Politics
APC, PDP Trade Blames On Edo Election Tribunal Shooting
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and the All Progressives Congress (APC) have traded blame on the shooting incident at the Edo Governorship Election Tribunal in Benin on Wednesday.
A man suspected to be political thugs disrupted proceedings of the tribunal shouting, “Give us our mandate,” while shooting sporadically.
The shooting caused panic with lawyers, members of the tribunal, and others at the proceedings scampering to safety.
Swiftly reacting to incident in a statement, the state Chairman, Jarret Tenebe, described the incident as a “deeply disturbing and unacceptable act of violence that undermined the sanctity of the judicial process.”
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Tenebe accused supporters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of carrying out what he described as a dastardly act.
Tenebe, in the statement made available to the newsmen, described the tribunal as a sacred space where justice was meant to be administered impartially.
“Any act of violence within its walls undermines the very foundation of our legal system and threatens the safety of all involved.
“Regardless of political affiliation, resorting to violence to resolve disputes is never justifiable.
“We must all condemn such actions in the strongest possible terms.
“Violence has no place in a civilised society, and those responsible for this heinous act must be brought to justice swiftly and without exception,” the chairman said.
However, in a counter-statement, the PDP in the state disassociated itself from the shooting incident.
A statement by the state Chairman of the PDP, Dr Tony Aziegbemi, described the incident as yet another in the series of clandestine efforts by the APC to frustrate the legal process and tarnish the image of the opposition party.
“The APC in Edo, who are clearly scared of justice, have continued their devious ploy to frustrate our party from reclaiming the mandate duly given to us by the good people of Edo in the last governorship election at the tribunal.
“They have now resorted to deploying thugs disguised in PDP-branded attire to disrupt the legal process while pointing accusing fingers at our party,” Aziegbemi said.
Politics
By-Election: Idahosa Assures Of More Infrastructural Development In Ovia
Deputy Governor of Edo State, Hon. Dennis Idahosa has assured the people of Ovia Federal Constituency of continual infrastructural development as part of effort to improve the economic well-being of the people.
Idahosa, however, urged the people of support ahead of the Ovia federal constituency bye-election scheduled for August 16.
The state’s deputy governor, gave the assurance during the party’s campaign at Oduna and Oghede Wards for the by-election.
Idahosa urged the people to keep faith with the APC, as the party never failed in its campaign promises in the state.
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According to him, “unlike the other parties, especially the PDP, we have never failed to keep to our electoral promises in Edo state.
“Experience has taught you not to rely on the PDP that failed you for the past eight years in the areas of roads and Gele-gele Sea Port.
“We have always been different and be rest assured that this time, we don’t intend to deviate from the norm which we are known for; delivery of democratic dividends in Edo state.
“As a matter of fact, you all can attest to the fact that our people oriented governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo has started making the difference around you here just within six months in office.”
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The deputy governor appealed to the people for support to enable the governor continue with the execution of more projects in the areas.
Speaking on Omosede Igbinedion choice as APC candidate for Ovia Federal Constituency, Idahosa said,
“the APC is a party that wants the best for the people.”
High point of the campaign was Igbinedion granting of scholarship to two girls that showed bravery by opening canvassing support for her.
Politics
Use Edo By-election As Template For APC’s Victory In 2027, Idahosa Urges Residents
Deputy governor of Edo State Hon Dennis Idahosa, has urged the people to show their readiness to support the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027 general elections by using the House of Representatives bye-election scheduled for August 16 as a template.
Idahosa hinged his call on the fact that Governor Monday Okpebholo had shown his readiness for governance within a year in office and deserved to be supported by the people.
The deputy governor stated this when the APC campaign team birthed at Uhiere, Okokhuo, and Isiuwa, Ovia North-East Local Government Area of the state.
According to him, the Ovia Federal Constituency bye-election is for the people to show “capacity” and nothing more.
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“The Executive Governor of our dear state, and my Principal, Monday Okpebholo, by the grace of God, through your support, has promised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu 2.5 million votes.
“The efficacy of that promise starts on August 16 with the Ovia Federal Constituency bye-election.
“This is not a normal election, it is an election to show capacity. The results you give to Omosede unlocks the key to accessing the dividends of democracy.
“The margin of winning is important. This is why we are all here to convince you to ensure that we get at least 70 percent votes from the registered voters in this area,” he stated.
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The deputy governor who led the APC team for the campaign said the party’s candidate, Hon Omosede Igbinedion, had the capacity to entrench the dividends of democracy to the area.
At Isiuwa, NIFOR Community, Idahosa praised the people for making the area an APC stronghold.
He said he was not there for the campaign but to introduce their daughter to them and asked them for their support to the party’s candidate for the bye-election.
Similarly, Idahosa also appealed to the people of Okokhuo community for support.
Omosede who was full of praises in visited wards, said “this is the first time, in a long while, since 2015, I am here with a broom, a symbol of development and advancement.
“You know, the umbrella is tattered and scattered, and you know the PDP has fallen. I am grateful to you all who took the time to be here.”
She told the people to hold her accountable for every campaign promise she made.
Politics
2027: Jonathan May Get Automatic Ticket, If… – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is reportedly considering offering former President Goodluck Jonathan an automatic ticket to contest the 2027 presidential election, if he returns to the party and plays a more active political role.
This was revealed by Daniel Woyengikuro, the PDP’s National Financial Secretary, during an exclusive interview in Abuja. Woyengikuro emphasized Jonathan’s continued influence within the party and the nation’s politics, describing him as the PDP’s national leader.
“Is he not the best candidate for us at this moment? He is not just a former president; he is the leader of the party now. Aside from [former President Olusegun] Obasanjo, the next person in line is him. Goodluck Jonathan is the national leader of this party,” Woyengikuro said.
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He confirmed that the PDP has been consulting with Jonathan and his associates, aiming to bring him back into the party’s mainstream leadership as part of a larger strategy to reposition the party and address Nigeria’s growing political and economic challenges.
“Nigeria has reached a point where we need to salvage this country — for our generation and for those to come,” Woyengikuro added. “When we talk about the Southern Presidency, someone like Goodluck Jonathan stands out.”
When asked directly if the party would consider granting Jonathan an automatic ticket, Woyengikuro responded emphatically:
“For me, that’s what I firmly stand for. You can quote me anywhere — I want him to come. An automatic ticket for him, as it stands now. Because we must salvage both this party and the nation.”
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He further asserted that Jonathan’s return would significantly reshape the political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections.
Woyengikuro also praised Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, calling him a “vibrant leader” and a strong candidate from the South capable of bridging Nigeria’s generational divide.
“These are the two main individuals I stand for: Goodluck Jonathan and Seyi Makinde,” he concluded.
The PDP is expected to intensify its internal consultations in the coming months as it prepares for the 2027 general elections.
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