“NO ELECTRICITY, NO VOTE,” SOUTH AFRICANS THREATEN TO SHUN RULING PARTY ANC. (PHOTO)

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 “No electricity, no vote,” South Africans threaten to shun ruling party ANC Residents in Katlehong, a township outside Johannesburg, have resolved to boycott South Africa's upcoming local elections on November 4 due to long-standing failures by authorities to provide basic services like electricity. For over 20 years, around 180 households in the community have relied on illegal electrical connections pulled from neighboring areas to power their homes. Angry over the lack of formal grid infrastructure, residents are directing their frustration at the ruling African National Congress (ANC). "We have made a collective decision: no electricity, no vote," said community leader Lesiba Rankapole, 59. "We know it is illegal, but we had no choice because we cannot live without electricity. Our children cannot progress without electricity." "I was born ANC, but today I do not want anyone to tell me about the ANC because I am suffering," added 57-year-old resid...

PRES. TINUBU EXTENDS CONDOLENCES TO FLORENCE AJIMOBI ON THE PASSING OF DAUGHTER BISOLA KOLA-DAISI.(PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

 


STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE


 


PRESIDENT TINUBU EXTENDS CONDOLENCES TO FLORENCE AJIMOBI ON THE PASSING OF DAUGHTER BISOLA KOLA-DAISI


 


President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed his heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Florence Ajimobi, wife of the former Governor of Oyo State, on the passing of her beloved daughter, Mrs. Bisola Kola-Daisi.


 


In a poignant conversation with the bereaved mother on Thursday, President Tinubu conveyed his deep sympathy to the family during this time of profound loss, acknowledging the unexpected and heart-wrenching departure of a cherished daughter, devoted wife, and mother of three.


 


President Tinubu also extended his prayers and support to Mrs. Kola-Daisi's husband, family, friends, and associates, remembering her as warm-hearted, industrious, and charitable.


 


He highlighted the enduring impact of Mrs Kola-Daisi's contributions as a successful businesswoman and a trusted public servant in an advisory capacity, whose wise counsel in budgeting and finance was invaluable.


 


President Tinubu prayed for Almighty God's grace to receive her soul and provide comfort and strength to her survivors.


 


Bayo Onanuga 

Special Adviser to the President 

(Information & Strategy) 

March 28, 2025

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