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2023: Thousands Of Peter Obi Supporters Meet In Benin, Vow To Win Elective Positions For LP

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3 years ago

August 8, 2022

Thousands of supporters and several support groups of the Labour Party (LP) and its presidential candidate, Peter Obi recently gathered in a town hall meeting in Benin City, Edo State capital where they vowed to win seats into the state House of Assembly, House of Representatives and the Senate to provide the needed administrative support for an Obi presidency.

They also vowed to neutralize activities of saboteurs who they alleged were being planted in the party.

They also demanded that the candidates for various elective positions in the state be unveiled to them so that they could profile them and know who they are working for.

In his speech, the state chairman of LP, Lucky Ogbaloi said the party took time to pick its candidates who he said are people with track records, character and proven integrity in their various fields of life.

He said: “Peter Obi is the arrow head of LP as its presidential candidate, we are also aware that a tree does not make a forest. That is why we have candidates for various positions and we must ensure that others win elections so that they will run the government side by side with Obi.

“We have our hands on the plough, let us not look back. We are aware that some people are planning to do some funny things, we are not sleeping over it, we will put machinery in place to check this.

“What distinguishes Labour Party from other political parties is that it is ideologically and trade union driven to promote an active role in the country, create economic prosperity and provision of social services on a long term basis.”

He added that the above mentioned are what the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the federal level have both failed to provide for Nigerians.

Speaking at the event, the President of No Controversy Organisation, one of the support groups of Obi and LP, Dennis Ogbeide said “We don’t want saboteurs in our party because they are reaching out to us.

“All those political armed robbers are there so we want to know all our candidates, we want to know those who are not on the side of the political robbers so we can know our own.”

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Anambra Guber: No Competition, Other Candidates Just Raising Funds – Soludo

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12 hours ago

July 26, 2025

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Gov. Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra says his opponents in the upcoming Nov. 8 governorship election are merely using their candidatures as a means to raise funds.

Soludo, candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), made the assertion on Saturday during an endorsement rally organised by party faithful from the Anambra Central Senatorial District.

The political rally held at Ekwueme Square in Awka was organised to show support for the re-election of Soludo.

He said, “To ensure order, equity, and fairness in Anambra politics, the people came together and agreed on a zoning system among the three senatorial zones.

“Anambra Central started it with Mr. Peter Obi, followed by Anambra North under Dr. Willie Obiano, and now it is the turn of Anambra South, and we will have it for eight years.

“After Soludo, power will shift back to Anambra Central. So, there is no contest or vacancy in Anambra State Government House.

“As far as we are concerned, nobody else is contesting. The other contenders are just doing fundraising, meeting with state governors, and seeking support.”

Soludo expressed gratitude to the people for their solidarity and support, promising to sustain the transformation and development agenda of his administration.

“You have not seen anything yet; this is just the beginning. We are already putting plans in place for a rail network in the state, and it will be unveiled soon.

“We applied for this job, and we will continue working to improve the welfare of our people. With your continued support, Anambra will be transformed. A new Anambra is on the rise,” he said.

Soludo urged APGA faithful to go to their wards and mobilise the electorate to vote massively for APGA on Nov. 8.

Earlier, Mr. Chukwuma Okoye, Deputy Speaker, Anambra State House of Assembly, read a communiqué on behalf of Anambra Central, endorsing Soludo’s candidacy and reaffirming support for the zoning formula to promote peace, equity, and progress.

The event also featured the conferment of the chieftaincy title “Olu Atu Egwu” on Governor Soludo by the traditional rulers of the Anambra Central Senatorial District.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has scheduled the Anambra governorship election for Nov. 8, 2025, with 16 candidates in the race.
(NAN)

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‘Your Gov Dancing Hip Hop In Port Harcourt’ – Wike’s Aide Mocks Atiku [VIDEO]

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13 hours ago

July 26, 2025

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Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Saturday mocked former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.

Olayinka said while Atiku is preoccupied with what he termed “run kitikiti with kolision,” his state governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, was in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, dancing hip hop with Wike.

The University of Port Harcourt awarded an Honorary Doctor of Science degree to Wike on Saturday.

During and after the award ceremony, the FCT Minister, in the company of Fintiri and his other friends, was seen dancing to a variety of songs.

Posting a video on his Facebook wall of Wike dancing, Olayinka wrote: “Another Pepper Dem dance from Nyerisi and his friend.

“While one permanent presidential candidate dey run katakata kitikiti for Kolision, the governor of his state, Ahmadu Fintiri, dey Port Harcourt, dey dance Hip Hop with FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.”

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Why Peter Obi Should Inform Okpebholo Before Visiting Edo – Oshiomhole

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18 hours ago

July 26, 2025

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Senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Adams Oshiomhole, has stated that Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, should extend the courtesy of informing Governor Monday Okpebholo before visiting Edo State.

Oshiomhole made the remarks on Friday during an appearance on Arise TV’s Prime Time programme, amid growing controversy over Governor Okpebholo’s recent warning to Obi against entering the state without prior notification.

The governor had linked Obi’s earlier visit to a security incident that allegedly led to the deaths of three people, an assertion that has sparked backlash and accusations of political intimidation.

Defending the governor’s position, Oshiomhole argued that notifying state authorities before visiting state-owned facilities is a matter of protocol and mutual respect, especially for high-profile figures.

“Let’s be clear, the assets of Edo State are managed by the governor on behalf of the people,” the former Edo State governor said. “If I were to visit a public institution in another state, I would consider it proper to notify the authorities, this is just standard decency.”

Oshiomhole revealed that Obi was planning to visit a state-funded educational institution, noting that such a visit requires coordination with the appropriate government channels.

While acknowledging his long-standing acquaintance with Obi, Oshiomhole clarified their political divergence:

“Peter Obi and I have known each other for years. I respected him then, and I still do. But we don’t align politically, and I don’t agree with many of his positions.”

He maintained that the issue is not about politics or party affiliations but about observing protocol and showing respect for governance structures in any state.