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Wike Says He’s Closely Monitoring PDP Crisis in Oyo State

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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has revealed that he is paying close attention to developments within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, stressing that his interest is driven by concern for the party’s survival and future. Wike made the remarks on Monday in Abuja while addressing party leaders and members at the PDP’s 105th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. According to the former Rivers State governor, his focus on the situation in Oyo State reflects his commitment to ensuring the PDP remains strong, noting that the party once governed at the federal level and must not be allowed to weaken further. “Let me declare my interest clearly: I am interested in the survival and success of this party. I am also interested in all the happenings in Oyo State PDP. That is all I am interested in,” Wike said. He also dismissed claims that members of the party were being intimidated, arguing that recent court rulings had settled the matter. “Who will intimidate us to the end? Some of us, by the grace of God, do not see what anyone can threaten us with. “The legal battle has collapsed. They have no option but to recognise the Caretaker Committee,” he added. Wike’s comments come against the backdrop of a growing rift between him and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, his former ally. Both politicians are now aligned with opposing factions within the PDP. The crisis deepened in November last year when a faction led by Makinde and Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed held a national convention, which was later nullified by the Federal High Court in Oyo State, further intensifying internal tensions within the party.

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UK MP Dan Norris Arrested Over Alleged Rape and Sexual Offences

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British politician Dan Norris has been arrested on suspicion of rape, sexual assault, voyeurism, and upskirting, according to Avon and Somerset Police. Norris, who currently serves as the independent Member of Parliament for North East Somerset and Hanham, was previously a Labour Party MP before being suspended in April 2025 following his initial arrest. Police earlier confirmed that a man in his 60s had been arrested over allegations including sexual offences, rape, child abduction, and misconduct in public office. However, officers have since clarified that they are “no longer actively investigating any sexual offences against children” in connection with the case. In an update released on Sunday, the police said the suspect had been further arrested on suspicion of rape involving a second woman, sexual assault against a third woman, as well as voyeurism and upskirting involving multiple women. “All offences are alleged to have occurred between the 2000s and 2020s,” the statement said. Officers noted that investigations into sexual offences are often complex and time-consuming, adding that Dan Norris remains on conditional bail. Police also confirmed that alleged victims are being kept informed of developments and offered ongoing support. Reacting to the development, a Labour Party spokesperson said Norris was immediately suspended upon notification of his initial arrest. “These new allegations are deeply concerning, and any person found guilty of such abhorrent crimes must face the full force of the law. We cannot comment further while the police investigation is ongoing,” the spokesperson said. In a statement issued later on Sunday, Dan Norris denied all allegations. “I vigorously and entirely deny the serious allegations made against me. They are untrue. I am challenging them through my legal representatives,” he said. Norris, 65, won the North East Somerset and Hanham seat in the last general election, defeating former Conservative cabinet minister Jacob Rees-Mogg. He first entered Parliament in 1997 during Tony Blair’s landslide victory and represented Wansdyke until 2010. During that period, he served as an assistant whip under Blair and later as a junior minister under former Prime Minister Gordon Brown. He was also elected Mayor of the West of England in 2021 but stepped down from the role following the May local elections last year.

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Peter Obi Couldn’t Have Won 2023 Election Even With 10 Million Votes – Lai Mohammed

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Former Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has said that the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, would not have emerged winner even if he had secured 10 million votes. Speaking during a recent podcast appearance, Lai Mohammed, who served under the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, said Obi failed to meet the constitutional requirement of securing at least one-quarter of votes cast in 25 states of the federation. “Even if Obi had got 10 million votes, he wouldn’t have won. This is because he still could not get one-quarter of the votes cast in 25 states. It is even on record that he could not provide agents at about 40,000 polling units,” the former minister stated. Commenting on the dynamics that shaped the 2023 presidential election, particularly in Lagos State, Mohammed noted that ethnicity and religion played a prominent role in the electoral process. “For the first time in the history of politics in Nigeria, ethnicity and religion played a very frontal role,” he said. He also pointed to the influence of the #EndSARS protests, especially in Lagos, suggesting that lingering anger among youths negatively affected the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. According to Lai Mohammed, many young voters “wanted a pound of flesh,” a sentiment he said shaped voting patterns during the election.

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2027: I’ll run for President, not as Vice — Peter Obi

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Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election, firmly ruling out the possibility of accepting a vice-presidential slot. Obi made the declaration while speaking at a campaign event for African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidates in the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections, held at the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC). Addressing party supporters, Obi explained that his participation in the AMAC campaign was directly linked to his broader national ambition. He urged residents and party members to support the ADC candidate, noting that success at the grassroots level would strengthen his overall political project. He stressed that his involvement in future elections would be in a leading capacity and not as a supporting candidate. “Support us in AMAC; it will help me. Your support in AMAC is critical to our journey. I am involved and contesting the coming election as number one. When I come back, you will see. I assure you,” Obi said. Obi’s declaration comes amid increasing calls from his supporters, particularly members of the Obidient Movement, who have been urging the ADC leadership to adopt him as the party’s presidential flagbearer for the 2027 election. However, the ADC is also home to other prominent figures with presidential ambitions, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, setting the stage for a competitive internal contest ahead of the polls.

