Category: Politics
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PDP Chieftain Blames Tinubu for Party Crisis Over Wike’s Appointment
A Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Segun Sowunmi, has directly blamed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the ongoing crisis within the opposition party, pointing to the controversial appointment of Nyesom Wike as FCT Minister. “He has no business appointing our member into his cabinet without talking to us,” Sowunmi stated, adding that while the president…
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PDP’s Ajayi Rejects Ondo Election Results, Heads to Court
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ondo State, Agboola Ajayi, has formally rejected the results of the November 16th gubernatorial election, vowing to challenge the outcome through legal channels. Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) was declared winner in the election with 366,781 votes, while Ajayi secured 117,845 votes. In…
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Aiyedatiwa Wins Ondo Governorship Race with Over 366,000 Votes
Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has emerged victorious in Saturday’s Ondo State governorship election, securing a commanding win that transforms his role from acting governor to a full four-year mandate. According to results announced by INEC Returning Officer Prof. Olayemi Akinwunmi at 2:29 PM Sunday, Aiyedatiwa garnered 366,781 votes, far outpacing his…
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Ondo Election: Tinubu Rallies Support for Aiyedatiwa
In a show of political force, President Bola Tinubu’s administration has thrown its full weight behind Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s bid in the November 16 Ondo State governorship election, with Vice President Kashim Shettima announcing a new university teaching hospital for Akure at the APC’s final campaign rally. Speaking to a massive crowd in the state…
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The Chance Will Not Be There: Wike Dismisses Atiku’s 2027 Presidential Ambitions
Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has publicly dismissed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s potential bid for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential ticket in 2027, stating emphatically that such an opportunity “will not be there.” Speaking at a media parley in Abuja on Wednesday evening, Wike responded to Atiku’s recent criticisms of President Bola…
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Okpebholo Launches Five-Point Development Agenda, Makes Key Appointments
Governor Monday Okpebholo has taken office as Edo State’s 5th civilian governor, unveiling an ambitious five-point agenda focused on security, infrastructure, healthcare, food sufficiency, and education during his inaugural speech on Tuesday. In his first address as governor, Okpebholo declared war on criminals, emphasizing that his administration would take a firm stance against kidnapping and…
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Sowore Rules Out Coalition with Peter Obi, Cites Past Political Record
African Action Congress (AAC) former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has firmly rejected the possibility of forming a coalition with Labour Party’s Peter Obi, citing fundamental differences in political philosophy and governance experience. Speaking on the Honest Bunch Podcast, Sowore articulated his stance against collaborating with politicians who have previously held public office, directly challenging Obi’s…
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I’m a No-Party Statesman – Obasanjo Declares
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has declared himself a “no-party statesman,” distancing himself from any political affiliations while calling for optimism despite Nigeria’s current challenges. The former leader made these remarks on Saturday at a thanksgiving service held at the Methodist Church, Nigeria, Cathedral of Unity in Abuja. Speaking at the 80th birthday celebration of Onyema…
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Otti: Without Borrowing I’ve Paid N90bn of N191bn Debt Inherited
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has announced significant progress in reducing the state’s debt burden, revealing that his administration has paid down N90 billion from the N191 billion inherited debt within his first year in office. This achievement, disclosed during his monthly media engagement Governor Alex Otti Speaks to Abians in Umuahia, was accomplished without…
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Political Parties Sign Peace Accord Ahead of Ondo Governorship Election
As the race for the forthcoming governorship election in Ondo State heats up, major political parties and their candidates have signed a Peace Accord to ensure a peaceful and credible electoral process. The signing ceremony took place on Friday at the International Culture and Event Centre (The Dome) in Akure, the state capital. A total…