The National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Debo Ologunagba, has dismissed claims that the party is dead, insisting that such narratives only confirm its relevance. Ologunagba, who spoke on Channels Television on Thursday, said critics continue to monitor and discuss the PDP because it remains the “party to beat.” “If PDP is dead as they claim, why are they still obsessed with us? Why do they keep talking about us every day? It only shows the PDP remains the main party to beat,” he said. He argued that the PDP cannot be described as a failed party…
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A founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Osita Okechukwu, has described former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as belonging to the “class of anti-democrats.” Okechukwu made the remark on Friday while reacting to Atiku’s interview with BBC Hausa Service, in which the former vice president said he would support and mentor a younger candidate if such a person emerged through a competitive primary election. Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Okechukwu faulted Atiku’s stance, arguing that by elevating competitive primaries above Nigeria’s long-standing zoning and rotation arrangement, he undermined the unity and stability that have sustained the Fourth Republic since…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has affirmed Hon. Shehu Hussaini, popularly known as Wazirin Kucheri, as the authentic chairman of the Action Alliance (AA) in Zamfara State. The confirmation brings to an end a protracted leadership tussle within the party that lasted for more than a year. Speaking in Gusau on Thursday, Hussaini said the electoral commission’s decision was in line with a court ruling that recognised the executives led by the party’s national chairman, Barr. Adekunle Omaje. Observers noted that the development marks a resolution of the internal division that had weakened the AA’s structure in Zamfara State.
A former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Lagos State, Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has predicted an overwhelming victory for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Jandor, who recently defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), made the remarks on Thursday while featuring on Channels Television’s Politics Today. He described the 2027 polls as a “walkover” for Tinubu, citing the president’s growing national influence and insisting that the setback experienced in Lagos during the 2023 election would not repeat itself. “Remember, in 2023, Jandor and his Lagos for Lagos movement were outside. This time, we…
Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has disbursed N3.5 billion in grants to 8,300 youths under his administration’s digital skills initiative, One-Youth-Two-Skills Plus. The beneficiaries received their grants during a graduation and certification ceremony held at the International Convention Centre, Awka. Participants were drawn from Anambra and beyond. Governor Soludo noted that the scheme, launched in October 2022, was in line with his pledge to produce 1,000 millionaires annually in the state. He added that funds had also been set aside through the Anambra Small Business Agency to provide loans for participants who wish to expand their enterprises. State…
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has dissolved all statutory and non-statutory boards and commissions in the state. The announcement was made on Thursday in Uyo by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Enobong Uwah, who explained that the governor acted under the Statutory Boards (Special Provisions) Law, 2023. The dissolution takes immediate effect. According to the SSG, Governor Eno commended the affected board members for their contributions to the implementation of the administration’s ARISE Agenda and wished them success in their future endeavours. “The chairpersons of the dissolved agencies are directed to hand over all government property…
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has called for a free, fair, credible, and inclusive governorship election in Anambra State scheduled for November 8, 2025. In a statement signed by its National Chairman, Dr. Yusuf Mamman Dantalle, IPAC urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure a level playing field for all political parties and candidates contesting the election. The call was made in a congratulatory message to Nigerians on the occasion of the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary. “Politicians should imbibe issue-based campaigns and eschew politics of bitterness that impedes the nation’s electoral process,” the statement read. “We should respect…
A prominent leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Yobe State, Hon. Mohammed Bello, has announced his resignation from the party, describing the move as a step to “come out from bondage.” Bello, a former senatorial aspirant for Yobe Zone A, confirmed his decision in a resignation letter addressed to the APC Ward Chairman in Gwange, Damaturu. The letter, which was made public on Monday, stated that his resignation takes immediate effect. “I am writing to formally notify you of my decision to resign my membership from the All Progressives Congress (APC) immediately,” the letter read in part. The…
The Edo State chapter of the Labour Party (LP) has accused the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, of being responsible for the leadership crisis rocking the party nationwide. The State Chairman of LP, Hon. Elizabeth Ativie, made the allegation on Monday during a press briefing in Benin City, while reacting to claims made against the party’s National Chairman, Barr. Julius Abure, by a member of the party, Ms. Precious Oruche, also known as “Mama P.” Ativie alleged that Ms. Oruche, in her social media posts, falsely accused Abure of frustrating Nigerians and being declared wanted by the police…
The Presidency has responded to speculations surrounding former President Goodluck Jonathan’s alleged plan to contest the 2027 presidential election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The reaction follows a statement by Prof. Jerry Gana, an elder statesman and PDP chieftain, who claimed that Jonathan would run for president in 2027 under the party’s banner. In a statement issued on Thursday, Presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, said Jonathan’s eligibility remained a constitutional matter for the courts to decide, given that he had already been sworn in twice as president. Onanuga, however, maintained that Jonathan’s administration left behind a legacy…
