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  • APC convention: 3 dropped as Yilwatda, 21 others returned as NWC members 

     

    By Emmanuel Mogbede/Emmanuel Oloniruha
    Abuja:  )Three erstwhile members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Working Committee (NWC) were dropped at the just-concluded national convention of the party, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.
    Those who didn’t make the new team include: Deputy National Chairman (South), Hon. Emma Eneukwu, Deputy National Organising Secretary, Nze Duru and the National Financial Secretary, Hon. Bashir Gumel.
    NAN reports that the new NWC members were elected at the national convention through affirmative votes by a total of than 8,453 delegates from the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
    They are expected to steer the party’s affairs for the next four years, according to its Constitution.
    The newly-elected NWC members include: the National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda (Plateau); Deputy National Chairman (North), Hon. Abubakar Dalori (Borno) and Deputy National Chairman (South),Dr Ben Nwoye (Enugu).
    Others are the National Secretary, Sen. Surajudeen Basiru (Osun); Deputy National Secretary, Prof. Abdulkarim Kana (Nasarawa); National Vice-Chairman (North-Central), Mu’azu Rijau (Niger), National Vice-Chairman (North-East), Dr Mustapha Salihu (Adamawa) and National Vice-Chairman (North-West), Hon. Mohammed Datti (Kaduna).
    Also elected were National Vice-Chairman (South-East), Dr Ijeomah Arodiogbu (Imo); National Vice-Chairman (South-South), Chief Victor Tom Giadom (Rivers) and National Vice-Chairman (South-West), Isaac Kekemeke (Ondo).
    National Legal Adviser, Muritala Kankia (Katsina), National Treasurer, Uguru Ofoke (Ebonyi), National Financial Secretary (Jigawa) and National Organising Secretary, Suleiman Argungun (Kebbi) were also re-elected at the convention.
    NAN reports that all the deputy national officers, six national ex-officio members and  zonal officers elected at the six zonal congresses held on March 18 were also inaugurated alongside the NWC members.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
  • SPEECH BY HIS EXCELLENCY, PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR, AT THE 4TH ELECTIVE NATIONAL CONVENTION OF THE ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC)

    SPEECH BY HIS EXCELLENCY, PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR, AT THE 4TH ELECTIVE NATIONAL CONVENTION OF THE ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC)

     

     

    FRIDAY, 27TH MARCH 2026

    EAGLES SQUARE, ABUJA

     

    PROTOCOLS:

    Today, I stand before you with a heart full of gratitude, pride, and hope. Gratitude to God Almighty for His grace upon our nation and our party. Pride in what we have built together as a party since 2013, and optimistic about a bright future for our nation, despite the challenges we face.

     

    2. This 4th Elective National Convention of our great party is not merely a gathering. It is a defining chapter in the story of our democracy and our party. As a party, this Convention offers us the platform to renew our bond, strengthen our resolve, and recommit ourselves to the ideals that brought us together in the first place.

     

    3. We gather under an inspiring and powerful theme, “Unity in Progress: Consolidating the Renewed Hope Agenda. Unity in Progress, as the main theme, is a potent and timely reminder that progress is impossible without unity.

     

    Unity in Progress: Consolidating the Renewed Hope Agenda

     

     

    4. Thirteen years ago, we dared to dream differently and to act boldly when, as patriots, we set aside our political differences and came together for national redemption and to save our country from the economic doldrums into which the then-ruling party had plunged it.

     

    5. We are united around a shared belief: that our country can be greater and better served; that democracy must work for every Nigerian; that leadership must be anchored in vision, discipline, justice, and development.

     

    6. That historic unity gave birth to a movement that changed Nigeria’s political landscape forever. Today, as we reflect, we do so with deep appreciation for the founding fathers, women, youth, and party faithful who built this platform with sweat, courage, and conviction.

     

    7. Let us stand and observe a moment of silence in memory of our first leader and the first elected president produced by our party, President Muhammadu Buhari.

     

    (May Allah continue to keep his soul in Aljana Firdaus).

     

    8. Let us also stand and observe another moment of silence in memory of other leaders and members, with whom we started this journey together and who have passed on to eternal glory:

     

    (May their souls rest in perfect peace).

     

    9. All the departed members and those of us still alive bearing the torch did not build this party for division and selfishness. Together, we have the duty to ensure that the vision of our founding fathers is not diminished. We must deepen it.

