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Edo APC Chides Obaseki On ‘Wasteful Foreign Trip’
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The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on Governor Obaseki to put an immediate end to his “unwarranted and wasteful pleasure trips abroad” which, according to the party, very recently saw him gallivanting to Germany, Qatar and United Arab Emirates.”
The party, in a statement by its Assistant State Publicity Secretary, Victor Osehobo, urged the Governor to, “Stop wasting tax payers funds on these weird frivolous foreign trips in search of investors, whereas all you are doing is sight seeing while the business of governance suffers in the state”.
The party in the statement said, Mr Obaseki’s recent visit to Germany is the latest of the series of such “unnecessary trips he embarked on, during which he failed to meet or even interact with credible German business tycoons and investors to come into the state to grow an economy which he is noted for mismanaging.”
The party added that it was the “same story when the Edo State governor went to the expensive 2022 Doha Forum in Qatar to showcase non-existent business and investment opportunities in Edo, whereas his tenure so far has brought untold disadvantage to the estwhile business-friendly environment.”
On Governor Obaseki’s trip to this year’s Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) in Dubai, the party said that the governor had no business there because “no serious investor from that part of the world is willing to risk looking at his pitch for investments in the stillborn Benin River Port, the Enterprise Park, and the Benin Inland Container Depot/Dry Port, among other MOU projects.”
The APC described the foreign trips as a misplaced priority, alleging that Governor Obaseki was using “them to pocket scarce state funds under the guise of attracting imaginary foreign investors to the state.”
According to the APC, “In this year alone, he (Obaseki) has spent over N7bn for foreign trips. He says he is looking for foreign investors to come to the state. Is that amount not enough to invest in one industry that can create jobs?”.
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Meanwhile the APC has advised the Governor Obaseki-led administration to cancel its alleged plans aimed at silencing members of the public, especially APC faithful in the state who have been critical of the government’s policies, in the build-up to the 2023 general election.
The party said it has uncovered plans by some aides and allies of Gov. Obaseki to hound and attack identified critics of the state government, especially those belonging to the APC, with a view to silencing them ahead of the next general election.
The party, therefore, urged Governor Obaseki to halt such plans, saying it is undemocratic and unpopular and is capable of throwing the state into untold political turmoil and social crisis.
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2027: Jonathan May Get Automatic Ticket, If… – PDP
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August 7, 2025By
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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.
Politics
PDP Announces National Convention Zoning Committee Inauguration Date
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August 7, 2025By
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The People’s Democratic Party, on Wednesday, announced that the inauguration of its National Convention Zoning Committee will take place on Thursday, August 14, 2025, as part of preparations for its 2025 Elective National Convention.
The party invites key stakeholders to a significant event aimed at shaping the party’s future leadership structure.
This is contained in a press release by PDP’s National Organising Secretary, Umar Bature, on the party’s official X account.
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The inauguration is scheduled to start at 12:00 pm WAT at the NEC Hall, Wadata Plaza, Abuja.
The event will bring together PDP governors, members of the Board of Trustees, the National Working Committee, the National Executive Council, serving and former National Assembly members, as well as other key stakeholders.
“This is to formally inform and invite all our governors, BOT, NWC, NEC, serving and former NASS members, and all our stakeholders to the inauguration of the National Convention Zoning Committee (NCZC) of our great party,” the statement read.
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Oyo By-election: APC Unveils Campaign Council
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August 6, 2025By
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The All Progressives Congress in Oyo State, on Wednesday, inaugurated its campaign council for the August 16 Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election, charging members to ensure a resounding victory for the party’s candidate.
The PUNCH reports that a two-term member of the House of Representatives representing the constituency, Musiliudeen Akinremi, popularly known as Jagaban, died in July 2024.
The state APC chairman, Olayide Abas, gave this advice while addressing party leaders, stakeholders and supporters during the inauguration ceremony, held at the party’s Secretariat in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, the state capital.
Abas, who expressed sadness over the sudden demise of the late Akinremi, described him as a friend of the masses who delivered beyond expectations before his untimely passing last year.
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He recalled that only representatives from Alliance for Democracy, Action Congress of Nigeria and APC had made the constituency proud since 1999, warning against returning control to individuals he described as hawks and impostors.
Abas commended all aspirants from the constituency for their contributions to democracy and the APC, urging unity among stakeholders to ensure collective success in the forthcoming poll.
“Reps member Akin Alabi (APC- Egbeda/Ona-Ara) as Director-General of the Campaign Council, is mandated to mobilise support for the party’s candidate, Adewale Olatunji (Murphy).
“The newly inaugurated council comprises eminent party stalwarts, seasoned politicians, and dynamic administrators,” he said.
In his remarks, the Deputy Director-General of the campaign council, Gaphar Ojetola, commended members for their dedication and unity, pledging unflinching support to ensure the party secures an overwhelming victory in the election.
Ojetola assured stakeholders that the campaign council would give its best by working tirelessly with all party structures, mobilising grassroots support, and ensuring the electorate clearly understands and embraces the party’s progressive agenda.
Speaking on behalf of other aspirants, Monsuru Adeyemo appreciated the inclusiveness of the campaign process, noting that unity of purpose among members remained a critical factor in securing resounding electoral success across the constituency.
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