Politics
Kamala Harris Secures Democratic Nomination and Outlines Vision Against Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris has expressed her anticipation of officially accepting the Democratic Party’s nomination for the 2024 presidential election.
Harris made this statement following her recent achievement of garnering sufficient support from Democratic delegates, which positions her as the party’s nominee.
This development comes on the heels of President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from the race, a move that has been instrumental in Harris’ campaign.
In her remarks, Harris emphasized the significance of the broad support she has secured. She proudly acknowledged the critical role played by her home state of California in reaching this milestone.
“Tonight, I am honoured to have obtained the extensive backing required to become our party’s nominee,” Harris stated. “As a proud daughter of California, I am particularly pleased that my state’s delegation has been instrumental in pushing our campaign to this crucial point.”
Harris also took the opportunity to outline her vision for the future, contrasting it sharply with the prospect of a second term for former President Donald Trump.
She argued that Trump aims to return the country to an era before many Americans had full freedoms and equal rights. In contrast, Harris advocated for a future that fortifies democracy, upholds reproductive freedom, and ensures that every individual has the opportunity not only to survive but to thrive.
The rapid pace of Harris’ success is noteworthy, with only 32 hours elapsing between Biden’s announcement of his withdrawal and Harris’ securing the necessary delegate support.
This swift transition highlights the decisive momentum behind Harris’ campaign as she prepares to lead the Democratic ticket.
The Presidency has reacted to the ongoing dispute between former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi and the state government over the state’s finances.
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, said Obi had claimed he left Anambra debt-free and promised to stop his presidential campaign if proven wrong.
Onanuga said the Anambra government had presented figures showing outstanding obligations to workers, pensioners and contractors under Obi’s administration.
Obi, however, denied the claims, saying his administration cleared over ₦35 billion in historical gratuities and arrears before leaving office.
“If anybody can establish anything to the contrary, I will stop campaigning,” Obi said.
Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has spoken about why he believes Igbos are supporting President Bola Tinubu’s bid for re-election in the 2027 presidential election.
He said the president’s son, Seyi Tinubu, has given Igbos greater access to the president.
He said “We Igbos now have access to Mr. President Tinubu through his son, Seyi Tinubu. That’s why we’re doing everything to make sure he’s re-elected.”
Cubana Chief Priest also spoke about the growing support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State, saying “Thousands of Imolites are trooping in for registration for APC. Ndi Imo don’t just love the City Boys Movement, they believe in it. Let’s do politics with lifestyle. On Asiwaju’s mandate, we shall stand. Imo is APC. Here, it’s zero competition.”
Spiritual leader Primate Elijah Ayodele warns the APC against being too confident ahead of the 2027 election.
He shared “Overconfidence will kill APC; they will be too overconfident, and that will be the party’s weakness in the election. They will turn Tinubu to a demi-god, but it will make them lose the election. They believe money can do everything, but it will fail in the 2027 election,” Ayodele said.
Ayodele has repeatedly warned the APC not to assume that its current political strength will automatically translate into victory in 2027.
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