     

    10. Let me say this clearly and sincerely: Our greatest strength has never been in our size or numbers, but our unity. Political parties do not fail only through electoral defeats. Often, they falter when ego overrides ideology or when ambition replaces discipline. They fail when individual interests threaten the collective good. We must guard against those tendencies at all costs.

     

    11. Therefore, this Convention must send one clear message to Nigerians and the world: Our party is strong, united, focused and ready for the future.

     

    12. We must also remind ourselves that this party is not merely a vehicle specially built to carry ambitious politicians to electoral victories. It was founded as a vehicle for national transformation, a home for anybody who wants to build a Nigeria where governance works, institutions function, opportunities abound, security reigns, poverty declines, and every Nigerian, regardless of tribe, religion, region or social status, can live with dignity and hope.

     

    13. Let me reiterate, especially to those who often lament and misunderstand us: we do not seek a one-party state. Democracy thrives on vibrant and healthy competition. As a statesman and political leader, I believe in a credible opposition—one that can challenge, question and help refine policies. That is how statecraft improves, and good governance is achieved. That is how nations advance.

     

    14. While we welcome criticism, the constant attacks by opposition groups on the Electoral Act 2026 are a disservice to the Nigerian people. It is public knowledge that the processes leading to the amendment of the 2022 Electoral Act passed through the crucible of legislative scrutiny, including public hearings. The Electoral Act was passed by the National Assembly, elected by the Nigerian people in accordance with the 1999 Constitution.

     

    The Act reflects our collective quest as a nation to strengthen our electoral system and consolidate democratic rule. Therefore, our commitment is to uphold the rule of law, conduct credible elections and protect the integrity of our elections, and continue building a stronger, secure, and united nation.

     

    15. When Nigerians reaffirmed our leadership of the country as the governing party in 2023, we made a solemn promise to chart a new course for national renewal through the Renewed Hope Agenda. That agenda was not conceived as just another campaign slogan. It was conceived as a governing philosophy.

     

    16. We knew the road to reform would be tough. We knew rebuilding Nigeria would require courage, patience, and difficult decisions. But we also knew: no nation rises by hiding from the truth. No economy grows by sustaining wasteful subsidies or dysfunctional priorities. No future is built on perpetual self-denial.

     

    17. That is why we chose the path of reform, And I assure you: The sacrifices of today are laying the foundation for Nigeria’s prosperity tomorrow. Our leaders, party members, and supporters can take pride in the success we have achieved in redirecting our country.

     

    18. Fellow compatriots, since assuming office, our government has remained focused on delivering on its mandate to the Nigerian people. Despite the complex global economic and political environment and the fact that we are currently experiencing another unanticipated blowout arising from the US-Israeli-Iranian War, we have made notable strides. We have made strides in infrastructure development, including the construction of superhighways and concrete-and-steel roads.

     

    19. Apart from roads, we are modernising our seaports and airports. We have begun the implementation of a historic tax and fiscal policy reforms. We are implementing social investment programmes, and have embarked on efforts to strengthen our national security.

     

    20. We have further built up foreign exchange buffers to protect the economy against external shocks. Our stock market is booming, and listed companies are recording mega profits. Our GDP is growing. We have successively recorded trade surpluses. Inflation has declined steadily for eight consecutive months to 14.45%, while food prices are easing, bringing gradual relief to households. Business confidence is returning, with 12 consecutive months of economic activity expansion.

     

    21. Investor confidence has vastly improved. Our oil and gas sector has once more become attractive to foreign investment, following our reforms. Our Eurobond issuance was oversubscribed by 400%, and Nigeria exited the FATF Grey List, marking a decisive return to global financial credibility.

     

    22. Despite these achievements, we continue to face legacy issues such as electricity supply, debts to GENCOs and gas suppliers, and antiquated transmission infrastructure. Recently, we announced plans to address this by establishing the Grid Asset Management Company (GAMCO), which will inject approximately 1,600 megawatts into a new grid corridor.

     

    23. Tonight, you heard testimonies from beneficiaries of some of our programmes. Our programmes are real, visible, feasible, impactful, measurable, and not mere rhetoric, as some opposition elements like to say. We are moving from survival mode to stability and steadily towards an era of prosperity.

     

    24. To the young people of our party and our nation, let me speak directly to you. You are not only the future of Nigeria. You are our hope for a more glorious and assured future. Your creativity, innovation, digital fluency, enterprising spirit, and courage are our greatest national assets. This party must continue to open more doors for youth participation, not as props, but as decision makers. We must nurture a generation of young progressives who are not only politically active but intellectually grounded, morally disciplined, and nationally committed. The future we seek cannot be built without you at its centre.

