Tag: Nigerian Politics
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Abba Abubakar Defects to APC, Backs Tinubu for 2027
Overview of the Defection Abba Abubakar, the son of former Vice President and 2023 PDP presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has switched allegiance from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a move that has sent ripples through Nigeria’s political landscape, Abba publicly declared his intent to work toward the re-election…
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Wike Backs Tinubu Amid Rift With APC Secretary: What It Means for Nigerian Politics
Overview: Wike’s Public Backing for Tinubu In a bold public stance, Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory and a seasoned political figure, declared his “total support” for President Bola Tinubu. The remark comes amid ongoing tensions between Tinubu’s administration and the APC national secretary, igniting debates about internal party cohesion and leadership…
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Wike Declares Total Support for Tinubu Amid Rift with APC Secretary
Wike Fires up Support for Tinubu Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has publicly asserted his unwavering backing for President Bola Tinubu. In a post on X, Wike stated that his support for Tinubu is total, signaling a strong alignment with the president amid ongoing political tensions within the All Progressives Congress…
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Osimhen Booed, Rivers Crisis, Joshua Update: Nigeria’s Weekend in Focus
Overview: A Weekend of Turmoil and Triumph in Nigeria Nigeria’s sports and political landscape collided over the weekend as fans and officials wrestled with a series of high-profile developments. From the AFCON stadium to the political arena in Rivers State, the country found itself at a crossroads between national pride and internal criticism. The week’s…
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Kano Governor Builds Broad Backing as Loyalty Register Opens Ahead of APC Defection
Growing Support Amid Defection Talks In Kano, political momentum is building around Governor Abba Yusuf as speculation mounts over a possible defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). After a series of consultations with elected officials, party executives, and influential support groups, the governor has secured the consent of the majority needed to push forward…
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Osimhen Booed, Rivers Crisis, Joshua Update: Nigeria in the Spotlight
Introduction: A Week of High-Profile Headlines from Nigeria Nigerian sports and politics dominated headlines this week as fans reacted to a tense AFCON moment, Rivers State politics reached a critical juncture, and boxing champion Anthony Joshua offered a fresh update amid ongoing debates about his next move. This triad of stories underscores how quickly football,…
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Kano Gov Secures Majority Support as Kwankwaso Opens Loyalty Register
Kano Governor’s Move: Behind the Loyalty Drive In a rapidly evolving political landscape, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has reportedly secured broad support from elected officials, party executives, and influential support groups ahead of a possible defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The effort centers on a carefully crafted “loyalty register” that, according to…
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Kano Governor Secures Wide Support as Loyalty Register Opens for Kwankwaso’s Move
Overview: A Diplomatic Push Underlying a Political Realignment In Kano State, political maneuvering is intensifying as Governor Abba Yusuf reports broad support from elected officials, party executives, and influential support groups ahead of a possible defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The governor’s consultations and the launch of a so-called loyalty register at a…
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APC Official Claims Wike Has No Right to Interfere in Rivers State Affairs
Overview: Basiru’s Position on Wike’s Involvement The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ajibola Basiru, has publicly stated that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, is not entitled to interfere in the party’s matters in Rivers State. Basiru’s comments come amid ongoing debates about party leadership, internal discipline, and…
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Fubara Declared APC Leader in Rivers by National Chairman: What It Means for the Party
Overview: A Definitive Statement from the APC The All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken a defining step in Rivers State by publicly recognizing Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the party’s leader within the state. The proclamation was delivered by the APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, during a recent appearance that focused on party structure, loyalty, and…