Category: Politics

By Dauda Zhin.   Concerned leaders of People’s Democratic Party PDP in Delta state has accused Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta state of his conclusion to defect to All Progressives Congress APC.   A statement issued on Saturday jointly signed by Theophelius Ekiyor, Ochuko Oghenekome, and Ezekiel Chukwudi in an open letter to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori tagged “We, the CONCERNED LEADERS OF THE PEOPLES DEMOCRATIC PARTY (PDP) in Delta State, are compelled to address you in this open letter regarding the very disturbing rumours of your alleged plans to defect…

In a major administrative shake-up, Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has dissolved his cabinet, relieved the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Muhammad Ubandona-Aliyu, and all commissioners of their duties.   The announcement, made through a statement signed by Mohammed Illiyasu-Idde, Permanent Secretary, Cabinet Affairs and Special Duties in the Office of the SSG, confirmed that the dissolution takes effect from Friday, January 3, 2025.   “All outgoing commissioners are to hand over the affairs of their ministries and all government property in their possession to the Permanent Secretaries…

The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed allegations made by a factional chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Tony Aziegbemi, accusing Governor Monday Okpebholo of orchestrating attacks on three Local Government Area (LGA) headquarters in the state.   In a statement issued by the APC Chairman, Jarret Tenebe, the party described the accusations as “baseless, misleading, and politically motivated.” The PDP faction had alleged that Governor Okpebholo deployed armed thugs to seize control of the council headquarters in defiance of court orders.   Tenebe…

The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly criticized the factional Caretaker Committee of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), accused it of attempting to destabilize the State with baseless allegations and inflammatory rhetoric.   In a statement signed by the APC State Chairman, Jarret Tenebe, the party described the PDP’s accusations of “lawlessness” and “extermination of constitutional democracy” against Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration as unfounded and defamatory.   The APC defended the recent suspension of local government chairmen and vice chairmen by the Edo State House…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticized former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for his New Year message, describing it as a “gloom-ridden wishlist” aimed at scoring cheap political points.   In a statement issued by Felix Morka, the APC National Publicity Secretary, the party accused Obi of painting a misleading picture of Nigeria’s political, economic, and security situation. The APC emphasized that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has achieved significant progress since taking office, contrary to Obi’s assertions.   Morka outlined several…

In a renewed effort to tackle Nigeria’s food crisis, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has assured Nigerians of state governors’ commitment to supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s agricultural reforms aimed at reducing food prices and ensuring food security.   Governor Okpebholo made this known on Wednesday after joining Vice President Kashim Shettima, fellow state governors, and National Assembly leaders on a New Year visit to President Tinubu at his Ikoyi residence in Lagos.   Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Governor Okpebholo described the President as deeply passionate about…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has extended warm New Year wishes to Nigerians, expressed optimism for a brighter 2025. In a press statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the ruling party celebrated the resilience and perseverance of Nigerians despite the challenges faced in the past year.   The party lauded the efforts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration under the Renewed Hope Agenda, emphasized its commitment to tackling the nation’s longstanding developmental hurdles. According to the statement, the economic reforms initiated by the administration are beginning to…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has sharply criticized the recent military-style parade held in honour of Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, described it as a flagrant violation of Nigeria’s revered military traditions. Atiku also demanded an immediate and thorough investigation into the incident, which he considered a gross breach of military protocol.   In a statement released on Sunday by his media office and signed by his Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, Atiku expressed deep concern over the event, which was widely shared in a viral video…

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced his commitment to replicating the transformational achievements of Senator Godswill Akpabio in Akwa Ibom State to drive similar growth and development in Edo State. Governor Okpebholo made this pledge on Saturday night during a reception held in his honour in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. The Governor lauded Akpabio’s landmark accomplishments during his tenure as Governor of Akwa Ibom from 2007 to 2015, which repositioned the state as one of Nigeria’s most vibrant and beautiful.   Describing Akpabio as “the uncommon man,”…