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PDP Primary: Ogbeide-Ihama Meets Edo North, Central Leaders, Solicits Support

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2 years ago

January 27, 2024

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Ahead of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) primary for the Edo State governorship election, an aspirant on the platform of the party and a former House of Representatives member, Engineer Omoregie Ogbeide-Ihama, on Friday, met with leaders of the party in Edo North and Central senatorial districts, where he passionately urged them to support his ambition.

The governorship aspirant who was received with funfair in Auchi by leaders of the PDP drawn from the seven local government councils in Edo North, urged them not to sell their votes in the forthcoming primary slated for February 22nd, 2024.

The former House of Representatives member who met with Edo PDP central leaders at the senatorial headquarters in Uromi, emphasised the need for the party to work as one in the forthcoming election.

Ogbeide-Ihama, who represented Oredo Federal Constituency in the 8th and 9th National Assembly, warned the delegates-to-be that if they sell their votes in the forthcoming primary, they would have another four to eight eight years to suffer.

The PDP governorship aspirant who further declared that Edo State Government House is not for sale, added that “it belongs to us, we will keep and save it. It is the right time to take what rightly belongs to you.”

He added: “I want to plead to you not to sell your tomorrow and continue with the pains you are passing through. We cannot afford to suffer for another four or eight years. So, I want to plead to you to vote wisely in the forthcoming primary. Votes Ogbeide-Ihama and let’s build Edo together.”

Ogbeide-Ihama, who lamented state of roads across the state, assured the PDP members that if given the opportunity to govern the state, he would fix all the bad roads and also use his expertise in human relations to collaborate with the Federal Government to ensure all the roads belonging to the government at the centre are fixed. (Sic)

He said: “We know the problems across the state. I can see the bad roads leading to this place. It may be a federal road, but the Federal Government and state governments can collaborate to fix it. The things I did as a House of Representatives member were not all from my pocket. I was collaborating with the Federal Government and concerned authorities to do all that.

“When you understand human relationships, you will never have problems with the Federal Government. When you understand human relationships, you will not have problems with politicians that help you. When you understand human relationships, you will not have problems with traditional institutions. I don’t have human relationship issues. I will work for you, I will develop our state,” (sic) Ogbeide-Ihama said.

The governorship aspirant warned those “working to reap where they do not sow” to desist form such.

Responding to the governorship aspirant, Edo North Senatorial Chairman of the PDP, Sheriff Idenobemeh, said Ogbeide-Ihama has done enough for the party hence he deserved to be given the governorship ticket.

“We must reward him by giving him the ticket. Legacy has suffered enough, we must not sell our votes,” he declared.

Edo central PDP chairman, Bishop Anthony Okosun, on his part, urged Ogbeide-Ihama to unit the party, warning that if the party goes into the election with the present faction, failure is inevitable.

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Ekiti 2026: APC Sets N40m For Nomination, Offers Discounts For Youths, Women

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16 hours ago

August 5, 2025

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The All Progressives Congress has released a revised schedule of activities and timetable for the 2026 governorship election in Ekiti State.

The party also sets nomination and expression of interest forms at a combined N50 million, offered significant concessions, including exemptions for female aspirants and persons with disabilities, and a 50% discount on nomination fees for youths aged 25 to 40.

According to the timetable issued on Tuesday by the party’s National Organising Secretary, Sulaiman Muhammad Argungu, the schedule outlines a series of pre-election activities beginning with the release of the notice to the Ekiti State chapter on Friday, July 26, 2025.

The party said the sale of nomination and expression of interest forms is set to commence on Monday, August 26, 2025.

It stated that the update of the party’s membership register for those eligible to participate in the primaries will take place from Monday, July 29, to Friday, August 9, 2025.

The ruling party said the expression of interest and nomination forms will be available for purchase from Monday, August 26, and will close on Friday, August 30, 2025.

The party said the last day for submission of completed forms, including the accompanying documents, is Thursday, September 11, 2025.

