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Akwa Ibom Senatorial Rerun: Akpabio withdraws, Gives Reasons
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The Minister of Niger Delta Affairs , Godswill Akpabio, has withdrawn from the planned Akwa Ibom North -West senatorial rerun election.
The Minister, who was a former Senate minority leader, disclosed this in a letter addressed to the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress , Adams Oshiomhole .
He urged the party to write the Independent National Electoral Commission, in line with Sections 33 and 35 of the Electoral Act, 2010, and submit a replacement to run in his place.
He said, ” It is on the premise of the foregoing and particularly in line with the provisions of Section 35 of the Electoral Act, 2010 ( as amended ) that I want to formally and voluntarily withdraw my candidature as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress ( APC) for the forthcoming Court ordered Re- run Election for the Akwa lbom North – West Senatorial District.
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” It will be inappropriate in the circumstance and pursuant to Sections 33 and 35 of the Electoral Act , 2010 ( as amended ) for the party to immediately communicate this withdrawal to the Independent National Electoral Commission and forward to her the name of another candidate of the party to replace me at the Court ordered Rerun Election for the Akwa lbom North – West Senatorial District.”
Akpabio said he won’ t abandon a critical national assignment placed on him by President Muhammadu Buhari in pursuit of a rerun election, stressing that being Minister of Niger Delta Affairs is a
huge responsibility.
“ I have taken into consideration the critical national assignment bestowed on me by Mr . President which will be of immense importance to Nigerians and in particular the indigenes of the Niger Delta region and have resolved to remain as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to further discharge my contributions and services to our great fatherland”, he said.
Recall that the Court of Appeal had in November, ruled that a rerun election should be held in some parts of Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District .
Also recall that Akpabio had challenged the declaration of Senator Chris Ekpenyong of the Peoples Democratic Party as the winner of the February 23 rd election .
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‘Disgusting Abomination’ – Elon Musk Blasts Federal Spending Under Trump
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June 4, 2025By
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Elon Musk has criticised a major tax and spending bill backed by President Donald Trump, calling it a “disgusting abomination.”
The legislation, passed by the House of Representatives last month, includes trillions in tax breaks, boosts defence spending, and authorises a significant increase in government borrowing. Analysts estimate it will add about $600 billion to the federal deficit in the next fiscal year.
“I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore. This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination,” Musk posted on X. “Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong. You know it.”
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Musk’s comments came just one day before he stepped down as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a position he held for four months. His departure attracted attention due to his previously close ties with Trump.
A retweet from the X CEO account pushed back against claims of a falling out between the two, stating that Musk’s exit was due to his status as a Special Government Employee, limited to 130 days of service.
“In the coming days, legacy media will try to convince you that President Trump and Elon Musk are no longer friends and that’s why Musk left,” the post read. “What they won’t tell you is that Elon was a Special Government Employee, limited to 130 days of service and that term ends tomorrow.”
Speaking out before his resignation, Musk voiced disappointment with the bill, saying it increases the deficit and undermines the DOGE team’s efforts.
“I think a bill can be big, or it can be beautiful, but I don’t know if it can be both, in my personal opinion,” he said.
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Man City Agree Fee With AC Milan For Midfielder Reijnders
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Manchester City have agreed a deal with AC Milan for Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders — their first major signing of the summer transfer window, reports said Wednesday.
The deposed Premier League champions are set to pay 55 million euros ($63 million) for the 26-year-old, who is understood to have agreed a five-year contract, with the formalities yet to be finalised.
City hope to complete the deal for the Netherlands international in time for the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States, which kicks off on June 14.
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Reijnders joined AC Milan from AZ Alkmaar in 2023 and scored 15 goals for the Italian club in 2024/25.
He will boost Pep Guardiola’s midfield options following the departure of Kevin De Bruyne.
The veteran Belgium international is not expected to be involved at the Club World Cup, with a move to Serie A champions Napoli looking increasingly likely.
Midfielder Mateo Kovacic has been ruled out of the tournament after undergoing surgery on an Achilles injury.
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Pep Guardiola’s team endured a disappointing 2024/25 campaign, finishing third in the Premier League and failing to win a trophy for the first time in eight years.
Last week City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak admitted the club “probably should have been more aggressive” in the transfer market ahead of the campaign.
Guardiola’s men will travel to the expanded 32-team Club World Cup as defending champions after winning the competition under its previous guise in Saudi Arabia two years ago.
They open their campaign against Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca in Philadelphia on June 18.
The transfer window is open until June 10 to accommodate clubs wanting to sign players for the Club World Cup. It reopens on June 16.
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Tinubu Hosts Gov Adeleke, Deji Adeleke, Davido In Lagos
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June 4, 2025By
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President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday evening received the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, at his private residence in Ikoyi, Lagos.
Governor Adeleke was accompanied by his elder brother, renowned businessman and philanthropist, Chief Adedeji Adeleke, as well as his nephew, internationally acclaimed Afrobeat musician, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido.
The visit was disclosed by the Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, who shared the development via his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, @DOlusegun.
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“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu receives in audience, H.E. Ademola Adeleke, the Executive Governor of Osun State, and Chief Adedeji Adeleke at his residence in Lagos,” Olusegun wrote.
While the details of the closed-door meeting were not made public, sources described the encounter as cordial and indicative of President Tinubu’s ongoing efforts to engage with leaders and key figures across party lines.
Governor Adeleke, a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has in recent times commended the President’s governance style, particularly his emphasis on national unity over partisanship.
Chief Adedeji Adeleke is widely recognized for his contributions to business and education, while Davido’s presence drew significant attention online, with many observers viewing it as a symbolic moment reflecting intergenerational and bipartisan dialogue.
The visit comes amid a wave of political consultations nationwide, although there is no official indication that the meeting was connected to the 2027 electoral cycle.
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