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Sunday Igboho Faces Backlash After Wearing APC Cap At Olubadan’s Ramadan Lecture

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Yoruba nation activist Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has sparked social media debate after he was spotted wearing a fez cap emblazoned with the logo of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at a public event on Tuesday. Igboho attended the first Ramadan lecture hosted by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasheed Ladoja, since the monarch’s coronation. In a video that quickly went viral, the activist was seen greeting Oba Ladoja and the event’s guest lecturer, Chief Imam of Offa, Sheikh Muyideen Salmon, while wearing the APC-branded cap. The sight immediately drew criticism and comparisons to separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu, with many questioning the consistency of Igboho’s political stance. On Twitter, one user, #Jaythrilli, wrote: “Sunday Igboho shamelessly gallivanting with an APC cap on. You can’t be fighting for Yoruba freedom and still dine with the people who impoverished the same Yoruba people. Reason I don’t rate him at all.” Another, #Felixherbt, commented: “For those who still don’t understand what Mazi Nnamdi is fighting for, soon you will all understand. Today, Sunday Igboho is jumping around with the APC cartel. They promised Nnamdi Kanu a political position to win him over; he rejected it. My respect for MNK has doubled.” User #Admiral_Cyborg added: “From freeing the Yoruba from the claws of the Fulani to kissing the ring. I present to you, Sunday Igboho! This is why Kanu is still in Sokoto.” On Facebook, Samuel Olafusi expressed his surprise: “Wait, is that an APC cap on his head? If you really join, you become a saint. Why has Nnamdi Kanu not been released? They got punished for the same reasons. Nigeria is truly divided, and we live in a transitional democracy.” Some, however, offered a more measured perspective. #daddyfemzy said: “You can’t really blame this guy. He was in an asylum, declared wanted by Buhari, dead or alive. The recent APC caucus brokered his return home courtesy of Ladoja. What do you expect? Let’s be practical. If you were him, wouldn’t you?” The video has reignited conversations about the intersection of activism and politics in Nigeria, raising questions about the paths of prominent separatist figures like Sunday Igboho and Nnamdi Kanu.

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I’d Rather Die Than Betray Mentor Gaidam, Yobe Governor Buni Says, Urges APC Unity

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Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has affirmed his loyalty to his political mentor, Minister of Police Affairs Ibrahim Gaidam, declaring that he would rather die than betray him. The statement was made on Tuesday as Buni addressed delegates at the All Progressives Congress (APC) state congress in Damaturu. “I would rather die than betray him. I remain grateful for the role he played in my political journey. I will never forget where I am coming from, and I will never turn my back on the man who trusted and supported me,” he said. Buni stressed that trust has been central to his political career, saying, “I am a product of trust. I have never betrayed anybody. I always want to be remembered as someone who never betrays anybody.” He called on newly elected APC officials in the state to perform their duties with dedication and uphold the principle of trust in their responsibilities. The governor also highlighted the achievements of his administration over the past seven years, particularly in education, primary healthcare, empowerment, and commerce, pledging continued focus on these sectors. On succession planning, Buni urged party members to pray for guidance in choosing the next APC gubernatorial candidate and to support a candidate capable of uniting the party and sustaining the initiatives of his administration.

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Atiku Demands Investigation Into Tinubu And Cabinet Over Forgery Allegations

2027: It Will Be Tinubu/APC vs Nigerians – Atiku

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Former Vice President of Nigeria and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has declared that the 2027 election will be a straight fight between Bola Tinubu and the APC on one side, and the Nigerian people on the other. Reacting to the defection of Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, Atiku said political realignments are not new. Every politician is free to choose a path. He respects that right. He added that even his children are free to take independent political positions. However, anyone — including his son — who chooses to stand with Nigerians rather than the APC is standing on the side of patriotism. Atiku warned that the wave of defections by opposition governors is not a sign of APC strength, but evidence of pressure and intimidation. He accused the Tinubu administration of weaponizing state institutions to bully political opponents in a desperate bid to turn Nigeria into a one-party state. “This government fears accountability. It fears credible elections. It fears the people,” he said. According to him, no amount of coercion can erase the daily hardship Nigerians face — rising hunger, crushing poverty, worsening insecurity, and mass unemployment caused by failed economic policies. “Governors may defect for personal survival. Nigerians are defecting in their millions because they want survival.” Atiku urged citizens not to confuse political cross-carpeting with popularity. “What will the APC campaign on in 2027 — hunger? hardship? hopelessness?” He reminded Nigerians that power ultimately belongs to them and warned against vote-selling. “Do not trade your future. Do not mortgage your children’s tomorrow. In 2027, the people will have their say — and their will shall prevail.”

