7 h. ago Defections to APC driven by Tinubu’s performance, not mere politics –Gov Otu

Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has reaffirmed that the growing wave of defections to the All Progressives Congress (APC) is propelled by the sterling performance of President Bola Tinubu, rather than political calculations. Governor Otu made the assertion at a high-profile event where he, alongside Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, and the National Chairman […] The post Defections to APC driven by Tinubu’s performance, not mere politics –Gov Otu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP’s defections: Unprecedented political tsunami –Tinubu

•It’s a movement –Oborevwori   From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, described the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, and the entire structure of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State, to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a political tsunami of unimaginable proportions. He stated this while […] The post Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP’s defections: Unprecedented political tsunami –Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Delta Defections: Tinubu, APC Firm Grip On Inherited PDP Structure

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his political party, the All Progressive Congress (APC), took firm control of inherited structures in Delta State with an official ceremony yesterday, following the defections of government officials and other officials last week. President Tinubu, who has granted the defectors a waiver, said they are not tenants in the party. […]

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12 h. ago Delta can’t afford to work against Tinubu in 2027, says Oborevwori

Sheriff Oborevwori, the governor of Delta state, has pledged his loyalty to President Bola Tinubu following his defection to the read more Delta can’t afford to work against Tinubu in 2027, says Oborevwori

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13 h. ago “More Governors Will Join APC After Oborevwori’s Defection” – Ganduje

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has expressed confidence that more governors currently in opposition parties will soon defect to the ruling APC. Ganduje made the statement on Monday during a special event in Asaba, Delta State, organized to officially welcome Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa into […] The post “More Governors Will Join APC After Oborevwori’s Defection” – Ganduje appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago My Defection To APC Was For Delta’s Growth, Not Personal Gain – Okowa

Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has clarified the reasons behind his recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) alongside Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Speaking on Monday, Okowa revealed that the decision was motivated by the need to strengthen Delta State’s connection to the federal government’s resources and goodwill, which he believes are essential for […] The post My Defection To APC Was For Delta’s Growth, Not Personal Gain – Okowa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago UTME: Ekiti Governor commends JAMB, assures people with disabilities of more support as over 30 write exam

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has commended the Joint Admissions And Matriculation Board(JAMB) for providing candidates with disabilities the opportunity to participate in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The Governor hailed the Board’s Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, for coming up with the Jamb Equal Opportunity Group (JEOG) an inclusive education […] The post UTME: Ekiti Governor commends JAMB, assures people with disabilities of more support as over 30 write exam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Oborevwori Pledges Support For Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection After Joining APC

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has pledged his full backing for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 reelection campaign after formally defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC). At a rally held in Asaba on Monday, Oborevwori explained that the move to the APC was necessary to ensure Delta State’s alignment with the federal government. He argued […] The post Oborevwori Pledges Support For Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection After Joining APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago ‘It’s an unprecedented political tsunami’ – Tinubu on Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP defections

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Monday, described the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, and the entire structure of Delta State Peoples Democratic Party, PDP to the All Progressives Congress, APC as a political tsunami of unimaginable proportions.  President Tinubu stated this while receiving Governor Oborevwori, immediate past […] The post ‘It’s an unprecedented political tsunami’ – Tinubu on Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDP defections appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Residents commends Gombe gov’t, UNICEF for efforts to end polio, other diseases

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Some residents in Kaltungo Local Government Area (LGA) of Gombe State has expressed their appreciation for the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the state government’s ongoing efforts to combat poliovirus and other preventable diseases. The residents stated this during immunization campaign on Monday in Kaltungo LGA. The campaign, which was […] The post Residents commends Gombe gov’t, UNICEF for efforts to end polio, other diseases appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Claims Adeleke plans to defect to APC untrue – Osun Commissioners 

Declares allegiance to governor  From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Executive Council of Osun State Government has denied the rumour that Governor Ademola Adeleke is planning to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and declared their loyalty to his government. Speaking at a press conference organised by 25 commissioners and 10 special advisers on Monday, […] The post Claims Adeleke plans to defect to APC untrue – Osun Commissioners  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Fifth columnists using phantom unions to wage ethnic war against NiMet DG Anosike – NiMet source

From Sola Ojo, Abuja A credible source within the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has alleged an orchestrated ethnic campaign against the agency’s Director General, Prof. Charles Anosike. Speaking anonymously on Monday, the source claimed that a group posing as the Joint Action Congress (JAC) of NiMet is falsely calling for Anosike’s removal to destabilise the […] The post Fifth columnists using phantom unions to wage ethnic war against NiMet DG Anosike – NiMet source appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago INEC Manipulated Labour Party’s 2023 Election Votes – Kenneth Okonkwo

Kenneth Okonkwo, a former spokesperson for Peter Obi’s 2023 presidential campaign, has once again criticized the conduct of the last general elections, accusing the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, of manipulating the process. Speaking during an interview with news men on Sunday, Okonkwo alleged that the votes declared for the Labour Party candidate were not […] The post INEC Manipulated Labour Party’s 2023 Election Votes – Kenneth Okonkwo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago We Defected To APC In Delta People’s Interest, Say Gov Oborevwori, Okowa

Delta State governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has described his defection alongside his cabinet and other stakeholders from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as “a movement” rather than a mere political shift. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this on Monday while addressing a large crowd at the welcome rally to formally receive him […]

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21 h. ago Rumours of Defection: Osun Executive council declares unwavering support for Governor Adeleke

The Osun State Executive Council has unanimously expressed its solidarity and unwavering support for Governor Ademola Adeleke. read more Rumours of Defection: Osun Executive council declares unwavering support for Governor Adeleke

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23 h. ago Oborevwori’s defection ignites leadership battle in Delta APC

The defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has set the stage for a potential leadership read more Oborevwori’s defection ignites leadership battle in Delta APC

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26 h. ago Forum Lauds NUPRC Over Petroleum Reforms Via PIA Implementation

The Nigeria Oil and Gas Integrity Forum has commended the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) for what it described as its “critical and patriotic role” in steering the successful implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), a law many now consider the nation’s saving grace in the oil and gas sector. President of the […]

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27 h. ago 2027: No candidate can defeat Tinubu alone – Kenneth Okonkwo

Actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo has stated that no single candidate can beat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election. The former spokesperson for the Labour Party (LP) presidential campaign council in the 2023 elections made the declaration during an appearance on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’. Okonkwo said that any chance of defeating the president lies in […] The post 2027: No candidate can defeat Tinubu alone – Kenneth Okonkwo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Defections: As APC tightens grip, opposition goes comatose in National Assembly

By Adesuwa Tsan The recent wave of defections by prominent opposition figures including Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s dramatic switch from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) is reshaping Nigeria’s political landscape. But perhaps more significantly, it is creating a dangerous silence within the National Assembly, where a robust opposition […] The post Defections: As APC tightens grip, opposition goes comatose in National Assembly appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Adagba launches divine consensus for Alia 2027, awards scholarship to Jechira students

The Executive Chairman, Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr. Grace Adagba, has presented financial scholarships to 14 students of Jechira extraction studying Agriculture and Science-related disciplines in various higher institutions across Nigeria. The presentation was made during the launch of her pet project, “Divine Consensus for Alia 2027,” held at the Vandeikya Township […] The post Adagba launches divine consensus for Alia 2027, awards scholarship to Jechira students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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