JUST-IN: I Will Reduce Fuel Price –Tinubu | INEC disappointed me’ – Ajayi PDP Candidate

I Will Reduce Fuel Price – Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to alleviating the economic burden on Nigerians by addressing the rising cost of fuel. Speaking at a recent event, Tinubu emphasized that his administration is determined to make life easier for citizens and will explore practical measures to reduce fuel prices. His remarks come amid widespread concerns over the high cost of living since the removal of fuel subsidies earlier this year.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>

“We understand the difficulties faced by Nigerians, and I assure you that we are working tirelessly to ensure relief. Reducing the cost of fuel is a priority for my administration,” Tinubu said. He highlighted that the government is in talks with industry stakeholders and global partners to create sustainable strategies for price stabilization.

The president acknowledged the challenges introduced by the subsidy removal but defended the decision as a necessary step to save the economy from collapse. He argued that the funds previously allocated to fuel subsidies would now be redirected towards critical infrastructure projects, education, and healthcare. However, Tinubu admitted that the transition has not been without its difficulties.

“We knew the decision to remove subsidies would be tough, but we also knew it was unsustainable. What matters now is how we cushion the effects and ensure that Nigerians see tangible benefits in the long run,” he added.

INEC disappointed me’ – Ajayi PDP Candidate

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The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the Ondo State governorship election, Chief Agboola Ajayi, has expressed dissatisfaction with the electoral process.

Ajayi said this after voting at Apoi Ward 11, Unit 004 at RCM Idumado Quarters Kiribo in Ese-Odo Local Government Area of the state.

He said: “The system has been compromised. It is sad INEC can’t conduct election well in one state.

“BVAS aren’t working. It took about 10 minutes to capture me.

“I think it is deliberate on the part of INEC and the REC. And we’ve said this several times that the woman can’t be fair.

“I have had series of complaints from across the state. People are complaining of vote buying. It is a very shameful exercise.”

INEC Restores Festus As LP’s Ondo Candidate

On November 16, 2024, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) reinstated Olorunfemi Ayodele Festus as the Labour Party’s candidate for the Ondo State governorship election. This decision followed a Court of Appeal ruling that overturned a Federal High Court judgment, which had previously ordered INEC to accept Olusola Ebiseni as the LP candidate. The Court of Appeal determined the lower court lacked jurisdiction. In compliance with the ruling, INEC updated its records, and Festus’s name was restored and published on the commission’s website.

DSS Arrests Vote-Buyer With Two Bags Of Money

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An alleged vote-buyer in the ongoing Ondo State governorship election has been arrested by operatives of the Department of State Services, DSS.

The alleged vote-buyer was apprehended with two bags of money believed to be aimed at inducing voters.

He was arrested at Ward 4, Polling Unit 007 outside St. Stephen’s Primary School, Akure, Ondo State, around 9:00 am on election day.

Meanwhile, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has casted his vote at Polling Unit 6, Ward 4 in Obenla, Ilaje LGA.

Aiyedatiwa is contesting to retain the governorship seat in the off-cycle election against 16 other candidates from different political parties, including Agboola Ajayi of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>