Politics

Edo Reps Member Not Distracted By Sponsored Writeups, Says Aide

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4 years ago

February 11, 2022

Mr. Abdulganiyu, media aide to Mr Johnson Oghuma, member representing Etsako federal constituency at House of Representives, has said his principal remained focused on enthronement of democratic dividends in the federal constituency.

Abdulganiyu, who made this assertion on behalf of his principal said he would not be distracted on onerous task even in the face of sponsored writeups being peddled on social media by political distractors and merchants.

He stressed that those who are afraid of his modest achievements as a lawmaker should be ready to present themselves before the people rather than engaging in campaign of columny against him.

Oghuma maintained that members of his constituent are testament to the fact of his projects that are spread across the 32 Wards that make up the federal constituency.

“Aside these projects, I have been able to empower hundreds of people with different programmes and also provided those we have trained on with starters packs.

“It may interest these political distrarctors to know that I have sponsored different bills that will enhance and uplift the standard of living of the people as well as impact positively on our communities.

“Among these bills is that to upgrade and convert Auchi Polytechnic to a University,” he stated.

Oghuma however noted that these achievements would not have been possible without the support of the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the State and members of his constituent.

“Rather than join me in moving Etsako federal constituency forward, the political jobbers are engaged in campaign of falsehood to sway the peoples opinions against me.

“It is however not surprising that they are coming out like this, it is expected and I know they will come forcefully because 2023 elections is almost here.

“But let me advice them that the people know the pretenders from the serious minded people; they will not be dissuaded by those who comes once a every four years to throw peanut at them and disappear once they didn’t have their way.

“The people are a lot wiser now and are not ready for any gamble, not even from these political jobbers,” he posited.

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PDP Crisis: INEC Rejects Turaki-led NWC

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2 days ago

December 23, 2025

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The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has said it will not recognise the Kabiru Turaki-led National Working Committee, NWC, of the Peoples Democratic Party, citing existing court judgments and unresolved legal processes.

This was as contained in a letter dated December 22, 2025, signed by INEC Secretary, Dr Rose Oriaran-Anthony.

The Commission stated that it could not act on demands to acknowledge or upload on its website the list of national officers said to have been elected at the National Convention held on November 15 and 16, 2025, in Ibadan.

According to INEC, its position was guided by subsisting court decisions and pending litigation relating to the leadership crisis within the PDP.

The electoral body further noted that it would be improper to recognise any factional officers while the matter remains before the courts.

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Govt That Fails To Protect Its Citizens Has No Business Remaining In Office – Kwankwaso

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2 days ago

December 23, 2025

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Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has accused the Federal Government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of lacking the political will to tackle Nigeria’s worsening insecurity.

Kwankwaso spoke on Tuesday in Kano while unveiling 2,000 operatives of the Kano State Neighbourhood Security Network.

He urged President Tinubu to “rise to the occasion and truly act as the Commander-in-Chief” in addressing banditry and other security challenges.

According to him, Nigeria’s military “remains one of the most gallant in the world,” having served in international peacekeeping missions in Darfur, Liberia, and other conflict zones.

However, he said the armed forces are not being adequately supported to perform optimally.

“Today, many innocent Nigerians are being killed, while the perpetrators walk freely as if nothing happened. The government must apologise to Nigerians for its laxity in the fight against insecurity,” he said.

Kwankwaso, who once served as Minister of Defence, added: “When I was Defence Minister, I knew the capability of the Nigerian military. They are courageous and professional but need clear direction, support, and political will to do the needful.”

He stressed that Nigeria’s armed forces had historically ranked among the best globally and urged the government to equip them properly to change the current security situation.

Kwankwaso also said that if elected president in 2027, he would recruit over one million additional military personnel to strengthen national security.

“Any government that fails to protect the lives and property of its citizens has failed woefully and has no business remaining in office,” he declared.

He further called on the Federal Government to integrate community-based security initiatives, like the Kano Neighbourhood Security Network, into the national security system to boost morale and improve intelligence-driven operations against criminals.

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ADC Announces Temporary Closure Of Secretariat

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2 days ago

December 23, 2025

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The African Democratic Congress, ADC , says it has temporarily closed its National Secretariat as part of the end-of-year break.

A statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said full operations are scheduled to resume in the New Year.

According to the statement, the secretariat will close on December 23, 2025, and reopen on January 5, 2026.

The party, however, said essential skeletal services will remain available throughout the period, while all other official activities at the National Secretariat will be suspended to allow staff and party officials observe the Christmas and New Year holidays.

“This is to inform the public that the African Democratic Congress National Secretariat will close for the year on 23rd December 2025 and will resume full operations on 5th January 2026.

“During this period, only skeletal services will be available, while all other official activities at the Secretariat will be temporarily suspended,” the statement said.

The party thanked its members, partners and supporters for their continued loyalty and cooperation throughout the year, noting that their support remains critical to the growth and stability of the party.

The ADC also said it is committed to its ideals and to democratic engagement as it prepares for activities in the coming year.