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Ohanaeze: Obasanjo, South-East Govs, Other Prominent Nigerians To Attend Iwuanyanwu’s Burial Ceremony

Top Stories Tamfitronics Prominent Nigerians, including former President Olusegun Obasanjo and South-East governors, have confirmed their attendance at the burial of the late President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu.

Naija News reports that the burial is scheduled for November 1 at his hometown in Attah, Imo State.

The Head of the Burial Planning Committee, Senator Ben Obidisclosed that respected figures such as Yoruba leader, Come on Adebanjo and other national stakeholders would be present to honour the late politician and businessman.

Obi, represented by Prof. Ike IkechukwuChairman of the Media Sub-committee, emphasized that preparations and outreach to key dignitaries were underway.

He stated, We have continued with the needed sensitization of respected elder statesmen and women, as well stakeholders friends and well-wishers within and outside the country.

The South-East governors, in their last meeting, reaffirmed their resolve to give our leader the befitting and dignified exit rites he deserves.

This is in addition to the support of national stakeholders and a Diaspora community that is currently organizing and projecting other activities in honour of Ahaejiagamba.

As indicated in our earlier exchanges with the media, the series of activities lined up for this purpose will end with his final interment on the 1st of November, 2024.

Obasanjo Exposes Cabals Working Against Success of Dangote Refinery

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A former President of the country, Olusegun Obasanjo, has said that sinister forces are working against the success of the $20 billion Dangote Refinery.

Obasanjo made the remark in a recent interview with the Financial Times.

According to Obasanjo, powerful cabals in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector are determined to frustrate the refinery’s progress because it threatens their lucrative business of importing refined petrol.

“Aliko’s investment in a refinery, if it goes well, should encourage both Nigerians and non-Nigerians to invest in Nigeria.

“If those who are selling or supplying refined products for Nigeria feel that they will lose the lucrative opportunity, they will also make every effort to get him frustrated,” Obasanjo said.

He added, “I believe we made a very, very deadly mistake. We put all our eggs in one basket of oil. We even ignored gas. We were flaring gas, which is a very important commodity

“We ignored agriculture, which should have been the centrepiece of our economic development.”

The former president’s warning comes at a time when the Dangote Refinery is grappling with a crisis in crude oil supply.

Despite President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive last week to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to sell crude to Dangote Refinery and other local refineries in Naira, the refinery’s challenges persist.

Obasanjo congratulates Rwandan President, Kagame on re-election

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Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo has described the re-election of President Paul Kagame of Rwanda as an affirmation of trust and confidence reposed in him.

Obasanjo made this disclosure in a congratulatory message released by his Special Assistant on Media, Kehinde Akinyemi, to newsmen on Friday.

In the congratulatory letter, the former Chairman of the African Union (AU) congratulated and rejoiced with the re-elected Rwandan President for securing the new mandate of the people to lead the country for another term.

The letter, signed by Obasanjo, reads: “I have just received the happy news of Your Excellency’s resounding victory in the Presidential election that was held in your country on July 15, 2024. Permit me to congratulate and rejoice with you on your securing the mandate of your people to lead the country for another term.

“Your Excellency’s re-election is, no doubt, an affirmation of the trust and confidence, which the generality of your countrymen repose in your ability to continue to steer the ship of State aright through your vision and leadership qualities, which, no doubt, will further strengthen the peace, security and prosperity of your country.

“While praying for Your Excellency’s continued good health to enable you consolidate and build upon the good results so far achieved, please accept, Mr. President and Dear Brother, the assurances of my highest consideration.”

BREAKING: Obasanjo Announces Again For Unique Political Celebration, Leaving PDP Within the support of

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Worn Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has emphasised his withdrawal from active involvement in partisan politics. He unequivocally stated that the Peoples Democratic Celebration (PDP) now belongs to his past, signaling his disengagement from party politics.…CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE

The announcement came at some level of the unveiling ceremony of the VIP hotel at the Osun Explain government condo in Osogbo on Sunday. Whereas turning in his remarks, Obasanjo lauded the efforts of Osun Explain Governor, Ademola Adeleke, in fostering unity interior the PDP and amongst its participants within the advise.

Expressing his perception within the significance of unity interior the party, Obasanjo remarked, “What I surely possess witnessed at some level of my protect here within the past three days is commendable. I had beforehand reached out to you advising that whereas you journey the political dance, be hump that your level of curiosity remains on governance and progress.”

Acknowledging his past association with the party, he noteworthy essentially the most up-to-the-minute efforts made by Governor Adeleke in convening a gathering with party leaders, including Senator Olu Alabi, Alhaji Fatai Akinbade, and former Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola. Obasanjo wired the significance of inclusivity, urging the governor to possess interplay all stakeholders for the collective advantage of the party, the advise, and the nation at dapper.

Obasanjo’s declaration underscores his commitment to political neutrality whereas endorsing a cooperative advance towards governance and party affairs.