The Digest:
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has declared the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to be "torn to shreds," stating that no "sane" person would consider joining the platform today. The remark was made during the Senate's screening of INEC Chairman nominee Joash Amupitan, following an exchange with Senator Seriake Dickson about electoral credibility, highlighting the deepening political divisions.
Key Points:
- Senate President Godswill Akpabio stated the PDP is "torn to shreds."
- He declared that no "sane" person would join the party today.
- The comment was made during the screening of INEC nominee Joash Amupitan.
- It followed an exchange with Senator Seriake Dickson about election integrity.
- Akpabio cited the 2015 election, where President Jonathan conceded, as a sign of INEC's progress.
- Dickson countered by noting that the 2015 election was conducted under a PDP administration.
- The exchange underscores the intense political rivalry ahead of the 2027 elections.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
