The Ebonyi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has voiced its disappointment over the party’s absence in the local government elections held on Saturday. The party attributes this setback to its ongoing leadership crisis. The elections took place across the 171 wards of the 13 councils in the state. Mr. Steve Oruruo, Chairman of the PDP Caretaker Committee in Ebonyi State, expressed the party’s dissatisfaction with the situation and emphasized their efforts to revitalize the party. He urged members to strive for unity. “Actually, we are not happy about not fielding a candidate. Of course, you must build…
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A group of stakeholders from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State has raised alarm over the state chapter’s declining unity and leadership issues, warning that the party is on the brink of disintegration. At a general meeting held by the Tinubu/Shettima Foundation in Yola on Saturday, attendees from the 21 local government areas of Adamawa State voiced concerns about the prevailing disunity within the party and the lack of respect for dedicated members by the leadership. According to reliable media outlets, the disunity within the party was cited as a significant factor in the APC’s loss of the…
Veteran Nollywood actress turned politician, Hilda Dokubo, has denied reports claiming she was suspended from the Labour Party (LP) in Rivers State. Dokubo, who serves as the LP’s chairperson in the state, was reportedly suspended on Thursday by the party’s ward executive committee over allegations of financial misconduct. In a viral video on Instagram, Dokubo refuted the suspension claims, asserting that those involved in the publication were not members of the Labour Party. “I was never suspended. Everybody in that publication is a non-Labour Party member because the LP has a register and knows all members, especially in Asaritorí community,”…
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has accused Biafra activist Simon Ekpa of being a “murderer, scammer, and common criminal feeding fat on the emotions and sufferings of the Igbo.” He urged the people of the South East to disregard Ekpa’s threats and sit-at-home orders. Mbah expressed displeasure over Ekpa’s continued sheltering by the Government of Finland, despite the violence and destruction caused by his followers. The governor made these remarks during a weekend meeting with members of the House of Representatives Committee on National Security and Intelligence, who were on an oversight visit to the state and inspected…
The reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, has formally rejoined the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Shaibu, accompanied by prominent members of the Dan Orbih-led Legacy Group of the PDP, made his return to the APC official on Saturday. In a symbolic gesture, Shaibu walked directly to where former Governor of the state, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, was seated and knelt before him, drawing applause from party supporters. Speaking at the event, Shaibu declared, “On behalf of the Legacy Group, I announce our movement to the APC. We have come to add value to…
Ahead of the September 21, 2024 governorship election in Edo State, the national leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has inaugurated a 362-man National Campaign Council. The inauguration ceremony, held in Benin City, was led by APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje. The former Kano State governor announced that the council is divided into various sub-committees including Finance, Mobilization, Youths, Women, and Strategy. Governor Bassey Ottu of Cross River State will chair the campaign council, with Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyetadiwa serving as vice chairman. Ganduje charged the council members to ensure the party reclaims Edo State from the Peoples…
On Saturday, Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State confidently declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Asue Ighodalo, would win the upcoming September governorship election and succeed him. Obaseki expressed his belief that Ighodalo would excel as governor due to his intellect, integrity, and discipline. The governor made these remarks during a meeting with PDP leaders from each ward across the 18 local government areas of the state, held in Benin City. The meeting focused on strategizing for the September 21 governorship election. Obaseki stated, “The primary that produced Asue Ighodalo is being celebrated nationwide as the best ever…
Activist lawyer Deji Adeyanju on Saturday praised former Senate Chief Whip Ali Ndume for his outspoken criticism of the Nigerian government. Adeyanju noted that Ndume has courageously fought for Nigerians amidst growing hardship. Ndume recently accused President Bola Tinubu of being inaccessible to ministers and lawmakers attempting to address the nation’s hardships. He also criticized Tinubu’s administration as being run by kleptocrats focused on looting the treasury. Following these criticisms, the Senate removed Ndume from his position as Chief Whip, despite his status as a ranking senator. Reacting to these events, Adeyanju commended Ndume for his bravery in highlighting the…
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, of causing confusion and chaos in the state to gain Federal Government support, citing his inability to win the election. During a press briefing in Benin City on Friday, state chairman Dr. Anthony Aziegbemi made these allegations. He claimed that the violence at Benin Airport on Thursday, which resulted in the death of a police orderly for the APC gubernatorial candidate, was orchestrated by reinstated deputy governor Philip Shaibu and APC thugs under the guise of enforcing a…
The National Working Committee of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) has filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for alleged partisanship and illegal involvement in the party’s leadership crisis. APGA’s National Chairman, Sylvester Ezeokenwa, announced on Friday that the party has approached an Abuja High Court seeking redress. In its case against INEC, APGA has asked the court to compel the election management body to provide evidence proving that Chief Edozie Njoku was once a national officer of the party. Ezeokenwa stated, “We are, therefore, at a loss regarding the recent false representation by INEC that…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of being behind the violence that resulted in the death of a police officer in Benin City, the capital of Edo State, on Thursday. In a statement by its spokesman, Debo Ologunagba, the PDP called on the police to investigate reports that the violence stemmed from the reckless demonstration of force by thugs allegedly mobilized by the APC gubernatorial candidate, Monday Okpebholo, and allied prominent politicians. The PDP claimed these thugs accompanied Okpebholo from the Benin Airport into the city to intimidate and instill fear in the citizens.…