A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Yobe State, Mohammed Bello, has announced his resignation from the party. Bello, a former APC senatorial aspirant for Yobe Zone A, described his decision as a move to “come out from bondage.” His resignation was conveyed in a letter addressed to the party’s Ward Chairman in Gwange, Damaturu metropolis, where he confirmed that his exit from the APC takes immediate effect. “I am writing to formally notify you of my decision to resign my membership from the All Progressives Congress (APC) immediately,” the letter partly read. According to him, the…
The National Working Committee, NWC, of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has nullified the purported state congress in Cross River and approved the constitution of a Caretaker Committee to run the party’s affairs in the state. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba. According to Ologunagba, the decision was taken in line with the provisions of the PDP Constitution (as amended in 2017). He explained that although the National Chairman, Umar Damagum, had informed the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, on September 25 of the postponement of congresses…
The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has criticised the All Progressives Congress, APC-led Federal Government, accusing it of diminishing Nigeria’s standing and plunging millions of citizens deeper into poverty. Obi made the remarks on Wednesday during a press conference on the state of the nation held in Abuja. “In 1999, we overcame military dictatorship and restored democracy, beginning a renewed journey toward prosperity, freedom, and justice. That journey helped us build Africa’s largest economy and strengthen democratic institutions. But over the last decade, under the APC’s incompetent, divisive, and corrupt leadership, Nigeria has been…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has disclosed that several governors from opposition parties are finalising plans to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, to align with President Bola Tinubu. Akpabio made the remark in his goodwill message at the launch of a book titled “Ten Years of Impactful Leadership of the APC Administration in Nigeria”, authored by Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, and during the commissioning of projects by President Tinubu in Owerri. “Mr President, with what you have done in the last two years, get ready to receive more governors from the opposition parties. As I speak, there…
The Inter-Party Advisory Council, IPAC, has called for a free, fair, credible, and inclusive governorship election in Anambra State scheduled for November 8, 2025. In a statement signed by its National Chairman, Dr Yusuf Mamman Dantalle, IPAC urged the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to provide a level playing field for all political parties and candidates participating in the poll. The council made the call in a goodwill message to Nigerians on the occasion of the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary. “We call for a free, fair, credible and inclusive governorship election in Anambra State slated for November 8, 2025. We…
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress, APC, will return to power in Osun State in 2026. Oyetola, a former governor of the state, gave the assurance on Monday during a special prayer session held in Iragbiji to mark his 71st birthday. He commended party members in the state for their loyalty, unity, and dedication to the APC, describing their commitment as the driving force behind the party’s renewed strength. “We are committed and fully prepared to return our great party, the APC, to government in Osun come 2026,” Oyetola…
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, has called on President Bola Tinubu to make public the details of the process for appointing the next chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. In a letter dated September 27 and signed by its Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare, SERAP said Nigerians have a right to know the number and names of candidates being considered for the position and whether the Council of State has been consulted, as required by the Constitution. “The selection and appointment process for Mr Yakubu’s replacement cannot and should not be a closed shop,” SERAP stated. “Openness…
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Kebbi State has elected 39 new executive members at its state congress held on Saturday at Safar Guest Inn, Birnin Kebbi. The congress, chaired by Dr Mukhtar Muhammad Lugga, produced Alhaji Usman Bello Suru as the new state chairman of the party. Other officials elected include Alhaji Hussaini Abdullahi Raha as vice chairman, Abubakar Bawa Kalgo as secretary, Alhaji Malami Dannyaro Gwansu as treasurer, Mr Iliya Tomo as financial secretary, Barrister Nura Bello as legal adviser, Alhaji Bello Makama Argungu as auditor, Alhaji Sani Dododo as publicity secretary, Hon Garba Liman Boma as organising…
Former Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki, has raised serious concerns over the worsening insecurity in Kwara State, warning that armed bandits and kidnappers have overrun several communities. Speaking on Saturday at the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, state congress held at Arca Santa Arena, Ilorin, Saraki said the spate of killings, kidnappings, and displacement of residents had reached unprecedented levels. According to him, in the past 12 months alone, about 70 people have been killed across Kwara North and South Senatorial Districts, while 50 others sustained injuries in violent attacks. He added that no fewer than 42 people were kidnapped within…
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has been thrown into fresh confusion after two top leaders of the party issued contradictory directives regarding state congresses scheduled for Cross River, Plateau, and Kebbi States. In a letter dated September 25, the PDP Acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, announced that the congresses earlier slated for September 27 had been postponed. He attributed the decision to “unforeseen circumstances and operational logistic challenges.” “This means that state congresses in the three aforementioned states will not hold as earlier scheduled,” Damagum stated, noting that a new date would be communicated to the Independent National Electoral Commission,…