     

    25. To the women of Nigeria and our party, I say: Your role in our growth and stability is essential. This party must continue to open wider spaces for women to lead, influence policy, and shape Nigeria’s democracy. A party that excludes women weakens itself; a party that empowers women will be stronger and more resilient. We have heard your calls, and we will act to ensure more women occupy leadership roles in party organs and government at all levels.

     

    26. As we continue the programme of this Convention, let us do so with maturity, mutual respect, and fidelity to due process. Conventions are not just observance of periodic party rituals. They are for institutional renewal. They present opportunities to deepen internal democracy, strengthen the party platform, reorganise our structure, and reaffirm our collective direction.

     

    27. I call on every delegate, aspirant, leader, and stakeholder to conduct themselves with integrity. Let no contest divide us. Let no outcome embitter us. At the end of this convention, our party must be the victor. We are one family, marching forward with clarity, discipline, and purpose.

     

    28. I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the Convention Planning Committee, led by His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Aminu Bello Masari, CFR, and His Excellency, Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, GCON. Your dedication and excellence have set a new standard for organisation and service.

     

    29. I must take a moment to specially appreciate our Governors for the pivotal roles they played in the organisation of this Convention. I commend Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State, who served as Vice Chairman II; Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State, who served as Secretary; and Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, who served as Treasurer, for their dedication and leadership.

     

    30. I also wish to recognise Governor Dapo Abiodun, Chairman of the APC National Convention Venue Sub-Committee, for his remarkable commitment, including the funding and delivery of the venue setup.

     

    31. I equally extend my heartfelt appreciation to all our Governors and Ministers whose collective efforts, unity of purpose, and commitment ensured the seamless planning and resounding success of this Convention.

     

    32. To all those who will be elected today: carry this trust with humility, fairness, and unwavering commitment to our party’s ideals. The future of APC, and Nigeria’s democracy, depends on your leadership. Lead with courage, lead with integrity, and lead with vision.

     

    33. May your leadership inspire confidence, strengthen unity, and deliver progress worthy of the faith our members have placed in you.

     

    34. May you continue to win more converts into the party as we have done in the last two years, when an unprecedented number of new members, governors, senators, representatives, old and current, join our party from other political parties.

     

    35. This growth demonstrates the strength of our beliefs and Nigerians’ trust in our Party. My charge to you is to sustain this expansive political structure through credible leadership and transparent party management, anchored in a reliable, verifiable database of our members nationwide.

     

    36. May God bless our great party. May God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

     

    Thank you all.

     

    Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR

    President, Commander-in-Chief of The Armed Forces,

    Federal Republic of Nigeria

  • APC national convention: Security beefed up as 8,453 delegates elect new NWC members

    APC national convention: Security beefed up as 8,453 delegates elect new NWC members

     

    By Emmanuel Mogbede and Emmanuel Oloniruha

    Abuja:  Security has been beefed up around Eagle Square, Abuja, venue of the All Progressives Congress (APC) national convention, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.

    NAN also reports that all the major roads leading to the venue of the convention were manned with security personnel, with patrol vehicles stationed at intervals around the area.

    While the personnel of Nigeria Police, Department of State Services and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps were conspicuous, delegates to the convention were also being subjected to through screening before being allowed access to the main venue.

    NAN correspondents who were at the venue also observed restriction of both human and vehicular movements, in line with the announcement made on Thursday by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Wilson-Jack.
    Wilson-Jack had, in a circular, directed all the federal workers whose offices are around the Eagle Square to work from home on Friday owing to the party’s national convention holding there.
    NAN also reports that the organisers of the national convention had described the exercise as very critical, as it is expected to produce new National Working Committee (NWC) members who will steer the party’s affairs for the next four years.
    A total of 32 state governors and no fewer than 8,453 delegates from across the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are expected to elect the new NWC members.
    Hon. Aminu Masari, Chairman of the APC National Convention Central Coordination Committee, had earlier assured of adequate security for all the participants at the convention.
    Masari’s assurance comes amidst reports that some aggrieved members of the party had instituted court cases to stop the convention.
    Masari, however, said that the party had not received any court notice, adding that as a law-abiding organisation, the APC would always abide by the law.
    The former Katsina governor said it was unfortunate that some members did not understand the zoning arrangements of the party’s NWC positions.
    He said that some members left the positions zoned to their geo-political zones and paid for forms meant for other zones, saying this was the reason they were not able to access the nomination forms.
    “We are not aware anybody has gone to court. We have not been served. I am sure you know we are a responsible party. If we are served, we will take notice of that.
    “APC is a responsible party in Nigeria. In line with federal character, all offices are zoned. If you come to buy form, you are buying for the positions zoned to your zone,” Masari said.
    NAN reports that the APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda and some other members of NWC are expected to be returned with affirmative votes, as they are unopposed.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
  • Aggrieved APC aspirant, Fubara Dagogo, dismisses report of his alleged suspension

