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  • Ayade, Tambuwal, Mark, Jang, Bafarawa congratulate Atiku

    CONGRATULATORY messages yesterday continued to trail Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s emergence as the presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).

    Cross River State Governor Ben Ayade, Sokoto State Governor and PDP presidential aspirant Aminu Tambuwal, former Senate President David Mark, former Plateau State Governor Senator Jonah Jang and ex-Sokoto State Governor Attahiru Bafarawa were among those who congratulated Atiku on his victory.

    They promised to support the PDP candidate before and in the presidential election.

    Ayade, in his message, described former vice president’s victory at the just concluded PDP convention held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, as well-deserved.

    In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary and Senior Special Assistant on Media, Mr. Christian Ita, Ayade said Atiku’s victory at the convention was a reflection of the wishes of PDP members.

    “On behalf of the government and the good people of Cross River State, I want to heartily congratulate you on your victory at our party’s presidential primary. The trust placed in you to fly the flag of our great party in the 2019 elections is undoubtedly a springboard of great inspiration and motivation to bring your vast private and public experience in ensuring the well-being and unity of our great country and its people,” Ayade said.

    Mark, in his statement, said throughout his campaigns, he maintained that the PDP presidential aspirants, including Atiku Abubakar, were eminently qualified to provide excellent leadership for the nation and that as a faithful and steadfast party man, he would support anyone of them who emerged the flag bearer of the PDP.

    He restated his commitment and pledged support for Atiku  to bring victory to the party in 2019.

    In his statement, Tambuwal said: “On behalf of my humble self, my family, and millions of my supporters from across the length and breadth of the country, I heartily rejoice with and congratulate your excellency on your emergence as the standard flagbearer of our great political party, the PDP at the just concluded National Convention held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

    “The task at hand, going forward, is to ensure victory at the polls in order to save our fatherland from the current regime of annihilation bestriding it.

    “This calls for unity of purpose that admits of no division, no distractions and no internal wrangling. I commit myself to this task and urge all members of our great party to roll up their sleeves and set to work as members of one united family.”

    Jang said in spite of the outcome of the PDP presidential primaries in Port Harcourt, in which he lost, he would support Atiku.

  • Premier League ticket: Mighty Jets congratulate Plateau United

    Premier League ticket: Mighty Jets congratulate Plateau United

    The management of Nigeria National Division One Outfit, Mighty Jets FC of Jos, has congratulated city rivals, Plateau United FC for gaining promotion into the Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL.

    In a statement released by the Club through its Media Officer, Mbum Ferdinand, the Club praised the overwhelming resilience of the management team of Plateau United led by Bitrus Bewarang and the determination of the playing Staff to succeed against the odds during the campaign to win the Nigeria National League Division One A slot which they eventually won.

    The management also reminded their rivals that they must work harder towards sustaining their position in the NPFL as the elite league is more competitive and more challenging.

    Meanwhile, Mighty Jets FC have fixed November 1 2015 as the resumption date for Players and Officials of the Club as the club commences preparations ahead of the 2015/2016 NNL Season.

  • Don Jazzy, Ice Prince congratulate Ambode

    Don Jazzy, Ice Prince congratulate Ambode

    Since emerging victorious in the April 11 gubernatorial poll, Governor-elect of Lagos State, Akinwunmi Ambode, has been receiving congratulatory messages. One of those who sent their felicitation is Chocolate City rapper, Ice Prince.

    The superstar who sent a congratulatory message to Ambode on his Instagram handle, said, “Congratulations to the newly elected governor of Lagos State, Nigeria! May God take the lead and wishing you a blessed and successful tenure.” Ice Prince sent the post, alongside a photograph of himself and Ambode.

    Also joining the artiste in expressing his felicitation is Mavin Record boss, Michael Collins, aka Don Jazzy.

    He said: “Let me officially congratulate the Governor-elect of Lagos State @AkinwunmiAmbode.”

