Politics
Amadi Warns Obaseki of Rigging Threat Ahead of Edo Governorship Election
As the Edo State governorship election draws near, Sam Amadi, the Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, has called on Governor Godwin Obaseki to remain vigilant during the election period.
Amadi expressed concerns about potential election rigging, specifically pointing fingers at the former governor, Adams Oshiomhole, who he believes cannot secure a victory without manipulation.
Oshiomhole, a prominent figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), is throwing his full support behind the party’s candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, in the upcoming election.
Amadi, however, voiced his suspicion that the electoral process could be compromised if not closely monitored.
In a post shared on his X account on Thursday, Amadi cautioned the people of Edo State to pay close attention to the role of the Nigeria Police during the election, claiming that they could pose significant challenges.
He noted that in off-season elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) typically performs well, but he believes that security agencies, particularly the Nigeria Police, could be problematic.
Amadi urged Governor Obaseki not to relax his vigilance and warned that Oshiomhole’s chances of success could rely on manipulation.
He emphasized the need for transparency and fair play, especially in the area of security, as the election date approaches.
Amadi’s statements have highlighted growing concerns about the integrity of the electoral process and the influence of security forces.
With the governorship election in Edo State just around the corner, the call for vigilance and accountability is intensifying as political players and observers alike remain focused on ensuring a free and fair election.
The Presidency has made it clear that President Bola Tinubu is not focused on the 2027 election but is more concerned about driving economic reforms to improve Nigerians’ lives.
Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, said the president is prioritizing the long-term impact of his economic policies over political strategies.
In a post on his X page, Dare highlighted some of the positive changes under Tinubu’s leadership, including an increase in foreign reserves, a drop in inflation, a growing trade surplus, higher exports, and reduced imports. He also mentioned that Nigeria has attracted over $50 billion in investments and that prices are beginning to drop.
“You have a president who is clearly in control and committed to the decisions he’s made,” Dare said. “The next election isn’t his focus right now. What matters to him is being able to look back at the end of his first term and say, ‘I have improved Nigerians’ lives and turned the economy around.’”
Dare’s remarks come at a time when political realignments are taking shape ahead of 2027. Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, recently visited some top political figures after criticizing the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Following these meetings, El-Rufai left the APC for the Social Democratic Party (SDP) as part of efforts to build a strong political coalition that could challenge Tinubu in the next election.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio publicly criticizes Senator Akpoti for participating in a UN, United Nations meeting.
Senator Natasha Akpoti recently arrives at New York to attend the UN meeting in order to call attention to Nigeria. The Senator attends in hopes to claim justice for women in Nigeria.
However, Senator Akpabio claims she has embarrassed Nigeria in the meeting. He accused Senator Natasha of basing her claims on misleading and unverified facts.
Senator Akpabio stated “I am aware that she distorted the facts and globalized the matter, embarrassing the Senate by giving a different narrative. I appreciate Hon. Kafilat for stepping forward to clarify to the international media that what was presented was completely different from reality.”
Nigerian Activist, VeryDarkMan reacts to viral video of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the United Nations in New York.
Senator Natasha makes headline after her accusations against Senator Akpabio, who denied the claims. The Senator has now been spotted at United Nations in New York, leaving many citizens in curiosity.
It can be noted that Senator Natasha has been suspended from the court for her allegations against Senator Akpabio.
However Senator Natasha calls for justice from international democratic institutions for her unwanted suspension. The Senator claims it as an act of injustice and terms it as an illegal suspension.
VDM reacts to the clip seen and stated the Senator made the wrong move. He claimed that no one can serve her justice from United Nations.
“You are making a lot of mistakes and taking wrong moves, reporting the matter to the United Nations shows that you have the wrong advisers sadly, PLAY THE GAME.”
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