Category: Elections

Atiku Vows to Continue Presidential Bids: “I Will Keep Contesting”

23May

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Elections, News, Nigeria

Atiku Vows to Continue Presidential Bids: “I Will Keep Contesting”

Abuja, Nigeria - Atiku Abubakar, Nigeria's former vice-president, has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to pursuing the presidency, declaring his intention to "keep contesting" as long as he remains healthy. The 77-year-old veteran politician made this statement during an interview on the Hausa service of the Voice of America in Abuja. Abubakar, who represented the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 presidential election, will be 81 years old by the next election in 2027. Despite his age, he remains resolute in his ambition to lead Nigeria. “Of course, I will keep contesting again and again as long as I am alive and healthy,” Abubakar said, underscoring his enduring political resolve. Having made six attempts at the presidency, Abubakar has been on the ballot as a pres...

Judiciary is the Biggest Threat to Nigeria’s Democracy – Obi

17May

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Judiciary is the Biggest Threat to Nigeria’s Democracy – Obi

Enugu, May 17, 2024 – Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, has declared the judiciary as the foremost threat to Nigeria’s democracy, rather than the electoral umpire. Obi made these remarks during his keynote speech at the fifth memorial of late Justice Anthony Aniagolu at Godfrey Okoye University in Enugu. In a candid and critical address, the former governor of Anambra State lamented the current state of Nigeria's judicial system, which he described as being plagued by corruption and inefficiency. "Justice in Nigeria goes to the highest bidder and has become commodified," Obi stated emphatically. "While the judiciary, today, still boasts of a few outstanding judges, there is an undeniable decline in our judicial system. This decline ...

South Africa’s Contentious Healthcare Bill Signed into Law

16May

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South Africa’s Contentious Healthcare Bill Signed into Law

South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the National Health Insurance (NHI) bill into law on Wednesday, sparking both hope and controversy across the nation. The bill, enacted just two weeks before a crucial general election, aims to deliver quality healthcare to all South Africans, regardless of income. However, concerns loom large over its implementation amidst fears of corruption and budget constraints. The ruling African National Congress (ANC), facing the possibility of losing its parliamentary majority for the first time post-apartheid, sees the NHI as a vital step towards equitable healthcare. Currently, 80% of citizens rely on stretched state-run health services, while only 16% have access to private healthcare through medical aid schemes. See Also: One Million Afric...

Wike was instrumental in Obi’s PDP Exit – Paul Ibe

12May

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Wike was instrumental in Obi’s PDP Exit – Paul Ibe

Paul Ibe, the spokesperson for Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 elections, has pointed fingers at the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, accusing him of frustrating the Southeastern presidential zoning within the party, rather than Atiku. Speaking on Seun Okinbaloye’s Mic On podcast, Ibe clarified that Atiku had advocated for the PDP to allocate the 2023 presidential ticket to the Southeast region. However, he alleged that Wike played a pivotal role in thwarting this effort. The backdrop of this accusation stems from the departure of Peter Obi, the former vice presidential candidate of the PDP in the 2019 elections, who shifted allegiance to the Labour Party (LP) ahead of the 2023 presidential ele...

Rivers Assembly Relocated to Government House Amidst Political Turmoil

11May

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Rivers Assembly Relocated to Government House Amidst Political Turmoil

In a move that has further intensified the political crisis in Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has issued Executive Order 001, dated October 30, 2023, mandating the temporary relocation of the state House of Assembly's proceedings to the Government House Auditorium. The decision comes in the wake of a fire incident on October 29, 2023, which severely damaged the hallowed chambers of the Assembly, rendering it unsafe for legislative activities. The governor's gazette cited the need for urgent repairs, renovations, and reconstruction of the damaged chambers as the primary reason for the relocation. The relocation order has sparked controversy, especially considering the ongoing political rift between Governor Fubara and Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territo...

APC Calls for Impeachment of Rivers Governor Amid Political Turmoil

8May

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APC Calls for Impeachment of Rivers Governor Amid Political Turmoil

The caretaker committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has urged the state's House of Assembly to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara. This call comes after a previous notice of impeachment was withdrawn in December following intervention by President Bola Tinubu in a dispute between Fubara and Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The ongoing feud between Fubara and Wike revolves around control of Rivers' political structure. Speaking at a press conference in Port Harcourt, Tony Okocha, the APC state chairman, accused Governor Fubara of disrespecting President Tinubu. Okocha emphasized the party's refusal to tolerate such behavior, stating that it would be "foolhardy" to allow someone to insult the President in their presence. S...

Chad’s President Expected to Win as Country Heads to Polls

4May

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Chad’s President Expected to Win as Country Heads to Polls

Chad braces itself for presidential elections on Monday, with incumbent President General Mahamat Idriss Deby widely anticipated to secure a comfortable victory. Deby ascended to power three years ago following the death of his father, Idriss Déby Itno, who was reportedly killed in combat while battling rebels seeking to overthrow his administration. The elder Deby had governed Chad with a firm grip for thirty years. A career military officer, the current president initially pledged to organize elections within 18 months of assuming office. However, his government postponed the polls, allowing Deby to participate as a candidate for the presidency. Despite assertions from the government that the election would restore constitutional governance, opposition factions express skepticism, vo...

Dele Momodu Decries APC’s Alleged Attempts to Destabilize Opposition

3May

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Dele Momodu Decries APC’s Alleged Attempts to Destabilize Opposition

Dele Momodu, a prominent figure within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of orchestrating a campaign to undermine and destabilize the opposition party. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television's Politics Today on Thursday, Momodu expressed concerns over what he perceives as the APC's concerted efforts to weaken the PDP. According to Momodu, the APC is employing various tactics to dismantle the opposition, including attempts to co-opt susceptible individuals, intimidate those who resist, and sow discord within the party's ranks. "The APC will do everything possible to destroy opposition; buy those who are buyable, to terrorize those who are not buyable and make sure that the party is in disarray, that is all," ass...

The Rule of Law and the Credibility of Leadership

25Oct

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The Rule of Law and the Credibility of Leadership

Still on the identity crisis and controversies that have continued to haunt the Nigerian citadel of power since the February 25, 2023 presidential elections. There is this saying: "IT IS NOT TITLES THAT HONOUR MEN, BUT MEN THAT HONOUR TITLES." The lofty titles that decorate people in power have little meaning if there is a hollowness and falsehood underneath them. Such titles which adorn those in public office mean nothing if they are not original and are fake if those who bear them have no honour to support the weight of the titles they carry. In situations where there is public doubt as to the veracity and authenticity of these titles and the claims behind them, it is the judiciary's role, when called upon, to uphold the honour of the titles through transparent rulings. Only th...

Tinubu’s Certificate Forgery: My Focus is on the Supreme Court, Obi to Atiku

6Oct

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Tinubu’s Certificate Forgery: My Focus is on the Supreme Court, Obi to Atiku

Presidential candidate Peter Obi of the Labour Party has responded to an appeal by his People's Democratic Party (PDP) counterpart, Atiku Abubakar, to join the legal battle challenging President Bola Tinubu's certificate forgery case. In a statement released on Thursday and signed by the National Publicity Secretary of the Labour Party, Obiora Ifoh, Obi stated that he is currently focused on reclaiming his allegedly stolen mandate at the Supreme Court. See Also: No Deal Between Obi, Atiku – Labour Party Campaign Office The statement emphasized that Obi has been committed to pursuing justice and ensuring a just nation where integrity and honor are upheld as core values. He has consistently advocated for leaders to serve as role models and live lives worthy of emulation. As part of th...