    Aggrieved APC aspirant, Fubara Dagogo, dismisses report of his alleged suspension

     

    Amb. Fubara Dagogo, an aggrieved aspirant in the scheduled All Progressives Congress (APC) national convention, on Friday, dismissed the report of his alleged suspension by his ward executive vommittee in Rivers.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) observes that Dagogo was reportedly suspended by members and the Ward 4 Executive Committee of APC in Bonny Local Government Area in Rivers following his legal action against the party.

    (From Left: Amb. Fubara Dagogo, an aggrieved aspirant in the APC’s National Convention, and his lawyer, Chief Ogochukwu Onyema, at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday.)

    The committee had accused him of gross misconduct and anti-party activities.

    The decision was said to have been conveyed by the Ward Chairman, Richard Ibani, who said the resolution followed a meeting of the committee held on March 16.

    NAN earlier reported that Dagogo, in the suit, prayed Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja to nullify the outcome of any APC’s national congress for the position of National Vice Chairman, South South, without his physical participation

    The plaintiff had alleged that he was unlawfully excluded from contesting the position of National Vice-Chairman, South-South, despite paying ₦5.1 million for the expression of interest and nomination forms.

    Dagogo, who was at the court on Friday with his lawyer, described his suspension from the party as “untrue.”

    Reacting in an interview, the aggrieved aspirant queried the information.

    “How do you react to the issue of your suspension by your party,” the Journalists asked.

    “Which party,” Dagogo asked.

    “The All Progreseives Congress (APC),” the journalists responded.

    “You mean my party? Suspended who? I am sorry, they are not talking to me.

    ” I believe those people that carried out that suspension need to be properly guided.

    “Because I know very well that, that purported action was not for me and whatever action is being carried out, it is expected that they exhaust the constitutional provisions,” he said.

    According to him, I strongly believe that these are people that have just newly come into the party.

    “This is a party that His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has tutored us right from Action Congress of Nigeria, on how to explore internal party mechanisms before taking resolutions.

    “I believe if an executive is to take resolution, they must exhaust all the party’s mechanisms in accordance with the constitution of the party and ensure that suspending someone complies with the law.

    “But at the moment, that suspension is not for me because we have so many Fubaras and Dagogos.

    ” Some people will say I am related to Dagogo Jack, some will say I am related to Siminalayi Fubara, but I strongly believe that, that exercise is not for me.

    “So I still remain a bonafide, founding member of APC. I still remain a critical stakeholder of this party.

    “I still remain a renewed hope founding associate of Mr President and a legacy ally of this party,” he said.

    Dagogo debunked the allegation that he failed to explore internal mechanisms of the party in resolving the issue of his aspiration.

    He said he had exhausted all the processses before approaching the court.

    He, however, said that he was fully in support of the candidature of President Tinubu as party’s presidential flagbearer; Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda as APC’s national chairman, and in support of other aspirants vying for other offices.

    Dagogo said he had instructed his supporters to back Tinubu and Yilwatda, among others in the convention.

    According to him, President Tinubu’s candidature is undisputed because he is our leader.

  • Aspirant prays court to void outcome of APC convention for National Vice Chairman, South South position

    Aspirant prays court to void outcome of APC convention for National Vice Chairman, South South position

     

     

    An aggrieved aspirant, Amb. Fubara Dagogo, has prayed the Federal High Court in Abuja to nullify the outcome of any All Progressives Congress (APC)’s national congress for the position of National Vice Chairman, South South, without his physical participation.

    Dagogo urged Justice Joyce Abdulmalik to determine whether there could be a legitimate zonal congress for South South APC with his alleged unlawful exclusion after he was duly cleared and paid for his expression of interest (EoI) and nomination forms.

