United Africa Royal Assembly Congratulates Rwandan President on Re-election

The United Africa Royal Assembly has extended its heartfelt congratulations to President Paul Kagame on his re-election as President of the Republic of Rwanda. The Assembly lauded the peaceful nature of the election, highlighting it as a testament to the unwavering trust and confidence the Rwandan people have in President Kagame’s 24 years of visionary leadership. In a statement, the President of the United Africa Royal Assembly, His Imperial Highness Prince Estifanos Matewos, commended President Kagame for the tremendous growth and development Rwanda has witnessed under his guidance. He noted that Rwanda has become a beacon of hope and resilience under President Kagame’s tenure. “Your tireless efforts to foster unity, peace, and sustainable development have set a commendable example for leaders across Africa and the world,” said Prince Estifanos. He also praised the elections for the special seats reserved for women, young people, and people with disabilities, calling them a shining example of promoting inclusive governance and the empowerment of all segments of society. Prince Estifanos expressed confidence that President Kagame’s continued leadership would further propel Rwanda towards greater heights of achievement. He emphasized the United Africa Royal Assembly’s eagerness to strengthen collaboration and partnership with Rwanda, working together to promote peace, stability, and prosperity across the continent. “May your tenure be marked by continued success and the fulfillment of your vision for a brighter future for Rwanda and a stronger Africa. May God bless you with wisdom, health, and strength to overcome,” concluded Prince Estifanos. The United Africa Royal Assembly looks forward to a fruitful partnership with Rwanda under President Kagame’s leadership, aiming for a prosperous future for the nation and the continent as a whole.

Bayelsa Guber: Security Agents Aiding PDP, Sylva Alleges

The candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 11, 2023 governorship poll in Bayelsa State, Timipre Sylva, has accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and security agents of harassing his supporters. Sylva spoke on Saturday after he cast his vote at Ward 4, Unit 4 in the Brass Local Government Area of the South-South state.The APC candidate fingered security agents “especially the Army”, alleging that they are “playing on the side of the PDP”. Sylva said violence has been recorded in Yenagoa, the state capital, alleging that an APC member was shot.He wondered why large polling units where he is popular were being targeted.“There is a lot of violence from the PDP trying to molest our voters with security (agents),” Sylva said. In fact, in some cases, it is believed by our people that we are running election, not against PDP, but against security (agents) but we are containing it.” The APC candidate, however, commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), saying “There is a lot of improvement on the part of INEC but there is still room for improvement.” Sylva was first Bayelsa governor from May 2007 to April 2008 and later between May 2008 and January 2012. He was also the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources from 2019 to 2023. In Saturday’s poll, Sylva is challenging Bayelsa State Governor and PDP candidate, Duoye Diri, who is seeking re-election. The election has been described by many analysts as a two-horse race.Meanwhile, Diri accused Sylva of being behind electoral violence recorded in the Nembe-Bassambiri area of the state on Saturday.