The Edo State Government and the reinstated Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, are at odds over the appointment of political aides by Shaibu. On Wednesday, the Federal High Court in Abuja reinstated Shaibu, who had been impeached by the Edo State House of Assembly on March 8, 2024. Following his reinstatement, Shaibu reappointed some of his former political aides. The reinstated aides include Kingsley Ehigiamusor as Chief of Staff, Musa Ebomhiana as Chief Press Secretary, Hon. Emmanuel Akhaba as Senior Special Assistant, Charles Olubayo as Senior Special Assistant, Mustapha Lawal-Omokpo as Senior Special Assistant, Matthias Akhanemhe as Special Assistant, Comrade Robinson…
Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has described the re-election of President Paul Kagame of Rwanda as an affirmation of the trust and confidence reposed in him by the Rwandan people. Obasanjo made this known in a congratulatory message released by his Special Assistant on Media, Kehinde Akinyemi, to newsmen on Friday. In the letter, Obasanjo, a former Chairman of the African Union (AU), extended his congratulations and expressed his joy over Kagame’s new mandate to lead Rwanda for another term. The letter, signed by Obasanjo, reads: “I have just received the happy news of Your Excellency’s resounding victory in the…
The reinstated Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, vowed on Friday to remain in office until November 11 when the governorship election is scheduled to take place. Shaibu announced his intention to resume his duties as deputy governor after an Abuja Federal High Court reaffirmed his position. He made these remarks during an appearance on Arise Television’s Morning Show. The deputy governor, who has been embroiled in a dispute with Governor Godwin Obaseki, accused the governor of withholding his salary for the past year despite his elected position. “I’m the elected deputy governor of this state, and the court…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council for the Edo gubernatorial election has called for an investigation into the security lapse that led to the attack on its gubernatorial candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo. In a statement released on Friday in Benin, the council’s Director of Publicity, Orobosa Omo-Ojo, condemned the incident as an assassination attempt on the candidate and demanded that the perpetrators be brought to justice. “We are appalled by the gruesome murder of Police Inspector Onu Ako, who was killed in cold blood while carrying out his official assignment. We are also grateful that Sen. Okpebholo appears to…
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has vehemently condemned the proposed bill by the Senate to establish the Local Government Independent Electoral Commission. The bill, sponsored by Senator Sani Musa, has been labeled as unacceptable and unnecessary by IPAC, which argues that it will lead to a duplication of functions and waste of public funds. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Chinyere Ogekalu, IPAC expressed its concerns: “Creating another commission will not address the challenges faced in conducting local government elections. Instead, it will lead to unnecessary duplication of efforts and resources. The proposed commission will still rely…
The Labour Party Chairman in Rivers State, Hilda Dokubo, has been suspended from the party by her ward in Asari Toru Local Government Area. In a letter addressed to the Labour Party Chairman of Asari Toru LGA, the suspension was confirmed by the Ward Chairman, Mr. Ajalamonia Ibama; Secretary, Mr. Lole Amacheer; Treasurer, Mr. Emmanuel Ibamathe; Women Leader, Mrs. Osaki Dieypiriye; and Publicity Secretary, Osaki Dokubo. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the 54-year-old actress was suspended on Thursday following an emergency meeting of the ward executive committee held on July 15. Dokubo faces allegations of financial misconduct,…
The Borno State Police Command has arrested a 40-year-old woman, Lydia Aji, for killing her husband with an axe in Kautikari village, Chibok LGA. ASP Nahum Daso, the command’s Public Relations Officer, disclosed that Lydia Aji killed her husband during a fight over their daughter, Rachael Aji, 13, who had stolen and sold a goat. The father ordered their daughter to leave the house due to her criminal behavior, which led to a fight with his wife, who opposed the order and struck him with an axe. “Lydia Aji struck her husband on the head with an axe, killing him…
The Bauchi State Police Command has recovered firearms from hoodlums following a successful raid on black spots in the Mai-Ari-Arewa area of Alkaleri Local Government Area. A locally made revolver and ammunition were seized from the hoodlums, who fled into the bush with injuries after a shootout with the police. The police displayed superior firepower, compelling the criminals to retreat. The Command’s spokesperson, SP Ahmed Mohammed Wakil, announced the recovery in a crime bulletin issued on Thursday. He detailed that the incident occurred on July 17, 2024, at around 4:30 am, when operatives led by the Divisional Police Officer in…
Dele Momodu, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has expressed strong criticism towards Doyin Okupe, former spokesman to ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo, for supporting President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a post on his X handle on Friday, Momodu promised to personally carry President Tinubu “on his head” if the President can significantly reduce government spending and make tangible sacrifices. Momodu’s comments come amid widespread dissatisfaction with the current administration’s economic policies. He described the situation in Nigeria as dire, criticizing Okupe for defending what he termed a “profligate government” with unsound economic measures. In his post, Momodu said, “My…