered a 2-1 defeat to Ivory Coast, leading to disappointment among Nigerians on social media who labeled Yul’s prophecy as fake.
In response to the backlash, Yul posted on his page, saying, “It is well. Thank you Super Eagles. Getting to the finals is as good as winning. We are proud of you all. Great performance in the tournament. Win or lose, good or bad, we’ve been here. I love my country Nigeria. Better days ahead. Giant of Africa.”
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