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Dele Momodu Officially Joins ADC

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Former presidential candidate Dele Momodu has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Momodu made the declaration on Thursday in Benin City, the Edo State capital, while addressing his supporters. He clarified that his decision was not driven by personal ambition, stressing that he is not seeking any elective office in the state. According to him, his move is solely about contributing to the development and wellbeing of the people. “And I came home for the first time and I coordinated everything, then it took me over 50 years, you won’t believe it, of excruciating hard work and meticulous planning to plant a home from my modest income in Iwe,” Momodu said. “So today, nobody can say Dele has no roots in Iwe. Today, I am standing before you, my friends, as I humbly reintegrate myself into the political process of my state.” He dismissed speculations about his political ambition, adding, “People have asked me, what do you want? Do you want to be a governor, a senator? No. I just want to promote the best interests of our people.”

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Court Fixes January 23 For Hearing On PDP Faction’s Stay Of Proceedings Application

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed January 23, 2026, to hear an application by the Kabiru Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) seeking to stay proceedings in a suit filed by a rival faction aligned with Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik adjourned the matter to allow the plaintiffs’ counsel, Dr. Onyechi Ikpeazu, SAN, to respond to the motion for a stay filed by the Turaki-led faction. The Wike-aligned PDP, led by Acting National Chairman Alhaji Mohammed Abdulrahman and factional National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu, filed the suit (FHC/ABJ/CS/2501/2025) seeking to restrain the Turaki-led faction (5th to 25th defendants) from acting as representatives of the party or accessing the PDP national secretariat at Wadara Plaza, Abuja. The plaintiffs also asked the court to prevent the police, Department of State Services (DSS), and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising any office address submitted by the Turaki-led faction, insisting that previous High Court judgments by Justices James Omotosho and Peter Lifu be fully enforced. The dispute escalated after Justice Abdulmalik granted an ex-parte order restricting action pending the suit’s determination. The Turaki-led faction challenged the ruling at the Court of Appeal and filed a motion to stay further proceedings in the High Court pending the appeal. Chief Chris Uche, SAN, representing the Turaki-led faction, also requested the judge recuse herself, citing a reasonable apprehension of bias and alleging that past rulings in similar PDP disputes favored the Wike-aligned faction. He urged that the case be reassigned to another judge. Ikpeazu, counsel for the plaintiffs, countered that filing an appeal does not automatically halt proceedings, and the High Court has the power to continue the case while the appeal is pending. He added that the Turaki-led faction had not moved to set aside the prior orders. Justice Abdulmalik directed the plaintiffs to formally respond to the stay application and adjourned the matter to January 23 for the hearing of the motion. In their recusal motion, the Turaki faction cited twelve grounds, arguing their constitutional right to a fair and impartial hearing under Section 36(1) of the 1999 Constitution, and highlighted prior ex-parte orders they claim prejudiced them in favour of the Wike-aligned faction.

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JUST IN: Segun Oni Defects to APC

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Former Ekiti State Governor Olusegun Oni has officially dumped the Social Democratic Party for the ruling All Progressives Congress, completing his registration at his country home in Ifaki Ekiti. Confirming the development, the Coordinator of the APC e-registration exercise in Ekiti State and Commissioner for Youth Development, Adesola Adedayo, described Oni’s defection as a major gain for the party. He said the former governor’s decision to formally register with the APC had given a strong push to the ongoing registration exercise across the state. “We registered former Governor Segun Oni as a member of our great party. This significant political move will help the ongoing online registration of our members in Ekiti,” Adedayo said. He further praised Oni as “a resourceful and popular leader who will add tremendous value to the party and strengthen its winning streak,” noting that his move marked “a seismic shift in the political realignment ahead of the Ekiti governorship poll and the general elections.” Speaking on Oni’s grassroots influence, the commissioner said, “When it comes to grassroots politics, former Governor Oni is a respected individual. He is well-loved at the grassroots, and the intention of our registration is to attract more people into the APC. Having an individual like the former governor with us at this crucial time is a big plus.” Adedayo also cautioned party leaders against complacency, stressing that sustained mobilisation was key to strengthening the APC’s numerical strength at the grassroots. He added that Oni’s registration came shortly after Governor Biodun Oyebanji revalidated his membership, urging party faithful across the state “to embark on aggressive mobilisation drives to fortify the APC at the local level.” “This exercise is very important as it will strengthen our party’s structures and ensure proper documentation of members at the grassroots,” he said, adding that the e-registration process was crucial to the party’s electoral success and the governor’s re-election bid.

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Orji Kalu, Theodore Orji Strategise On Reclaiming Abia Power From Alex Otti

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Former Abia governors Orji Kalu and Theodore Orji held a strategic meeting in Umuahia on Friday aimed at consolidating political influence and challenging Governor Alex Otti. The gathering brought together political figures who served the state between 2009 and 2023, with Kalu describing it as an effort to form a united front. The Abia North senator proposed expanding the group, known as “The Team,” to include all former political officeholders from that period. He stressed that the group had played a significant role in Abia’s development and should not be dismissed. “Leadership is a relay race. I finished and handed over to Senator T. A. Orji, and he finished and handed over to Okezie Ikpeazu,” Kalu said. “So one person cannot say we did nothing or that we are irrelevant. Our main purpose is that one person must go down in 2027.” Kalu urged members to remain committed, noting that the platform is bipartisan and open to allies across party lines. A highlight of the meeting was a motion by Chinedum Orji, former Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, calling for the group to be expanded to include all former political officeholders, including national assembly members, who served between 2009 and 2023. The motion was unanimously approved. Earlier this week, Kalu also criticized Otti, saying the governor “overrates himself politically” and would require the support of key stakeholders to secure victory. The remarks followed Otti’s statement that he would support the Labour Party candidate in Abia North to challenge Kalu in the 2027 election.

