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LP, Obedient Movement Clear Air On Alleged Alliance With APC, PDP
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Candidates contesting the House of Assembly and gubernatorial elections on the platform of Labour Party in Oyo State have dissociated themselves from the purported endorsement of Governor Seyi Makinde of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The candidates along with the Obidient Movement, a group championing the aspiration of the Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, said that they are not in support of either the All Progressives Congress (APC) or Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo state.
The candidates and the Obidient Movement made these disclosures while addressing a joint press conference on Monday in Ibadan.
Recall that a section of the Labour party had declared their support for the PDP on Sunday.
The chairman of the party, Sodiq Atayese declared that he and other members of the party have endorsed governor Seyi Makinde of PDP.
The candidates and the Obidient movement in the state have, however, said that they are not in support of any of the two political parties; APC or PDP.
The candidates and the movement urged members of the party to go out en masse to vote for candidates of the party on 11th March 2023.
One of the House of Assembly candidates, Ayodeji Babalola (Ibadan South East constituency 2) who spoke during the press conference held at Obi/Datti Campaign office in Oke Ado area of Ibadan, urged members of the party to remain calm and maintain status quo.
Babalola, who read the communique signed by other candidates included; Mr. Kayode Adejumo-Bello, Candidate, Ibadan North Constituency 2; Mr. Temidayo Taiwo, Candidate, Ibadan South-West Constituency 2; Mrs. Oluwatoyin Okunlola, Candidate Oluyole Constituency and Mr. Sumonu Musa, Candidate Ibadan North-East Constituency 2, enjoined the people of the state to vote for all the candidates of the party during the forthcoming gubernatorial and house of assembly elections.
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“Our attention has been drawn to a news item making the rounds in both the traditional and social media, on the declaration of support for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and All Progressive Congress (APC) by some minority factions of the leadership of Labour Party in Oyo State towards the forthcoming Gubernatorial and State House of Assembly elections in the State, an action that was taken unilaterally and in pursuit of personal agenda and aggrandisement.
“The movement and all candidates hereby totally dissociate itself from the selfish stand of those negligible and greedy elements. The entire public is hereby put on notice to beware of this desperate move.
“All Obi-dient members are hereby urged to remain calm, maintain status quo ante bellum, while we go out en masse on Saturday to massively vote for all our state assembly candidates and our gubernatorial candidate, Taofiq Tayo Akinwale.”
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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.
Politics
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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