6 h. ago “Obi Not Real Opposition, Only Wants To Be President” — Sowore

Controversial human right activist, Omoyele Sowore, has challenged former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his approach to political problems in the country. Sowore described Obi as a politician with short rental arrangement that lacks the capacity to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s government. Speaking on Sunday, during an interview with Channels TV, the former […] The post “Obi Not Real Opposition, Only Wants To Be President” — Sowore appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago ‘Short rental’ Labour Party, Peter Obi not real opposition — Sowore

Tribune Online ‘Short rental’ Labour Party, Peter Obi not real opposition — Sowore “But in terms of real opposition. I don’t know why anybody refers to Peter Obi as an opposition. He is not opposed to anything the government is doing. He didn’t organise his supporters to fight for the election victory he claimed. ‘Short rental’ Labour Party, Peter Obi not real opposition — Sowore Tribune Online

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4 d. ago 2027: Opposition Coalition Talks Is Hallucination — Presidency

The Presidency has described reports of a growing opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections as a hallucination, insisting that no credible political party or figure has endorsed such a move. Special Adviser on Policy and Communications to the President, Daniel Bwala, speaking on the coalition, mocked the notion of an emerging alliance between […]

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9 d. ago People Who Can’t Settle LP’s Crisis Won’t Be Permitted To Lead Us Into Any Coalition — Abure Insists

Julius Abure-led National Executive Committee, has declared that Labour Party, will not be part of any opposition groups, coming together to form coalition against President Bola Tinubu in 2027 general election. Speaking in a communique after the party’s NEC meeting in Abuja on Friday, Abure said that LP would rather focus on rebuilding and reconciling […] The post People Who Can’t Settle LP’s Crisis Won’t Be Permitted To Lead Us Into Any Coalition — Abure Insists appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago “I have been fighting all my life, and I always win” — Dangote

Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Industries Limited, has spoken about some of the oppositions his oil refinery continues to face read more “I have been fighting all my life, and I always win” — Dangote

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2 w. ago “No Single Candidate Can Unseat Tinubu In 2027 Without Coalition” – Kenneth Okonkwo Insists

Former presidential spokesman for Labour Party, Kenneth Okonkwo, has insisted that no single candidate from the opposition groups can defeat President Bola Tinubu in 2027 general election. The actor-turned-politician on Sunday, led this out during an interview on Channels Television, saying that politicians moving to the ruling All Progressive Congress are doing so for personal […] The post “No Single Candidate Can Unseat Tinubu In 2027 Without Coalition” – Kenneth Okonkwo Insists appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago “Don’t Blame Me For Your Incompetence” – Tinubu To Oppositions, Denies Authoritarianism Claims Amid Defections To APC

President Bola Tinubu has responded to criticisms from opposition factions regarding the growing trend of political defections, asserting that their failure to manage party affairs should not be blamed on his administration. He emphasised that party-switching is not a phenomenon unique to Nigeria, pointing to numerous examples from established democracies where politicians frequently change affiliations. […] The post “Don’t Blame Me For Your Incompetence” – Tinubu To Oppositions, Denies Authoritarianism Claims Amid Defections To APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Presidency to opposition parties: Don’t blame Tinubu for your incompetence

Presidency has chided opposition parties over their inability to strengthen internal mechanisms, urging it not to blame President Bola Tinubu read more Presidency to opposition parties: Don’t blame Tinubu for your incompetence

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2 w. ago Opposition defections: Presidency assures democracy remains strong, dismisses alarmist claims

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency on Sunday rejected recent allegations from opposition figures and some human rights activists that the country is drifting toward a one-party state following a series of high-profile defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a detailed statement, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, described such […] The post Opposition defections: Presidency assures democracy remains strong, dismisses alarmist claims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Defections To APC: Stop Whining, Fix Your Parties, Presidency Hits Opposition

  The Presidency, on Sunday, lashed out at opposition parties over recent defections of key figures to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), telling them to “stop whining” but rather fix their internal problems. Reacting to claims by opposition elements and some human rights activists that democracy was under threat and that Nigeria drifting towards […]

