“Those that did not vote for Tinubu were more than those who voted”

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Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi breaks his silence about INEC‘s declaration of Tinubu as the winner of the 2023 presidential election. Ooni of Ife Recall that on the 1st of March, 2023, Bola Ahmed Tinubu was declared the winner of the 2023 presidential election by INEC. Many are still giving their opinions on the electoral process and Ooni has joined in. In a viral video, the King noted that the results of the election are very humbling. He further stated that the people who did not vote for Tinubu were more than those who voted and that it takes wisdom to understand what that means.

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He noted: “The people who didn’t vote for Tinubu are more than the people who voted for him and yet he was announced as the president of Nigeria” See post below;

“I say I no vote, make everybody getat” – Burna Boy lashes out

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Popular singer, Burna Boy has addressed Nigerians who are bashing for being involved in the electoral process.

It would be recalled that the ‘Last Last’ hit maker had explained the reason he was quite throughout the election despite his politically conscious songs. Amidst the backlash which has persisted, the musician has felt the need to address the matter once more. In a post on his Instagram page, Burna Boy said that he has never received money or other tangible gifts from any government. He said that all the good he has ever done for his country has always been from a place of love. According to him, he owes nobody anything, adding that he didn’t vote in the election and people should leave him alone. In his words: “I’ve never made money from any Nigerian government and I never took any house,land or money from any governor. I’ve never been appointed into any public office and I never intended to be. All the good I do for my country comes from my heart, pockets, Time and emotions.it’s not for social media validation and it’s definitely not because I owe anybody. I say I nor Vote. Make everybody getat.”

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Basket Mouth explains why he couldn’t vote

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Popular comedian Bright Okpocha known well as Basket Mouth has explained the reason why he couldn’t vote in the 2023 elections.

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According to Basket Mouth, he could cast his vote because shows outside of Nigeria and his international shows were planned a year before to secure a good venue. He added that he couldn’t come back to Nigeria to cast his vote because it would have caused him logistical hazards, hence his inability to vote in the presidential elections. HE WROTE: I HAVE ALWAYS SPOKEN UP ABOUT THE WRONGS IN THIS COUNTRY. IT’S QUITE UNFORTUNATE THAT I MISSED THE ELECTIONS THIS YEAR. HOWEVER, MY INTERNATIONAL SHOW ARE PLANNED ONE YEAR SO AS TO SECURE THE DATE AND VENUE. TO HAVE CHANGED MY DATE ON SUCH SHORT NOTICE WOULD HAVE BEEN A LOGISTICAL HAZARD NOT TO MYSELF BUT TO THE WHOLE CREW. ELECTIONS HAVE NOT ALWAYS BEEN IN FEBRUARY… HE CONTINUED. HE SAID: I AM PROUD OF EVERY NIGERIAN YOUTH FOR TAKING A STAND. THANK YOU TO MY TRUE FANS THAT UNDERSTOOD AND STILL CAME OUT FOR ME.

Lagos Police to investigate polling units where voters forced to vote APC

Lagos Police to investigate polling units where voters forced to vote APC

Lagos State Police Command has said that it would be investigating polling unit where voters were forced to vote candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Lagos Police to investigate polling units where voters forced to vote APC

The state police spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin made the announcement while reacting to a video which captured the moment a political thug told voters who won’t vote for the ruling party at a polling unit in Fehintola Giwa Street Aguda, Surulere, to go home. The unidentified man was heard saying “If you no fit vote APC for here, go your house. Nobody force you come here. I go come look am, if I see you vote another party, you go enter wahala.” Hundeyin who reacted to the video averred that the threat is criminal and against the Electoral Act 2022. He wrote; “This is totally criminal and against the Electoral Act, 2022. Investigation and prosecution will commence.” This is totally criminal and against the Electoral Act, 2022. Investigation and prosecution will commence. https://t.co/Qpo6rsVwkd — SP Benjamin Hundeyin (@BenHundeyin) February 25, 2023

Lagosian casts vote despite bloodied face (Video)

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Despite the reported violence and voter intimidation in Lagos and Borno during the largely peaceful presidential elections on Saturday, February 25, 2023, one determined Lagosian was not deterred from casting her vote despite a bloodied face. 2023 Elections: Lagosian casts vote despite bloodied face (Video) Just before noon, thugs attacked a polling unit in Lagos, using guns and stones to disperse the voters. A voter who had visited the Dipo Olubi polling unit in Surulere to exercise her civic duty was badly injured. According to an eyewitness account shared on Twitter by Femi Owen, the voter was bruised in the attack, and the polling unit was scattered. Nonetheless, two hours later, the injured woman returned to cast her vote, with blood still seeping through her bandaged face. This is the woman that was attacked She is still here casting our vote We will take our country back@aproko_doctor pic.twitter.com/DT1hx5jRK2 — Ernie (@ErnieFemiOwen) February 25, 2023

Why I willingly gave my support to vote for Peter Obi

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Actress cum politician Tonto Dikeh has pledged her support and vote to the Presidential Candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi.

