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2023: Akpatason’s Fourth Term Purported Endorsement Denied Less Than 24hrs…

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4 years ago

April 19, 2022

Less than 24 hours after Hon. Peter Akpatason reportedly received the endorsement of Okpameri stakeholders along with some APC leaders for a mandate renewal, his purported endorsement has run into stormy waters.

The purpoted is coming after 12 years as member representing Akoko-Edo Constituency in the House of Representatives,

The stakeholders were alleged to have met and announced their support for the aspirant’s continuation in office for a record of fourth term, based on some perceived impressive performance and their recognition of the benefits of the aspirant’s position as a ranking member of the federal parliament and what he could attract to the constituency.

But on Tuesday, the Chairman of the Okpameri Forum in Akoko-Edo, Chief Tosin Omolabi, in a statement, said there was never a meeting of such designation, stressing that “As stakeholders, we remain opposed to any tenure elongation especially by an aspirant who has served a record three terms, as the representative for the constituency without anything to show.

“The allegation that some faceless”

Okpameri stakeholders signed a document stating that, “…We are very proud of him and all of us are solidly behind him. We are here to let him know that we are not unaware of the destructive lies being peddled against his person by some self-seeking and self centred individuals, who over the past years, were given opportunities but they messed it up“, is not only a lie but a fabrication to suit the whims of the author”, the statement added.

It explained that “The APC as a democratic party has opened its doors to interested members to aspire to all elective offices including the House of Representatives. Several aspirants interested in this high office like Dr. Adetutu Owolabi, an American trained nurse and a doctorate degree holder, who has been very active building the lives of many in our communities and supporting the party and Mr. Taiwo Akerele, a former Chief of Staff to the Edo State governor are in the same race.

“Akoko-Edo land is yearning for development. 12-years is enough for any individual to impact in all ramifications. Akoko-Edo does not need a voice which was silent for 12-years to become ranking to change our story for the better. We are opposed to any aspirant buying supporters to rationalize a satanic tenure elongation. We are not interested just as we are fund-raising purchase nomination forms.

“The real Stakeholders of Okpameri extraction in APC, in conjunction with all other stakeholders from the other ethnic groups in Akoko-Edo, who believe in development of Akoko-Edo, will never call on him to go for us one more time. We also want the APC in Edo and the country to know that as members in Akoko-Edo we are prepared for the party primaries where all our aspirants after purchasing their nomination forms will present themselves to canvass our support as delegates”.

Besides, the statement warned that “We also like to add that we will not resist the urge to support any opposition candidate for the betterment of Akoko-Edo if the party imposes a greedy aspirant who has exhausted the people’s goodwill on Akoko-Edo”.

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BREAKING: 17 ADC Reps Follow Join NDC

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2 hours ago

May 5, 2026

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About 17 African Democratic Congress, ADC, lawmakers in the House of Representatives have defected to the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC.

This was disclosed by Speaker Abass Tajudeen on the floor of the House on Tuesday.

Tajudeen also announced the defection of Leke Abejide from the ADC to the All Progressives Congress, APC.

Lawmakers who defected to the NDC include Yusuf Datti, Uchenna Okonkwo, Adamu Wakili, Thaddeus Attah, George Ozodinobi, Lilian Orogbu, Oluwaseyi Sowunmi, Peter Aniekwe, Mukhtar Zakari, George Oluwande and Munachim Umezuruike.

Others are Emeka Idu, Jesse Onuakalusi, Ifeanyi Uzokwe, Afam Ogene and Abdulhakeem Ado.

This comes barely a day after former presidential candidates Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso defected from the ADC to the NDC.

Obi and Kwankwaso have pledged to continue their pursuit for a better Nigeria in the NDC.

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JUST IN: Why I left ADC For NDC With Kwankwaso – Peter Obi Opens Up

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22 hours ago

May 4, 2026

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A former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has given reasons why he resigned from the African Democratic Congress, ADC, to join the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, alongside a former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso.

In a long post on X on Monday, Obi insisted it was not out of anger or ambition.