    Ambode contested for governorship of Lagos State, the entertainment hub of Nigeria, under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). His closest rival, Jimi Agbaje, who contested under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has since called to congratulate him on his victory.

  • Suswam, PDP candidate Tarzoor congratulate Ortom

    •’We ‘ll not contest result at tribunal’ 

    Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam has congratulated Governor- elect Samuel Ortom on his victory in last Saturday’s poll.

    He said Ortom’s election was a reflection of the people’s wish, adding that in life the only permanent thing was change.

    The governor said the outcome of the election was an opportunity for the state to progress.

    He urged the indigenes to support the Governor-elect as they supported him.

    Suswam advised Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP’s) members and All Progressives Congress (APC’s) supporters to avoid hate speeches, vendetta and witch hunting.

    The governor advised Ortom and his party to be magnanimous in victory and see the people as his own.

    He assured the APC standard-bearer of putting in place a solid arrangement for a smooth transition.

    Suswam said PDP would not contest the result at the tribunal, adding that there was no need to distract the Governor-elect “with unnecessary litigation.”

    He advised him to unite Benue people.

    Suswam and Ortom later held a closed-door meeting. The details of the meeting were not made known to reporters at press time.

    PDP’s governorship candidate Terhemen Tarzoor has congratulated the Governor-elect on his victory.

    He called Ortom on the phone, saying he aspired for the position to have the opportunity of contributing to the state’s development.

    “But your election is an indication that Benue people have spoken.”

    Tarzoor wished the Governor-elect a successful tenure.

  • Ndigbo congratulate Buhari

    •Demand true federalism

    Ndi-Igbo Germany (NIG), the umbrella organisation of Igbo ethnic groups and associations in Germany, has congratulated the President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari.

    In a message, signed by the its National Coordinator, Chief Joe Mmeh, said: “We rejoice with President-elect Buhari on his success at the polls and urge him to be the president of all Nigerians, irrespective of ethnic, religion and political affiliations.

    “The campaign has come and gone. It’s now time for national healing and governance. In every civilised society, no one takes personal what is said during campaigns. So Buhari should look forward to uniting Nigerians and avoiding advice from former office holders, who brought hardship and corruption into governance.

    “Ndi-Igbo Germany congratulates Buhari as Nigeria’s President–elect and the citizens for peacefully exercising their franchise to elect their leaders. We salute President Goodluck Jonathan for establishing a legacy of democratic freedom and peaceful expression of a vibrant democracy.

    “Ndi-Igbo Germany advises President-elect Buhari against ethnicity. He should be magnanimous in victory by forming a government of national unity; picking the best brains among Nigerians, both home and abroad. Meritocracy, instead of mediocrity, should be the watchword on how to move Nigeria forward economically, politically and technologically. We believe that the God, who gave President-elect Buhari victory, wants him to rebuild the country. We enjoin him to ensure fairness, justice and equity for all.

    “Ndi-Igbo Germany supports the indivisibility of Nigeria, but condemns any sort of domination of any part of the country by another. We reinstate our demand for a true federalism and a greater autonomy to the geopolitical zones and that federal allocations and amenities be shared on equal proportion among the six zones.

    “We thank President-elect Buhari for his promise during the campaigns to build a second Niger Bridge where no tollgate fees shall be paid by Ndigbo and other Nigerians. As a matter of fact, Ndigbo cannot and shall not accept any bridge where tollgate fees shall be paid, a system not obtainable in others parts of the country.

    “We also demand that roads in the Southeast, Enugu International Airport and Trade Fair Complex be completed. Seaports and dry ports in the Southeast should be established and made functional. We are sad when we see the lopsided nature of distribution of amenities by the Federal Government and the neglect of Ndigbo 45 years since the Civil War ended. We hope President-elect Buhari will correct these imbalances.”

  • Fenerbahce congratulate Nigeria, Yobo

    Fenerbahce congratulate Nigeria, Yobo

    TURKISH side Fenerbahce have congratulated Nigeria and Super Eagles captain Joseph Yobo for winning the 2013 African Cup of Nations. Yobo is a defensive ace of the Super Lig team. The club declared: “We sincerely congratulate Joseph Yobo and Africa Nations Cup Winner Nigeria, for winning the 29th African Cup.

