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David Mark’s NWC not representing ADC, says Bala’s Faction
David Mark’s NWC Not Representing ADC, says Bala’s Faction A faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by Nafiu Bala, has said the former senate president, David Mark is not a bonafide member of the party. In a statement issued on Friday, Aminu Alhassan, Bala’s Special Assistant on Public Affairs, said the constitution of a new national working committee (NWC)…
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‘No regrets working against Jonathan in 2015’ — Rotimi Amaechi
…says he and Fayemi birthed coalition idea Former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, says he has no regrets about playing a role in the removal of former President Goodluck Jonathan in 2015, insisting it was a necessary move to “save Nigeria” at the time. Speaking during an X space session titled Weekend Politics on Friday, Amaechi addressed speculations surrounding Jonathan’s…
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BREAKING: Ex-Agric Minister, Audu Ogbeh dies at 78
Former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh, is dead. He died on Saturday at the age of 78. A statement by the Ogbeh family on Saturday said the elder statesman died peacefully on Saturday. “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather; Chief Audu Ogbeh. He passed away…
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Bauchi gov urges Obi to return to PDP
The governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has appealed to the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, to return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Mohammed made the plea during a courtesy visit by Obi at the government house, Bauchi. “We want you to come back to PDP. Please come back, that is where you belong.…
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Ex-Abia deputy governor dumps PDP
A former deputy governor of Abia State, Rt. Hon. Sir Ude Oko Chukwu, has formally tendered his resignation letter as a member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the state and country. Oko Chukwu is the immediate deputy governor of the State. The resignation of Oko Chukwu from the PDP, came after his visit to the governor of Abia…
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2027: Jonathan is PDP’s strongest option- Lamido
A Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, has said former President Goodluck Jonathan remains the strongest option for the party in 2027, calling on the party to make concerted efforts to bring him back. Lamido described Jonathan as one who has led the country before, understands governance, and works well with others.…
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BREAKING: Sowore regains freedom from police detention
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has been released by the Nigerian police after being detained for two days. Sowore confirmed his release on Friday evening, expressing gratitude to supporters who stood by him during the ordeal. In a statement on his Facebook page, he wrote: “Nigeria Police Force has capitulated to the demands of the…
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Team Nigeria school sports contingent returns from Algeria
Athletes and officials of Nigeria’s school sports contingent have returned home after an impressive outing at the inaugural School Sports Games in Algeria. The team won a total of 25 medals to place fourth overall in the competition. Team Captain, Miracle Ezechukwu, described the event as a major exposure for young athletes, expressing optimism about future performances. “This is an…
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Sanwo-Olu warns LG chairmen against 2023 election repeat in Lagos
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday charged newly elected local government chairmen and their deputies to deliver the dividends of democracy to residents at the grassroots in order to secure support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections. He reminded them of the 2023 presidential election outcome in which the APC lost to the…
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2027: PDP threatens to sanction members endorsing Tinubu
…reprimands members over anti-party activities The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has threatened to sanction members endorsing President Bola Tinubu for re-election in 2027. PDP in a statement issued on Friday by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, lamented alleged persistent public media outbursts against the party by some prominent members of the party, saying…
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