Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has firmly denied reports suggesting his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), declaring that he remains committed to both the party and his mandate to serve the people of Osun. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony for the dualisation of a 3.5km township road in Ila-Orangun, Adeleke dismissed the speculation, asserting, “I was elected on the platform of the PDP and so shall I remain…

Former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has declared that the coalition movement under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is doomed to fail and will not survive Nigeria’s political landscape. Speaking in an interview with Channels Television, Ortom firmly stated that he has no intention of leaving the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which he claims to lead in Benue State. He also dismissed speculation about joining the newly formed coalition. “People…

By Alade Adisa  The National Executive Committee, NEC, meeting of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, fixed for Thursday this week is generating anxiety among party leaders and members. The main reason, according to findings by New Daily Prime, is that the turnout may be too low. READ ALSO: Ortom defends G5’s rebellion against PDP in 2023, Atiku, party hit back The reason for the anticipated poor attendance is because members that…

The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, says he once turned down a ₦120 million house gift during his tenure as governor of Anambra State, choosing instead to have classrooms built in its place. Obi, who marked his 64th birthday on Saturday, July 19, made this known while expressing gratitude to Nigerians for their birthday wishes. Though appreciative of the goodwill shown, he explained that he does not indulge…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has addressed growing questions around the delay in the full membership of former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, and former Kaduna State governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai. The clarification came as the former Director-General of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum, Mr. C.I.D. Maduabum officially resigned from the PDP and joined the ADC. In a related development, APC chieftain in Delta State,…

By Damilola Olufemi and Fatimah Idera  A recent statement by Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, warning Peter Obi not to enter the state without obtaining prior security clearance, has sparked controversy and debate. Renowned lawyer and professor at Afe Babalola University, Prof. Sesan Fabamise, has weighed in on the issue, describing the governor’s demand as ‘null and void’ and ‘politically tone-deaf.’ He emphasised that the statement is not only illegal but…

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has clarified his recent statement urging Peter Obi not to enter the state without prior clearance. The governor, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, on Sunday, said his remarks were a directive on protocol and not a threat. He emphasised the need for high-profile individuals to adhere to security procedures. READ ALSO: “Deaths followed your visit” – Okpebholo tells Obi to…

Members of the Obidient movement have called on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to shelve his 2027 presidential ambition and throw his weight behind Mr Peter Obi to secure the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential ticket. The appeal was made during a massive rally in Umuahia, part of a coordinated ‘One Million Man-March for Obi’ held simultaneously across Umuahia, Aba, Ohafia, and Uzuakoli to celebrate Mr Obi’s 64th birthday. Speaking…

The Labour Party (LP) Caucus in the Nigerian Senate has strongly criticised Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, following his recent threat to bar the Labour Party’s 2023 Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, from entering Edo State. In a statement issued on Saturday, Senators Victor Umeh, Ireti Kingibe, Ezea Okey, and Tony Nwoye called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, and the Director General of the Department of State…

By Fatimah Idera and Helen Okechukwu Since the announcement of a coalition adopting the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its platform to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections, Nigeria’s political landscape has continued to experience significant shifts, with several prominent politicians defecting to align with the party. The wave of defections gained national attention in recent weeks, beginning with the exit of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar from…

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, issued a stern warning on Friday to Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, advising him not to enter the state without obtaining prior security clearance. The governor’s admonition follows Obi’s visit to Benin on July 7, during which he donated ₦15 million to St. Philomena Hospital School of Nursing Sciences for ongoing projects. READ ALSO: Okpebholo to probe Obaseki’s eight-year tenure…

Former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has provided his rationale for why he and other members of the G5 Governors’ Forum defied the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, during the 2023 general elections. Ortom stated that the G5’s actions were a stand for equity, fairness, and justice within the party. Speaking on Arise TV, Ortom explained that their opposition stemmed from the PDP’s refusal to…