20 h. ago Peter Obi tours Onitsha fire sites, urges support for traders

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Former Governor of Anambra State Peter Obi has paid a sympathy visit to two major fire disaster sites in Onitsha—the burnt electronics market at Iweka Road and the destroyed warehouse at Ifejirika Street, within the Main Market. Describing the experience as heartbreaking, Mr Obi lamented the magnitude of loss suffered by […] The post Peter Obi tours Onitsha fire sites, urges support for traders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Peter Obi visits Onitsha market fire sites, seeks support for victims

The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has visited the scenes of two devastating fire incidents at the Electronics Market Plaza on Iweka Road and a warehouse at Ifejirika Street, Main Market, Onitsha, Anambra State. The warehouse fire, which started around 5:45 am on Friday, raged for hours before being contained by the Anambra Read More

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27 h. ago “I Don’t Engage In Toxic Politics” – Peter Obi Denies Joining APC

Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate and ex-governor of Anambra State, has denied rumors of joining the All Progressives Congress (APC). He clarified that his name was incorrectly linked to an APC gathering, emphasising that he doesn’t engage in “toxic politics, blackmail, or any form of political manipulation”, Obi reaffirmed his commitment to integrity, […] The post “I Don’t Engage In Toxic Politics” – Peter Obi Denies Joining APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Peter Obi visits Onitsha fire victims, calls for urgent support

Tribune Online Peter Obi visits Onitsha fire victims, calls for urgent support Former Governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, paid a condolence visit on Saturday to two significant fire disaster sites in Onitsha: the burned electronics market on Iweka Road and the destroyed warehouse on Ifejirika Street within the Main Market. Describing the experience as heartbreaking, Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party in […] Peter Obi visits Onitsha fire victims, calls for urgent support Tribune Online

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41 h. ago Rivers’ state of emergency in national interest — Senate leader

Tribune Online Rivers’ state of emergency in national interest — Senate leader The leadership of the National Assembly has justified the unanimous ratification of the state of emergency slammed on Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu in the heat of the festering political crisis brewing in the state. The legislature posited that both chambers ratified the proclamation in spite of public outcries against it in national interest, […] Rivers’ state of emergency in national interest — Senate leader Tribune Online

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48 h. ago Peter Obi denies APC link, condemns toxic politics, blackmail

The former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has dismissed reports linking him with the All Progressive Congress, noting that he is not a member of the ruling party nor intending to be a member. Reacting to a report circulating on social media where he alleged that his name was mentioned in an APC gathering Read More

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49 h. ago Peter Obi denies APC link, rejects toxic politics, blackmail

The former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has dismissed reports linking him with the All Progressive Congress, noting that he is not a member of the ruling party nor intending to be a member. Reacting to a report circulating on social media where he alleged that his name was mentioned in an APC gathering Read More

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52 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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3 d. ago Rivers emergency rule: ‘Grandfather of hypocrisy,’ Presidency slams Obasanjo for criticising Tinubu

Tribune Online Rivers emergency rule: ‘Grandfather of hypocrisy,’ Presidency slams Obasanjo for criticising Tinubu OBJ, who is criticizing President Tinubu for declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspending the governor and the assembly, has forgotten that in May 2004, he declared a state of emergency in Plateau State and suspended both Gov. Joshua Dariye and the state assembly, appointing Gen. Chris Ali (Rtd) as sole administrator. He also did the same thing in Ekiti State. Rivers emergency rule: ‘Grandfather of hypocrisy,’ Presidency slams Obasanjo for criticising Tinubu Tribune Online

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3 d. ago ‘Obi was my project’, Omokri vows to dismantle Obidient Movement

Political commentator and former presidential aide Reno Omokri has openly declared his intention to dismantle the Obidient movement, citing personal threats and a fallout with Peter Obi as the driving forces behind his decision. Speaking on Breakfast Central on Thursday, Omokri dismissed claims that his opposition to Obi and his supporters stems from a personal Read More

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4 d. ago Onitsha Market Fire: Obi seeks investigation, commiserates with victims

Peter Obi, on Thursday urged the Anambra state government to thoroughly investigate the cause of Onitsha market fire disaster which read more Onitsha Market Fire: Obi seeks investigation, commiserates with victims

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4 d. ago PICTORIAL: Obi commends Super Eagles despite draw against Zimbabwe

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has lauded the Super Eagles for their resilience and sportsmanship in Tuesday’s FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Zimbabwe. In a post on X.com on Wednesday, Obi, who travelled to Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, to witness the match firsthand, praised the players for their dedication and fighting spirit. Read More

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5 d. ago Obidient Movement warns Tinubu over alleged threat to Peter Obi

The Obidient Movement has condemned what it describes as the Tinubu administration’s increasing descent into dictatorship, citing a veiled threat read more Obidient Movement warns Tinubu over alleged threat to Peter Obi

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5 d. ago Skill acquisition key to poverty eradication – Anglican bishop

The Bishop of the Diocese of Lagos West, Anglican Communion, Rt. Rev. Olusola Odedeji, has described skill acquisition as a vital tool in combating poverty and economic hardship in Nigeria. Odedeji made this remark on Tuesday at the graduation of the pioneer students of the Vocational and Skill Acquisition Centre of the Diocese in Ipaja, Read More

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5 d. ago Ajobena slams Tinubu’s ‘autocratic’ suspension of Fubara, praises Oborevwori

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Elder statesman and former Military Administrator of Abia State, Air Vice Marshal Frank O Ajobena (retd), has faulted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara while declaring a state of emergency in Rivers, describing the President’s action as autocratic. Ajobena argued that while President Tinubu can declare a […] The post Ajobena slams Tinubu’s ‘autocratic’ suspension of Fubara, praises Oborevwori appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Peter Obi Is A Failed Politician, Doesn’t Understand Democracy – Bwala

Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Policy, has launched a scathing attack on Peter Obi, calling him a “failed politician” who lacks a basic understanding of democracy. Bwala’s comments came in response to Obi’s remarks about the state of democracy in Nigeria, which he believes has collapsed since the nation’s return […] The post Peter Obi Is A Failed Politician, Doesn’t Understand Democracy – Bwala appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Obi Is A Failed Politician, Lacks Democratic Credentials, Says Tinubu’s Aide Bwala

Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media and Policy, Daniel Bwala, has described the Labour Party’s (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi as a failed politician. Bwala, via a post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, claimed that the former Anambra State governor lacked knowledge of the true […]

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6 d. ago Peter Obi is a failed politician, has no history of democratic activism – Bwala

By John Ogunsemore Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala has hit back at former presidential candidate, Peter Obi over his remarks about democratic governance in Nigeria. According to him, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) is a failed politician who does not have a history of democratic activism. […] The post Peter Obi is a failed politician, has no history of democratic activism – Bwala appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Watch your words, Onanuga warns Peter Obi over democracy comment

A presidential aide, Bayo Onanuga, has cautioned former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, to be mindful of his statements after the former governor claimed that democracy in Nigeria had collapsed. Obi, while speaking at the 60th birthday colloquium for former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha, in Abuja on Monday, said the Read More

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6 d. ago Failed democracy comment: Watch your utterances, Presidency cautions Peter Obi

Tribune Online Failed democracy comment: Watch your utterances, Presidency cautions Peter Obi He also noted that Obi’s ability to freely express his views was itself proof that democracy was still functioning. Failed democracy comment: Watch your utterances, Presidency cautions Peter Obi Tribune Online

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