Bayelsa State Governor, His Excellency Douye Diri, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) together with 23 members of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly. The information was made public by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Daniel Alabrah, through a post on his official Facebook page on Wednesday. Although full details about the move have not been released, sources close to the state government said the governor and the lawmakers are likely to announce their next political direction in the coming days. According to reports, there are strong indications that the group may be planning to join the…
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Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The governor made the announcement in a televised address on Tuesday, confirming earlier rumours about his move to the APC. Speaking during the broadcast, Mbah said, “Today, after a long reflection, we have made the decision to leave the Peoples Democratic Party and join the All Progressives Congress.” His defection marks a significant political development in Enugu, a state long considered a PDP stronghold. Political analysts say Mbah’s switch could reshape the political atmosphere in the South-East ahead…
The upcoming national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), set to hold in Ibadan, is now uncertain following the recent defection of several PDP governors and top members to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The series of defections has stirred concerns within the opposition party, with many members worried about its unity and strength ahead of the 2027 general elections. Political observers believe the situation could further damage the PDP’s structure and weaken public trust in its leadership. For years, the PDP was seen as Nigeria’s major opposition voice, but the recent developments suggest its influence is gradually declining…
A fresh controversy has erupted online following a viral post alleging that Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, is using the identity of his late brother. The claim, which surfaced on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), was made by user @Mayordavid_9 (Mayowa-David), who wrote: “BREAKING NEWS: Peter Obi is using the identity of his late brother. — Labour Party reveals. Watch video below.” The post, which included a video clip attributed to Chigozirim Aliyu Emeakayi, quickly gained traction, amassing hundreds of views and sparking heated discussions among users. Reacting to the shocking allegation, another user, @PerpyR (Caroline…
Public affairs analyst and social reform advocate, Segun Awosanya, widely known as Segalink, has criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, saying his recent comments about justice and presidential pardon contradict his earlier positions. In a statement released on Monday, Segalink reminded the public that Atiku had recently backed activist Omoyele Sowore’s call for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), who is facing terrorism charges. He, however, questioned why the former Vice President is now speaking against the presidential pardon granted to some individuals jailed for less serious crimes. “Your Excellency, a few days…
A prominent member of the Obidient movement, Rev. Karigwe, has accused activist Omoyele Sowore of using his campaign for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), to weaken the growing political influence of Peter Obi in the Southeast. Rev. Karigwe, in a post on X (formerly Twitter), claimed that Sowore’s consistent advocacy for Kanu’s release appears more political than humanitarian. He said the move could divert attention and loyalty from Peter Obi, who has built a strong following in the region since the 2023 general election. According to him, releasing Kanu at this…
Tension is growing within the Obidient Movement as some of its members accuse sympathisers of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) of infiltrating the group and diverting it from its original purpose. The controversy began after a social media post by a well-known member identified as @nonconformist1, who alleged that “IPOB apologists and Kanu baby terrorists” had taken control of the movement. His post triggered a heated debate among supporters, with many expressing frustration over what they described as increasing hostility from IPOB loyalists within the group. Reacting to the post, another member, @NwokeAnambra, said he was shocked by the…
The internal crisis rocking the Obidient Movement has taken a fresh turn as two of its key diaspora directors announced their resignation from the group’s structure, citing lack of leadership, transparency, and accountability. In a joint statement titled “Decoupling from the Structure of the Obidient Movement” and signed by Dr. David Ogula and Bolanle Emiabata-Anibaba, both serving as Co-Directors of Diaspora Engagement, the duo expressed deep disappointment over what they described as a manipulative, dysfunctional, and self-destructive system within the movement. “Given a series of manipulative and self-destructive events, we, the undersigned, have decided to decouple ourselves from the present…
A fresh wave of crisis has hit the political camp of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar after some of his loyalists announced their resignation over his recent appeal for the release of detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu. The development has stirred strong reactions within the Atiku Support Organisation and related groups, especially among northern coordinators who described Atiku’s statement as “a betrayal of national security.” According to sources, several members have stepped down from their positions, accusing the former vice president of “supporting separatist views” to gain sympathy ahead of the 2027 elections. One of the regional leaders who spoke…
The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, has called for a comprehensive reform of Nigeria’s legal and media systems to rebuild citizens’ confidence in justice and governance. Speaking at the maiden summit of the Media Transformative Group (MTG) held at the IACD Centre, American Corner, Jericho, Ibadan, Dare warned that selective enforcement and weak institutions are eroding the nation’s moral and institutional foundations. Delivering a keynote address titled “Nigeria at 65;Systemic Problem,The way forward ,” Dare noted that Nigeria’s major challenge is not the absence of laws but their poor enforcement. “Our problem…