Category: Communitions

“It’s About Friendship, Not Politics” — Kwankwaso on Meeting Makinde in Ibadan

Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

Rabiu Kwankwaso, national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has clarified that his recent closed-door meeting with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde was a personal courtesy visit, not a political alliance. Kwankwaso, the NNPP’s 2023 presidential candidate and former Kano governor, met Makinde at the governor’s office in Ibadan on Wednesday. The two-hour session coincided with Kwankwaso’s inauguration of the NNPP’s new state office and discussions with party officials, including National Chairman Ajuji Ahmed, Publicity Secretary Ladipo Johnson, and Board of Trustees Secretary Buba Galadima. Addressing reporters, Kwankwaso…

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Wike’s Performance Boosted APC in FCT Despite Not Being a Party Member – Basiru

Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

In a striking political twist, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has been credited with boosting APC’s local government wins despite not being a party member, with APC National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru praising Wike’s governance and strategic initiatives for swaying voter support. Speaking on TVC’s Beyond the Headlines, Basiru highlighted that Wike’s management and infrastructural initiatives across the Federal Capital Territory over the past two and a half years directly contributed to the party’s electoral success. Basiru described the minister’s achievements as “sterling,” noting that development was evident not just in urban…

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“Political Violence Cannot Be Ignored, Investigate the Assault on Obi, Oyegun” – Senator Natasha

Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has called on security agencies to launch a full investigation into the reported assault on former Governor Peter Obi and ex-APC National Chairman John Odigie-Oyegun in Edo State, warning that escalating political aggression threatens Nigeria’s democratic stability. The Kogi Central lawmaker described the incident as “deeply disturbing,” stressing that violence, intimidation, and harassment have no place in a democratic society. Speaking on Wednesday, she expressed concern about overzealous political actors who, in an attempt to show loyalty to leaders, allegedly targeted opposition figures. “Actions like these are…

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“Begin Constitutional Amendment for State Police Immediately” – Tinubu Pressures Senate

Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to immediately begin amending the Constitution to create State Police as insecurity worsens across Nigeria. TV Platinum reports that the President made the demand during an interfaith breakfast with senators at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. He said the country can no longer rely only on federal policing to tackle terrorism banditry and insurgency. Tinubu told lawmakers that Nigeria now faces complex security threats that require structural reform. He argued that State Police would allow governors to respond quickly to crimes within their…

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ADC Vows Justice, Drags APC To ECOWAS Court Over Alleged Attack On Peter Obi

Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

The African Democratic Congress has declared that it will sue the All Progressives Congress at the ECOWAS Court of Human Rights over the alleged attack on Peter Obi in Edo State. TV Platinum reports that the party described the incident as political terrorism and vowed to escalate the matter beyond Nigeria. Yunusa Tanko, national coordinator of the Obidient Movement, revealed that the attack happened in Benin shortly after Obi and other party leaders returned from the ADC secretariat. The leaders had just welcomed Olumide Akpata, the 2023 Labour Party governorship…

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Gov Mohammed Dismisses Defection Rumors, Vows to Remain in PDP

Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

Bauchi Governor, Bala Mohammed has publicly shut down speculation about his alleged plan to dump the Peoples Democratic Party, declaring that he remains firmly committed to the PDP. Speaking during a Ramadan Iftar with political stakeholders from ten local government areas at the Government House in Bauchi, the governor made it clear that he has no intention of joining any other political party. The meeting drew party executives, traditional leaders, and community representatives who gathered to engage with the governor on political and governance matters. Mohammed said the continued backing…

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Nigeria’s Bigger Than Any Minister, Call Wike to Order Now, or Risk Democracy – Bode George to Tinubu

Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Bode George, has urged President Bola Tinubu to immediately caution Nyesom Wike, insisting the FCT minister no longer belongs to the PDP. George said the party expelled Wike during its convention in Ibadan last November and that the decision remains valid. He stressed that Wike cannot claim to speak for any PDP faction because he is no longer a member. He accused the minister of using federal influence and security agencies to intimidate political opponents from Abuja to Rivers. He also…

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Tinubu urges Akume, Alia to reconcile for Benue’s peace, development

Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

President Bola Tinubu has called on George Akume and Hyacinth Alia to reconcile and work together for the peace and progress of Benue State. Vice President Kashim Shettima delivered Tinubu’s appeal during the Progressive Governors’ Forum Renewed Hope Ambassadors Strategic Summit in Abuja, addressing APC governors, former governors, ministers, lawmakers, and party leaders. Highlighting Akume’s decades of public service, Tinubu praised him as an elder statesman, noting his experience as Director of Protocol, Permanent Secretary, governor, senator, minister, and now SGF. The President urged him to extend a hand of…

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Labour Party Turmoil: No Retreats, Mandate Runs Till 2028 – Abure Camp

Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

Julius Abure’s aide, Aju Elumelu-James, has  affirmed that the Labour Party chairman’s tenure remains valid until 2028, calling claims of its expiration politically motivated and stressing that the documented election process cannot be distorted. Elumelu-James explained that after the death of former chairman Abdulkadir Abdulsalam in December 2020, the party’s National Working Committee appointed Maria Lebeke as acting chairman pending a substantive replacement. According to him, the National Executive Council met on March 29, 2021, and unanimously elected Abure to complete the late chairman’s tenure, which was scheduled to end…

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No Ransom Paid: FG Dismisses Claims of Secret Deal to Free Abducted Niger Schoolchildren

Khadijat Shidali Ajechi

The Federal Government has strongly denied reports that it paid a huge ransom and released militant commanders to secure the freedom of pupils kidnapped from St Mary’s Boarding School in Niger State. In a statement, Minister of Information and National Orientation Muhammad Idris described the allegation as false and misleading. He said the claims attempt to damage the image of Nigeria’s security agencies and ignore the sacrifices they make daily. He insisted that no money changed hands and no militant leader was released in exchange for the children. According to…

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