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Suit No.: FCT/HC/CV/3257/2021 between Umoru E. Vincent  PDP Chairman Etsako East & Anor. v. Peoples Democratic Party came up today at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja for Judgment. The Court found that the two issues for determination formulated by the Defendant which differ from the questions contained in the Originating Summons are incompetent and were accordingly discountenanced.  On the issue of jurisdiction raised by the Defendant, the Court held that matters bordering on the interpretation and operation of the Constitution of a political party, especially where the party is alleged to have acted outside the provisions of the said Constitution, are within the jurisdiction of the Court.  On the merit of the case, the Court held that the electronic registration process introduced by the Defendant runs contrary to its Constitution as it imposes an additional requirement on the members of its party, both old and new. The Court also held that the...

Dr Ese Owie formally Picks EOI and Nomination Form for S enate, Edo South!!!!

By Elempe Dele It has become pertinent that we members of PDP always resort to the Party's Constitution for guidance especially as we are going towards a tensed era of LGA elections across the state. Whatever needs to be done in nomination of candidates must be done based on the constitution of the Party to avoid unnecessary litigation capable of nullifying the excercise.  *Chapter 8 of the Peoples Democratic Party as amended in 2017*  Nomination of Candidates for Election into Public Offices, Particularly on the Nomination of candidates for LGA elections such as chairmen and Councilors.  50(1) The National Executive Committee shall, subject to the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as ammended), the Electoral Art ( as ammended), and this Constitution, formulate guidelines and regulations for the nomination of candidates for election into public offices at all levels and shall be the choice candidates for the Party for any election an...

Hon, Barr. Paschal Ugbome, Ominimi 1 of the Universe is well prepared and ready to serve the good people of Afemailand with all humility and integrity.  He is not going to the red chamber to sleep like the ones currently representing Edo North Senatorial District almost eight years without attracting or influencing any meaningful projects, neither has he moved a bill to favour the common man in the streets in Edo North Senatorial District. Hon. Paschal Ugbome is going there to attract, influence infrastructural development and to represent the interests of the good people of Afemailand, if given the opportunity come 2023. Support and Nominate Hon, Barr. Paschal Ugbome, Ominimi 1 of the Universe to represent the good people of Edo North Senatorial District!!! Ominimi Media campaign Organization.

I received a loyal blessing from my village head Chief David Inetape and PDP Ward 8 Executive today 26 March 2022 in Udaba Ekperi, over my Councillorship aspiration in Ward 8 Etsako Central Local government ahead the forthcoming Edo Local Government Council Election. May God Almighty protect, guide and grant me my heart desires ahead  19th April 2022. Nominate and Support Comr, Ozimah Joseph Odemokpa for Councillorship to represent the good people of Ward 8 Etsako Central.

The Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC), on Thursday, released the timetable for election in the 18 local government areas of the state. The election, according to the commission, is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, April 19, 2022. The Chairman of EDSIEC, Justice James Oyomire (Rtd.), who stated this in the Notice of Election signed by the Commission’s Secretary, Peter.O. Ojo Esq., and made available to journalists in Benin City, said that the commission would meet with political parties on Monday, March 28, 2022. The Commission said the conduct of party primaries will be between March 30 and April 6, 2022, while the publication of notice of polls at the ward collation centres will be on April 11, 2022. It further noted that 7th April to 12th April, 2022, is scheduled for collection and submission of forms by political parties/submission of list of party agents, and Electioneering Campaign will commence on 12th April, 2022. EDSIEC said aspirants who are contesting elective...

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said his administration will continue to prioritize security, healthcare, education, quality infrastructure among others to improve the living standard of the people and ensure sustainable development. Obaseki gave the assurance when he received the executive members of Igbanke General Union Worldwide, who were on a courtesy visit at the Government House, Benin City. The governor, represented by his Chief of Staff, Osaigbovo Iyoha, hailed the group's collaboration with the state government in engendering development. He noted, "We thank this group for their commitment to developing the Igbanke Community as various projects that they have embarked on will make life better for the people. "We are a responsible government and embark on people-oriented projects that will change the lives of Edo people for good. I want to assure the group that the Governor Obaseki-led administration will support the group and the community knowin...