11 h. ago Contract racketeering: PDP chieftain demands EFCC probe of Ebonyi commissioners

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ebonyi State, Moses Idika, on Friday, called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to commence an immediate investigation into the alleged involvement of some government officials recently arrested on the order of Governor Francis Nwifuru for contract racketeering. Idika, who made the appeal in a statement Read More

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26 h. ago Osun: Philanthropist donates classrooms, staff office to alma mater

Tribune Online Osun: Philanthropist donates classrooms, staff office to alma mater A Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), philanthropist, and alumnus of the Ogedengbe School of Science, Ilesa, Prince Oluwaseun Adeloye Famoriyo Sabalo, on Thursday, donated a block of two classrooms and a staff office building to the school as his contribution to giving back to his alma mater. Osun: Philanthropist donates classrooms, staff office to alma mater Tribune Online

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36 h. ago Rivers, Natasha saga: Current administration worse than military rule – Bode George

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George has slammed the President Bola Tinubu administration, saying it is worse than military rule. George, who spoke on the current crisis in Rivers State and the controversy surrounding suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, cited historical precedents, adding that they led to the collapse of the First […] The post Rivers, Natasha saga: Current administration worse than military rule – Bode George appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Rivers: Don’t kill Nigeria’s democracy – Dele Momodu to Tinubu

Dele Momodu has spoken on the Rivers State controversy, advising President Bola Tinubu against ending democracy in Nigeria. Speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, the chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) criticised Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers, saying his administration is worse than a dictatorship. Momodu […] The post Rivers: Don’t kill Nigeria’s democracy – Dele Momodu to Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Fayose Declares Bid To Unseat Oyebanji In 2026 Ekiti Governorship Election

Otunba Emmanuel Ajisafe Fayose, a PDP chieftain, has thrown his hat into the ring, vowing to unseat Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji in 2026. Fayose criticized Oyebanji’s administration, citing poor performance. He made the declaration at Ansar-u-deen Central Mosque in Ado Ekiti, where he distributed foodstuffs and cash gifts to show solidarity with Muslims. Speaking […] The post Fayose Declares Bid To Unseat Oyebanji In 2026 Ekiti Governorship Election appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Bauchi: I only want PDP to retain power in 2027— Party Chieftain

Tribune Online Bauchi: I only want PDP to retain power in 2027— Party Chieftain As agitation for a power shift in Bauchi politics to other zones beyond the Bauchi South Senatorial District for the 2027 gubernatorial seat intensifies, an elder statesman in the state, Garba Mohammed Noma, has declared that his primary concern is how the main opposition, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), will retain power in the state. Bauchi: I only want PDP to retain power in 2027— Party Chieftain Tribune Online

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1 week ago 2027: Opposition’s coalition against Tinubu, a wild goose chase — PDP Chieftain

Tribune Online 2027: Opposition’s coalition against Tinubu, a wild goose chase — PDP Chieftain A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former governorship candidate in Lagos State, Dr. Adetokunbo Pearse, has expressed his views on the formation of a coalition of opposition political parties aimed at ousting the All Progressives Congress (APC) administration in the 2027 elections. He described this initiative as noble, given the ruling party’s […] 2027: Opposition’s coalition against Tinubu, a wild goose chase — PDP Chieftain Tribune Online

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1 week ago Alleged defamation: Okpebholo demands apology from PDP chieftains, gives ultimatum

Tribune Online Alleged defamation: Okpebholo demands apology from PDP chieftains, gives ultimatum Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has issued a stern five-day ultimatum to the Edo State Publicity Secretary of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Chris Osa Nehikhare, and a fellow party chieftain, Shedrach Udugbai, demanding an immediate and unreserved apology over what he described as reckless and defamatory statements made against him on multiple platforms. Alleged defamation: Okpebholo demands apology from PDP chieftains, gives ultimatum Tribune Online

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1 week ago I don’t believe anything good would come from Tinubu government – Sule Lamido

By Desmond Mgboh, Kano Former governor of Jigawa State and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sule Lamido, has appealed to the opposition elements, including those currently exiting the All Progressives Congress (APC), to come back home to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), where together, they would build a greater Nigeria for the good […] The post I don’t believe anything good would come from Tinubu government – Sule Lamido appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago N70bn fraud: ZLP demands transparency, accountability in Bauchi finances

