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2027: Martha Agba South-South APC Stakeholders Endorse Tinubu for Second Term

Fola Badmus02 mins

Prominent political leader Martha Agba joined key stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benin City for a high-level South-South Stakeholders Meeting, where the region formally reaffirmed its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second-term bid ahead of the 2027 general elections. The strategic gathering brought together a formidable coalition of APC faithful, including Governors of Delta, Akwa Ibom, Edo, and Cross River States, zonal party executives, and former governors—most notably Senator Ben Ayade of Cross River State. The President of the Senate led a robust delegation of National Assembly members from the region, underscoring growing internal unity and the APC’s preparedness to retain national leadership. Addressing the gathering, Martha Agba restated her unwavering support for President Tinubu and Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu, pledging to continue mobilizing grassroots support for their re-election efforts. She also used the platform to encourage young women across the South-South to take active roles in politics, urging them to prepare for elective positions in 2027. “Inclusive participation is essential for a truly representative democracy,” she said. The meeting concluded with the Senate President delivering the closing remarks and reading a communiqué in which the APC South-South leaders unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as their candidate for a second term. With this endorsement, the APC aims to consolidate its base across the South-South, rallying support amid a tightening race as opposition forces also mobilize nationwide.

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2027: ADC Coalition Leaders Begin Grassroots Mobilisation Nationwide

Fola Badmus05 mins

Published: July 6, 2025 | By Kamal Yalwa As Nigeria’s 2027 general elections draw closer, the African Democratic Congress (ADC)-led opposition coalition has officially begun grassroots mobilisation efforts across the country. The coalition’s interim national chairman, Senator David Mark, and national secretary, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, have returned to their respective states—Benue and Osun—to galvanise support from local political bases. According to sources within the party, each coalition leader has been assigned a geo-political zone for mobilisation. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar will lead mobilisation efforts in the North East, Mark in the North Central, and former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai in the North West. In the southern regions, Peter Obi will coordinate activities in the South East, Rotimi Amaechi in the South-South, and Aregbesola in the South West. While Mark’s presence in Benue coincided with a family event, insiders say he is expected to meet local political stakeholders. Aregbesola, meanwhile, was welcomed by loyalists as he transited through Lagos to Osun State. Atiku reportedly met with ADC leaders from Gombe State in Abuja last Friday, indicating an intensifying momentum. Confirming the developments, ADC National Publicity Secretary, Malam Bolaji Abdullahi, said coalition leaders had been directed to consult widely within their zones and would reconvene in Abuja in two weeks to assess progress. Other key politicians such as Maina Waziri in Yobe and Emeka Ihedioha in Imo have also begun rallying support in their respective states. The official unveiling of the ADC-led coalition in Abuja last Wednesday sent ripples across Nigeria’s political landscape, especially as the PDP and Labour Party remain entangled in internal leadership crises. Prominent political figures—including Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai, Amaechi, Dino Melaye, Dele Momodu, and Senator David Mark—attended the coalition’s unveiling, signalling a serious opposition challenge to the ruling APC. While APC officials have downplayed the coalition, Senator Mark declared that the ADC alliance is committed to rescuing Nigeria from its current challenges. Political watchers are divided. While some believe the coalition’s political heavyweights still wield considerable influence, others warn the ruling party not to underestimate the opposition’s grassroots potential. Former APC Abuja chairman Sunny Moniedafe noted that widespread hardship could make the 2027 elections unpredictable, while Senator Abubakar Girei dismissed the coalition as a group of “disgruntled politicians” with no clear ideology. Still, groups like the Arewa Youths for the Sustenance of Democracy caution the APC against complacency, describing the coalition as politically savvy with nationwide reach. Responding to critics, Atiku’s aide Hon. Oladimeji Fabiyi maintained that the coalition has strong grassroots appeal and national credibility, backed by the political clout of its members. As mobilisation accelerates, one thing is clear—Nigeria’s political scene is heating up fast, and the ADC coalition is shaping up to be a formidable force in the 2027 race.

