‘Integrity, Transparency Must Drive Abia’s Development’ – Sir Udensi Tells Gov. Otti (VIDEO)
Renowned security expert and political figure, Sir Chikwe Udensi, has praised Governor Alex Otti of Abia State for his efforts in restoring confidence in governance, particularly through regular salary payments and visible infrastructure projects. However, he also raised concerns about transparency and accountability in the state’s contracting processes. Speaking on ABN TV’s Political Perspective, Sir Udensi noted that Governor Otti...
$3B Rail Investment: ‘Thank You For Reconnecting East To National Markets’ – Deputy Speaker, Kalu Lauds Tinubu
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, CFR, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for approving a $3 billion allocation for the completion of the Eastern Rail Line, describing the move as a historic economic breakthrough for the South East and the country at large. In a statement issued on Thursday and made available...
PDP National Convention Scheduled For November
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced a new date and venue for its upcoming National Elective Convention, moving it from August to November 2025. PDP National Publicity Secretary Debo Ologunagba made the announcement on Thursday during a press conference in Abuja, following the party’s 101st National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. According to Ologunagba, the convention will now be held in Ibadan,...
Mayor Lucky Igbokwe Reaffirms Loyalty To PDP Amid Defection Rumors
Mayor Lucky Igbokwe, a prominent political figure in Abia State and member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has reaffirmed his allegiance to the party, putting to rest growing speculation about a potential defection. Speaking after a recent meeting with Julius Abure, National Chairman of the Labour Party, and Chinedum Orji, former Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly...
2027: “Coalition Will Support Any Worthy Candidate” — Amaechi
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, said yesterday that coalition leaders will fully support the African Democratic Congress’ eventual presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. Amaechi stated this on a day the ADC, said policies being implemented by President Bola Tinubu’s administration have failed to alleviate the sufferings of Nigerians. This is even as former governor of Jigawa State and...
PDP: Saraki Urges Members To Stay United Amid Party Crisis
Former Senate President Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki has called on members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to remain steadfast and united despite the party’s current internal challenges. He urged loyalists not to give up but to work together to rebuild the PDP and uphold its legacy. Saraki’s message came in a heartfelt statement shared on his official Facebook page...
APC, PDP Clashes Over Adeleke’s Defection Plan
The Osun State chapters of the All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party have traded words over the aborted defection plan of Governor Ademola Adeleke. The APC said Adeleke was rejected because he would be a liability and would hurt the integrity of the party. But the PDP, which insisted it would not join issues with the opposition party, said...
2027: Amaechi Pledges To Oppose Tinubu’s Second Term Bid
Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, South-South leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and former Minister of Transportation, has declared his intention to oppose President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for a second term in the 2027 general elections. Addressing a large crowd of supporters at the Port Harcourt International Airport on Wednesday, Amaechi voiced strong discontent with the Tinubu administration, blaming it...
2027: Obi Is Free To Run With Or Without Me — Datti Baba-Ahmed
Datti Baba-Ahmed, the Labour Party’s 2023 vice-presidential candidate, has stated that Peter Obi is welcome to seek the party’s presidential ticket again for the 2027 elections—whether or not he remains his running mate. Speaking on The Morning Brief, a Channels Television programme on Wednesday, Baba-Ahmed emphasized his respect for Obi, saying, “Peter Obi is someone I have tremendous respect for....
Four PDP Senators Defect To APC, Senate President Confirms
Four senators elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to represent their various senatorial districts in the current tenth Senate have formally defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, read their separate letters on the floor of the chamber, where they cited irreconcilable differences within the opposition PDP as...
