Politics
Atiku Says He’s Staying with PDP Despite Okowa Joining APC
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has said he’s not concerned about the defection of his 2023 running mate, Ifeanyi Okowa, to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Atiku made it clear that he remains firmly with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and is not leaving the party.
In a statement through his media aide, Paul Ibe, Atiku emphasized that it’s undemocratic to hold grudges over someone’s choice of political affiliation. “Atiku bears no ill will,” Ibe said. “As a democrat, he believes in the freedom of association, a fundamental pillar of democracy.”
Ibe also reassured the public that Atiku is committed to the PDP and has no plans to join any other political party. “Atiku is not leaving the PDP, as he has clearly stated before,” Ibe added, dismissing rumors suggesting otherwise.
Meanwhile, Okowa recently expressed regret over his decision to run as Atiku’s vice-presidential candidate in 2023, revealing that it went against the wishes of his people. He had acknowledged during the campaign that his constituents were not keen on electing another northerner to power. Okowa also voiced support for President Bola Tinubu, suggesting that he should be allowed to serve two terms to ensure national stability.
Politics
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Speaks on Forgiveness and Moving Forward
First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has shared that she has forgiven those who betrayed her husband during the 2023 general elections.
She revealed this as she marked a new age, reflecting on what the future holds. She emphasized that she holds no grudge against anyone.
“I do not have anything against anyone. The question is how I stopped feeling the betrayal? I knew the grace factor was evident, and the Holy Spirit continually comforted me. I chose never to avenge myself, understanding that it is God’s prerogative. Mine is to thank Him for fighting for us. If God decides to fight your battles and you have won, is there anything else that God missed and you wanted to fix? Nothing. So, let it go.”
Politics
Atiku’s Spokesman Says APC Is Already Planning to Rig the 2027 Elections
Paul Ibe, spokesperson to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of laying the groundwork to manipulate the 2027 general elections.
Speaking during a YouTube interview, Ibe alleged that the ruling party, led by President Bola Tinubu, has run out of achievements to show after more than two years in office. This has resorted to silencing opposition voices and critical institutions.
According to him, APC is working to weaken independent media, civil society groups, and political opponents. They insists that the clampdown is part of a wider strategy to retain power.
“They have nothing to offer after two years of holding on to the mandate,” Ibe said. “The only way left for them is to start preparing to rig, and the process is already in motion.”
Additionally, he went on to describe Nigeria’s current political climate as a drift into dictatorship, recalling the heavy price paid by activists who fought for democracy in the past.
“The democracy we’ve had since 1999 came at a huge sacrifice. Many lives were lost in the struggle,” he said. “Those heroes would be turning in their graves to see what is happening now. People like Sowore are being harassed and intimidated, and that shows where we are heading.”
Entertainment
Singer Charly Boy Shows Support for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
Nigerian singer, Charly Boy, has spoken on the resumption of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as she resumed her duties in the National Assembly after her suspension.
The singer took to social media to show his support for the senator, praising her while warning others, including Akpabio, that she is not someone to be easily dealt with.
He wrote “Una don hear say Senator Natasha don enter National Assembly? You can’t mess with an Alpha woman like that. It seems like they have exhausted their lies; the only available option is to unseal or face international sanctions. Akpabio, be careful next time, no be all women be ntanta.”
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