66 h. ago Senator Nwebonyi’s outbursts to Oby Ezekwesili too crude for a woman regarded as a pride to the nation – PDP women leader

Carpets nursing students for disrespecting First Lady By Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja A Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) women leader and former governorship aspirant, Princess Grace Iye Adejoh, has frowned at the recent public outbursts of Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi of Ebonyi North against former Minister of Education, Dr Oby Ezekwesili, describing it as a dangerous trend that […] The post Senator Nwebonyi’s outbursts to Oby Ezekwesili too crude for a woman regarded as a pride to the nation – PDP women leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago PDP Governors Challenge Fubara’s Suspension At Supreme Court

Seven governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have Instituted a suit before the Supreme Court of Nigeria, challenging the six months suspension of the Rivers State governor, Siminalaye Fubara. The governors of Bauchi, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Enugu, Osun, Plateau, and Zamfara, are questioning what powers the President has to carry out such action (suspension). Mentioned […]

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4 d. ago Constitution Amendment: VP, Governors, Deputies May Lose Immunity

The House of Representatives has passed through second reading, a bill to qualify the immunity conferred on the president, remove the one for the vice president, the governors and their deputies. Sponsored by Hon. Solomon Bob(PDP, Rivers), the proposed legislation seeks to curb corruption, eradicate impunity and enhance accountability in public office and related matters. […]

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4 d. ago Corruption: Reps advance bill to remove immunity for VP, govs, deputies

Tribune Online Corruption: Reps advance bill to remove immunity for VP, govs, deputies The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed for second reading a constitutional amendment bill seeking to remove the immunity granted to the Vice President, Governors, and their Deputies. The sponsor of the bill, Solomon Bob (PDP, Rivers), stated that the proposed amendment aims to curb corruption, eradicate impunity, and enhance accountability in public office. Titled […] Corruption: Reps advance bill to remove immunity for VP, govs, deputies Tribune Online

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4 d. ago PDP govs drag Tinubu, N’Assembly before Supreme Court over Fubara’s suspension

Governors of states governed by the Peoples Democratic Party have instituted a suit before the Supreme Court, challenging the six-month suspension of the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and the Rivers House of Assembly members were suspended for six months by President Bola Tinubu after he declared a state of Read More

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5 d. ago UNICAL: HURIWA seeks suspension of Supreme Court Justice Agim over alleged breach of ethical conduct

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called for the immediate suspension of Justice Emmanuel Agim of the Supreme Court and the constitution of a National Judicial Council (NJC) panel to investigate him over alleged unethical conduct. The call followed a trending viral photograph of Justice Agim with the […] The post UNICAL: HURIWA seeks suspension of Supreme Court Justice Agim over alleged breach of ethical conduct appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Rivers: PDP govs seek reversal of emergency rule at Supreme Court

Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) – Bauchi, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Enugu, Osun, Plateau and Zamfara states – have filed a lawsuit at the Supreme Court to  challenge President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. In the suit, they argue that the Tinubu lacks the constitutional power to suspend a […] The post Rivers: PDP govs seek reversal of emergency rule at Supreme Court appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Stakeholders to Makinde: Intervene in crisis rocking PDP in Oyo Fed constituency

Tribune Online Stakeholders to Makinde: Intervene in crisis rocking PDP in Oyo Fed constituency The stakeholders urged Governor Makinde, whom they described as the leader of the party in the state, “to decentralise power, allow for all-inclusive participation, and address other issues affecting the party.” Stakeholders to Makinde: Intervene in crisis rocking PDP in Oyo Fed constituency Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Rivers crisis: PDP govs challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule at Supreme Court

Tribune Online Rivers crisis: PDP govs challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule at Supreme Court The PDP governors, comprising those of Bauchi, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Enugu, Osun, Plateau, and Zamfara states, argued that the President lacks the constitutional power to suspend a democratically elected governor and deputy governor, contending that the appointment of a sole administrator is unconstitutional. Rivers crisis: PDP govs challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule at Supreme Court Tribune Online

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7 d. 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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7 d. 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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8 d. 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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1 week ago Declaration Of Emergency Rule In Rivers, Greatest Threat To Nigeria’s Democracy — PDP Govs

Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have faulted President Bola Tinubu’s state of emergency declaration in Rivers State, saying that it was the greatest threat to Nigeria’s democracy yet. The governors, under the aegis of PDP Governors Forum, who cautioned the president that his action was an ill-wind that will […]

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1 week ago UPDATED: Tinubu lacks powers to suspend elected governor — PDP

Tribune Online UPDATED: Tinubu lacks powers to suspend elected governor — PDP “The PDP outrightly rejects this attempt by the President to override the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) and undermine the votes and will of the people of Rivers State by seeking to depose a democratic government UPDATED: Tinubu lacks powers to suspend elected governor — PDP Tribune Online

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1 week ago Mbah’s achievements have guaranteed him second tenure – PDP chairman

From Geoffrey Anyanwu, Enugu The chairman of the Enugu State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Martin Chukwunwike, has said that the achievements of Governor Peter Mbah in less than two years in office have made his second tenure a fait accompli. Governor Mbah, he said, had remained focussed, showing he was well […] The post Mbah’s achievements have guaranteed him second tenure – PDP chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week 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 Wike accuses PDP governors of plot to destroy party, calls NWC ‘stupid’

Says he won’t defect to APC: ‘I’ll stay and fight’ From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) were accused on Wednesday by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, of trying to dismantle the party, calling their actions self-serving and harmful to the opposition’s ability to survive. Wike also attacked […] The post Wike accuses PDP governors of plot to destroy party, calls NWC ‘stupid’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago 2023 Polls: We Planned Against Atiku With Bauchi Gov But He Betrayed Us, Wike Alleges

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has opened up about the internal crises within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) prior 2023 general election and currently, accusing Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed, of betrayal. He also claimed that some governors elected on the platform of the PDP were working against the party. During […]

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2 w. ago Edo Govt. Kicks As PDP Gives “No Performance” Vote On Okpebholo’s Three Months In Office Over Widespread Suffering

The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has slammed Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration, giving it a “no-performance” vote after three months in office. The PDP claims that the state’s residents are suffering across all sectors, citing issues with local government administration, financial management, and critical sectors like education and healthcare. Addressing newsmen […] The post Edo Govt. Kicks As PDP Gives “No Performance” Vote On Okpebholo’s Three Months In Office Over Widespread Suffering appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Edo has regressed under Gov Okpebholo with massive corruption – Dr. Aziegbemi

…PDP’s claim absolute false – Edo Govt From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), today, assessed the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo in the past three months, saying that the sufferings that Edo people have had to undergo have been across all sectors, multidimensional, and in many cases, […] The post Edo has regressed under Gov Okpebholo with massive corruption – Dr. Aziegbemi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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