Tribune Online N70bn fraud: ZLP demands transparency, accountability in Bauchi finances The Bauchi State chapter of the opposition Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) has called for a transparent and thorough investigation into the alleged ₦70bn fraud in Bauchi State, which led to the arrest of the Accountant General, Sirajo Muhammad Jaja, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). N70bn fraud: ZLP demands transparency, accountability in Bauchi finances Tribune Online

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2 w. ago PDP chieftain canvasses support for Rivers’ sole administrator

Peoples Democratic Party chieftain in Rivers, Alex Wele, has called on residents to support the State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ette Ibas, to bring lasting peace to the state. Wele made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday in Port Harcourt. He said though the emergency rule in the Read More

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2 w. ago PDP chieftain supports Oborevwori’s call to reduce rent, regulate agents

Tribune Online PDP chieftain supports Oborevwori’s call to reduce rent, regulate agents Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain and former Delta State gubernatorial aspirant, Chief Sunny Onuesoke, has backed the appeal by Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori PDP chieftain supports Oborevwori’s call to reduce rent, regulate agents Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Diezani challenges EFCC’s forfeiture orders, demands return of seized property

The Former Minister of Petroleum, Diezani Alison-Madueke, on Monday urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to order the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to retrieve her seized assets from their current buyers. The former minister specifically requested that the court direct the anti-graft agency to recover the seized properties from the individuals or entities Read More

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2 w. ago “Welcome Home” – Lagos APC Receives Jandor From PDP, Says More Opposition Members Soon To Join

All Progressives Congress in Lagos State has welcomed 2023 Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate, Abdul-Azeez Adediran, also known as Jandor, and his loyalists to the party. Recall that the former PDP’s chieftain announced his resignation from the opposition party on March 3, citing lack of discipline and betrayal by its leaders. Speaking with newsmen on […] The post “Welcome Home” – Lagos APC Receives Jandor From PDP, Says More Opposition Members Soon To Join appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NDDC: Turnah Lauds Ogbuku’s Leadership, Applauds Tinubu’s Endorsement

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa State, Barr. George Turnah, has applauded the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) following its recognition as the “Interventionist Agency of the Year 2024” by International Newspapers Limited in a prestigious event held in Lagos State. He also said that the award is a testament to […]

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2 w. ago PDP Chieftain, Ebonyi Govt Bicker Over Double Taxation, Hardship

The Ebonyi State government and a chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, Mazi Moses Idika, have disagreed over alleged double taxation and economic hardship in the state. There has been incessant protest by tricycle operators in the state, commercial motorcyclists, and truck drivers at the Abakaliki Timber Market over the alleged […]

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2 w. ago Alleged Land Grabbing: Lawyer Sues EFCC Chairman, IGP, AGF, Others, Demands N500m

The land tussle between Jona Brothers Construction Limited and Chief Michael Adeojo (chairman of Elizade Motors), has taken another dimension, as Abuja-based lawyer, Alexander Oketa, has filed a suit against the chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, on behalf of his clients. Barrister Oketa had petitioned the EFCC Chairman last week, […]

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3 w. ago Alleged land grabbing: Lawyer drags EFCC chairman, others to court, demands N500m

Tribune Online Alleged land grabbing: Lawyer drags EFCC chairman, others to court, demands N500m An Abuja-based lawyer, Alexander Oketa, has dragged the Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Ola Olukoyede, before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) over land ownership tussle between Jona Brothers Construction Limited and the chairman, Elizade Motors, Chief Michael Adeojo, demanding the sum of N500 million as general damages. Alleged land grabbing: Lawyer drags EFCC chairman, others to court, demands N500m Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Fuel price: PDP chieftain slams NURTW over high transport fares

Tribune Online Fuel price: PDP chieftain slams NURTW over high transport fares "When fuel was ₦1,500, the NURTW drastically increased fares, which in turn drove up the cost of goods and services, especially agricultural produce due to high logistics costs. But now that fuel prices have dropped to around ₦840, why hasn't transportation become cheaper? Fuel price: PDP chieftain slams NURTW over high transport fares Tribune Online

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3 w. ago We will teach defectors PDP controls Delta in 2027—Oghensivbe

Tribune Online We will teach defectors PDP controls Delta in 2027—Oghensivbe A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State, Dr Fred Latimore Oghensivbe, in this interview by ALPHONSUS AGBORH, talks about the recent action of some defectors from the party to the All Progressives Congress (APC) . Excerpts: As a stakeholder and publicity secretary of Ethiope Federal Constituency PDP Forum in Delta State, […] We will teach defectors PDP controls Delta in 2027—Oghensivbe Tribune Online

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