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Nigeria: Groups Urge Central Bank Chief Godwin Emefiele to Join Race for Presidency

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By Derrick Bangura.

The Mass Interest Project (TMIP) and The Youth For Transparency Initiative (TYTI) have both called on Godwin Emefiele, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), to run for President in 2023.

The Mass Interest Project has asked Emefiele to enter the presidential election in 2023 by throwing his hat in the ring.
TMIP said in a statement titled “The Charge 2023” released over the weekend that the country’s next president should be an experienced entrepreneur or business leader and that the person best suited to take over the mantle of leadership in the country was none other than CBN Governor.

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In a statement issued yesterday in Kaduna, President of the TYTI, Koko Umar, said the CBN governor was one of the great Nigerians who had proved competence and capacity in public service and should be trusted with the country’s leadership.

According to the group, Emefiele’s accomplishments as governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria qualify him to run for president in 2023.
“The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Dr. Godwin Emefiele, is one of the great Nigerians who has contributed to the country’s progress,” the group said.

“As expected, there is already tension across the country,” according to TMIP. Nigerians are beginning to feel the heat as political gladiators take to the hustings, refining their skill to know how to play the game with merciless efficiency, from East to West, North to South.

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“These are men and women who are specialists in political trickery, intimidation, and blackmail, as well as the acts of violence, which they readily use to extract retribution or force conformity to their will and want.”
“They’re also good at making promises they can’t keep or don’t have the resources to back up.” They have ruled the coast since the First Republic, Second Republic, Third Republic, and the Fourth Republic, and have continued to do so until the current political dispensation.
“On our journey to greatness, we, the people, work to create the Nigeria of our dreams!” We march, defending the vision and liberty to build the Nigeria we believe in, not as career politicians, but as citizens with an equal stake in this Republic.

“Yes, we’re on the move, looking for our country’s future leader.” We’ve identified a man who has a demonstrated track record of devotion, patriotism, and appreciation of the importance of long-term growth. A man whose name implies a meeting with fate.

“Godwin Ifeanyichukwu” (Godwin Ifeanyichukwu) Would you like to lead our people on this march for a better Nigeria, Emefiele? Would you like to take the helm of The Charge 2023?
Similarly, the TYTI stated that since his appointment as governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria in 2014, Emefiele has worked tirelessly to establish a solid financial system that would help the country’s economy grow.

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“His tireless efforts at the central bank have aided the Nigerian economy in navigating turbulent economic hurdles to growth and inclusion in policy formation and implementation.”
“Under Emefiele, the (CBN) is more people-oriented, with policies and programs geared toward assisting small businesses and job development. Under his tenure, the CBN implemented a number of initiatives aimed at boosting the economy, creating jobs, and pulling people out of poverty. Under his leadership, the CBN established 37 intervention funds aimed at boosting the economy and reducing unemployment.

“Through development finance initiatives, the bank granted N756.51 billion to 3,734,938 smallholder farmers, with N120.24 billion extended to 627,051 farmers under the Anchor Borrowers’ Programme (ABP) for the 2021 Wet Season,” the organization stated.
According to the organization, this has revolutionized rice production in Nigeria, saving the country about N356 billion in annual rice importation costs, which had previously harmed local production.
“The rice pyramid, which was recently displayed in Abuja, is proof that we have broken the rice importation chains,” it stated.
The statement also praised Emefiele’s work on the National Youth Investment Fund (NYIF), which saw the CBN distribute N3.0 billion to 7,057 beneficiaries, including 4,411 individuals and 2,646 SMEs.

“Under the Creative Industry Financing Initiative, N3.22 billion was disbursed to 356 beneficiaries spanning the movie production, distribution, software development, fashion, and IT verticals” (CIFI)

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“The CBN also disbursed N923.41 billion to 251 real sector projects under the N1.0 trillion Real Sector Facility, of which 87 were in light manufacturing, 40 in agro-based industry, 32 in services, and 11 in mining.”
Under the bank’s Healthcare Sector Intervention Facility, the CBN disbursed N98.41 billion for 103 health projects (HSIF).
“These are only a few of Emefiele’s many accomplishments during his seven years at the top bank.
“His substantial support for the Nigerian economy through the use of intervention money to stimulate growth is commendable.

“He has proven to be a dedicated and committed public servant with a track record that will go down in history.”

It is for this reason that the TYTI is pleading with Emefiele to run for president in 2023.”

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The group urged the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to nominate Emefiele as the best candidate for the presidency in 2023, stating that “Emefiele is the best because he has exhibited competence and capacity that qualifies him to be President of Nigeria.”
Several organisations have been calling for the CBN governor’s declaration of interest in the 2023 presidential election for the past several weeks, claiming that the country has reached a point when technocrats are needed to take over the reins of power and shepherd it out of its current dilemma.

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Akpabio Hails Okpebholo’s Supreme Court Victory, Calls It Triumph of Democracy

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President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated Governor Monday Okpebholo on his affirmation as the duly elected governor of Edo State by the Supreme Court, describing the ruling as a “triumph of democracy and the will of the people.”

