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Youthful Nigerian Children Implore Grandpas Tinubu and Atiku to Make Way for Young Peter Obi (Watch Video)
22Aug By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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Youthful Nigerian Children Implore Grandpas Tinubu and Atiku to Make Way for Young Peter Obi (Watch Video)

Five young children were captured in a comical video, kneeling down and appealing to Tinubu and Atiku to step aside for Peter Obi. Expressing their viewpoint, the kids emphasized that the two candidates are too advanced in age and should pass on the mantle to the younger Peter Obi. The plea for the withdrawal from the 2023 presidential race was directed to the presidential candidates of the All Progressives Congress, Bola Tinubu, and the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, by a Nigerian family who knelt down to make the appeal. Emphasizing the viewpoint of the children, it was reiterated that the two candidates are deemed too elderly and should pass the baton to the younger Peter Obi. Watch the video below:
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Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, Peter Obi’s running mate, explains reasons for parting ways with President Buhari
22Aug By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, Peter Obi’s running mate, explains reasons for parting ways with President Buhari

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, the Vice Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, has revealed the reasons behind his departure from President Muhammadu Buhari, with whom he was once in the same political party, the Congress for Progressives Change (CPC).   Formerly a key member of the defunct Congress for Progressives Change (CPC), Datti Baba-Ahmed was elected in 2011 to represent Kaduna North Senatorial District under the now-defunct party.   During a recent address in Kano, Datti explained that he and others parted ways with Buhari because over time, the President lost his 'principles and bearings.' He stated that this made it challenging for allies like himself to align with Buhari's political philosophy and ideas.   He also urged Nigerians to ignore the recent r...
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The reason behind Datti Baba-Ahmed’s departure from President Buhari revealed
22Aug By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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The reason behind Datti Baba-Ahmed’s departure from President Buhari revealed

Datti Baba-Ahmed, who is Peter Obi's running mate for the presidency, has shared the reasons for his decision to part ways with President Muhammadu Buhari. Both Baba-Ahmed and Buhari were previously associated with the now-defunct Congress for Progressives Change, CPC. He was elected in 2011 to represent Kaduna North Senatorial District under the former party. However, the entrepreneur and politician stated that he separated from Buhari due to a shift in their ideologies. He revealed that Buhari had deviated from his principles and beliefs, which led to his decision to part ways with the president. Addressing the situation in Kano, Datti expressed, "Over time, President Buhari lost his principles and bearings, the situation made it difficult for allies like myself to abide by his po...
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Photos from the Funeral of Nduka Obaigbena‘s Mother
21Aug By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Photos from the Funeral of Nduka Obaigbena‘s Mother

The late Princess Margaret Obaigbena, mother of Nduka Obaigbena and his family, was laid to rest on Saturday, August 20.   Mr. Obaigbena, the founder and Publisher of ThisDay newspaper and chairman of ARISE News TV, led the funeral proceedings.     Princess Obaigbena, a retired Nursing Officer in the old Bendel State Government and Special Adviser to three different governors in Delta State, passed away a few months ago at the age of 87.   A special mass was held in her honor at St Andrew’s Anglican Church, Owa-Oyibo, Diocese of Ika, Delta State, on Saturday, August 20.     The event was graced by several dignitaries, including Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okoma, Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, Governor of Central Bank, Mr. Godwin Emiefele, Labour Party Presidential...
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Photos of Peter Obi’s Visit to Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo
19Aug By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Photos of Peter Obi’s Visit to Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo

Labour Party's presidential candidate, Peter Obi, paid a visit to Anambra state governor, Charles Soludo, on August 19. Obi, a former Anambra state governor, held a two-hour closed-door meeting with Governor Soludo at the State Governor’s Lodge in Amawbia, Awka South Local Government Area. See more photos below:
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Physically challenged man from Adamawa state claims he was attacked by thugs in Lagos for campaigning for Peter Obi with his automatic wheelchair (video)
18Aug By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Physically challenged man from Adamawa state claims he was attacked by thugs in Lagos for campaigning for Peter Obi with his automatic wheelchair (video)

Attesting to an incident in Lagos, John Solam, a man with physical challenges from Adamawa state, alleges that he was targeted by thugs for advocating on behalf of Peter Obi using his motorized wheelchair. He displayed the damage incurred by his wheelchair and the injuries sustained in the purported assault, emphasizing his right to express his support without facing violence. View the full video on Instagram: View this post on Instagram
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Article: Peter Obi Meets Afrobeat Musician Femi Kuti
17Aug By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Article: Peter Obi Meets Afrobeat Musician Femi Kuti

Labour Party's presidential candidate, Peter Obi, paid a visit to Femi, Anikulapo-Kuti at his home. Obi's visit follows a recent video posted by the singer on Instagram, expressing his stance against the 'Obidient' movement and clarifying his comments on supporters of the Labour party's candidate. He stated, "I can't be obidient in this country. EndSARS, killings, my grandmother was killed, my father's house burnt, the oppression of my family...and I supposed to be obident?" "Do you know the meaning of obidient? When they tell you to sit down, you will sit down, stand up you will stand up. Me I can't be obidient." A video released online today captures Obi and Femi together. ''My own dear brother Femi, I saw what he tweeted and I said, no, th...
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Exclusive: Peter Obi meets with Femi Kuti at Afrika Shrine after “Obidient” Controversy
17Aug By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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Exclusive: Peter Obi meets with Femi Kuti at Afrika Shrine after “Obidient” Controversy

Former Anambra governor and Labor Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, made a special visit to the Afrika Shrine in Lagos to meet with renowned Afrobeats artist, Femi Anikulapo-Kuti. This gesture came in the wake of a backlash from Obi’s supporters following Femi Kuti's comments, which were misinterpreted as him referring to them as "zombies." During a recent performance at the Shrine, Kuti's statement was misunderstood as he expressed his frustration, saying, “You know what obedience means? Stand up, sit down, sit there — zombie. How can you be Obidient in this chaos? I am not Obidient. Tell me, at 60, why am I Obidient? You said I should be Obidient, sit down, be peaceful. Are you all okay in this country?” Photos circulating online captured the moment wh...
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Meeting of Peter Obi with PDP Governors and others in Rivers state
16Aug By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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Meeting of Peter Obi with PDP Governors and others in Rivers state

Peter Obi, the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, held a meeting with several Peoples Democratic Party Governors and other politicians from the opposition party on the evening of August 15. Sharing a photo from the meeting, former Governor of Ondo state, Olusegun Mimiko, revealed the presence of Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, Governor Samuel Ortom, former Governor Donald Duke, Former Minister Mohammed Adoke SAN, and many others. This meeting marked the second time Obi has engaged with Governor Wike after his departure from the PDP and declaration of his presidential ambition. Reflecting on the gathering, Mimiko posted a photo of the meeting along with the caption: “Last night, had a good time with @GovWike @Donald_Duke @PeterObi @HEDankwambo @GovSamuelOrtom @GovernorIkpeazu, Moh...
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