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PDP Governors Show Strong Support for Governor Fubara Amid Dispute with Wike
Governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have expressed their strong support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara amidst his ongoing political conflict with his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who is currently serving as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
This political crisis has resulted in a split within the Rivers House of Assembly, with factions aligning either with Wike or Fubara.
Following a meeting held in Enugu on July 17, the PDP Governors’ Forum issued a communiqué declaring their solidarity with Governor Fubara.
“The Forum acknowledges the crises within the Rivers State Chapter of the party and is dedicated to ensuring peace.
The Forum has decided to stand by His Excellency, Sir Sim Fubara, Governor of Rivers State,” the communiqué stated.
The governors emphasized the importance of “wider consultations” with relevant stakeholders to achieve a lasting solution to the political turmoil in Rivers State.
They committed to working towards peace and stability in the region, underscoring their unified support for Fubara in navigating the current challenges.
It has been reported that the Nigerian Air Force has spotted some terrorist hideouts in Borno State.
The force was able to take out some of the facilities used as hideouts and disarmed some of the fighters.
The Director of Public Relations for the Air Force, Ehimen Ejodame, shared that they are beginning to catch up with and evoke fear among the terrorists.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has reportedly deployed 1,889 personnel across Kano State ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.
This was done to ensure the safety of people traveling in and out of the state during the festive period.
In a statement, the agency said: “The special patrol is part of routine operational measures introduced during festive periods when there is usually high traffic volume on major roads.”
“The aim is to reduce road traffic crashes, minimise congestion, and ensure the safety of lives and property during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.”
The All Progressives Congress Lagos State chapter has released the names of its candidates for the House of Representatives in the 2027 elections.
The winners of Ikeja, Agege, and Ikorodu federal constituencies are James Abiodun Faleke (Ikeja Federal Constituency), Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa (Agege Federal Constituency), and Babajimi Benson (Ikorodu Federal Constituency).
Others include Muftau Egberongbe (Apapa), Moses Olanrewaju (Amuwo-Odofin), Adeyemi Alli (Mushin I), Moses Oluwatosin Fayinka (Mushin II), and Fuad Kayode Laguda (Surulere I).
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