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2023: Northern Movement adopts ADC as third force to oust APC, PDP
Nasiru Yusuf
Ahead of the 2023 general elections, a movement under the auspices of Northwest Conscience Forum for a better Nigeria, says it has adopted African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the third force to oust the ruling All Progressive Congress, APC and People’s Democratic Party, PDP.
KANO FOCUS reports that the movement in a communique issued by its coordinator, Salisu Mubarak after a brainstorming session held in Kano, said the duo of APC and PDP have run short of ideas hence the need for a third force to salvage the country.
Mubarak said it believed that the ADC will provide a platform for a merger of several political parties to take over power in 2023 and begin the work of rebuilding the beleaguered country.
According to him, “We believe it is time to save Nigeria out of the present political, economic and social doldrums, as the two major political parties in the political climate have failed the people.
“It is also apparent that the present crop of leadership are absolutely clueless and totally bereft of ideas hence, the reasons for all manners of abnormalities which point to the fact that Nigeria State is not just falling by the day, but that it has failed completely to meet the yearning and aspirations of the people.
“We however resolved to adopt ADC to work towards building a ‘mega party’ that will provide platform through a merger of several political parties to take power in 2023 and begin the work of rebuilding the beleaguered country.
“We also resolved to make ADC to be a force for the emergence of true democracy in Nigeria and to the role of belief, compassion and ideas in nation building by shunning what they described as “food-is ready” and divisive ethnocentric politics.
“ADC as the third Force will change the political status quo created by the two major parties, APC and PDP which have failed Nigerians and made the country poverty capital of the world, 4, 200 megawatts of electricity for 200 million people, 33 percent unemployment, terrorism and cheaper Naira to the Dollar.
“As stakeholders, we are assembling groups of individuals working towards the emergence of a third force in the Nigerian political space.
“Millions of our countrymen and women are tired of the failure of traditional politics and are waiting eagerly for the emergence of such a platform and we are pleased to announce today that ADC as a political party will rebirth hope in nigerians,” Mubarak stated.
The Northern movement however commended President Muhammadu Buhari for signing the electoral bill into law saying, though it came very late but it is still far better than when declined.
“The act is commendable at any rate as we believe and hope that history will bring a lot of significant visible changes in our entire electoral space,” Mubarak however stated.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Director General of the Telecommunications Regulatory Board (ART) of the Republic of Cameroon, Philemon Zoo Zame, on Wednesday visited the headquarters of the [Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in Abuja for a benchmarking exercise aimed at strengthening regulatory collaboration and knowledge sharing between both countries.
KANO FOCUS reports that during the visit, the Cameroonian telecom regulator met with the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NCC, Aminu Maida.
A statement issued by Ayiabari A. Kigbara, Manager, Media Relations, Public Affairs Department of the NCC, said the engagement focused on exchanging ideas and best practices in telecommunications regulation, with emphasis on enhancing efficiency and development within the sector.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited has announced that its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) remains unchanged, reaffirming its commitment to stability in Nigeria’s domestic energy market.
In a statement issued by Esan Sunday, Head of Media Relations, Branding and Communication, the company said sustaining the current price reflects its efforts to cushion the broader economy against external shocks. It noted that by absorbing prevailing cost pressures, the refinery is helping to moderate inflationary risks, promote energy affordability, and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply amid ongoing global uncertainties.
The company reiterated its dedication to the steady supply of high-quality petroleum products to the Nigerian market, while aligning with national objectives of price stability and energy security.
It also urged the public to rely solely on official communications from the refinery for accurate and up-to-date information regarding its operations and pricing.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo on his emergence as the Deputy Governor of Kano State following his swearing-in on Tuesday.
KANO FOCUS reports that Garo was sworn in by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf after being nominated to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former deputy governor, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Garo’s appointment as a positive step toward strengthening unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State.
The President noted that the 48-year-old politician has held several public offices, including Chairman of Kabo Local Government Area and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs during the administration of former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. He also served as the APC governorship running mate in the 2023 general elections.
Tinubu commended Governor Yusuf for the appointment, urging political stakeholders in the state to rally behind the administration to ensure stability and progress.
He also called on the new deputy governor to work closely with the governor in delivering effective leadership and accelerating development in Kano State.
The President wished Garo success in his new role.
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