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Social crusader Deji Adeyanju critiques Tinubu’s first year in office
28May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Social crusader Deji Adeyanju critiques Tinubu’s first year in office

President Bola Tinubu's one year in office has been characterized by disappointment, failure, and embarrassment, according to social crusader and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju. Come May 29, Tinubu will have completed a year as the president of Nigeria. In an exclusive interview with NewsNow on Tuesday, Adeyanju expressed his views on the performance of the APC-led government, labeling it as highly incompetent and lacking in governance understanding. Adeyanju criticized Tinubu's administration, saying it failed to deliver as promised during campaigns and made poor appointments, citing the choice of a subpar Minister of Power as an example. He highlighted the severe issues faced by the country in the past year, such as prolonged power outages, unprecedented inflation following fuel subsidy remo...
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Concerns raised by Ex-Reps member Yusuf over possibility of Atiku and Peter Obi merger in 2027
28May By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

Concerns raised by Ex-Reps member Yusuf over possibility of Atiku and Peter Obi merger in 2027

Former House of Representatives member Tajudeen Yusuf has expressed doubts about the likelihood of a merger between the People Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar and his Labour Party counterpart Peter Obi. Yusuf believes that Atiku's recent statement regarding his intention to run for the presidency again makes the prospect of a merger more challenging. Last week, Peter Obi met with Atiku, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, and Sule Lamido, sparking speculations about a possible coalition. Despite this, Atiku has reiterated his determination to continue his presidential bid as long as he remains healthy. Following the meeting, Obi emphasized that his interest lies in a merger focused on uplifting Nigerians from poverty rather than seeking political power....
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Primate Ayodele’s Prophecies: Time’s Up for Ganduje, Political Turmoil for APC, PDP, LP, NNPP Chairmen
28May By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

Primate Ayodele’s Prophecies: Time’s Up for Ganduje, Political Turmoil for APC, PDP, LP, NNPP Chairmen

Revealing fresh prophecies on Tuesday, Leader Of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, touched on the destinies of key political figures - Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Abdullahi Ganduje, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) Umar Damagum, Labour Party's Julius Abur, and the New Nigerian Peoples Party. In his profound insight, Primate Ayodele predicts a lack of appreciation and impending replacement for Ganduje. He cautions that Ganduje's tenure is about to face turbulence with internal conflicts within the party's administrative quarters. In a statement from his media aide Oluwatsin Osho, Ayodele warned: "Ganduje will encounter challenges within the party's ranks. His position is under threat, and a successor is looming. There are whispers of...
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28May By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

Labour Party’s Obi Seeks Merger for Poverty Alleviation, Not Power Grabbing – LP Tells Atiku and Others

In a statement, Yunusa Tanko, the spokesperson of the now-defunct Obi-Datti presidential campaign council, highlighted that Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, is open to a merger focused on lifting Nigeria out of poverty. Tanko emphasized that the former Anambra governor is not pursuing any merger solely for gaining political dominance. It is worth noting that Obi recently held discussions with prominent figures such as Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), former Senate President Bukola Saraki, and Sule Lamido. This meeting fueled speculations about a potential merger, which Atiku has been advocating for. In response to these speculations, Tanko affirmed that Obi's collaboration will be with like-minded individuals sharing common values. During an...
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Focus on transforming Nigeria, not just political alliances – Obi
28May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
Headlines

Focus on transforming Nigeria, not just political alliances – Obi

In a recent statement, Yunusa Tanko, the spokesperson for Labour Party's presidential candidate, Peter Obi, emphasized that their focus is on transforming Nigeria and not on forming alliances or mergers solely for political gain at the expense of the citizens. These remarks were made during Tanko's appearance on Monday's episode of Channels Television's Politics Today. These comments follow closely after former Vice President Atiku Abubakar's declaration that he will continue to run for the presidency as long as his health allows. Atiku's determination is reminiscent of the perseverance shown by Abraham Lincoln, who ran for presidency multiple times before his eventual success. Tanko...
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In 2027, PDP-LP Merger Will Be Considered by Me If…
27May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
Headlines

