34 h. ago Atiku to Wike: I don’t regret choosing Okowa as running mate

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the People Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 General Election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has reaffirmed his decision to choose the former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa as his running mate, stressing that he habours no regret for making the choice.  Atiku, while reacting through his media […] The post Atiku to Wike: I don’t regret choosing Okowa as running mate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago 2023 Polls: “No Apologies For Choosing Okowa As Running Mate, Wike Lacked Character For The Role” – Atiku

Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has revealed that Nyesom Wike’s character deficiency led him to choose Ifeanyi Okowa as his running mate. Although Atiku didn’t elaborate on the specific character issues, he stood by his decision, stating he doesn’t regret choosing Okowa over Wike. In a statement signed […] The post 2023 Polls: “No Apologies For Choosing Okowa As Running Mate, Wike Lacked Character For The Role” – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Presidential Amnesty boss calls on Niger Delta to support Tinubu’s administration

Dennis Otuaro, administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), has described President Bola Tinubu as national treasure who has made read more Presidential Amnesty boss calls on Niger Delta to support Tinubu’s administration

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56 h. ago Obi and Atiku condemn mob killing of hunters in Edo, demand justice

Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar have condemned the brutal killing of hunters in Edo State, calling for swift justice and transparent. read more Obi and Atiku condemn mob killing of hunters in Edo, demand justice

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57 h. ago Atiku’s Claims On EFCC, Lagos Dealings Unfounded – Presidency

The Presidency has described as baseless and misleading, recent claims by former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, alleging that he was under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over financial transactions linked to Lagos State. In a statement issued yesterday by the special adviser to the president on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, […]

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59 h. ago Building sustainable economic structures through policy: Atiku Bagudu’s bold moves for economic inclusion

Abubakar Atiku Bagudu was born on December 26, 1961, in Gwandu, Kebbi State. He pursued a degree in Economics at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, followed by a Master’s in Economics from the University of Jos. His passion for economic policy led him to Columbia University, New York, where he earned a second Master’s degree in […] The post Building sustainable economic structures through policy: Atiku Bagudu’s bold moves for economic inclusion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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68 h. ago Presidency dismisses Atiku’s allegations as unfounded, baseless political distraction

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has dismissed recent allegations by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as unfounded and politically motivated. In a statement issued by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the Presidency criticised Atiku’s claims of being investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged […] The post Presidency dismisses Atiku’s allegations as unfounded, baseless political distraction appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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69 h. ago Deputy senate president hails Tinubu’s “visionary leadership” on 73rd birthday

The Deputy Senate President, Senator Jibrin Barau, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on his 73rd birthday, describing him as a visionary leader. According to him, the President’s reforms have helped to reshape the economy positively for the benefit of the present and future generations. Barau disclosed this in a congratulatory message issued on Friday in Read More

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69 h. ago Atiku’s claim of EFCC probing him over Lagos funds transfer baseless — Presidency

Tribune Online Atiku’s claim of EFCC probing him over Lagos funds transfer baseless — Presidency The Presidency has strongly refuted claims by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar that he is under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over an alleged financial transaction involving Lagos State. In a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the Presidency described Atiku’s allegations as […] Atiku’s claim of EFCC probing him over Lagos funds transfer baseless — Presidency Tribune Online

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2 d. ago Killing of Edo hunters must be thoroughly investigated – Atiku

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has demanded a thorough and impartial investigation into the killing of some hunters in Edo State. The 2023 presidential candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) made the call in a statement issued on Friday. It was learnt that the hunters, who were travelling for Sallah, were intercepted […] The post Killing of Edo hunters must be thoroughly investigated – Atiku appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago APC Group Berates Atiku Over Corruption Allegation Against Akpabio