    “We congratulate Nigeria who won the cup for the 3rd time throughout the tournament’s history and we wish a career for our precious player Joseph Yobo who is full of cups and championships with Nigeria and Fenerbahce.”

  • SC Braga congratulate Echiejile

    SC Braga congratulate Echiejile

    Portuguese club SC Braga have congratulated Nigeria’s Elderson Echiejile for winning the just concluded Africa Cup of Nations trophy in South Africa with Nigeria’s Super Eagles.

    Nigeria defeated Burkina Faso 1-0 in the finals to clinch their third trophy in the competition’s history on Sunday 10 February.

    Braga in a statement on the club’s official website sent out words of commendation to the left full back who is still in Nigeria in celebration of the AFCON victory.

    “We wish to congratulate Elderson on his Africa Cup of Nations success with the Super Eagles of Nigeria in South Africa,” the club said.

    Echijile featured in all of the matches played by the Super Eagles in South Africa and was on the score sheet against Mali in the semi-finals.

    He was however feared injured and had to be substituted in the finals against Burkina Faso after a clash with Paul Koulibaly in the 67th minute.

  • CAN, Okorocha, Fayemi, congratulate Onaiyekan

    The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha and his Ekiti State counterpart, Dr Kayode Fayemi, have joined other eminent Nigerians to congratulate the Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, John Onaiyekan on his appointment as a Cardinal by Pope Benedict XVI.

    CAN President Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor conveyed the association’s message in a letter to Onaiyekan.

    The letter reads: “It is with joy that I received the news of your appointment as a Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church by His Holiness, Pope Benedict XVI.

    “I am happy that this appointment has placed Nigeria on the world map of Christendom and that your fame now spans the globe.

    “I am particularly happy because of your current status as one of the ‘Cardinal electors’, a position which qualifies you to be among those to choose Pope Benedict’s successor. Remain blessed.

    “I pray that with this appointment, you will pursue with vigour those attributes that earned you this appointment.”

    Okorocha, in a statement by his Media Adviser Ebere Uzoukwa, said the appointment is a testimony that “Archbishop Onaiyekan clearly represents a dedicated and committed servant of God, whose exemplary devotion to the Catholic Church in Nigeria, has not gone unnoticed by the Vatican.

    “It also signifies the fact that God has not forsaken Nigeria and its people as something good can still be found in our dear country.

    “Archbishop Onaiyekan’s elevation is no doubt a blessing to Nigeria and Africa and we will remain grateful to God for his grace and mercy to us.

    “We pray God Almighty to grant the Cardinal the good health and wisdom to discharge his responsibilities as expected.”

    Fayemi noted that Onaiyekan’s elevation was a worthy recognition by Pope Benedict XVI.

    In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Yinka Oyebode, the governor described the elevation as a boost to Nigeria’s image in the international community.

    He said the cleric’s new status has lifted Nigeria in the realm of international religious diplomacy and the quest for understanding among the great religions of the world.

    Fayemi noted that the appointment is well-deserved given Onaiyekan’s dedication to duty and diligent service in the Roman Catholic Church in the last 40 years.

    The governor said the appointment has proved that Nigeria has men and women of integrity who can be entrusted with leadership positions locally and globally.

    He urged Onaiyekan to use his new position to rededicate himself to the service of God and humanity.

    Fayemi advised the new Cardinal to ensure unity in the Christendom and among followers of other religions as he used to do.

    The governor was confident that Onaiyekan would live up to the expectation of his new status, adding that he has never disappointed.

    He recalled that Onaiyekan had received plaudits as Catholic Bishop of Ilorin Diocese, Archbishop of Abuja Diocese and a former President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).

    Fayemi added that the new Cardinal ensured unity among Christians and Muslims during his tenure as CAN President.

    The governor congratulated Catholics, the Christian community and Nigerians for the recognition.