    The plaintiff, who is a chieftain of the party, named APC and Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, APC’s National Chairman, as 1st amd 2nd defendants.

    Dagogo also listed Hon Victor Giadom, party’s National Vice Chairman, South South, and Sulaiman Muitamma, APC’s National Organising Secretary, as 3rd and 4th defendants respectively.

    The matter, which was fixed for hearing on Friday before Justice Abdulmalik, could not proceed due to the absence of the judge.

    The case, listed as “number 6” on the cause list, was subsequently adjourned until March 30 for mention.

    In the originating summons, marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/591/2026 dated March 22 and filed March 23 by his lawyer, Chief Ogochukwu Onyema, Dagogo sought six reliefs.

    He sought a declaration that by virtue of APC’s Payment Acknowledgment Receipt No. 26827 dated March 13 and issued to him, he is entitled to be issued with the requisite EoI and Nomination Forms as an aspirant for the position of National Vice Chairman, South —South Nigeria.

    “A declaration of this honourable court that no APC National Chairman South South can emerge from the 25 March, 2026 APC Zonal South-South Zonal Congress when an aspirant like the plaintiff was excluded.

    “A perpetual injunction restraining the defendants from conducting any zonal congress for South-South APC, on Thursday 25th day of March, 2026 as slated in the APC 2026 Schedule Of Nationwide Congresses, National Convention And Related Activities.

    “Until the form of the plaintiff is duly issued, and he is given not less than seven days notice to prepare and participate in the zonal congress, to be conducted on another day.

    “An order of court declaring as NULL and Void and of no Effect, the outcome of any APC National Congress for the position of National Vice Chairman South South conducted on 25//3/2026 or any other time, without the physical participation of the plaintiff,” he prayed.

    Dagogo equally prayed the court to award a general damages of N100 million against the 3rd and 4th defendants jointly and severally for the discomfitures, embarrassments and mental torture, they occasioned to him with their ill conduct.

    “An order of the honourable court awarding, a 10% interest per month on any judgment sum, until same is liquidated,” he added.

    Dagogo, in the affidavit attached to the application, averred that he is a card-carrying member of APC aspiring for the office of National Vice Chairman, South South.

    He said in line with the APC’s schedule, he was cleared and the party received and acknowledged his payment of N100, 000 and N5 million for the Expression of Interest (EoI) Form and Nomination Form respectively on March 13.

    Dagogo said the same day, he went to the 4th defendant’s office to collect the forms and the 3rd defendant, who presently occupies the position he is vying for, saw him and inquired which form he came to collect, and he was told that he is contesting for his present office.

    “That knowing my popularity and acceptability, and that I will likely win and displace him from the office, he brazenly issued instruction stopping the workers from issuing any EoI and Nomination Forms to me.

    ” And they simply told the me that forms for Natiinal Vice Chairman South South has finished, as if they customised the forms,” he said.

    He said in a bid to exhaust internal remedies, he complained to Yilwatda, through a letter dated March 18 but got no response till date, among other party leaders he sought to meet.

    Dagogo, who said Section 20(1)(A) of the Constitution of APC provides that every officer of the party shall be elected through democratic election during congress, urged the court to grant his reliefs in the interest of justice.

    But the APC, in a preliminary objection filed by its lawyer, Kayode Okunade, urged the court to strike out or dismiss the suit for want of jurisdiction.

    Okunade also prayed the court for an order striking out the originating summons filed by Dagogo as incompetent.

    The lawyer, in his eight-ground argument, said the subject matter of the suit borders on the internal affairs of a political party, which is non-justiciable and outside the jurisdiction of the court.

    He said Dagogo’s complaint, relating to non-issuance of nomination form despite payment, concerns the conduct of party congresses and pre-primary processes, which are within the exclusive domestic jurisdiction of the party.

    Okunade argued that the applicant lacks the locus standi to institute the action, having not been duly recognised as a valid aspirant under the APC Constitution and Guidelines.

    He said the suit is premature, the applicant having failed to exhaust the internal dispute resolution mechanisms provided under the party’s constitution.

    The lawyer, who said the suit constitutes an abuse of court process, aimed at inviting the court to interfere in the discretionary powers of a political party, argued that Dagogo had not disclosed any reasonable cause of action against the respondents.

    In his replying on points of law, Onyema who urged the court to dimiss the preliminary objection, argued that illegality in party processes should attract judicial sanction.

