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Peter Obi Visits Late Actor Junior Pope’s Family to Offer Condolences

18May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Peter Obi Visits Late Actor Junior Pope’s Family to Offer Condolences

Following the tragic passing of Nollywood actor Junior Pope, former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi recently visited the family to extend his sympathies. During the visit, Peter Obi took the time to sign the condolence register, showing his support for the grieving family. Sharing the heartfelt gesture on his Instagram page, actor Kenneth Okonkwo, who also serves as the former spokesperson of the Labour Party presidential campaign council, posted images and videos of the visit over the weekend. In his caption, Okonkwo expressed, "HE Peter Obi paid a visit to the home of John Paul Odonwodo, known as Junior Pope, to offer condolences on the untimely loss of their beloved family member. He shared words of comfort with Junior Pope's mother Mrs. Mar...

Atiku Abubakar’s Consideration to Support Peter Obi in 2027

18May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Atiku Abubakar’s Consideration to Support Peter Obi in 2027

In a recent interview with BBC Hausa Service, the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar, hinted at the possibility of backing his Labour Party counterpart from the previous election, Peter Obi, in the 2027 election. Atiku, who is currently engaged in merger discussions with stakeholders from various opposition political parties, expressed his willingness to support Obi if he is chosen as the candidate by the party for the upcoming election. Speculations about a merger of opposition parties have been fueled by a recent private meeting between Obi and Atiku, indicating a potential alignment ahead of the 2027 general elections. Addressing the efforts of opposition parties to unite against the ruling...

Potential Support for Peter Obi in 2027 by Atiku Abubakar

18May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

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Potential Support for Peter Obi in 2027 by Atiku Abubakar

Having been the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar has suggested the likelihood of backing his Labour Party counterpart from the previous election, Peter Obi, in 2027. During an interview with BBC Hausa Service, the former Vice President, currently engaged in merger discussions with stakeholders from various opposition parties, expressed his willingness to support Obi if chosen by the party for the next election. A recent private meeting between Obi and Atiku has fueled speculations about a potential merger of opposition political parties gearing up for the 2027 general elections. Confirming the efforts of opposition parties to align in order to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 e...

Call for Aba North Assembly Seat Vacancy Declaration and Threat of Protest by Group

18May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

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Call for Aba North Assembly Seat Vacancy Declaration and Threat of Protest by Group

Urging the Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Emmanuel Emereuwa, to declare the Aba North seat vacant within seven days, the Coalition of Aba North Ethnic Youth Groups has stirred up a demand. Since November 27, 2023, when the Court of Appeal in Lagos ruled Destiny Nwagwu of LP ineligible and declared Aaron Uzodike of the PDP as the rightful representative of Aba North, the seat's status has sparked controversy. Despite winning the legal battle, Uzodike has not been inaugurated by the Speaker, leaving the seat unoccupied since November 2023. The Coalition of Aba North Ethnic Youth Groups has heightened the tensions by setting a deadline for the Speaker to declare the seat vacant or face protests across Aba. Expressing their frustrations in a protest letter signed by group lea...

Allegation against PDP and LP on disrupting local government elections

17May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

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Allegation against PDP and LP on disrupting local government elections

An accusation has been made by the Imo Political Awareness Group, IPAG, claiming that the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and Labour Party, LP, are scheming to disrupt the upcoming local government elections in the state. IPAG represents citizens committed to advancing democracy and good governance in Imo State. In a statement released on Friday by the National convener, Mr. Collins Opurozor expressed concern over recent happenings related to the imminent LG elections and the inflammatory statements coming from certain anti-Imo factions within the opposition PDP and LP. The statement indicated, "The opposition members have been behaving irrationally, moving from one media platform to another, issuing threatening remarks regarding the government's initiative to enhance democra...

