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Late Arrival Of INEC Officials Delays FCT Election

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Independent National Electoral Commission officials did not arrive on time for the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections at many of the polling units visited by our correspondent.

For instance, in PU 157, PU 158 , PU 156 and PU 021 all in the Powoyi Area of the Abuja Municipal Area Council the officials arrived the pulling unit at 9:23am.

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While accreditation and voting started at 10:45 am.

Also, at the polling Unit in Alayeta primary school in Chika, the INEC officials arrived at 10am.

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There was no INEC officials in Polling Units 11 and 12 in Karu area of the FCT as at 8:30am for an election scheduled to commence at 8am.

Meanwhile, the airport road was deserted following the restriction of moment order by the FCT commissioner of police, Babaji Sunday

The CP said the restriction was based on credible information that criminals were planning to disrupt the election.

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A total of 478 candidates from 14 political parties are participating in this election across the six area councils.

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What Buhari Told Me During My Campaign — Peter Obi

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Labour Party Presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Mr Peter Obi, has reminisced about his encounter with the late former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, during a political campaign.

Obi described the former Nigerian military Head of State and President as a man whose sincere appeal to fight for the poor stood out.

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Peter Obi, who was fielding questions from reporters at the Third Day Prayers organised in honour of the late former Nigerian leader, Buhari, said leaders must “learn how to serve our country, knowing that one day we will all be called back by our creator.”

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He said, “I had the opportunity of meeting late Muhammadu Buhari while I was campaigning, and I remember his words till today, and he said to me, please care for the poor Nigerians, and that is all I always remember, and I believe he did his best within his capacity.”

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On what Nigerians need to learn from late Buhari, Peter Obi said, “We have to all learn how to serve our country, knowing that one day we will all be called back by our creator.”

According to Peter Obi, “Buhari’s sincere appeal for fighting and caring for the poor” is are perfect description of a man who lived a life of simplicity.

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President Bola Tinubu and other top dignitaries received the body of the former president Buhari on arrival at the Katsina International airport on Tuesday before leaving for Daura for a state burial.

Muhammadu Buhari died on Sunday in a London hospital after a brief illness. He has since been buried according to Islamic rites in his Daura home amidst tears from thousands of sympathisers who thronged his residence to pay their last respect to the former Nigerian president.

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BREAKING: Edo 2024 PDP Campaign DG Resigns From Party, Gives Reason

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The Director General of Edo Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Campaign organization for Asue Ighodalo and Ogie 2024, Hon. Matthew Iduoriyekemwen has resigned from the party.

In a dated 17th July, 2025, and titled Resignation from the Peooles Democratic Party, which was sighted by INFO DAILY, Iduoriyekemwen gave recent developments in the party as reason for his resignation from the party.

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The letter which was addressed to PDP Ward 5 chairman, Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area, reads partly: “I am writing to formally resign my membership from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ward 5, Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area, Edo State.

“This is a painstaking decision for me, as the PDP has played a vital role in my political journey and personal development. For this, I remain deeply grateful and will always cherish the platform the party provided me.

“However, recent developments within the party both at the state and national levels – have made it difficult for me to remain as a member of the Party.”

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According to the former chieftain of the PDP, “the values and principles that once defined the PDP, as laid down by our founding fathers appear to have been eroded.”

“What we see today no longer aligns with the vision they had for a truly democratic, all inclusive, and people-centered political party.

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“In view of this, I have decided to resign my membership of the Party to enable me concentrate fully on my family and business engagements.

“This is not a decision made out of anger or haste, but one rooted in deep reflection and a sincere desire to preserve my personal values and integrity.

“I sincerely thank the party leadership and all members of Ward 5, Ikpoba-Okha LGA, for their love and support over the years. I wish the PDP well in her future endeavors.”

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JUST IN: Momodu Dumps PDP, Joins ADC

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Veteran journalist Dele Momodu has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing what he described as the hijacking of the party by antidemocratic forces.

In a letter dated July 17, 2025, and addressed to the PDP Ward 4 Chairman in Ihievbe, Owan East Local Government Area of Edo State, Momodu said his decision to leave the party was taken with immediate effect.

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“My reason is simple and straightforward,” the letter reads. “Our party has been unarguably hijacked by antidemocratic forces, from within and outside, in broad daylight. It is therefore honorable to abandon the carcass of the party to them while the majority of us earnestly sign up with the new coalition party known as the African Democratic Congress (ADC).”

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Momodu, a former presidential aspirant on the PDP platform and publisher of Ovation International, expressed gratitude to the party leadership at the ward level for their consistent support over the years.

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His defection to the ADC marks a significant shift in Edo State’s political landscape, and adds momentum to the ongoing realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Momodu joined the PDP in 2021 and had actively participated in national debates and party activities. His exit follows a wave of resignations by prominent figures disillusioned with internal party dynamics.

 

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