    The lawyer, citing previous cases, including APC vs. Marafa (2020), submitted that “political party affairs remain internal only to the extent that they are conducted in accordance with the law and party’s rules.”

    According to him, once fraud, illegality or breach of mandatory provisions is introduced, the matter becomes justiciable, among other arguments.

    “We therefore implore my lord to dismiss this preliminary objection, assume jurisdiction and determine the matter on its own merit,” he said.

  • Governorship Aspirant Defects from APC in Plateau 

    Governorship Aspirant Defects from APC in Plateau 

     

    According to report by Vanguard on Monday, March 23, 2026, Brigadier General John Sura (rtd), a former governorship hopeful in Plateau State, has formally resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking another notable defection from the party.

    Sura, who joined the APC in 2025 after leaving the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), announced his decision in a statement made available to journalists in Jos.

    Addressed to the APC Chairman of Panyam Ward in Mangu Local Government Area, Sura’s resignation is effective immediately. In his letter, he expressed gratitude to party members for their support and collaboration during his short tenure, stating, “I thank the leadership and members of the party for the support accorded to me while I was a member.”

    Political insiders indicate that Sura plans to reveal his next political affiliation soon, suggesting that he is preparing for another chapter in his political career. His exit comes amid a period of active party realignments and defections, highlighting ongoing shifts in Plateau State’s political landscape.

    This development follows a series of high-profile movements in Nigerian politics, with politicians frequently switching parties in pursuit of new opportunities or strategic positions ahead of upcoming elections.

    While Sura’s departure is expected to have localized impact within Plateau APC, observers note that it could signal further adjustments within the state’s political alignments.

    Sura’s resignation underscores the fluid nature of party loyalty in Nigeria, particularly as politicians navigate complex dynamics between national influence and local constituencies.

    Party watchers will be closely following his next steps to gauge potential effects on the APC and opposition strategies in Plateau State.

    As the political scene evolves, stakeholders and constituents alike remain attentive to these developments, anticipating the implications for upcoming elections and governance in the state.

    The coming days are likely to clarify Sura’s intentions and the broader ramifications for Plateau’s political environment.

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  • Reps hopeful Kehinde Bello vows equitable distribution of meaningful projects

    Reps hopeful Kehinde Bello vows equitable distribution of meaningful projects

    By Lawal Abdullahi-Jubril

    A House of Representatives aspirant, representing Ijebu North- Ijebu East- Ogun Waterside Federal constituency, Kehinde Bello, has assured residents of equitable distribution of meaningful development projects across all communities in the constituency if elected.

    Bello gave the assurance while addressing supporters, emphasizing his commitment to inclusive governance and grassroots development.

    Bello noted that his representation would prioritize fairness by ensuring that no ward or community is neglected in the execution of development initiatives.

    He explained that his vision is to attract projects that directly impact the lives of ordinary people.

    Bello stressed that development must be people-centered and evenly spread to achieve sustainable growth.

    The aspirant further stated that he intends to establish a transparent system for identifying the needs of different communities.

    Through consultations with traditional rulers, youth groups, women associations, and other stakeholders, he said his office would ensure that projects reflect the real priorities of the people.

    Bello also promised to champion empowerment programmes that would create opportunities for young people and women across the constituency.

    He noted that economic empowerment remains a key factor in reducing unemployment and strengthening local economies.

    He said effective representation goes beyond making laws, adding that a legislator must also serve as a bridge between the people and government institutions.

    Bello assured constituents that he would maintain open communication channels to keep residents informed about projects and policies affecting them.

    While highlighting the importance of accountability, Bello pledged to regularly brief constituents on his activities if chosen to represent them.

    According to him, transparency and periodic engagement with the electorate would help build trust and ensure that public resources are used for the collective good.

    Bello reiterated that unity among communities would be essential to attracting federal attention and development projects.

    He encouraged residents to work together and support initiatives that promote peace, cooperation, and progress within the constituency.

    He lauded the leadership of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in the state led by Gov. Dapo Abiodun, the party Chairman, Yemi Sanusi and the leadership of the party in his federal constituency for ensuring the stability and growth of the party.

    NAN/Flowerbudnews

  • Again, 3 senators dump PDP for APC

    Again, 3 senators dump PDP for APC

     

    By Kingsley Okoye
    Abuja:   Senators Amos Yohanna (PDP Adamawa), Abass Iya (PDP Adamawa) and Ikra Bilbis (PDP Zamfara) have defected from Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to All Progressives Congress (APC).