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The nominated running mate to Tonte Ibraye, the 2023 governorship candidate of the African Democratic Party (ADC) in Rivers State, Tonto Dikeh took to her page to share a photo of Peter Obi to campaign for him ahead of the elections. Tonto Dikeh also encouraged the public to vote for a candidate with good qualities like competence, experience, and an excellent track record. Tonto took to her page and wrote; “The upcoming presidential election is one of the most important events in our country’s history. It will determine the future of our nation, and the person we choose to lead us will have a significant impact on our lives. Therefore, it is imperative that we carefully consider the qualifications of each candidate and choose someone who has the competence, experience, and an excellent track record. Therefore I hereby, willingly Give my Unsolicited support to vote rightly for Mr. Peter Obi in the up coming presidential election slated for 25th February 2023…”

Charles Inojie reacts to video of ladies vowing to vote Tinubu

Charles Inojie reacts to video of ladies vowing to vote Tinubu

Veteran Nollywood actor, Charles Inojie, has reacted to the viral video of a lady vowing to vote presidential hopeful, Asiwaju Tinubu, after receiving free bags of rice. In the video, the ladies vowed to cast their votes for Tinubu because he gave them free bags of rice.

They went on to mock Peter Obi, advising him to continue joking and claiming to be a ‘holy man’ while his mates are showing love to them. They further pledged their support to the former Lagos State governor. Speaking again, they described Tinubu as the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) while they displayed the small-sized bags of rice he gave them on the floor. Reacting, veteran actor, Charles Inojie took to the comment section to share his opinion. He wrote: “Dem don give u 3 Derica wey u go chop for the next 4 years.” See the post below:

Please vote Peter Obi – Angel Smith advises slay queens, states reason

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Big Brother Naija reality star Angel Smith has advised slay queens in Nigerians to vote for Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi.

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The 2023 general elections are fast approaching and many people have pledged their votes for one presidential candidate or another. One of the public figures who have also come out to pledge her support for a presidential candidate is the reality star, Angel Smith. According to her, it will be advisable for all slay queens in Nigeria to vote for Peter Obi. Angel is of the opinion that prices of goods and services have escalated hence the need to vote Peter Obi into power. She took to her Twitter page to advise slay queens by tweting; “Bad bitches please vote for Obi, one Nigerian vendor is selling pretty little thing crop top for 60k”.

 

Don’t vote with your conscience, vote wisely

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Nollywood actress and politician Tonto Dikeh has advised Nigerians to vote wisely and not with their conscience. tonto dikeh The Nigerian election is gradually getting closer as many have been seen on social media campaigning for their favorite to win. In the wake of campaigning for their favorite, Tonto Dikeh has advised Nigerians to vote wisely for the best candidate. According to the mother of one, most Nigerians do not have a conscience anymore so it would be better to vote for a better person who will lead the country well for the next 8 years for the growth of the country. She wrote on her Instagram page; “Telling Nigerians to vote with their conscience is the worst thing to do because normally, WE NO GET CONSCIENCE. I WOULD RATHER SAY VOTE WISELY BECAUSE the next 8 years of your life and the growth of this great country depends on your choice”

“Vote with your conscience” – Tacha warns residents as she hands out cash gifts to PVC owners (Video)

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Popular influencer, Anita Natacha Akide known simply as Tacha has advised Nigerians to vote for their conscience as she gives monetary rewards to PVC owners.

With the 2023 elections drawing nigh, the reality star launched a solo campaign to advise Nigerian on voting for whom they believe is their best choice and the importance of having their PVCs. In a video she shared, the brand Influencer and BBNaija star stormed the streets, approaching commuters and residents at random to inquire if they have their PVCs.

Those who were able to show theirs she gave some monetary rewards. Tacha noted that she isn’t giving money out just because she has a lot of it, but because she cares. She stressed the importance of keeping in mind that when one votes, one should realize that the vote isn’t for themselves but for their family as the consequence thereof affects everyone. Watch the video below: