By Ismail Omipidan, Abuja It was long foretold. Many Nigerians have been expecting the news. And by Wednesday, July 16, 2025, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), formally resigned from the party. It is the third time he would be resigning from the party. Apart from his latest resignation, he had resigned in the build up to the 2007 presidential election to join the defunct Action Congress (AC), and in the build up to the 2015 presidential election to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). His resignation was announced by his…
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The death of former President Muhammadu Buhari marks a pivotal moment for his political veterans, particularly those rooted in the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC), the party he established over a decade ago. Since President Bola Tinubu’s rise in 2023, the influence of Buhari’s faction within the ruling APC has diminished, with prominent figures like Nasir El-Rufai openly rejecting Tinubu’s second-term ambitions. Political observers predict Buhari’s passing may catalyze a realignment of his followers. Both the APC and the opposition African Democratic Congress are vying to capture the former president’s base, now estimated to comprise millions across Nigeria’s north. General…
Atiku Abubakar’s political journey is one marked by multiple failures, inconsistencies, and growing irrelevance that starkly contrast with the progressive and transformative agenda currently underway under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership. As a perennial presidential candidate who has contested six times and lost every election since 1993, Atiku’s trajectory demonstrates a troubling pattern of political opportunism and division that has undermined Nigeria’s democratic and developmental progress. Despite his long political career, Atiku has been unable to secure a single presidency, most notably losing the 2023 Presidential election decisively to the ruling party candidate. This defeat was fueled by factors such…
Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has formally resigned from the opposition party. This development, confirmed in a letter dated July 14, 2025, signals a significant shift in Nigeria’s political landscape as the country approaches the 2027 general election. The resignation notice was sent to the chairman of the PDP’s Jada 1 ward in Adamawa State, underscoring Atiku’s personal connection to his local political base. According to the letter, shared on X by Atiku’s Special Assistant on Media, he expressed a deep appreciation for the opportunities provided by PDP over the years.…
In a post by Imran on X showing former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai visiting the grave of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, Katsina State. This visit occurred just one day after Buhari’s burial on July 15, 2025, following his death on July 13, 2025, in London at age 82. The post sparked significant discussion on X, with many users expressing skepticism about the intentions behind the visit. Comments ranged from calling it “grave side politics” to predicting Atiku’s future political moves, suggesting the visit might be a strategic effort to…
A viral social media post has stirred public interest after it claimed that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar was seriously ill and en route to Dubai for treatment when he received the shocking news of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s death. According to the tweet shared by user @agupard_a, Atiku reportedly abandoned his travel plans mid-flight and returned immediately to Nigeria upon hearing the news. The tweet reads: “Atiku was sick and was flying to Dubai. The moment he heard Buhari was dead, he came back.” While the claim has not been officially confirmed by Atiku’s media team, it has fueled…
A series of explosive allegations have emerged on X (formerly Twitter), accusing the social media personality known as @OluomoOfDerby of engaging in serial fraud. The claims—made by multiple users—detail a staggering trail of unpaid debts totalling over £13,500 across at least two victims. Below is a breakdown of the main posts fueling this scandal. The Allegations 1. “It is very important people know who you are in public and in private…” User @taadelodun warns Oluomo to reveal his true character, hinting at a darker side behind the public persona. The tone suggests that there’s more behind his façade than previously…
A warning has been issued by Turkish diplomatic authorities regarding the activities of the Fethullah Terrorist Organisation, asserting that the group operates in Nigeria and globally. At an event marking Democracy and National Unity Day in Abuja, Turkish Ambassador Mehmet Poroy outlined the risks posed by the Gülen movement, maintaining that its members “are still being captured and arrested today.” Poroy explained that, through persistent international partnerships, Turkey has managed to undermine significant elements of FETO internationally, yet “the group’s international structures have not been fully dismantled globally.” He described the dangers of FETO’s subtle presence within Nigeria’s education and…
In a concerted effort to gain prominence in global maritime affairs, Nigeria has intensified its drive to obtain a Category C seat on the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council. This initiative was highlighted at a recent high-profile international maritime and aviation conference convened in Singapore. Representing the Nigerian Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, NIWA’s Managing Director, Mr. Bola Oyebamiji, made a compelling case for Nigeria’s strategic maritime vision. He emphasized the government’s ongoing plans to revamp maritime infrastructure, aimed at fostering a maritime industry that is secure, sustainable, and attractive to investors. During the symposium, Oyebamiji underscored the vast…
In a momentous event on July 15, 2025, President Bola Tinubu led a distinguished delegation to the hometown of former President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura to oversee the final rites and burial ceremony of the late leader. The solemn gathering reflected Nigeria’s collective homage to Buhari’s legacy as both a military Head of State and a democratically elected president. Upon arrival at Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Airport in Katsina, Tinubu personally received Buhari’s remains, which had been flown in from London where Buhari passed away on July 13. The flag-draped casket was met with a military honour guard and an…