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the senators’ defection was announced in separate letters read by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, at plenary on Wednesday.

    Yohanna, in his letter, said he was resigning from the PDP that sponsored his election to the senate and defecting to APC.

    He attributed the decision to what he called prolonged and unresolved internal divisions within PDP at national level.

    This, the senator said, had significantly impaired cohesion and effective functioning of the party.

    “The persistent crisis has created a structural fracture within the party, affecting its national leadership and operational stability.

    “I hereby formally notify the senate of my decision and my formal defection to the APC.

    “This communication is intended to ensure full compliance with constitutional requirements and to place the senate on proper notice of the circumstances surrounding my resignation from the PDP and defection to the APC,” he said.

    In his own letter, Iya said he was formally informing the senate of his decision to resign his membership of the PDP and officially defect to the APC with immediate effect.

    “This followed the persistent crisis within the national level.

    “The deepening of internal factions and the ongoing leadership tussles which resulted in multiple court cases have created uncertainty regarding the party’s stability and the possible prospect of the party in the forthcoming election.

    “This informed my decision to withdraw my membership of the party and to defect to the APC,” he said.

    To Bilbis, his decision to quit PDP and join APC was a difficult but necessary decision.

    This, he said, came after extensive and wide consultations with his political associates as well as key stakeholders within his constituency and beyond.

    “My primary allegiance remains to the good people of my senatorial district. I represent their collective aspiration for effective governance, and that is what is guiding this move.

    “My decision is predicated on prolonged internal crisis in my former party, the PDP, and the need for alignment with the centre and to continue to support the national agenda of President Bola Tinubu.

    “I formally request that you direct the Clerk of the Senate to reflect this change in the records of the senate that I am no longer a member of the PDP but now belong to the APC,” he said.

    In his remarks, Akpabio said that the current administration, before assumption of office, met a challenged economy, saying that the president had steadily brought reforms.

    He said that the decisions on oil subsidy removal and harmonisation of exchange rate for the country were already bringing in fund into the consolidated revenue.

    The senate president said that state governments were meeting their obligations because they were getting their funds in line with the constitution, adding that the sub-nationals were doing well.

    According to him, APC is putting Nigeria on a trajectory of growth, total reformation and rebirth.(NAN)

  • BREAKING: Gov. Lawal of Zamfara formally defects to APC

    BREAKING: Gov. Lawal of Zamfara formally defects to APC

     

    By Shuaib Sadiq

    Gusau:  Gov. Dauda Lawal of Zamfara has formally defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), ending speculations over the past weeks.

    Lawal’s defection was announced by Alhaji Nuhu Salihu-Anka, Director-General, Media and Communication, Office of the Governor, in Gusau on Monday.

    “The Government and APC family of Zamfara State wish to formally inform the general public of an important political development following extensive consultations with stakeholders, political leaders, elders, and supporters across the state.

    “After careful consideration, and in the overriding interest of stability, progress, and the sustainable development of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, the Executive Governor of Zamfara, has decided to formally defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC),” Salihu-Anka said.

    He said Lawal’s decision was reached after wide consultations with political stakeholders and supporters, particularly in view of the prolonged internal crisis, leadership disagreements, and unresolved structural challenges within the PDP at both the national and state levels.

    “These challenges have continued to create uncertainty and distractions that could hinder effective governance and the delivery of democratic dividends to the people of Zamfara.

    “The governor emphasised that his primary responsibility remains the peace, security, and development of Zamfara.

    “Consequently, it became necessary to align with a political platform that provides greater unity, stability, and stronger cooperation with the Federal Government for the benefit of the people.

    “The final deliberation leading to this historic decision was held at the Government House in Gusau under the coordination and leadership of the Deputy Governor, alongside senior government officials and key political stakeholders,” Salihu-Anka said.

    He added that Lawal expressed deep appreciation to members and supporters of the PDP for their cooperation and support over the years.

    “However, he noted that the present political realities and the unresolved crisis within the party have made it necessary to take this bold step in the interest of good governance and the future of Zamfara.

    “By joining the APC, the governor reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening unity, improving security, accelerating development, and ensuring that Zamfara benefits fully from stronger collaboration with the federal government.

    “The government, therefore, calls on all citizens, political leaders, party supporters, and stakeholders to remain calm, peaceful, and supportive as the state enters this new political phase aimed at promoting unity, stability, and development,” Salihu-Anka said. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)