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APC, LP And The Politics  Of Selective Performance Tourism  In The South East – By Pastor Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

APC, LP And The Politics Of Selective Performance Tourism In The South East – By Pastor Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

APC, LP AND THE POLITICS OF SELECTIVE PERFORMANCE TOURISM IN THE SOUTH EAST Let us be honest: every political tour has its own bias. When a Presidential Media Team linked to the Renewed Hope family visits Ebonyi, Enugu and Abia, we must expect that the reading of performance will not be completely innocent. Ebonyi is APC. Enugu is increasingly friendly territory to the centre. Abia is LP, and whether anyone admits it or not, APC is watching Abia with serious political interest because Alex Otti remains one of LP’s strongest subnational symbols. So yes, bias is possible. Very possible. But…
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OTTIMANIA MOVEMENT: Why Abians Are Rallying Behind Otti’s Second – Term Bid – Ambassador Osita Offor

OTTIMANIA MOVEMENT: Why Abians Are Rallying Behind Otti’s Second – Term Bid – Ambassador Osita Offor

Why Abians Are Rallying Behind Otti's Second-Term Bid - Ambassador Osita Offor As discussions about the future of Abia State gradually shift towards the 2027 governorship election, support for Governor Alex Chioma Otti's continued leadership is gaining momentum across various segments of the state. Many stakeholders, community leaders and grassroots groups have continued to point to the governor's developmental strides as justification for calls urging him to seek a second term in office. Among those championing this cause is Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor "De Ultimate Commander" (Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia Ancient Kingdom), who has remained a prominent advocate of continuity…
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Appeal Court Suspends Execution Of Judgement Against ADC, 4 Others

Appeal Court Suspends Execution Of Judgement Against ADC, 4 Others

Appeal Court Suspends Execution Of Judgment Against ADC, 4 Others The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered the stay of execution of the judgment that directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties. In a unanimous decision, a three-member panel of the appellate court led by Justice A. B. Mohammed, berated Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja for flouting an order it made on May 22, which directed him to suspend proceedings before him. The appellate court held that Justice Lifu’s action amounted to…
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NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms

NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms

NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms Ahead of 2027 Presidential and general elections, the National Leadership of the National Democratic Congress, NDC has made all its Governorship amd National Assembly candidates to sign the mandatory indemnity forms. According to the party, this is stringent anti-defection policy aimed at preserving party loyalty and strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions, just as it warned that the party would rely on the affidavit when candidates dump the party for other political paries after Primaries Speaking yesterday in Abuja at the Party’s National Secretariat, the National Chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas said…
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‘They Will Listen To Me’ – Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity

‘They Will Listen To Me’ – Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity

‘They Will Listen to Me’ — Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has reiterated his belief that dialogue and engagement with all relevant stakeholders remain critical to addressing Nigeria’s persistent security challenges. Obi made the remarks during an interview with broadcaster Rufai Oseni on the Nevon Black Box programme while responding to questions surrounding the controversial engagements between Islamic cleric Sheikh Abubakar Gumi and armed bandit groups operating in parts of northern Nigeria. The former Anambra State governor maintained that lasting peace can only be…
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Atiku Camp Fumes Over Deregistration Of ADC By FCT Court

Atiku Camp Fumes Over Deregistration Of ADC By FCT Court

Atiku Camp Fumes Over Deregistration Of ADC By FCT Court The camp of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has reacted to the Federal High Court judgment ordering the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to deregister the party. In a statement posted on X, Atiku’s media aide, Paul Ibe, described the ruling as a manifestation of a bid to entrench a one-party state. Ibe revealed that a pending appeal and an active stay-of-action order already exist to counter the High Court’s decision. Recall that Justice Peter Odo Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday…
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NDC Governorship Candidate Picks Kwankwaso’s Son As Running Mate

NDC Governorship Candidate Picks Kwankwaso’s Son As Running Mate

NDC Gov’ship Candidate Picks Kwankwaso’s Son As Running Mate The governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has picked Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, the biological son of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, as his running mate. The young Kwankwaso is the immediate past Commissioner for Youths and Sports. Spokesperson of Kwankwasiyya, Habibu Saleh Mohammed, confirmed the development in a terse statement on Monday. “HE Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo unveiled Hon Mustapha Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as running mate for 2027 Governorship Election,” he said. The younger Kwankwaso had resigned from Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration after the…
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Ikenna Ukwa Commissions Borehole Built By APC Chairman In Arochukwu LGA

Ikenna Ukwa Commissions Borehole Built By APC Chairman In Arochukwu LGA

Ikenna Ukwa Commissions Borehole Built By APC Chairman in Arochukwu LGA Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, the APC flagbearer for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency on Sunday commissioned a water borehole constructed by the APC Chairman of Arochukwu LGA, Mazi Sunday Torty for his community in Abagwu village, Arochukwu LGA. The borehole project was initiated and funded by Mazi Sunday Torty as part of his contribution to community development and in support of Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa's aspiration for the House of Representatives and other APC candidates in the State. Speaking while commissioning the facility, Hon. Ikenna Ukwa commended the Party Chairman for…
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2027: Why Atiku Picked Amaechi As Running Mate

2027: Why Atiku Picked Amaechi As Running Mate

2027: Why Atiku Picked Amaechi As Running Mate The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has selected former Minister of Transportation Mr. Rotimi Amaechi as his running mate for the 2027 election. Sources close to the party indicate that Atiku made this decision after considering candidates from both the South-East and South-West regions. It appears that the choice of a candidate from the South-South was made after recognizing Amaechi’s extensive network as a former governor of Rivers State and a former minister in the administration of the late President Muhammadu Buhari. This network…
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List Of 48 Powerful Lawmakers Who Lost APC Reps Primaries

List Of 48 Powerful Lawmakers Who Lost APC Reps Primaries

FULL LIST: 48 Powerful Lawmakers Who Lost APC Reps Primaries Before the first shot of the 2027 elections is fired, no fewer than 50 current members of the 10th House of Representatives will not be in the 11th House, as reported by Vanguard. Why? At press time on a penultimate Sunday, no fewer than 48 All Progressives Congress, APC Reps have lost at the primaries held nationwide, at the penultimate weekend. Two legislators in Bayelsa did not join the race because they are seeking higher political offices. The figures are expected to be higher because APC is yet to release…
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