Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, has revealed that an external auditor has been engaged to examine the party’s accounts. This announcement comes in the wake of accusations of misappropriation leveled against Julius Abure, the national chairman of the LP, by Oluchi Opara, the party’s national treasurer, who claimed that N3.5 billion had been misappropriated. The LP responded to Opara’s allegations by suspending her, citing influence from “external forces” seeking to undermine the party. Abure, on the other hand, has threatened legal action against Opara for defamation. In a press conference…
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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has restated the FCT Administration’s stance against any form of variation of contracts awarded by the FCTA. During an inspection of projects in Abuja, Minister Wike even went as far as blacklisting some contractors for requesting such variations. The minister’s comments were prompted by a request from Setraco Construction Company to vary the contract for the construction of the Southern Parkway from Christian Centre to Ring Road 1 to include provision for streetlights. Minister Wike emphasized that the FCTA would not entertain such requests. He highlighted that the FCT…
In response to the prevailing economic challenges in Nigeria, the Ogun State Government has announced plans to inject N5 billion into various sectors of the state’s economy. The announcement was made by Governor Dapo Abiodun during a press conference held in Oke Mosan area of Abeokuta, the state capital, on Wednesday. Governor Abiodun expressed solidarity with the people of Ogun State amidst the current economic hardship, particularly the impact of the removal of fuel subsidy. He assured the citizens that the tough times were temporary and necessary for a better future. Highlighting the government’s commitment to addressing the challenges faced…
The supplementary election for the Jalingo/Yorro/Zing Federal Constituency seat in Taraba State recorded a significant turnout of voters across polling units on Wednesday. In Jalingo metropolis, all fifteen polling units witnessed enthusiastic voters eager to exercise their franchise, forming queues as early as 7:00 am ahead of the 8:30 am commencement of polling. Observers noted a peaceful and orderly atmosphere, contrasting with the previous rerun election held on February 3rd, 2024. Accreditation and voting began simultaneously at 8:30 am under tight security measures. Barrister Ibrahim Tukur El-Suldi, the state chairman of the All Progressive Congress (APC), expressed satisfaction with the…
Daniel Bwala, a former spokesperson for the Atiku-Okowa Presidential Campaign Council, has criticized Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, calling him an opportunist. Bwala’s criticism came in response to an image of Obi at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. He accused Obi of exploiting various aspects such as religion, ethnicity, natural disasters, and sports for his own gain. In a post on X, Bwala stated, “Obi does not play opposition but opportunism. He takes advantage of the vulnerabilities of the nation and its people like a predator. He uses religion, ethnicity, natural…
The Progressive Governors’ Forum, under the All Progressives Congress (APC), has cautioned Governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against making statements that could incite the public against the Federal Government. In a statement issued by the Chairman of the Forum, Governor Hope Uzodimma, the APC governors emphasized the need for cooperation to address the nation’s security and economic challenges instead of resorting to blame games. This warning came in response to demands by the PDP Governors for the APC-led federal government to urgently address the country’s worsening economic hardship. Uzodimma criticized the PDP Governors’ Forum for not providing concrete…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has clarified that Daniel Bwala, who previously served as a spokesperson for his presidential campaign, is not his aide beyond that role. In a statement issued by his media office on Tuesday, Atiku emphasized that Bwala’s association with him was limited to serving as a spokesperson for his campaign from 2022 to early 2023. “It is important that the media and the general public take corrective note of defining Mr. Daniel Bwala as an aide to His Excellency Atiku Abubakar. Bwala offered his services and support to the Atiku/Okowa Presidential Campaign Organisation as a spokesperson…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) expressed deep sorrow and devastation over the sudden death of its Ondo State Chapter Chairman, Fatai Adams, on Wednesday. PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, hailed Adams as a dedicated party member, describing him as a seasoned administrator who devoted his intellect, competence, skills, energy, and personal resources to strengthen the PDP in Ondo State despite challenges. In a statement, Ologunagba said, “Indeed, our hearts bleed! Our Party, the nation, and indeed humanity have lost one of our brightest and best in Nigeria’s contemporary political leadership.” Adams was praised as a humble, insightful, and sociable…
The Chairman of the Ondo State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr. Fatai Adams, has passed away. Adams reportedly died in the early hours of Wednesday. The Ondo PDP Publicity Secretary, Mr. Kennedy Peretei, confirmed the news, stating that the party would soon issue an official statement to the media regarding the matter. Details of his passing are expected to be released shortly.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) presented conflicting election results on the November 11, 2023, Governorship election in Bayelsa State at the Bayelsa State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja. INEC submitted its certified results, while APC polling unit agents presented various results from the areas they represented the party. Despite objections from different parties, the tribunal chairman, Justice Adekunle Adeleye, admitted both sets of results as exhibits for the tribunal’s consideration. Former Minister of Petroleum, Timipre Sylva, and the APC filed a petition against INEC, Bayelsa State Governor Senator Douye Diri, his Deputy…