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I Regret My Role in APC Formation, Nigeria Worse Off Under Current Government — Atiku Abubakar

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed regret over his part in establishing the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2014, saying the country is now in a worse state under the ruling government. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, Atiku recalled how opposition leaders joined forces in 2014 to create APC, intending to address what they saw as growing threats to Nigeria’s democracy under former President Goodluck Jonathan. “We did this exercise in 2014, not so? We came together and formed APC because we felt democracy was faltering, only for us to end up at the same position we found ourselves in 2014 worse,” he said. Atiku said that insecurity and economic instability were the main concerns at the time, but he argued that the current situation has deteriorated beyond those early challenges. “In 2014, the major challenges were insecurity, the economy and so on. Now it is even worse than what we fought against,” he added. He stressed that future political coalitions must focus on restoring what he called “true democracy” to the country. “We must have that in mind. We must succeed to make sure that we restore true democracy to our country,” Atiku said. His comments coincided with a press briefing in Abuja by opposition leaders on Thursday, titled “Urgent Call to Save Nigeria’s Democracy,” which drew several prominent opposition figures.

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JUST IN: Adamawa Governor Fintiri Dumps PDP For APC With Entire Cabinet

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Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has formally switched allegiance from the Peoples Democratic Party to the ruling All Progressives Congress. The announcement was made on Friday in a broadcast addressed to residents across the state. Fintiri disclosed that the defection was not a solo move, as members of his executive council and key PDP officials in Adamawa also moved with him to the APC. He explained that the decision was guided by what he believes will accelerate development and better serve the interests of the people of Adamawa State.

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Umo Eno Visits Tinubu At Aso Rock To Discuss Defection To APC And State Alignment

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Umo Eno met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday, briefing him on recent developments and the general situation in Akwa Ibom State. The governor formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on June 6, 2025, after three months of consultations with key stakeholders across the state. While acknowledging the support of the PDP during his tenure, Eno described his switch to the APC as a strategic and progressive move aimed at strengthening ties with the Federal Government. He cited his admiration for President Tinubu and the need to back Godswill Akpabio as major reasons for the defection. “After completing consultations as your servant, I have decided to move progressively to the APC,” Eno said. “We are joining the APC in the interest of the state, out of respect for President Tinubu, and to provide necessary support for Senate President Godswill Akpabio. This move is from a position of strength, ensuring that our state aligns effectively with the centre.” He also assured residents that his dedication to serving Akwa Ibom State remains unwavering, regardless of political party affiliation.

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Opposition Leaders Reject 2026 Electoral Act, Accuse APC Of Manipulating 2027 Election Process

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Leaders of Nigeria’s opposition parties have rejected the recently amended Electoral Act 2026, which was signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The opposition coalition, including former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and leaders of major parties, criticized both the content of the act and the manner in which it was passed by the National Assembly. At a press briefing, Ajuri Ahmed of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) accused the ruling All Progressives Congress of using the amendment to position President Tinubu as the sole credible presidential contender for 2027. Ahmed highlighted that available technology allows election results to be transmitted from every polling unit and questioned why the act retains provisions for manual collation of votes. He also expressed surprise at the speed with which the President signed the law, noting that other legislation had not received similar expedited treatment. He pointed to the recently concluded Federal Capital Territory (FCT) elections as evidence of the APC’s rush, claiming the results demonstrated flaws in the process. The opposition leaders rejected the outcome of the FCT Area Council polls, describing them as a litmus test that exposed the new Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman’s inability to manage elections effectively.

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Kwankwaso Says Meeting With Makinde Was Courtesy Visit, Not 2027 Political Move

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Rabiu Kwankwaso, the National Leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has stated that his recent private meeting with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde was rooted in personal ties rather than political calculations. Kwankwaso visited Makinde at the Governor’s Office in Ibadan on Wednesday while in Oyo State to commission the NNPP’s state secretariat and engage with party members. The meeting, held behind closed doors, lasted close to two hours. Speaking with journalists afterward, Kwankwaso dismissed claims that the visit was part of any strategy ahead of the 2027 general elections. “This visit is more about personal friendship than party politics.” “Governor Makinde and I have known each other for a long time. Before proceeding to our party engagement in the state, I felt it was proper to pay him a courtesy call.” He acknowledged Makinde’s membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and reflected on his own political background, noting that he was among the founding members of the PDP in 1998. Kwankwaso recalled emerging as governor of Kano State under the PDP in 1999 and later serving as Minister of Defence. He explained that he subsequently moved to the All Progressives Congress (APC) before joining the NNPP, where he now leads the party nationally. As part of his activities in the state, Kwankwaso inaugurated the NNPP office in Ibadan, saying the step was intended to solidify the party’s structure and prepare for the 2027 elections. The meeting comes shortly after Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf left the NNPP for the APC.

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