“Screening of aspirants is scheduled for Tuesday, September 23, while the publication of the screening results will be done the following day, Wednesday, September 24. Aspirants who are dissatisfied with the outcome of the screening may submit appeals on Thursday, September 25, 2025.

“The ward congress to elect delegates is scheduled for Saturday, September 27, 2025, while appeals arising from the congress will be entertained on Monday, September 29. The party’s governorship primary election will take place on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, with the appeal process concluding on Thursday, October 2, 2025,” the timetable read.

The party said the cost of the nomination form has been pegged at ₦40 million, while the expression of interest form will cost ₦10 million, bringing the total to ₦50 million.

“Female aspirants and persons with disabilities are exempted from paying for the nomination form and are only required to purchase the expression of interest form. Youths aged 25 to 40 will receive a 50 percent discount on the nomination form,” it added.

The party also announced that the forms would be available for purchase at the Directorate of Organisation at APC’s National Headquarters in Abuja. Meanwhile, the delegate form will cost ₦5,000.

The APC stressed that only financial members of the party whose membership has been active for at least three months before the release of the timetable will be eligible to participate.

The party urged interested members to contact its Directorate of Organisation or reach out via the contact number provided in the document.

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2027: Peter Obi Is Honest, His 4-year Term Promise Is Sacrosanct – PDP Chieftain

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21 hours ago

August 5, 2025

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A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Dan Ulasi, has thrown his weight behind the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, on his four-year term pledge.

Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, had declared that if elected in 2027, he would spend only four years and would not seek re-election.

His promise has attracted criticism from some quarters, with some politicians expressing skepticism.

In an interview on Arise TV on Tuesday, Ulasi said Obi’s promise should not be doubted, describing him as an honest person.

He said, “I believe Peter Obi’s words are sincere. Unlike the usual crop of politicians in Nigeria, he is honest. The constitution guarantees only a 4-year term, which can be renewed by the people.

“Obi has not said anything out of the ordinary; he believes he can accomplish a great deal in those four years.”

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2027: Four Years Enough To Make Impact – Peter Obi Insists

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22 hours ago

August 5, 2025

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Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, has reiterated his commitment to serving only one term if elected president.

Obi stated that four years is sufficient to turn Nigeria around if leadership is driven by genuine service and not personal ambition.

The former Anambra State governor made the statement via his official X handle on Tuesday.

Obi said he finds it baffling that his one-term pledge is generating widespread debate, stressing that a sincere leader can achieve significant progress within a single four-year term.

He added that his motivation is rooted in a desire to see Nigeria work, not personal ambition.

The former Anambra State governor also challenged anyone to investigate his past political campaigns, maintaining that he has never been involved in electoral malpractice, thuggery, or ballot box snatching.

He said: “I still find it baffling that my decision to do a term of four years, if given the mandate to rule this country, is generating so much agitation. By this feeling, we are doubting the fact that a sincere leader can achieve much in 48 months.

“I have never been desperate in the pursuit of power, or anything else, for that matter. There are some traits associated with desperation, which in no way are in any of my political behaviours in the past and now, like engaging in overly aggressive rhetoric or actions to prove a point or gain attention; becoming overly defensive or reactive to criticism, often to the point of appearing paranoid.

“Making unrealistic or unfulfillable promises to win support or approval, resorting to personal attacks or character assassination to discredit opponents, or frequently changing positions or policies to suit immediate political needs.

“Throughout my political journey, I have never been involved in thuggery, the snatching of ballot boxes, or any form of electoral malpractice. I challenge anyone: conduct your investigations. You will find no stains of rigging or violence associated with my name. I have always chosen the path of peace, principle, and civility.

“In four years, we can confront corruption head-on, redirecting resources to priority areas. For instance, the trillions used to acquire new presidential jets and other unnecessary expenses at this time could have been channelled into education, healthcare, or infrastructure.

“Within the same period, we ensure that the rule is sacrosanct and the rule of law is strictly followed. Within the same period, we can conduct free, fair, and credible elections.”