Nigeria’s Labour Party has suspended its National Treasurer, Oluchi Opara, for six months following a rift with the party’s National Chairman, Julius Abure, over alleged mismanagement of N3.5 billion campaign funds. The suspension was announced by the party’s National Working Committee during a press conference at the party’s secretariat in Abuja. This development comes in the wake of Opara’s accusations against Abure, demanding accountability for the funds raised from the party’s nomination forms and fundraising activities leading up to the February 2023 general election. In response to Opara’s allegations, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, labeled her as a…
The Federal Government has called on governors elected under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to explain to Nigerians how they have utilized increased allocations for the benefit of their constituents. This statement comes in response to recent remarks by the PDP governors, who urged the APC-led federal government to address the worsening economic hardship in the country. In a statement issued by Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Information & National Orientation, the government emphasized that the nation’s economy remains strong, capable of meeting financial obligations both domestically and internationally. Idris criticized the PDP governors for comparing Nigeria’s economic challenges to…
The Sokoto State House of Assembly has sworn in two newly elected members, Alhaji Abubakar Magaji (PDP, Bodinga North) and Alhaji Bashir Dahiru (APC, Tambuwal West), following the February 3 rerun election in two constituencies of the state. The Speaker of the Assembly, Alhaji Tukur Bala, administered the oath of office to the new members at the plenary in Sokoto on Tuesday. “I wish to request the suspension of Order 15, Rule 12, Sub-rule 1 of the House Standing Orders 2019, to allow the newly elected members’ entourage to attend the chamber for the stated purpose,” he said. Speaking shortly…
The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has pointed fingers at the President Bola Tinubu-led administration for the prevalent killings, banditry, kidnappings, and terrorism in Nigeria. In a communiqué released after a meeting in Abuja, the PDP BoT criticized the “laid-back attitude” of the Tinubu-led administration, holding it responsible for the worsening insecurity witnessed in the last nine months. The party expressed deep concern over the deteriorating security situation, citing rising cases of mass killings, banditry, kidnapping for ransom, and acts of terrorism. The BoT highlighted the lack of concrete and coherent policies from the APC…
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has officially reopened the Government Secondary School, now rebranded as Government Mega College, Dukku, marking the end of an 11-year closure due to insurgency. The reopening of the institution aligns with Governor Inuwa’s pledge to establish five mega schools in Gombe State, aimed at alleviating the strain on existing educational facilities. The newly reopened Government Mega College, Dukku, joins the ranks of four other mega schools across the state, namely, Government Science Mega College Gombe, Government Science Mega College Kaltungo, Government Girls Mega College Doma, and Government Mega College Dadinkowa. Each of these…
A former spokesperson of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State, Chika Nwoba, has been remanded in the correctional centre by a Magistrate’s Court in Abakaliki for alleged defamation. Nwoba, a social media handler, appeared in court on Tuesday to face a three-count charge of conspiracy, false publication, and defamation. The prosecutor, ASP Chinagorom Eze, informed the court that Nwoba was arrested on Sunday, February 11, 2024, following a petition by the Ebonyi State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Mr Oguzor Offia-Nwali. Eze stated that Nwoba, along with others who are currently at large, conspired on February 6 in…
The Labour Party has clarified that only the state leadership is authorized to sell delegate forms for the Edo State party governorship primaries. In a statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Obiorah Ifoh, the party emphasized that it has released guidelines for both the delegates and the primary election for the state, in accordance with the party constitution and electoral act. According to the statement, forms for the Ward and Local Government delegates will be exclusively sold by the state working committee of the party, while the Expression of Interest and Nomination forms will be sold…
Governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have gathered at the Oyo State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja, for a meeting of the PDP Governors Forum. Led by the Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, the forum includes Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba, Dauda Lawal of Zamfara, and Godwin Obaseki of Edo. Also in attendance are Caleb Mutfwang, Governor of Plateau State, Ifeanyi Ossai, Deputy Governor of Enugu State, and Monday John Onyeme, Deputy Governor of Delta State. The agenda for the meeting includes discussions on the current economic challenges, security situation in the country, and the upcoming Edo State Governorship…
The National Treasurer of the Labour Party (LP), Mrs. Oluchi Oparah, has leveled accusations against the party’s National Chairman, Barrister Julius Abure, accusing him of engaging in anti-party activities. Oparah made these allegations during an appearance on Arise Television’s Morning Show program on Tuesday. Her statements follow her demand, made during a press conference in Abuja on Monday, for Abure to provide an account of party funds totaling over N3.5 billion. These funds reportedly stem from the sale of forms and various fundraisers for the upcoming 2023 general elections. According to Oparah, Abure has obstructed her from carrying out her…
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, led the swearing-in ceremony of three newly elected senators during Tuesday’s plenary session. The new senators are Prince Pam Mwadkon of the Action Democratic Party representing Plateau North Senatorial District, Professor Anthony Ani of the All Progressives Congress representing Ebonyi South, and Mustapha Musa, also of the All Progressives Congress, representing Yobe East. The Clerk of the Senate, Chinedu Akubueze, administered the oath-taking at approximately 11:41 am. After taking the oath, the senators were guided to their designated seats.