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APC Declares Plateau Senatorial, Reps Primary Winners

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May 19, 2026

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially declared the winners of its Plateau State primary elections for the Senate and House of Representatives ahead of the forthcoming general elections.

Announcing the results on behalf of the party’s electoral committee, the Chairman of the Plateau State APC Primary Election Committee, Stella Okotete, unveiled the successful candidates who emerged across the various federal constituencies and senatorial districts in the state.

According to the committee, the APC House of Representatives candidates include Beni Lar for Langtang North/Langtang South Federal Constituency, Joe Dashi for Shendam, Qua’anpan, Mikang Constituency, and Ishaya Lalu for Mangu/Bokkos Federal Constituency.

Others are Yusuf Adamu Gagdi for Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency, Idris Wase for Wase Federal Constituency, and Dachung Musa Bagos representing, Jos South/Jos East Federal Constituency, Dalyop Fom, Barkin Ladi/Riyom Federal Constituency.

For the senatorial districts, the committee declared Simon Bako Lalong as the APC candidate for Plateau South Senatorial District, David Bitrus Barji for Plateau Central Senatorial District, and Simon Mwadkwon for Plateau North Senatorial District.

Speaking after the announcement, Okotete commended the Governor of Plateau State, the APC state leadership, party stakeholders, delegates, and supporters for their cooperation and peaceful conduct throughout the exercise.

She described the primaries as successful and praised aspirants for demonstrating maturity, discipline, and commitment to the unity of the party.

“The APC is the ultimate winner of this exercise. While one person may emerge as candidate, every aspirant remains a valuable stakeholder in our collective victory,” she stated.

Okotete also appreciated the APC National Chairman and members of the National Working Committee for entrusting the committee with the responsibility of conducting the primaries.

She urged party members to remain united and focused ahead of the general elections, stressing that a united APC would remain an unstoppable political force in Plateau State and across Nigeria.

The APC committee chairman further prayed for continued peace and success for Plateau State, the ruling party, and the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

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2027: Peter Obi, Kwankwaso meet NDC governorship candidates in Abuja

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35 minutes ago

August 10, 2026

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The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, and his running mate, Rabi’u Kwankwaso, on Monday met with some governorship candidates of the party.

This is contained in a statement posted on the party’s verified X handle on Monday.

The statement said the party leaders discussed strategies ahead of the 2027 general elections.

According to the statement, the leaders also assessed readiness for the elections and emphasised coordinated campaigns, designed to deliver victory for its candidates at every level.

It added that the high-level meeting had in attendance the NDC governorship candidates for Bauchi State, Ibrahim Kashim; Sokoto State, Shamsu Aliyu; and Borno State, Sunusi Kashim Ibrahim.

Others present in the meeting included Buba Galadima, NDC State Chairmen of Kebbi and Sokoto, Alhaji Mustapha Umar and Alhaji Bello Sani Yabo respectively, among other leaders.

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NSPPD Convener Pastor Jerry Eze Joins Heirs Life Assurance Board

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37 minutes ago

August 10, 2026

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BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—Heirs Life Assurance on Monday announced the appointment of Pastor Jerry Eze as an Independent Non-Executive Director on its Board, effective August 10, 2026.

The life company in a statement released today said the appointment reinforces its commitment to expanding financial inclusion and accelerating insurance adoption by strengthening public trust, consumer education, and long-term financial resilience across Nigeria.

The statement added that his appointment brings a unique perspective on community engagement, value-based leadership, and broad societal impact.

Eze is the Founder and Lead Pastor of Streams of Joy International Ministry, a growing multinational ministry with 34 branches across West Africa, Southern Africa, Europe and North America.

He is also the convener of the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declaration (NSPPD), one of the world’s largest digital prayer platforms, reaching millions of people daily.

Through his ministry and humanitarian initiatives, he has become one of Africa’s most influential voices, championing hope, compassion, and community transformation.

He also the Founder of the Jerry Eze Foundation, a faith- led philanthropy where he provides housing support and grants to vulnerable and underserved communities. In 2026, he announced N1billion in grants to support young entrepreneurs across agriculture, technology, and manufacturing, further advancing enterprise development and economic opportunity.

Before entering full-time ministry, he built a career in development communications, serving as a Communications Specialist on a World Bank HIV/AIDS programme and with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). He holds a Bachelor’s degree in History and International Relations from Abia State University and a postgraduate degree in Business Administration from Enugu State University of Science and Technology.

Speaking about the appointment, Tony O. Elumelu, Chairman, Heirs Life Assurance, said: “Pastor Jerry brings an exceptional combination of integrity, influence, and a deep understanding of people and communities. As we continue our mission to democratise access to insurance, his insight will help strengthen consumer trust, deepen financial inclusion, and reinforce our commitment to protecting the financial future of millions of Nigerians. We are delighted to welcome him to the Board of Heirs Life Assurance and the broader family of Heirs Insurance Group.”

Commenting on his appointment, Pastor Jerry Eze said: “I am honoured to join the Board of Heirs Life Assurance at a defining moment for the insurance industry. Financial security empowers individuals, families, and businesses to pursue their aspirations with greater confidence and resilience. I look forward to working with the Board and Management to advance the company’s mission of making insurance more accessible, relevant, and impactful for every Nigerian.”

Heirs Life Assurance has become one of Nigeria’s leading specialist life insurance companies, ranking 7th on the Financial Times list of Africa’s fastest-growing companies. It is one of the three insurance businesses of Heirs Holdings, the leading pan-African investment company, with investments across 24 countries and four continents.

Combining an omni-channel digital presence with physical branches spread across the country, Heirs Life continues to redefine life insurance through innovation, customer-centric solutions, and a commitment to making financial protection accessible to every Nigerian.

Heirs Insurance Group, comprising Heirs Life Assurance, Heirs General Insurance, and Heirs Insurance Brokers, collectively serves over 3 million people directly and indirectly. The Group is championing financial inclusion and leading the digital insurance play in Nigeria, demonstrating its mission to democratise access to insurance.

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