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Group Begs APC Leadership To Disallow Defected Members From Returning

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3 years ago

March 29, 2023

Our Correspondent, Bauchi

A Bauchi based group known as ‘All Progressives Congress (APC) Patriotic Support Group’ has called on the national leadership of the party to disallow members that defected to other political parties from returning.

Almustapha Zubairu, the leader of the group made the call in Bauchi on Wednesday while addressing newsmen on behalf of the group.

According to the group, those defectors were hellbent to return to APC after failing to achieve their selfish interest in the political parties they defected to.

“We understand that those who contested and failed woefully in a free and fair APC party primaries at all levels and shamefully defected to other parties to vie elective positions are now head-bent to return after melting all sorts of lies on the party and its leadership at both State and National levels.

“We condemn it in totality and those who are hobnobbing in this regard should be wary about the desperate, ingrate and unholy sportsmanship exhibited in their quest towards self fulfillment at all cost and toy along the scripts of their pay-masters.

“That should not be allowed to stand. The spoils of war should only be enjoyed by the veterans of war,” said the group.

It also called on the national leadership of the party on the need to restore confidence, trust, discipline and respect for the constitution of the party and entrench reward system mechanism that acknowledged loyalty, dedication, sacrifice and patience at all times.

To this end, the group, however, called on the Bauchi state Chairman of APC, Babayo Misau to honourably resign for allegedly abandoning his responsibility at the time of peak need.

“We call on him to honourably resign as the Chairman of our great party in the interest of justice and for the rebuilding process of our party to succeed.

“We do not wish to dwell on numerous anti-party activities that have been labeled against him including financial recklessness which is already in the public domain.

“Worst again, he decided to openly display his ballot paper without voting for the gubernatorial candidate of his party”. It said.

In his reaction, the APC Chairman in the state said: “I don’t know the people you are talking about and were they the one who voted me in as the Chairman.

“As the Chairman, I have my duties and I’m not a servant to the party’s governorship candidate.

“Let them do whatever they think they can do if they are able to. Tell them I will not resign”.

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Jonathan’s Ex-aide Dumps PDP For APC

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10 hours ago

October 18, 2025

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A former Senior Special Assistant on Domestic Matters and Social Events to former President Goodluck Jonathan, Dr. Waripamo-owei Dudafa, has formally announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party and joined the All Progressive Congress.

Dudafa, a former member of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, announced his resignation from the PDP in a statement he issued on Saturday in Yenagoa.

In the letter of resignation addressed to the Chairman, PDP, Southern Opokuma/Ayibabiri Ward 8 in Kolokuma Opukuma Local Government Area, he stated that his decision to quit the PDP followed a period of deep reflection and consultation with his political associates, supporters, and family members.

The letter read in part: “It is with a heavy heart that I tender my resignation from the People’s Democratic Party effective immediately. Throughout my time with the party, I have been deeply committed to our shared values and goals, and it has been an honour to work with so many dedicated individuals.”

Dudafa stated that the unresolved disputes, particularly at the national level, “have significantly impeded our ability to move forward, rather they create an environment of conflict that’s no longer conducive to advancing the shared values and objectives.”

He said: “While this decision has been difficult, I remain committed to serving the best interests of our people, motivated by my dedication to their welfare and progress.”

Announcing his decision to join the APC, he said: “After careful reflection and consideration, I have decided to join the All Progressives Congress (APC), a platform I believe offers renewed hope, unity and a stronger foundation to address the challenges facing our dear state.”

To the members of the APC, Dudafa wrote, “I look forward to working alongside new colleagues who share this vision.”

He expressed appreciation to the PDP for the relationships and experiences he gained during his time in the PDP and wished the party well in overcoming its present challenges.

Political observers are of the opinion that his resignation could signal realignments ahead of future political developments in Bayelsa State and at the national level.

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Why Wike Is Always Attacking Peter Obi — Obidient Movement

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2 days ago

October 17, 2025

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The Obidient Movement has criticised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, over his recent comments describing Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, as a “social media president.”

Wike had, on Thursday, accused Obi of playing politics with national issues after the former Anambra State governor visited a local authority school in the FCT and lamented the poor condition of public facilities.

“I hear one of the social media presidential candidates went to a local authority school and said the government has abandoned public schools. His name is Mr Peter Obi. It’s not everything you must play politics with,” Wike had said.

However, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Yunusa Tanko, dismissed Wike’s comments, saying they were aimed at keeping the minister in the news.

“How will Wike sell his market if he doesn’t mention Peter Obi?” Tanko asked. “As I am talking to you, you need to see the mammoth crowd we have in our town hall meeting here in Nnewi (Anambra State).”

Tanko further dismissed the FCT minister as the least of the Obi and his followers’ worries and defended Obi’s comments on the state of public schools in the country’s capital, insisting that the Wike merely drew attention to a national concern.

He stressed that Obi’s comment on the state of public facilities in the FCT was to point out that they are in dire need of attention, saying, “I was there on the ground and saw those dilapidated buildings. We also visited a clinic where only one nurse was on duty. Even the roads to the place are not easily accessible.”

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JUST IN: Rivers Cancels N134bn Secretariat Contract, Demands N20bn Refund

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3 days ago

October 16, 2025

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The Rivers State Executive Council has cancelled a ₦134 billion contract awarded by the former sole administrator of the state, Vice Admiral Ikot Ete Ibas (retd), for the reconstruction of the State Secretariat complex in Port Harcourt.

The contract, awarded to the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation during the period of emergency rule under Ibas, was nullified by the Council at its meeting on Thursday.

Following the cancellation, the Council directed CCECC to refund the ₦20 billion mobilisation fee already paid for the project.

Also, the Council approved the constitution of a six-member committee chaired by Deputy Governor Prof. Ngozi Odu to assess and recommend suitable locations for the construction of Computer-Based Test centres across the state to support external examinations.

The Council also mandated the state’s flood control committee, also headed by Odu, to take urgent measures to mitigate flooding in affected areas, while cautioning residents against blocking drainage channels.

More to come…