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Labour Party Recognises Alex Otti As National Leader

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The Labour Party (LP) has formally recognised Abia State Governor Alex Otti as its national leader while extending goodwill to its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, following his move to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The decision was announced in a communiqué issued by the party’s National Secretary, Darlington Nwokocha, after a meeting of the National Working Committee (NWC) held on Wednesday to address issues concerning the party’s stability, growth, and strategic direction. According to the communiqué, the NWC unanimously endorsed Governor Otti as the national leader of the party. It also expressed best wishes to Peter Obi, stating that the Labour Party’s leadership wishes him success in his future political pursuits and in his new party. The NWC further recognised former Minister of Finance, Nenadi Usman, as the party’s national chairman. The party explained that this position is consistent with the Supreme Court judgment of April 4, 2025, which ruled that the tenure of Julius Abure as national chairman had expired. The Labour Party urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to accord Nenadi Usman and the National Secretary, Nwokocha, full recognition in line with the court ruling already acknowledged by the electoral body. It also reaffirmed that all congresses and the National Convention of the party would be conducted strictly in line with the provisions of its constitution, encouraging members at all levels to participate actively. The party thanked its members and Nigerians for their continued support, stressing that the Labour Party remains united and committed to promoting equal opportunity, social justice, and good governance. The Labour Party placed third in the 2023 presidential election, with Peter Obi as its flagbearer.

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Datti Baba-Ahmed Denies Declaring Presidential Ambition

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Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has denied claims that he recently announced plans to run for president. Speaking on Channels Television on Friday, Baba-Ahmed said his comments were misunderstood and wrongly presented as a declaration of presidential ambition. “I never declared to contest the presidency two days ago.” He explained that his recent statements were only meant to confirm that he remains a member of the Labour Party, especially amid ongoing conversations about the party’s future and the roles of its prominent figures. While admitting that political possibilities may arise later, he stressed that no decision or announcement has been made. His clarification follows widespread reports suggesting he was positioning himself for a presidential bid ahead of the next general election, a development that triggered intense debate among supporters and political analysts. Providing further clarification, Baba-Ahmed said, “Two days ago, what I did was simply say that I remain in the Labour Party. I never declared to contest the presidency, even though there could be a possibility of that happening. I certainly did not declare for the presidency. I reiterated my membership of the Labour Party, and that is all.” He added that any formal declaration would only come after the Independent National Electoral Commission releases its timetable and the Labour Party opens its internal process. “The submission I made was that one will have to wait for the INEC timetable and for the party to make the call for people to indicate their interest. I did not declare.”

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Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed Says He Will Support Peter Obi in 2027 If He Returns to Labour Party

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Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, former Labour Party (LP) vice-presidential candidate in 2023, has said he is ready to back Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election if the ex-Anambra governor returns to the LP. Speaking in an interview with Trust TV, Baba-Ahmed addressed Obi’s recent defection from the LP to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stressing that their personal relationship remains strong despite the political shift. “Peter Obi did not invite me to join him in ADC because everyone knows me. There are certain things you would rather not approach me with; people know me even while I was in Parliament,” he said. Baba-Ahmed added that his respect for Obi has not wavered. He recalled Obi attending a family wedding at his home, saying, “Our personal relationships are solid. Only on the 12th, he attended the wedding in my house, in person, where I have much, much, much respect for Peter Obi.” The former lawmaker said he would support Obi’s 2027 presidential ambitions if he fails to secure the ADC ticket and returns to the Labour Party. “If he doesn’t get the ADC ticket, come back, please. I will work for you and try to get him the ticket in Labour,” Baba-Ahmed said. He also promised to help reconcile Obi with any party members who feel aggrieved. “I will try and mend the ways between him and whoever are not in good terms with him,” he added.

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Rivers APC Rejects Impeachment Threat Against Governor Fubara

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The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned moves in the State House of Assembly to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, describing the action as “untenable” and warning against efforts that could destabilize the state government. The statement follows reports that the Rivers State House of Assembly had formally initiated impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara. Speaker Martins Amaewhule reportedly labelled the governor a “mistake” and accused him of gross misconduct. In response, APC spokesperson Darlington Nwauju issued a statement emphasizing the party’s rejection of the impeachment move. “The leadership of the APC in Rivers State has noted the recent developments in the State House of Assembly. While we respect the legislature’s independence and constitutional responsibility for checks and balances, we categorically reject any attempt to remove our Governor and his deputy through impeachment,” the statement read. Nwauju argued that the impeachment threat is rooted in budget issues, noting that under the 2025 emergency rule, a budget totaling ₦1.485 trillion was transmitted to and approved by the National Assembly, covering a full year until August 2026. He added that the Governor is entitled under the constitution to a six-month spending window into a new fiscal year and may choose not to present a supplementary budget. The APC warned lawmakers, especially party members, to resist external pressures aimed at destabilizing the government. “Our party will take all necessary steps to protect the APC-led government in Rivers State from internal conflicts. We call on members of the State Assembly to immediately halt the impeachment process to safeguard the state’s progress and preserve the party’s reputation. Let Rivers State remain a democracy, not a politicocracy,” the statement concluded. The party reiterated its commitment to ensuring the stability of the Fubara administration and the continued development of Rivers State.

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