Rather, he said the move is a continuation of the quest to build a new Nigeria.

Obi wrote: “Yesterday, I formally joined the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), alongside my dear brother, Engr. Dr Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, with one clear purpose: to continue the struggle for a new Nigeria built on justice, competence, accountability, and compassion for the ordinary Nigerian.

“As I stated yesterday, this decision was not made out of anger, personal ambition, or convenience. It came after deep reflection on the present condition of our nation and the urgent need to rescue Nigeria from the dangerous path it is currently heading.

“Over the years, I have remained steadfast in my conviction that politics should never be about individuals, positions, or personal gain. It must be about the people, especially the millions of Nigerians who today can no longer afford necessities, whose businesses are collapsing, whose children are losing hope, and whose future is becoming increasingly uncertain.

“I left the ADC for the same reason I left the Labour Party: the severe, orchestrated litigation and internal crises deliberately designed to ensure that I, alongside many other notable individuals, do not effectively participate in the electoral process. I sincerely appreciate and remain deeply grateful to the Leadership of ADC for the opportunity to work together in pursuit of a better Nigeria. I am particularly grateful to ADC Chairman Senator David Mark for his exceptional Leadership. I also deeply appreciate my Leader and elder brother YE, Atiku Abubakar, as well as other respected leaders within the party.

“As we join the NDC, I sincerely appeal to the Nigerian Government against the encouragement of unresolved litigations and the infusion of crises within political parties. Democracy must never become a weapon against the people. A healthy democracy thrives on strong institutions, credible alternatives, and the freedom of citizens to make choices without intimidation, manipulation, or fear. Opposition parties must not be weakened or destroyed, because when democracy loses balance, the people ultimately suffer.

“Nigeria today is passing through one of the most difficult periods in its history. Poverty is rising. Hunger is widespread. Insecurity continues to threaten lives and livelihoods. Businesses are shutting down daily. Our young people are becoming discouraged, and many citizens have lost faith in the system. At a time like this, leadership must be driven not by propaganda or division, but by competence, capacity, character, and compassion.

“Our decision to join the NDC is therefore not an abandonment of values, but a continuation of the same mission we have always stood for: building a Nigeria where leadership is about service, where public resources are managed responsibly, where institutions function independently, and where every Nigerian, regardless of tribe, religion, region, or social status, can live with dignity, security, and hope.

“I remain committed to working with all Nigerians of goodwill across political, ethnic, and religious lines. The task before us is bigger than any individual or political party. It is about the future of our children and the survival of our dear nation.

“I thank Nigerians, especially our youths and women, for remaining peaceful, resilient, and hopeful despite the enormous challenges confronting the country. I urge you not to lose faith in Nigeria. Nations do not change because people surrender to hopelessness; they change because people continue to believe, continue to sacrifice, and continue to stand for what is right.”

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Peter Obi, Kwankwaso Formally Join NDC, Warn Members Against Litigation

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2 days ago

May 3, 2026

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Peter Obi of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has warned party members to steer clear of any form of litigation that can plunge the party into chaos ahead of the 2027 elections.

Speaking in Abuja on Sunday after he was formally joined the party alongside the former governor of Kano State,

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso , the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party(LP), urged members to embrace dialogue in the interest of the party

“Please let there be no litigation. Party members, please don’t go to court. We want to build a party, we are not lawyers,” he pleaded.

The two political figures were received into the opposition party on Sunday at its national secretariat in Abuja.

Earlier, Obi had announced his exit from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), while Kwankwaso had indicated he was engaged in “wide-ranging consultations” with the NDC.

The National Chairman of the party, Cleopas Moses Zuwoghe, presented membership cards to both leaders at the event.

Speaking afterwards, Kwankwaso said their engagement with NDC stakeholders was driven by a shared vision and ideological alignment.

“We came to discuss with stakeholders of the party and found that our ideologies and beliefs are largely the same,” he said.

He urged Nigerians to register with the NDC ahead of the deadline for party membership registration, stressing the need for broader participation in the political process.