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Edo Poll: APC Guber Aspirant Steps Down, Says Party’s Decisions Greater Than Individual’s Ambitions

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Ahead of the 2024 governorship poll in Edo State, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state, Mrs Victoria Amu, has disclosed her intention to step down from the governorship race.

Amu, who commended the Senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Mr Adams Oshiomole, for excellent management of APC’s matters, said she would no longer purchase the party’s nomination forms.

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According to her, she would abide by the APC’s decisions.

She noted that the party’s resolutions were larger than any individual’s ambitions, saying: “While I am passionate about the prospect of serving the good people of Edo State as their governor, I want to make it unequivocally clear that my ambition is not greater than the supremacy of our party. The APC’s collective goals and the well-being of the people of Edo State are of utmost importance to me. I am fully aligned with the party’s vision and principles.

READ ALSO: APC’ll Lose Edo Gov Poll Like Kano Defeat – PDP

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“Party supremacy is a fundamental principle that guides our democratic process. I am fully committed to upholding this principle and contributing to the success of the APC in Edo State. Our collective strength lies in unity, and together, we will build a party that truly represents the aspirations of the people.

“As a loyal and committed member of the APC, I want to reassure everyone that I will abide by the decisions of our great party. The APC’s internal processes, including primaries and other party mechanisms, are essential for maintaining democracy and ensuring that our collective goals are achieved. I am fully aligned with the party’s values and will wholeheartedly support the candidate chosen by the APC.

“Party unity is paramount as we approach the 2024 elections. I am dedicated to working collaboratively with party members, leaders, and stakeholders to ensure a strong and united APC in Edo State. Together, we will continue to build a party that represents the aspirations of the people.”

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While thanking the state’s APC leader and a former governor, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, she hailed his leadership qualities and assured him of her eagerness to actively contribute to the party’s success.

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According to her, “I appreciate this opportunity to share my thoughts on the party’s screening process for the Edo 2024 Governorship race.

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“Firstly, I commend your management of the party as our national leader and your initiative in handling numerous aspirants fairly. Comrade sir, despite being screened out, I affirm my commitment to abide by the party’s decision on the recent screening, selection, and criteria adopted.

“In various forums, I’ve emphasised my respect for your leadership both as former Governor Adams Oshiomhole, who appointed me as a Senior Special Assistant and now as the Distinguished Senator representing Edo North Senatorial District where I hail from.

“I also want to acknowledge the integrity, experience, and commitment of the screening committee, led by Professor Julius Ihonvbere. Whatever decision they reach, I will abide by it because I believe they are championing this election with a progressive and development-based agenda.

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“Therefore, despite stepping down from the race and no longer purchasing my nomination forms scheduled for Monday next week, it’s crucial to note that I remain committed to supporting whoever emerges as the primary winner. I am a dedicated party member and will continue to be.”

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Atiku, Obi Arrive Abuja For Consultative Group Meeting

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Ex-Vice President and 2023 Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, alongside Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has arrived in Abuja for the National Political Consultative Group (North) meeting.

Atiku announced their arrival in a post on X (formerly Twitter), where he shared a video showing himself and Obi exchanging pleasantries with key stakeholders ahead of the event.

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Peter Obi and I just arrived at the Abuja Continental Hotel for the National Political Consultative Group (North) event. -AA,” Atiku wrote in the accompanying caption.

READ ALSO:Chaos Erupts As Jigawa Delegates Disrupt Atiku, Obi Coalition Meeting

In a 33-minute video obtained by our correspondent, Obi is seen addressing attendees, speaking on the country’s current challenges and highlighting how widespread poverty has hindered industrial growth.

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Obi spoke about the potential of the North and emphasised the worsening poverty across the country, which has led to growing unease throughout the nation.

He said, “I have always said the North can change Nigeria. The greatest asset of this country is in the North…”

READ ALSO:Why We Visited Buhari – Atiku

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While the exact purpose and scope of the group remain unclear, it is believed to be a coalition platform being explored by northern political stakeholders in preparation for the 2027 presidential elections.

The meeting has drawn several prominent political figures, party leaders, and elder statesmen amid growing discussions of a possible grand coalition among opposition parties ahead of the next general elections.

Notable attendees include Rotimi Amaechi, Kashim Ibrahim-Imam, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, Adolphus Wabara, and Baba Chir Lawal, among others.

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Chaos Erupts As Jigawa Delegates Disrupt Atiku, Obi Coalition Meeting

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A high-level coalition meeting involving former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s Peter Obi, former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi and others descended into chaos as delegates from Jigawa State disrupted the proceedings.

The ongoing coalition meeting at the Abuja Continental Hotel, organised by the National Political Consultative Group (North), was briefly disrupted following a disagreement over representation for Jigawa State.

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Tensions rose when former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, announced a delegate to speak for the state.

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In protest, several Jigawa delegates stormed the stage, blocking the individual from speaking and insisting they would not be represented by those named.

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As the confrontation escalated, security personnel, including members of the Nigerian Police, DSS, and private guards, quickly formed a protective barrier around key figures such as Atiku, Amaechi and others.

Calm was restored after several minutes of appeals, as Mustapha Lamido, son of former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido, along with another delegate, was chosen to speak on behalf of the state.

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Defection Report Leak: A’bom Bars Channels Crew From Govt House

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The Akwa Ibom state government has barred Channels Television cameraman and reporter from being part of its press corps team.

According to an online Newspaper report, Premium Times’, their eviction from the government House followed the publication of a video clip in which the Governor urged his Commissioners and other appointees to join him in the All Progressive Congress (APC) or resign.

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READ ALSO: Defect With Me To APC Or Resign, Gov Eno Tells Commissioners, Others

Recall that the incident happened on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the Government House.

Meanwhile attempts to reach the Channels TV crew proved abortive as they didn’t take calls made to their Cellphones.

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