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APC Chieftain Claims Reps Now Get N1bn Senators N2bn for Constituency Projects Under Tinubu

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Ayodele Asalu, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, has claimed that constituency project allowances for federal lawmakers have significantly increased under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, rising from N200 million to N1 billion for House of Representatives members and up to N2 billion for Senators. Constituency allowances are federal funds allocated to lawmakers to address developmental and socio-economic challenges in their constituencies. Asalu, a former House of Representatives aspirant for Ede/Egbedore/Ejigbo Federal Constituency, made the claim during a meeting with APC supporters, as seen in a video shared by IntelRegion. He stated that following the removal of fuel subsidy, federal allocations to states and lawmakers were reviewed upward to allow for greater project execution capacity. “Before 2024, it wasn’t like this. But after subsidy removal, federal allocations to states increased—and so did lawmakers’ project funds. If you see a lawmaker executing projects, don’t think it’s from their pocket,” he said in Yoruba. Asalu’s remarks echo those of Senator Ned Nwoko (Delta North), who disclosed in March 2024 that he received over N1 billion for constituency projects in the 2024 budget. Nwoko emphasized that while there’s no uniform distribution, lawmakers secure funds based on lobbying power, noting that the allocations are intended for infrastructure and community development, not personal use.

In a significant political development, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has officially endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as its candidate for the 2027 presidential election. The announcement was made by Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo during President Tinubu's working visit to the state on May 8, 2025. Speaking at a reception held at Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, Governor Soludo emphasized the shared progressive ideals between APGA and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). He stated, "Our party (APGA) started endorsing the president at the centre from 2011 before I joined, and will continue to align and support the government at the centre. President Tinubu, who was sworn in on May 29, 2023, is expected to complete his first term in May 2027. The endorsement by APGA, a prominent party in the South-East, is seen as a strategic alliance aimed at fostering national unity and collaboration. During his visit, President Tinubu commissioned several projects, including the state's first-ever Government House, marking a historic milestone for Anambra State. He also received a chieftaincy title, 'Dike Si Mba' (Hero from another land), conferred by traditional rulers in recognition of his contributions to the state. The endorsement has sparked discussions within political circles, with some viewing it as a move to strengthen progressive politics in Nigeria. As the 2027 elections approach, such alliances may play a crucial role in shaping the country's political landscape.

APGA Endorses President Tinubu for 2027 Backs Alliance with APC

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In a significant political development, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has officially endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as its candidate for the 2027 presidential election. The announcement was made by Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo during President Tinubu’s working visit to the state on May 8, 2025. Speaking at a reception held at Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, Governor Soludo emphasized the shared progressive ideals between APGA and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). He stated, “Our party (APGA) started endorsing the president at the centre from 2011 before I joined, and will continue to align and support the government at the centre. President Tinubu, who was sworn in on May 29, 2023, is expected to complete his first term in May 2027. The endorsement by APGA, a prominent party in the South-East, is seen as a strategic alliance aimed at fostering national unity and collaboration. During his visit, President Tinubu commissioned several projects, including the state’s first-ever Government House, marking a historic milestone for Anambra State. He also received a chieftaincy title, ‘Dike Si Mba’ (Hero from another land), conferred by traditional rulers in recognition of his contributions to the state. The endorsement has sparked discussions within political circles, with some viewing it as a move to strengthen progressive politics in Nigeria. As the 2027 elections approach, such alliances may play a crucial role in shaping the country’s political landscape.

Lagos Council Boss Slumps at APC Meeting

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The Chairman of Bariga Local Government Area of Lagos State, Kolade Alabi, on Wednesday, suddenly slumped at the All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders’ meeting. The meeting was held at the party’s Secretariat along the ACME Road in Ikeja, Lagos. Alabi, who is the state chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), was said to be addressing party members when he suddenly slumped. He was subsequently revived and rushed to the hospital in an ambulance for further treatment.

Alex Otti Denies Defection Plans to APC

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Alex Otti, the governor of Abia State, has firmly denied reports linking him to a planned defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Recent reports had alleged that Otti met with Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, to discuss a possible move to the ruling party, following Thursday’s National Economic Council (NEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. However, in a statement issued on Saturday, Ferdinand Ekeoma, Special Adviser to Otti on Media and Publicity, described the claims as “false, baseless, and unfounded.” He clarified that the alleged meeting was misrepresented and had no political undertones. “After the National Economic Council meeting on Thursday, April 24, Governor Otti and a few of his colleagues attended the birthday celebration of Governor Uzodinma’s twin daughters — an event that had absolutely nothing to do with politics,” Ekeoma said. He noted that Governor Otti’s “rising profile and performance” as Abia governor may have triggered speculations and political projections from different quarters. Ekeoma stressed that any decision with long-term consequences would be made only in consultation with the people of Abia State and Otti’s close political allies. The statement reiterated that Governor Otti remains fully committed to his mandate and that it would be premature to allow 2027 political calculations to distract from the current focus on governance and service delivery. “We wish to emphatically state that Governor Otti remains a member of the Labour Party and is not planning or discussing with anyone about defecting to the APC or any other party,” Ekeoma said. In recent weeks, the ruling APC has attracted several members from major opposition parties, with reports suggesting that more governors and key political figures may also be considering a switch.