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2 w. ago Defections: Saraki Blasts Okowa, Says No Cause For Alarm, PDP Undergoing Rebirth

Former Senate President and National Leader of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Bukola Saraki, has reacted to the latest wave of defections in the Delta State chapter of the PDP, saying those who wanted to leave the party should leave and allow others to rebuild it. Saraki, a former governor of Kwara State […]

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2 w. ago Don’t Abandon PDP For Coalition Politics – Sowunmi Warns Atiku

Segun Sowunmi, a former spokesperson for the Atiku Abubakar Presidential Campaign and a respected voice within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has cautioned the former Vice President against his recent push for an opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 election. Known for his long-standing loyalty to Atiku, Sowunmi took a firm stand, urging him to […] The post Don’t Abandon PDP For Coalition Politics – Sowunmi Warns Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago APC slams PDP over criticism of President Tinubu’s planned visit to Nasarawa

By Abel Leonard, Lafia The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State has responded strongly to recent allegations made by the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing its criticisms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s planned visit to commission projects in the state as “blatant falsehood” and “propaganda from a party that has lost its way.” […] The post APC slams PDP over criticism of President Tinubu’s planned visit to Nasarawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago “Only PDP Can Guarantee Peter Obi Victory In 2027 Presidential Poll” – Segun Sowunmi

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Segun Showunmi, has said that the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in 2023, Peter Obi, stands a better chance of winning becoming a president if he return to the major opposition party. Mr. Showunmi noted that apart from Obi’s South East zone, the former Anambra State governor […] The post “Only PDP Can Guarantee Peter Obi Victory In 2027 Presidential Poll” – Segun Sowunmi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Tinubu’s Gov’t Incapable, Lacks Ideas To Tackle Security Crisis — Atiku 

Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has tackled President Bola Tinubu over his administration’s handling of security matters, saying the president lacked the ideas to tackle insecurity. Atiku, in a statement posted on his verified social media handles on Saturday night, said the current administration […]

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3 w. ago Tinubu’s France retreat sparks backlash amid rising insecurity

President Bola Tinubu’s continued stay in France has drawn sharp criticism from opposition leaders and security experts amid a surge in violent attacks and killings across the country. The 2023 presidential candidates, Atiku Abubakar of the People’s Democratic Party,  Peter Obi of the Labour Party and other opposition parties urged the President to return immediately, Read More

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3 w. ago Atiku Reacts To Arsenal’s UCL Semifinal Victory, Says It’s Lesson For Nigeria’s Opposition Ahead 2027

Opposition leader and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, on Wednesday night, reacted to the semifinal victory of English club Arsenal over Spanish side Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League (UCL), saying it symbolised the essence of unity for the Opposition in Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general election. LEADERSHIP reports that the Gunners were […]

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3 w. ago 2027: My Father Must Avoid Becoming PDP’s Scapegoat, Says Bauchi Gov’s Son

The eldest son of Bauchi State governor, Engr. Shamsudeen Bala, has charged the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to strategise to win the 2027 presidential election and prevent a repeat of history by scapegoating his father, Bala Mohammed, after the polls. LEADERSHIP recalls that Governor Mohammed-led PDP Governors’ Forum recently resolved after their meeting in […]

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3 w. ago 2027: PDP govs playing Asiwaju’s spoiler game – Atiku’s coalition 

A coalition involving former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, and others has alleged that the Peoples Democratic Party governors rejected a proposed alliance and plan to field a weak candidate in the 2027 election to split opposition votes in favour of President Bola Tinubu. Read More

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3 w. ago “They May Be Working For Tinubu” – Dele Momodu Knocks PDP Govs For Rejecting Merger Talk

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Dele Momodu has berated the party’s Governors over their decision to reject opposition coalition by former vice president Atiku Abubakar. Mr. Momodu noted that the refusal of the governors proved that they are working for President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressive Congress. Recall that Atiku, who […] The post “They May Be Working For Tinubu” – Dele Momodu Knocks PDP Govs For Rejecting Merger Talk appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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