Elevation of Judges: Minister’s Wife and CJN’s Daughter-in-Law Among Nominees

17May

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Elevation of Judges: Minister’s Wife and CJN’s Daughter-in-Law Among Nominees

Amidst concerns raised by various civil society groups and individuals, Justice Nyesom-Wike Eberechi Suzzette, the wife of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has been recommended by the National Judicial Council (NJC) for elevation to the Court of Appeal. The NJC also nominated Ariwoola Oluwakemi Victoria, the daughter-in-law of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, for a judgeship in the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory. Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, who is set to retire from the judiciary in August, presided over the NJC meeting where these nominations were made. The NJC, during the meeting, took disciplinary actions against two Judges and issued warnings. Justice Inyang Edem Ekwo was barred from elevation for two years for an abuse of discretionary power, while Justic...

APC witnesses defection of Babayemi, Ogunbiyi, and others in Osun

17May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

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APC witnesses defection of Babayemi, Ogunbiyi, and others in Osun

In Osun state, notable politicians Dotun Babayemi and Akin Ogunniyi have formally switched allegiance to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Babayemi, a former contender for the governorship under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Ogunniyi, who ran for governor on the platform of the Accord Party in the 2022 Osun gubernatorial race, completed their defection to the APC during a public event in Osogbo on Friday. The ceremony took place at the APC secretariat in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State, and was attended by a large crowd of supporters and party members who welcomed them to the party. Joining the APC alongside Babayemi and Ogunniyi were former National Deputy Chairman of the PDP, Shuaib Oyedokun, and Faruq Abbas, the Chief of Staff to the Osun House of Assembly Speaker. Pr...

APRA Welcomes Omoniyi Ibietan as its New Secretary-General

17May

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APRA Welcomes Omoniyi Ibietan as its New Secretary-General

Omoniyi Ibietan, a highly regarded communications expert from Nigeria, has achieved a significant milestone by being appointed as the Secretary-General of the African Public Relations Association (APRA) during the 35th Annual Conference and Annual General Meeting held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. With a fellowship from both the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and APRA, Ibietan boasts an impressive background in media relations, communication strategy, and policy discourse, backed by over two decades of industry experience working with renowned organizations such as the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Federal Ministry of Information and Communication. In his role as Secretary-General, Ibietan has committed to driving APRA’s agenda of reforms, promoting democ...

North Central APC Rallying Support from Legal Professionals, CSOs, and Others to Remove Ganduje from Office

17May

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North Central APC Rallying Support from Legal Professionals, CSOs, and Others to Remove Ganduje from Office

Calling upon various professional bodies in the region, such as lawyers, civil society organizations, and journalists, the North Central All Progressive Congress, APC, Forum seeks collective effort to oust APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje. Expressing this sentiment was Alhaji Saleh Mandung Zazzaga, Chairman of the forum, during interactions with the press in Jos, the capital of Plateau State. He emphasized that numerous votes of no confidence against Ganduje have been issued from his Kano ward. Zazzaga underscored, "Our actions are solely for the benefit of the North Central region, which is why we are urging professional bodies from our region to collaborate with us." Highlighting their proactive stance, he added, "We have championed various noble causes across party lines and...

The PDP asserts that defected Rivers lawmakers cannot reclaim their positions

17May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

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The PDP asserts that defected Rivers lawmakers cannot reclaim their positions

According to the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, the 27 lawmakers from the Rivers State House of Assembly who switched to the All Progressives Congress, APC, have permanently forfeited their seats. This statement was made by the party's National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Debo Ologunagba, in Abuja. This clarification was deemed necessary in response to a misleading report circulating on social media, alleging potential attempts to manipulate the party's stance to reinstate the defected lawmakers. The PDP remains firm in its assertion that the implicated members lost their assembly seats in Rivers State due to a serious breach of the constitution. To clarify further, in a counterclaim filed by the PDP's National Legal Adviser, Kamaldeen Ajibade, in Suit No: FHC/ABJ/CS/1681/2023 at the Fede...