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Meet APC, PDP governorship candidates across States
By Ikenna Oluka
We have complied list of Governorship candidates of All Progressives Congress (APC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) across the States in Nigeria.
The All Progressives Congress (APC), Nigeria’s ruling party and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Nigeria’s opposition party, have elected their candidates in different States ahead of 2019 General Elections.
GrassRoots.ng can report that while the exercise was postponed in some states, it held simultaneously in other states.
The candidates who have emerged across the country are:
- Abia State
Ikechi Emenike – APC
Okezie Ikpeazu – PDP
2 Adamawa State
Not yet known – APC
Ahmadu Fintiri – PDP
3 Akwa-Ibom State
Nsima Ekere – APC
Udom Emmanuel – PDP
4 Bauchi State
Muhammed Abubakar – APC
Bala Mohammed – PDP
5 Benue State
Emmanuel Jime – APC
Samuel Ortom – PDP
6 Borno State
Babagana Umaru-Zulum – APC
Muhammed Imam – PDP
7 Cross River State
John Owan-Enoh – APC
Ben Ayade – PDP
8 Delta State
Great Ogboru – APC
Ifeanyi Okowa – PDP
9 Ebonyi State
Sonni Ogbuoji – APC
David Umahi – PDP
10 Enugu State
Barr. George Tabugbo – APC
Ifeanyi Ugwanyi – PDP
11 Imo State
Hope Uzodinma – APC
Emeka Ihedioha – PDP
12 Jigawa State
Badaru Abubakar – APC
Aminu Ringim – PDP
13 Kaduna State
Nasir El-Rufai – APC
Isa Ashiru – PDP
14 Kano State
Abdullahi Ganduje – APC
Abba Yusuf – PDP
15 Katsina State
Aminu Masari – APC
Lado Danmarke – PDP
16 Kebbi State
Abubakar Bagudu – APC
Galaudu Augie – PDP
17 Kwara State
not yet known – APC
Razak Atunwa – PDP
18 Nasarawa State
Abdullahi Sule – APC
David Ombugadu – PDP
19 Niger State
Abubakar Bello – APC
Umar Nasko – PDP
20 Ogun State
Not yet known – APC
Oladipupo Adebutu – PDP
21 Oyo State
Adebayo Adelabu – APC
Seyi Makinde – PDP
22 Plateau State
Simon Lalong – APC
Jeremiah Useni – PDP
23 Rivers State
Tonye Cole/Magnus Abe – APC
Nyesom Wike – PDP
24 Sokoto State
Ahmad Aliyu – APC
Manir Dan-Iya – PDP
25 Taraba State
not yet known – APC
Ishaku Darius – PDP
Meanwhile, 2019 Governorship elections will not hold in Anambra, Bayelsa, Ondo, Osun, and Ekiti States.
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Governor Peter Mbah Signs Multi-million Dollar Joint Venture To Birth Job Opportunities, Promote Sports And Youth Development In Enugu State
The Governor Of Enugu State, Governor Peter Mbah has disclosed a recent deal he signed for the good of the people of Enugu. On his Facebook page he wrote;
“I was delighted to sign a multi-million dollar joint venture agreement with the Del-York Group for “The 042 Arena and Entertainment Park” over the weekend.
The multi-purpose sports and entertainment hub is designed to focus on key areas of development, training, innovation, education, talent discovery, hospitality, and entertainment, among others.
The Sports Arena will on completion feature training facilities, athlete housing, a physical therapy and sports medicine centre, and a performance centre, while the Entertainment Park will have a variety of designs, including screening rooms, stages, amphitheaters; and live, work and play facilities, among others.
It gladdens my heart that investors are now favouring our dear state as a location for businesses and investments. This demonstrates the success of our ceaseless efforts to make Enugu the safest place to live, invest, play sports, and enjoy leisure.
I’m hopeful that this project will create thousands of jobs for Ndi Enugu and also attract more investors and tourists to our state. It will also provide a platform for our young people to showcase their talents, thereby promoting sports and youth development in our state and the entire South-East region.
Many thanks to the CEO of Del-York, Linus Idahosa, who came up with the concept and chose Enugu as the planting soil. My administration will give him and his team all the needed support to flourish.”
Here are pictures from the signing ceremony.
We commend the Governor on this development.
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Governor Peter Mbah Appreciates Dave Umahi Over Swift Response To Work On A Recently collapsed Bridge In Enugu State
Governor Peter Mbah Appreciates The Minister For Works, Dave Umahi Over Swift Response To Work On A Recently collapsed Bridge In Enugu State
The bridge which is on the federal road, had sunk in on Monday.Thank God no casualties were recorded due to the less movements around the area on the it happened.
Here’s what the Governor wrote;
“Yesterday evening, I had the pleasure of welcoming the Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, to Enugu State. The minister who came to inspect the collapsed bridge between the New Artisan flyover and the Naira Triangle, at the Enugu – Port Harcourt expressway, assured me of its immediate reconstruction.
“He commended me for ameliorating the plights of my people by undertaking to dualise the Enugu State’s part of the Enugu-Abakaliki road, and also assured me that the federal government would expedite the necessary approvals.
“I sincerely appreciate the minister for the prompt response, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for inclusive leadership. This, for us, underscores the president’s commitment to his oath of office.”
Here are pictures from the scene visit
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PHOTO: Governor Peter Mbah Speaks At 2023 Lagos Chamber Of Commerce And Industry (LCCI)
The Governor of Enugu State, Governor Peter Mbah was one of the guest speakers at the 2023 LCCI. While posting pictures from the conference on his social media page, He wrote;
“Today, I was honoured to stand as Guest of Honour and Speaker on the platform of the 2023 Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) International Business Conference and Expo.
This event underscores our commitment to global partnerships and trade cooperation. From Enugu, I have proudly joined the dialogue that transcends borders.
As we engage in vital conversations, I extend a hand of partnership, inviting stakeholders to explore our nation’s potential. Together, let’s unlock avenues for national growth and prosperity.
In Enugu State, we are open for business; building partnership with the private sector to unlock the capital market, attract investments, and retake our place in the local and global economy.
I’m excited to share with you our state’s abundant investment opportunities and government inventives in agriculture and agro-industry, logistics and aviation, tourism, real estate, mineral resources, information and communication technology (ICT), among others.
We are also de-risking business investment in key sectors by providing access to land, providing support infrastructure, handling engagement with host communities, and facilitating the approval of building permits.
Amid challenges, our resolve for a robust business environment remains unshaken. We are intentionally revisiting our ease of doing business indicators to ensure the environment is conducive for businesses to thrive.
Join me in embracing this momentous stride as we amplify Enugu State’s prominence on the national and world map.”
Here are pictures from the conference.
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