Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki alleges the All Progressives Congress (APC) is borrowing between N2 billion and N5 billion to finance the inauguration of incoming Governor Monday Okpebholo. He also accuses the APC of mismanaging funds set aside for projects, warning of a manipulation of public...
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan reflects on the emotional challenges following his 2015 election defeat. Speaking at the Raymond Dokpesi Annual Diamond Lecture, he recounts feelings of isolation, his decision to concede peacefully, and the support he received from late media mogul...
The All Progressives Congress (APC) aims to regain control of Rivers State, with National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje expressing confidence during an event in Abuja. The party plans to rebuild its state chapter and welcomes the return of Dawari Ibietela George, a former Action Alliance...
APC Chairman Abdullahi Umar Ganduje asserts that the ruling party is poised to reclaim the Southwest, beginning with the Ondo governorship election. With a strategic focus on Oyo and Osun, Ganduje urges party unity, grassroots mobilization, and overwhelming support for President Tinubu ahead of...
Over 1,000 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) defected to the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano State. The mass migration, occurring ahead of the local government elections on October 26, was celebrated by NNPP leaders as a significant boost to their electoral ambitions.
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Asue Ighodalo, PDP's candidate in the Edo governorship election, has vowed to challenge the election results in court, claiming his mandate was stolen. He accused APC and INEC of vote manipulation and collusion. Ighodalo remains confident in reclaiming his mandate through the tribunal, with...
The APC dismissed Peter Obi as a "serial complainer" following his criticism of the Edo governorship election. Felix Morka, APC spokesperson, said Obi's refusal to accept election results is irrelevant. He urged defeated candidates to pursue legal action, citing unsubstantiated claims.
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Former President Muhammadu Buhari congratulates Senator Monday Okpebholo and the APC on their victory in the Edo State governorship election. He emphasizes the importance of unity among political parties to strengthen democracy and ensure continuous development in the state.
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Edo Governor Godwin Obaseki urges calm after the September 21 gubernatorial election, where APC's Monday Okpebholo emerged victorious. Obaseki called for peace and encouraged residents to seek legal redress if aggrieved, emphasizing the importance of maintaining order and trust in the democratic...
Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri condemned the Edo State governorship election, calling it a setback for Nigeria's democracy. Following INEC's declaration of APC's Monday Okpebholo as the winner, Fintiri criticized alleged electoral malpractices, including vote-buying and intimidation, stressing...
Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) won the 2024 Edo governorship election with 291,667 votes, defeating PDP's Asue Ighodalo and Labour Party's Olumide Akpata. Despite protests over alleged irregularities, INEC declared Okpebholo the winner, marking the APC's return to power...
APC’s Monday Okpebholo has won Oredo Local Government Area in the Edo State governorship election, defeating PDP’s Asue Ighodalo despite support from outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki. Okpebholo secured 30,780 votes, while Ighodalo gained 24,938. Labour Party's Olumide Akpata followed with 5,389...
Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) leads the Edo State governorship race by over 48,000 votes after results from 16 local government areas. His closest rival, Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), trails behind. Two more LGAs are expected to announce...
President Bola Tinubu urged candidates, political parties, and supporters to respect the democratic process during the upcoming Edo State gubernatorial election. He emphasized civility, patience, and the importance of peaceful conduct. Tinubu also commended the candidates' issue-based campaigns...
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar warns Edo voters against choosing the APC in the upcoming governorship election, emphasizing the need for change. He criticizes the APC for neglecting citizens' needs and supports Dr. Asue Ighodalo as a candidate capable of bringing integrity and progress to...
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has labeled the upcoming gubernatorial election as "a do-or-die affair," emphasizing its importance for the ruling PDP. With key candidates from PDP, APC, and Labour Party, the election on September 21 aims to reshape the state's political landscape amidst...
Nyesom Wike, former Rivers State Governor, defended his collaboration with the APC amidst accusations of being a mole within the PDP. In a recent interview, he challenged party members to admit their nominations for ministerial appointments, highlighting internal conflicts and raising questions...
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has withdrawn from the peace accord ahead of the September 21 governorship election in Edo State. The party cited a lack of police accountability and rising violence against its members as reasons for its decision, raising concerns about the electoral climate...
Jarrett Tenebe, the chairman of the APC in Edo, claims that gubernatorial candidate Monday Okpebholo will not appear on Arise TV due to residents' inability to afford cable subscriptions. This statement has sparked criticism from the public, linking economic struggles to the leadership of...
The Kogi State Government has denied reports that Governor Usman Ododo has defected to the PDP, clarifying that he remains a committed member of the APC. The rumors arose from a viral photo taken at a PDP event in Taraba, but officials insist the governor’s loyalty to his party is unwavering...
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