A sociopolitical group, the All Progressives Media Network (APMN), has responded to the former vice president Atiku Abubakar’s recent scathing remarks, accusing Senate President Godswill Akpabio of corruption. Atiku took a swipe at the senate president against the backdrop of his (Akpabio’s) recent sexual harassment allegation levelled against him by the suspended Kogi Central Senator, […]

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3 d. ago Alleged 2023 election funding: Atiku rubbishes link with Sanwo

Tribune Online Alleged 2023 election funding: Atiku rubbishes link with Sanwo-Olu   • I have never met him, I had no transaction with him • Money transfer allegation aimed at sacking Lagos gov Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar reacted to reports linking him to a secret funding arrangement by the governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, ahead of the 2023 presidential election, declaring that he has […] Alleged 2023 election funding: Atiku rubbishes link with Sanwo-Olu Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Tinubu, Atiku, Obi May Be Banned From Presidential, Governorship Elections As Bill To Ban Over 60

House of Representatives has passed for second reading a bill seeking to stop anyone above 60 years from contesting for election to the Offices of the President and Governor in Nigeria. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the legislation, if finally get approval, it will deny President Bola Tinubu, former vice president, Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s […] The post Tinubu, Atiku, Obi May Be Banned From Presidential, Governorship Elections As Bill To Ban Over 60-Year-Olds Passes Second Reading At House Of Reps appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Why Akpabio won’t react to Atiku’s corruption, sexual abuse allegations – Aide

Eseme Eyiboh, media aide to the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has said his principal respects ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar and will, therefore, not respond to Atiku’s claim of corruption and sexual abuse against him. Eyiboh stated this in an interview with The PUNCH on Thursday. He was asked for his principal’s reaction to Atiku’s Read More

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4 d. ago 2027: Without coalition, opposition like zebras facing tiger – Shehu Sani

By John Ogunsemore The major opposition parties must form a coalition to wrest power from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Shehu Sani has said. This is contained in a cryptic message the former Kaduna Central senator posted on Wednesday. Last week, the 2023 presidential candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar […] The post 2027: Without coalition, opposition like zebras facing tiger – Shehu Sani appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Natasha: “Akpabio Is Known For Abusing Women Even As Governor” – Atiku

Former Peoples Democratic Party  presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has described Senate President Godswill Akpabio as corrupt and women abuser. Atiku, in his reaction to the sexual harassment allegations levelled by Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, against Akpabio, said that the former governor of Akwa Ibom State is known with corrupt history. The former vp also […] The post Natasha: “Akpabio Is Known For Abusing Women Even As Governor” – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 2023 Polls: “Atiku To Blame For PDP’s Failure, Wike Has No Regret Opposing His Candidacy” – Lere Olayinka

Lere Olayinka, aide to Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has fired back at Atiku Abubakar over his recent remarks on not choosing Wike as his running mate in the 2023 presidential election. Atiku claimed he had no regrets over the decision, but Olayinka dismissed this justification, blaming Atiku for the party’s defeat. […] The post 2023 Polls: “Atiku To Blame For PDP’s Failure, Wike Has No Regret Opposing His Candidacy” – Lere Olayinka appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago l’m not surprised corrupt NASS leadership approve emergency rule – Atiku

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar says he is not surprised that the National Assembly ratified the declaration of emergency rule in read more l’m not surprised corrupt NASS leadership approve emergency rule – Atiku

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5 d. ago Wike’ll block Atiku’s 2027 presidential ambition, says minister’s aide

Lere Olayinka, media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has vowed that his principal will frustrate former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s 2027 presidential bid. Olayinka made the declaration while reacting to Atiku’s recent comment that he had no regrets about not picking Wike as his running mate in the 2023 Read More

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5 d. ago Rivers emergency rule: Atiku accuses NASS leadership of corruption

Tribune Online Rivers emergency rule: Atiku accuses NASS leadership of corruption Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused the leadership of the National Assembly of corruption over the swift approval of the state of emergency declared in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. Rivers emergency rule: Atiku accuses NASS leadership of corruption Tribune Online

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