In 2027, PDP-LP Merger Will Be Considered by Me If…

Discussions have been raised by the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, regarding the potential merger of the LP and the Peoples Democratic Party. During an interview on NoireTV-GlobalBlackTV that premiered on YouTube last Saturday, Obi also addressed the idea of potentially being backed as a Southeast candidate for the 2027 presidential election by Atiku Abubakar, the PDP’s 2023 flagbearer. In response to the interviewer's inquiry, Obi expressed appreciation for Abubakar's remarks about potentially supporting him as the South-East candidate. "I applaud him and appreciate his remarks, especially his indication that he would endorse me if the presidential ticket goes to the South East," Obi remarked. However, Obi stressed that his primary focus is ...
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Strong condemnation of child labour by Peter Obi on Children’s Day
27May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Strong condemnation of child labour by Peter Obi on Children’s Day

Addressing the issue of persistent child labour practices in Nigeria, the Labour Party presidential candidate for the 2023 election, Peter Obi, expressed his dismay on Monday. Celebrating Children’s Day 3024, Obi emphasized the need to focus more on lifting Nigerians out of poverty and upholding the rights of every Nigerian child. He stressed the importance of providing every Nigerian child with quality education, healthcare, and a safe environment to grow and prosper. Obi cited a report from the National Bureau of Statistics, revealing that 39.2% of Nigerian children are engaged in child labour, with 22.9% involved in hazardous work. He encouraged parents to continue providing the best for their children to nurture responsible citizens for the nation's future....
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Condition set by Peter Obi for PDP-LP merger in 2027
27May By Adebayo SheriffNo Comments
Press

Condition set by Peter Obi for PDP-LP merger in 2027

During the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, who was the presidential candidate for the Labour Party (LP), has discussed the potential merger between the LP and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking on NoireTV-GlobalBlackTV, Obi also touched upon the scenario of receiving support as a presidential candidate from the South-East in the 2027 election by Atiku Abubakar, the PDP’s flagbearer in 2023. Expressing his gratitude for Atiku's statements, Obi stated, “I commend him and I’m grateful for his statements, especially where he said he will support me if it (the presidential ticket) goes to the South East.” His focus, however, remains on the welfare of Nigeria and its people rather than personal ambitions or political strategies. Obi emphasized, “I’m not desperate to be preside...
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Peter Obi’s Perspective on the Potential LP-PDP Merger
27May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Peter Obi’s Perspective on the Potential LP-PDP Merger

In light of discussions around a merger between the Labour Party (LP) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, expressed his strong desire to witness positive change in Nigeria, emphasizing that his goal is not just to become president. During an interview on NoireTV-GlobalBlackTV recently shared on YouTube, the former Anambra State governor conveyed his sentiments, stating: "My desperation lies in the vision of a better Nigeria, particularly for the underprivileged, as our nation possesses immense potential." Regarding the possibility of Atiku endorsing him in the event of a merger, Peter Obi, who previously ran for president under the LP, acknowledged Atiku's support, saying: "I appreciate his remarks, especially his assurance ...
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Abure’s Woes Worsened by Obi’s Unplanned Visit
27May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Abure’s Woes Worsened by Obi’s Unplanned Visit

Unexpectedly, the Labour Party's former Presidential candidate, Peter Obi, paid a visit to the party's headquarters in Abuja last week. Initially seen as a gesture of support for the National Chairman, Julius Abure, the visit took a dramatic turn as news of Abure's suspension spread over the weekend. Allegations of high-handedness and anti-party activities led to Abure's suspension from the party in Ward 3 in Arue-Uromi, Edo State. Suspension letters dated May 14, 2024, and a subsequent ratification letter dated May 15, 2024, were issued following a meeting of the state executive committee in Benin. The suspension, effective immediately, advised Abure against representing himself as a party member. Signed by Ward Chairman, Thompson Ehiguese, and Ward Secretary, Stanley Usiomoh,...
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