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Former governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi, was a guest speaker at the ninth edition of the Akinjide Adeosun Foundation (AAF) Annual Leadership Discourse held in Lagos. Speaking on the theme *“Fearless Leadership: A Panacea for Sustainable Development,”* Amaechi discussed a range of issues, including his role in mobilizing against former President Goodluck Jonathan, who was the candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2015 presidential elections. Amaechi explained that his decision to mobilize against Jonathan was rooted in his dissatisfaction with the president's leadership style, pointing to the economic struggles Nigerians were facing as Jonathan left office, including the rising dollar rate. Amaechi recounted the personal dangers he faced during this period, revealing that even though he had the immunity of a governor, the risks were severe. He shared an anecdote about his attempt to visit Ekiti, where he was blocked by security forces. Despite being advised against it, he persisted in his travel, leading to a tense standoff with soldiers. The situation became more dangerous when Amaechi was warned that his life could not be accounted for if he stayed in the area. He narrowly escaped with the help of a military officer, who advised him to leave before dark. The former governor also described a tense moment during a trip to Kano. After successfully installing the Emir of Kano, Amaechi found himself trapped by bad weather and the political hostility of the region's leadership. He was denied permission to land, and even after efforts to board a commercial flight were blocked, he was forced to seek the help of a local security officer to escape the situation. He recounted how he managed to leave Kano under strict surveillance, with a journey that took him through Zaria and Kaduna before finally reaching Abuja. Amaechi also discussed President Bola Tinubu's policies, particularly the removal of the oil subsidy, which he supported but felt could have been better managed. He criticized the approach for not considering social welfare measures, like creating employment through large-scale housing projects, which could have mitigated the impact of subsidy removal on Nigerians. He argued that had the government created jobs first, people would have been better equipped to handle the financial strain caused by the removal of the subsidy. Finally, Amaechi reflected on the state of activism in Nigeria, particularly among student groups like the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). He lamented the decline of activism, noting how students and labor unions were once united in their struggle against government policies. He criticized the current lack of ideological commitment within these organizations, contrasting it with the more radical, ideologically driven activism of the past.

I Escaped Death While Mobilising Against Jonathan – Amaechi

Fola Badmus14 mins

Former governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi, was a guest speaker at the ninth edition of the Akinjide Adeosun Foundation (AAF) Annual Leadership Discourse held in Lagos. Speaking on the theme “Fearless Leadership: A Panacea for Sustainable Development,” Amaechi discussed a range of issues, including his role in mobilizing against former President Goodluck Jonathan, who was the candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2015 presidential elections. Amaechi explained that his decision to mobilize against Jonathan was rooted in his dissatisfaction with the president’s leadership style, pointing to the economic struggles Nigerians were facing as Jonathan left office, including the rising dollar rate. Amaechi recounted the personal dangers he faced during this period, revealing that even though he had the immunity of a governor, the risks were severe. He shared an anecdote about his attempt to visit Ekiti, where he was blocked by security forces. Despite being advised against it, he persisted in his travel, leading to a tense standoff with soldiers. The situation became more dangerous when Amaechi was warned that his life could not be accounted for if he stayed in the area. He narrowly escaped with the help of a military officer, who advised him to leave before dark. The former governor also described a tense moment during a trip to Kano. After successfully installing the Emir of Kano, Amaechi found himself trapped by bad weather and the political hostility of the region’s leadership. He was denied permission to land, and even after efforts to board a commercial flight were blocked, he was forced to seek the help of a local security officer to escape the situation. He recounted how he managed to leave Kano under strict surveillance, with a journey that took him through Zaria and Kaduna before finally reaching Abuja. Amaechi also discussed President Bola Tinubu’s policies, particularly the removal of the oil subsidy, which he supported but felt could have been better managed. He criticized the approach for not considering social welfare measures, like creating employment through large-scale housing projects, which could have mitigated the impact of subsidy removal on Nigerians. He argued that had the government created jobs first, people would have been better equipped to handle the financial strain caused by the removal of the subsidy. Finally, Amaechi reflected on the state of activism in Nigeria, particularly among student groups like the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC). He lamented the decline of activism, noting how students and labor unions were once united in their struggle against government policies. He criticized the current lack of ideological commitment within these organizations, contrasting it with the more radical, ideologically driven activism of the past.

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