Akpabio, in a statement personally signed and released on Friday in Abuja, applauded the apex court’s decision, saying it validated the mandate freely given to Okpebholo in the September 2024 gubernatorial election.

“What the apex court in the land has done is to affirm the will and wishes of the overwhelming majority of the people of Edo State. It shows that the election was transparent, free and fair,” Akpabio stated.

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He added that, “The declaration by the Supreme Court in favour of Sen. Okpebholo against Mr Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has proven that elections are won at the ballot and by people who have identified with the grassroots.”

The Senate President said the judgment reaffirms the strength of Nigeria’s democratic institutions and the popularity of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State.

“This judgment has again reaffirmed the fact that democracy is at play and the people of Edo have wholeheartedly embraced the All Progressives Congress (APC) and popularly elected their preferred choice of Senator Okpebholo as their governor,” he said.

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According to Akpabio, the ruling not only confirms Okpebholo’s mandate but also “paves the way for him to continue delivering exceptional service to the good people of Edo.”

He praised the governor’s performance in the past seven months, expressing confidence in his capacity to deliver more during his four-year tenure.

“My distinguished brother, His Excellency Senator Monday Okpebholo, on behalf of my family and constituents, the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I extend my warmest congratulations to you and the wonderful people of Edo on this landmark victory at the Supreme Court.

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“I wish you success and I assure you of the Senate’s support and collaboration in ensuring the state’s progress and development.

“Congratulations once again, Gov Okpebholo. I look forward to a robust working relationship with you,” Akpabio added.

In a unanimous decision, a five-member panel of the Supreme Court led by Justice Mohammed Garba dismissed the appeal filed by the PDP candidate, Mr Asue Ighodalo, for lacking merit.

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The apex court upheld the earlier rulings of the Court of Appeal and the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, both of which declared Okpebholo of the APC as the valid winner of the election.

The court ruled that the appellant failed to provide credible and admissible evidence to support claims of electoral malpractice, including over-voting and substantial non-compliance with the Electoral Act.

It further held that the PDP candidate failed to call relevant witnesses to back up some of the evidence he tendered, particularly those involving the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS).

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Some of the documents presented, the court noted, were simply “dumped” on the tribunal without demonstrating the alleged irregularities in 432 of the 4,519 polling units across the state.

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NELFUND Begins Upkeep Payments to Over 3,600 Students After Bank Detail Update

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NELFUND Disburses Over N20bn in Student Loans, Assures Transparency

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has commenced the disbursement of upkeep payments to students who successfully updated their bank account details from digital wallets to commercial bank accounts.

This was announced in a statement released on Friday in Abuja by the Director of Strategic Communications of the Fund, Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi.

Oluwatuyi described the development as a significant breakthrough in addressing earlier disbursement delays.

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“Over 3,600 students, who previously registered with digital-only banking platforms, have now successfully received their backlog of upkeep payments after updating their details to conventional commercial bank accounts on the NELFUND portal,” she stated.

“We appreciate the patience and understanding of all affected students during this period. Your resilience and cooperation have made this progress possible,” she added.

The NELFUND spokesperson advised students who have yet to update their bank details to raise a support ticket via the official NELFUND portal to request access for the update.

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She further urged affected students to report through the IT office of their respective institutions, which would compile and forward all related cases to NELFUND for prompt resolution.

“NELFUND remains committed to ensuring that no eligible student is left behind. This resolution process is part of our broader effort to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and student-centered delivery of our support services,” she said.

Oluwatuyi encouraged students to continue engaging only through official NELFUND channels and to assist their peers who may need help navigating the update process.

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She also provided contact options for inquiries, stating that the fund can be reached via email at info@nelf.gov.ng or through its official social media handles: X (formerly Twitter) @nelfund; Instagram @nelfund; and Facebook & LinkedIn: Nigerian Education Loan Fund – NELFUND.

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Akwa Ibom APC Gears Up to Receive President Tinubu as Governor Umo Eno Joins Party

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom State has announced its readiness to host President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other top party leaders as it officially welcomes Governor Umo Eno into its ranks.

Speaking at a press briefing in Uyo on Friday, APC chieftain and former presidential aide, Senator Ita Enang, disclosed that the party was fully prepared to receive the president, Vice President Kashim Shettima, APC National Chairman, and governors elected on the party’s platform for the historic reception.

Governor Umo Eno had on June 6 formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC, in a move widely described as a political game-changer in Akwa Ibom.

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Enang, a former Special Assistant to the President on National Assembly and Niger Delta Affairs, said the governor’s defection had effectively aligned the state with the central government.

He assured Governor Eno and his supporters that the APC would embrace them wholeheartedly and honour all agreements reached.

“As progressives, we shall work with the governor and his supporters to ensure that they fit into the party without hitches,” Enang stated. “We will also work with them to align programmes of the state government with the ideals and manifesto of the party.”

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He further described the governor’s move as a “merger” that promises significant benefits for Akwa Ibom and its citizens.

The planned reception is expected to mark a major political event in the state, signaling a realignment of forces ahead of future elections.

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