PDP Governors No Longer Backing Atiku – APC Chieftain Akindele Mocks El-Rufai

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A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ayekooto Akindele, has claimed that no Nigerian governor, including Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, will support former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s presidential bid in 2027. Akindele mocked Atiku, alleging that Adeleke no longer answers his calls during the day. Posting on X (formerly Twitter), Akindele dismissed Atiku and former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai’s chances of challenging President Bola Tinubu’s reelection, declaring that they cannot prevent Tinubu from completing a second term in office. His remarks come amid reports of a growing rift within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). According to those reports, a secret deal between some PDP governors and President Tinubu is said to be fueling internal unrest in the opposition party. The alliance is believed to be weakening Atiku’s influence and undermining his political base ahead of the 2027 general election. Recently, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, publicly declared his support for Tinubu, stating the president enjoys broad national backing and will remain in power until 2031. His comment came shortly after the PDP Governors’ Forum reportedly distanced itself from Atiku’s proposed coalition. Akindele doubled down on his criticism, writing: “There’s no Nigerian governor who has declared support for Atiku in 2027. Even Adeleke no dey pick Atiku’s calls at daytime again. One million Atikus and El-Rufais cannot stop the South and Tinubu from spending eight years in power. When it comes to politics, don’t drag anything with the JAGABAN

APC Welcomes Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori Okowa Others to Party

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed excitement over the decision of Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling party. In a statement issued by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC), led by Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the APC welcomed not only Governor Oborevwori but also former Delta Governor and 2023 PDP vice presidential candidate, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, as well as several senior government officials, state lawmakers, local government chairmen, councilors, and PDP members across the state. The APC assured the defectors of full support and integration within the party, describing their entry as a strategic boost that positions Delta State to play a vital role in the implementation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for the prosperity of Deltans and Nigerians at large.

Delta Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori Decamps to APC

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Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has reportedly dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). He was said to have defected alongside his commissioners. This was revealed after a high-level, closed-door meeting at the Government House in Asaba on Wednesday evening. The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Festus Ahon, said the decision came after “wide consultations with political stakeholders and in the interest of Delta’s long-term development.” Oborevwori was elected in 2023 under the PDP platform. Senator James Manager, who addressed the press after a meeting of the PDP stakeholders in Government House, said a formal declaration would be made on Monday. He said that the governor’s defection to the ruling party was in the interest and the overall development of Delta state. Mr Manager said the entire PDP structure in the state had collapsed to the APC. Present at the briefing were Governor Oborevwori, the immediate past governor Ifeanyi Okowa, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Emomotimi Guor and other PDP stalwarts.

You can’t return to office- PDP tells sacked Osun LG Chairmen, Councillors

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The national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has cautioned the sacked Osun State Local Government Chairmen and Councillors to perish the thought of forcing themselves back into office as such will amount to a futile venture with dire consequences. The PDP also charged the All Progressives Congress (APC) to accept the reality and end its resort to self-help, misrepresentations, vituperations, violence and killing with the aim to trigger crisis and destabilize the State, having realized that it has irredeemably lost. The PDP asserted that the fate of the ousted Local Government Chairmen and Councilors was sealed by the Judgment of the Court to Appeal which nullified the unconstitutional attempt by the then Governor Gboyega Oyetola to illegally plant them as Local Government officers in the guise of an election. Having been roundly rejected by the people of Osun State in the Saturday, July 16, 2022, governorship election, the then Governor Oyetola and the APC ought to have known that attempting to side-step the laws and manipulate the process to illegally foist APC members and apologists as Local Government Chairmen and Counselors was an exercise in futility which was bound to fail ultimately. The APC is the architect of its misfortune. It should have known that disregarding and refusing to comply with the provisions of the Constitution and the Osun State Local Government Election Laws with respect to the requirement on notices, processes and procedures of conducting local government election is destined to be fatal and irreparable. “We counsel the Osun State APC to stop playing to the gallery by trying to bring in the exulted office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria into disrepute by hopelessly dropping the President’s name at public spaces in their desperate but pathetic and unrealizable attempt to garner undeserved sympathy. “The APC should note that our nation operates a federal system of government with clearly entrenched devolution of powers among the federating units as well as the various sub-national tiers of government. It should therefore desist from the fruitless attempt to drag President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Federal Government into the issue of local government election which, under the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), is within the purview of the State and has no connection whatsoever with the Federal Government. “If the APC believes that it is truly popular in Osun State as it claims, it should rather get ready for election as already scheduled by the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) instead of holding unto an imaginary strand of straw and instigating violence and killings in the State. “Our Party strongly condemns the violence and killing of some youths today by APC thugs and calls on the Inspector General of Police to hold APC leaders in Osun State responsible and bring them to book for this heinous crime,” PDP declared in a statement on Monday. The PDP called on the people of Osun State to remain calm, law-abiding and get ready for the Local Government Election as they continue to support Governor Ademola Adeleke in his outstanding delivery of monumental life-enhancing projects and programs in the State.