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Vision 2021: ‘I’ll Deliver Dividend Of Democracy In Esan S’East’ – Imhandegbelo

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5 years ago

November 25, 2020

A young business magnet in Esan South East Local Government Area of Edo State, Mr. Louis Imhandegbelo, has said that he’s poised in delivering dividend of democracy to his people and running an open door policy even as the local government prepare for change of leadership in 2021.

Mr Imhandegbelo, who disclosed this on Wednesday in Benin during a chat with Info Daily, decried the abandonment of the local government by previous administration and stressed the need for the people to elect progressive minds like him to move the local government to a greater heights.

He said he wish to set a precedent that when he leaves office, people will be scared to step in due to the legacy and huge achievements he will be leaving behind, which according to him will be difficult to build on by just anybody.

Mr.Imhandegbelo, also known as Mr. Success noted that he’s poised in making Esan South East Local Area an enviable one amongst committee of councils if given the opportunity to serve.

Mr. Louis Imhandegbelo, chairmanship aspirant, Esan South East Local Government Council

While stating that he will set an example in the history of democracy if given the opportunity to lead his people, the business mogul noted that the main purpose of leadership is to serve and not to acquire wealth to self.

“I have this belief that the reason why the electorate elect anyone into an office is to deliver them the dividend of democracy. They expect you to bring them succor and proffer solution to most of the challenges facing them.

“I know this, and I have taken into cognizance this particular point. I have come to deliver the real dividend of democracy to my people in Esan South East. I have been trying my best as an individual in giving them some social amenities, but I believe if given the opportunity to hold a public office I will be able to do more,” he said.

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Naira Records First Depreciation Against US Dollar Across Official, Black FX Markets

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16 minutes ago

November 28, 2025

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The naira dropped for the first time on Thursday across official and parallel foreign exchange markets.

The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed that the Naira depreciated slightly to N1,443.90 against the dollar on Thursday, down from N1,442.92.

This means that the Naira weakened marginally by N0.98 against the dollar on a day-to-day basis.

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JUST IN: EFCC Summons Ex-AGF Malami For Questioning

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2 hours ago

November 28, 2025

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has invited former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami for questioning.

Malami announced the development on his Facebook page on Friday, confirming that he had received a formal invitation from the anti-graft agency.

“I would like to inform my family and friends that I have been summoned by the EFCC to provide clarification on certain matters, and as a law-abiding and patriotic citizen, I am determined to honour this invitation without any hesitation,” he wrote.

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Senate Confirms New FCC Chairman, Approves 37 Commissioners

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15 hours ago

November 27, 2025

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The Senate on Thursday confirmed Hon. Ayo Omidiran, a former member of the House of Representatives, as the Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC).

At the same time, 37 commissioners representing the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) were approved.

The confirmation followed the adoption of the report by the Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-Governmental Affairs, presented by Chairman Senator Allwell Heacho Onyesoh.

He informed the Senate that all nominees had successfully passed thorough screenings, submitted required documents—including Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) clearances, police reports, DSS vetting, and curriculum vitae—and had no criminal petitions filed against them.

The Senate conducted a state-by-state review in the Committee of the Whole, which was adopted when lawmakers returned to plenary.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio, addressing the chamber after the unanimous confirmation, urged the appointees to serve with dedication and uphold public trust.

“Go and serve in the interest of the nation. I congratulate all the nominees and wish them a successful tenure,” he said.

Notable appointees include Peter Ogbonna Eze (Enugu State) and AbdulWasiu Kayode Bawa-Allah (Lagos State), while Mohammed Musa was retained as Secretary of the Commission.

Other confirmed commissioners are: Obinna Oriaku (Abia); Lawal Ya’u Roni (Jigawa); Abubakar Atiku Bunu (Kebbi); Eludayo Eluyemi (Osun); Bema Olvadi Madayi (Adamawa); Dora Ebong (Akwa Ibom); Nnoli Nkechi Gloria (Anambra); Babangida Adamu Gwana (Bauchi); Sir Tonye Okio (Bayelsa); Aligba Eugene Tarkende (Benue); Engr. Modu Mustapha (Borno); Dr. Stella Odey Ekpo (Cross River); Ederin Lovette Idisi (Delta); Barr. Nwokpor Vincent Nduka (Ebonyi); Hon. Victor Sabor Edoror (Edo); Hon. Sola Fokanle (Ekiti); Ibrahim Baba Mairiga (Gombe); Hon. Jerry Alagbaoso (Imo); Ruth Jumai Ango (Kaduna); Muhammad Awwal Nayya (Kano); Hon. Anas Isah (Katsina); Bello Idris Eneye (Kogi); Dr. Ibrahim Abdullahi (Kwara); Alh. Isah Jibrin (Niger); Comrade Ajimudu Bola (Ondo); Prince Ayodeji Aleshinloye (Oyo); Hon. Pam Bolman (Plateau); Aaron Chukwuemeka (Rivers); Alh. Aminu Tambar (Sokoto); Bobboi Bala Kaigama (Taraba); Hon. Jibir Maigari (Yobe); Sani Garba (Zamfara); and Solomon Ayuba Dagami (FCT).

The Senate expressed confidence that the newly confirmed FCC leadership will enhance the commission’s capacity to promote equitable representation across Nigeria’s public institutions.