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#ImoDecides2023: Final results as announced by INEC (LIVE UPDATES)

View this email in your browser Headlines #ImoDecides2023: Official results from local govts (LIVE UPDATES) The final announcement of results for each local government will be announced at the INEC collation centre in the local government. Read More We are expanding our newsletter offering and would like to know what newsletters you, our loyal readers, would be interested in receiving from PREMIUM TIMES. Kindly fill in this survey. It should take no longer than five (5) minutes to complete. Thank you! KogiDecides2023: INEC suspends election in some areas INEC cites incidents of pre-filling of result sheets in five local government areas of Kogi State, but specifically announced the suspension of the election in nine wards of a local government. #BayelsaDecides2023: Polling Unit results (LIVE UPDATES) About 1 million voters who collected their PVCs are eligible to vote in the 2,242 polling units spread across the eight local government areas of Bayelsa State on Saturday. Participate in Premium Times weekly quiz. Expires Today!!! #ImoDecides2023: Results from Polling Units (LIVE UPDATES) A total of 18 candidates are taking part in the election including incumbent governor Hope Uzodinma of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Most Recent Stories #ImoDecides2023: Uzodinma in early lead as APC wins in nine LGAs Imo State has 27 Local governments and Governor Uzodinma has so far won in one-third of the local government areas in the state. Read More #ImoDecides2023: PDP candidate wins in Rochas Okorocha's polling unit Mr Okorocha, who cast his vote in the polling unit earlier on Saturday, governed the state between 2011 and 2019 under the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). He defected to the APC during his second term in office (2013). EXCLUSIVE: CBN orders staff to declare links with politically exposed persons All CBN staff are also obliged to declare close relatives in the employment of the Bank. Kogi, Imo, Bayelsa polling units results fill IRev portal with speed The speed with which the results from the three off-cycle governorship elections are being uploaded to the IReV portal is in sharp contrast with the almost total collapse of the platform during the 25 February general elections. #BayelsaDecides2023: Kidnapped INEC official freed – Official The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Bayelsa says its Supervisory Presiding Officer (SPO), abducted on Friday, has regained his freedom. Annual Banking Report - Measuring Banks' Resilience Videos #KogiDecides2023: How I was arrested, detained on election day – Governorship Candidate Business How Nigeria can maximise its digital technology potential – Experts "As we use policies to encourage entrepreneurs, we are helping the country capture value by driving more local domiciliation of our start-ups." Shettima excited as Access Bank offers N70bn loans to MSMEs Access Bank is offering N30 billion discounted loans to 700,000 Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), in support of the Tinubu administration's agenda for job creation and the growth of the MSME space. Editorial cartoon of the day Arts and Entertainment Mummy Calm Down: Mother of famous boy Oreofeoluwa reportedly commits suicide The viral video caught the attention of the governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos. After that viral video, young Lawal landed a cameo role in Kunle Afolayan's 'Swallow' movie. Flashback: 'Mark of the Hawk', 1957 Hollywood film shot in Enugu Part of the scenes were shot in the Premier's Lodge. For that, the then Premier of the Eastern Region, Nnamdi Azikiwe, had to vacate the house for them for a few days. Opinion Femi Otedola as Peter "the Rock" of philanthropy, By Osmund Agbo Femi's middle name, Peter, holds an intriguing prescience in the narrative of his life and his ascent as a philanthropic powerhouse. Like the biblical figure Peter, known as the rock upon which the Christian church was built, Otedola's journey through wealth and giving also mirrors the establishment of a firm foundation for positive change. On Judgement Day, I will say, I stood for humanity, By Owei Lakemfa …to Daisy, Vincent and Inoyo, I can only say: congratulations for daring to stand out from the crowd. So far, you have inspired others in your callings. However, the road to the end is still far. Keep doing good. More rewards are on the way. Never give up. Don't get tired. Promoted Kenyan court clears Flutterwave of wrongdoing, says prosecution absurd, reckless The court criticized the ARA for its hasty legal action against Flutterwave, citing a lack of proper investigation and deeming it reckless and absurd Xiaomi's year-end delight: Redmi 13C unveiled as the ultimate ember season gift With a powerful arsenal of features and an exquisite design, Redmi 13C is poised to be the ultimate gift for this ember season. Maduka University approved for takeoff: Academic session commences 23 Nov 2023 [Apply now] Following the receipt of final course approvals from the regulatory body, the university is proud to offer all 19 programmes and continues its commitment to providing quality education. Sports Four matches to watch this weekend Chelsea hope to cause Guardiola's team problems in the Premier League as Pillars stake excellent home form against NPFL defending champions Enyimba 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Questionable call-ups in Peseiro's 23-man Eagles' squad Peseiro has invited 23 players, which does not include Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, and Samuel Chukwueze, as the Eagles begin their 2026 World Cup qualifiers Fact Checker True! Low voter turnout in Imo CLAIM: A video shared by Facebook user @ONYII NWA IMO claimed that Imo voters have resorted to staying indoors as only a few people are at different polling units in Owerri, the state capital. Old photo used to claim electoral violence in Bayelsa CLAIM: Using an image to corroborate his claim, an X user, @DEMAN004, tweeted that armed thugs recently invaded polling units in Bayelsa, in which they hijacked election materials and threatened voters and INEC officials. Health ANALYSIS: Navigating the complex terrain of China-Africa debt relations China isn't the main cause of Africa's debt crisis, but concerns about transparency and collateral agreements cannot be ignored. NAFDAC issues warning alert on highly caffeinated energy drinks sold online NAFDAC says the consumption of products containing high levels of caffeine could cause headaches, insomnia, irritability, and nervousness. Read our Top Stories From Last Week Doctors amputate Mr Ibu's leg Barely a month after he made a passionate appeal, Mr Ibu's worst fears have come to pass. INTERVIEW: Why I dumped my law degree for bodyguarding – Kelvin Power, Kizz Daniel's bodyguard "I see Kizz Daniel as my 'wife' and everything, so I guard passionately and zealously. Maybe that was what inspired the trending video on social media. So when I am out with him, whatever happens, it is on God." Terrorists kill several travellers along federal highway Mr Bolarin said her body was discovered on Sunday morning after members of her church went to her home because she did not attend the church service. Nigeria, The Bahamas to sign visa waiver agreement The purpose of the proposed agreement between Nigeria and The Bahamas is to facilitate the entry of citizens of both countries who are holders of valid diplomatic and official passports, into their respective countries. Wike hosts Rivers' National Assembly caucus, restates conditions for peace with Gov Fubara Mr Wike restated the condition to maintain peace with Rivers State governor, Mr Fubara, while hosting members of the Rivers State caucus in the National Assembly on Thursday. Copyright © 2023 PremiumTimes, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: newsletter@premiumtimesng.com Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.