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Melania Trump’s Documentary Smashes Box Office Records With Surprise $7 Million Opening

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Melania Trump has scored a major box office win as her big-budget documentary, Melania, delivered a surprise performance during its opening weekend, grossing an impressive $7.04 million in ticket sales. Industry figures show the documentary far exceeded pre-release projections, which had estimated an opening between $3 million and $5 million. The result now stands as the largest opening weekend for a non-fiction film in the past decade. The film overtook the previous record holder, After Death (2023), which debuted with $5 million, firmly placing Melaniaat the top of recent documentary releases. The documentary premiered on Thursday, January 29, at the newly rebranded Kennedy Center, ahead of its global theatrical release on Friday, January 30. The project is backed by a reported $40 million deal with Amazon MGM Studios and supported by an aggressive $35 million marketing campaign. Melania offers carefully curated insights into the former First Lady’s life in the weeks leading up to Donald Trump’s second inauguration in January 2025, providing a behind-the-scenes look at a pivotal moment in American political history. The film also marks the return of director Brett Ratner to filmmaking after several years away from the industry following multiple misconduct allegations raised during the #MeToo movement. No criminal charges were filed against him. Despite the controversy surrounding its director, the documentary’s opening weekend performance has been widely described as a major box office surprise, signaling strong public interest and commercial momentum.

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Pray For Us Politicians, We’re The Problem of Nigeria – Peter Obi

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The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians to pray for politicians, describing them as the major cause of the country’s challenges. Obi made the appeal on Sunday, February 1, during a thanksgiving service at the Cathedral of St Peter, Aremo, as part of activities marking Day 7 of the Oyo State at 50 celebrations. Speaking at the church service, the former Anambra State governor said Nigeria’s problems stem largely from leadership failures rather than the actions of ordinary citizens. “I want to make a request of Nigerians. Please do remember us politicians in your prayers. We are the problem of Nigeria. No other person,” Obi said. He emphasised that Nigeria is richly endowed with resources and has the capacity to thrive, but poor governance continues to hold the country back. “Nigeria is not a poor country. It is poorly governed. Remember us in your prayers that God should touch our hearts to use public money for public good. That is what is required. If they use it, Nigeria will be good,” he added. Peter Obi’s remarks drew attention to the role of leadership and accountability in addressing Nigeria’s long-standing economic and social challenges, reinforcing his long-held position that good governance is key to national development.

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Moves to Unseat Tinubu Driven by Self-Interest — Matawalle

Moves to Unseat Tinubu Driven by Self-Interest — Matawalle

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Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has cautioned that efforts to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are motivated by personal ambitions rather than the national interest, warning that such actions pose a threat to Nigeria’s democratic stability. Speaking on Saturday at his residence in Abuja, Matawalle said early political manoeuvring and internal power struggles aimed at weakening the current administration could disrupt ongoing reforms and undermine national unity. He praised President Tinubu’s leadership style and policy direction, describing them as critical to repositioning Nigeria for economic recovery, stronger institutions and improved national cohesion. “President Tinubu has taken bold steps to stabilise the economy and strengthen national institutions. Those plotting to unseat him are motivated by personal interests rather than the public good. If allowed to complete his reform programme, I am confident the President will win convincingly in 2027,” Matawalle said. The minister expressed optimism that Tinubu would secure a decisive victory in the 2027 presidential election, citing the growing impact of the administration’s policies across the country. According to him, notable progress has been recorded in the North, particularly in governance reforms, security operations and institutional development. Matawalle urged Nigerians and political leaders to rally behind the administration and support its reform agenda, calling for unity and cooperation rather than division. He emphasised that political stakeholders should prioritise dialogue and collaboration, stressing that Nigeria’s collective interest must come before individual ambitions. “Rather than engaging in rancour and short-term political calculations, we should focus on solutions that deliver jobs, security and stronger institutions for Nigerians,” he added.

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Aisha Yesufu Slams Onanuga Over ‘Shoot-at-Sight’ Comment on Vandals

“You Would’ve Been Shot” – Aisha Yesufu Slams Onanuga Over ‘Shoot-at-Sight’ Comment

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Human rights activist and co-convener of the BringBackOurGirls movement, Aisha Yesufu, has strongly criticised the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, over his controversial “shoot at sight” comment on vandals. In a statement shared on her verified X handle on Sunday, Yesufu described Onanuga and those who share his views as “the worst species of citizens,” arguing that such rhetoric undermines the rule of law and basic human rights. Yesufu maintained that the individuals the presidential aide referred to are, in many cases, victims of what she described as the current administration’s “depravity, unconscionable and insatiable greed.” “Without rule of law, justice and the right to fair hearing, you and those you work for would also have since been shot, and these citizens might not have had to resort to the hideous criminality they are alleged to be engaging in,” she wrote. She further accused the government of inflicting widespread hardship on Nigerians, insisting that this, rather than criminal intent alone, fuels acts of vandalism. “What is more hideous than how you and the illegitimacy you work for have destroyed the lives of hundreds of millions for your selfish, myopic and greedy interests!” she added. Warning against normalising extreme measures, Yesufu said such statements could signal dangerous intentions within government circles. “For him to talk about shoot on sight, don’t be surprised that it is now part of their discussions and what they plan to do,” she wrote. Recall that Onanuga’s remarks followed the circulation of a video showing alleged vandals damaging materials at a federal highway construction site, prompting his call for immediate execution of offenders.

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