22 h. ago Court Clears Boy Who Stood Before Obi’s Convoy Of Armed Robbery Charge

A Lagos State Chief Magistrate Court on Thursday struck out an armed robbery charge filed against 17-year-old boy, Alabi Quadri, who gained attention ahead of the 2023 general elections for standing in front of the convoy of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi. The Magistrate, Adetola Olorunfemi freed Quadri following the legal advice […]

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22 h. ago “Only Political Failure Like APC Discusses Next Election In Middle Of First Term” – Galadima

A chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party, Buba Galadima, has rejected claims that the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, is planning a return to the All Progressives Congress. Galadima noted that NNPP has been focused on providing Nigerians with insight into what the party stands for through responsive and responsible governance. He further […] The post “Only Political Failure Like APC Discusses Next Election In Middle Of First Term” – Galadima appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Peter Obi donates N12.5m to nursing school, orphans in Plateau, Nasarawa

By John Ogunsemore Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi has donated N10 million to Our Lady of Apostles’ College of Nursing Science, Jos, Plateau State. Obi made the donation on Monday, April 14. The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP) described the college as a remarkable institution deeply committed to shaping the future of healthcare […] The post Peter Obi donates N12.5m to nursing school, orphans in Plateau, Nasarawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Boy who stood before Peter Obi’s convoy regains freedom after months in Kirikiri

Quadri Yusuf Alabi, the 17-year-old boy who captured national attention during the 2023 presidential election when he bravely stood before Labour Party (LP) candidate Peter Obi’s convoy, has regained his freedom after spending months at the Kirikiri Medium Security Custodial Centre on what his lawyers described as a “diabolical frame-up” by the Nigeria Police. Human […] The post Boy who stood before Peter Obi’s convoy regains freedom after months in Kirikiri appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Boy who stood in front of Obi’s convoy freed after three months in detention

Quadri Alabi, the 17-year-old who became known during the 2023 presidential election for standing in front of Labour Party candidate Peter Obi’s convoy, has regained his freedom after being held for nearly three months at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre in Lagos. Alabi was discharged on Thursday by a Magistrate Court in Apapa following legal advice Read More

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33 h. ago Killings: Peter Obi hails northern traditional rulers over stance

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has commended the northern traditional rulers for speaking out against renewed killings in parts of the region. Daily Sun reports that the Northern Traditional Ruler’s Council held its 7th Executive Committee Meeting in Maiduguri, Borno State on Tuesday. The traditional rulers came […] The post Killings: Peter Obi hails northern traditional rulers over stance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Atiku hails Arsenal’s unity, says victory comes through coalition

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 general election, Atiku Abubakar, has drawn inspiration from English Premier League club, Arsenal FC, to emphasise the importance of unity and consolidation in coalition politics. In a post shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Wednesday, Atiku praised Arsenal’s Read More

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38 h. 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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42 h. ago Atiku questions Tinubu’s prolonged stay in France amidst Plateau, Benue killings

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, has berated President Bola Tinubu for remaining in France while violence and killings persist in Benue and Plateau states. In a statement released by his media office on Wednesday, Atiku stated that President Tinubu cannot keep feasting and enjoying himself while countless lives are Read More

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47 h. ago Plateau people need security, not press statements, condemnations – Obi

Peter Obi, Presidential candidate of the Labour Party LP, in the 2023 election, on Wednesday, called on the federal government read more Plateau people need security, not press statements, condemnations – Obi

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49 h. ago Peter Obi Slams Tinubu’s Absence As Insecurity Spirals Nationwide

Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s continued stay in France, urging him to abandon the ongoing retreat and return to Nigeria to confront the escalating security crisis gripping the nation. Tinubu departed Nigeria on April 2 for a two-week “working visit” to France, the Presidency had announced that the purpose […] The post Peter Obi Slams Tinubu’s Absence As Insecurity Spirals Nationwide appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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53 h. ago Suspend France trip, Nigerians dying, Peter Obi tells Tinubu

Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, on Wednesday, urged President Bola Tinubu to suspend his retreat in France and return home to address the ongoing communal clashes and killings across the country. Obi made the appeal in a statement posted via his official X account. The plea comes four days after Read More

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53 h. 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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55 h. ago Adopt depoliticised approach to national issues, Obi urges political leaders

The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has urged political leaders to adapt a depoliticised read more Adopt depoliticised approach to national issues, Obi urges political leaders

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61 h. ago Loyalist Condemns Governor Bala’s ‘Disrespectful’ Attack On Atiku

A prominent loyalist of former Nigerian vice president and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) 2023 presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has sharply criticised Bauchi State Governor Bala Muhammed for comments deemed “reckless” and “disrespectful” towards the elder statesman. Dr Aslam Aliyu, known as Gimbiyar Kauran Namoda from Zamfara State and one of the most respected politicians in […]

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2 d. ago Plateau Killings: Tinubu’s Govt Must Rise Up To Its Responsibility – Kwankwaso

Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has charged President Bola Tinubu’s administration to rise up to its responsibility, amid security challenge facing some parts of the country. Kwankwaso called out federal government to protect every Nigerians and their properties across the nation. The former governor of Kano State in a […] The post Plateau Killings: Tinubu’s Govt Must Rise Up To Its Responsibility – Kwankwaso appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Atiku condemns Plateau killings, blames Tinubu for security failures

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 elections, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has expressed sorrow and outrage over the recent wave of killings in Plateau and Borno states, describing the incidents as a reflection of the worsening security situation under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a strongly worded statement Read More

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3 d. ago Ethnic blackmail is dead strategy, Hashim to opposition politicians

Former presidential candidate and elder statesman, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has delivered a sharp rebuke to opposition politicians employing ethnic rhetoric to gain political advantage, describing such tactics as obsolete and harmful to Nigeria’s unity and development. In a statement yesterday, he warned that the continued deployment of ethnic sentiments in political discourse was a distraction […] The post Ethnic blackmail is dead strategy, Hashim to opposition politicians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago How Governor Alia blocked my support for IDP’s, schools in Benue

By Chinelo Obogo Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the politicisation of his efforts, saying that his planned visit to Benue was to support school and displaced families in the state. In a statement posted on his X handle on Monday, the former Anambra governor narrated his ordeal while trying to get […] The post How Governor Alia blocked my support for IDP’s, schools in Benue -Obi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago “My Trip To Benue Was Canceled Due To Political Reasons” – Peter Obi

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, recently addressed the cancellation of his scheduled visit to Benue State. In a statement issued on Monday, Obi shed light on the events surrounding the unexpected halt of his trip, which was part of his ongoing efforts to engage with communities, particularly internally displaced […] The post “My Trip To Benue Was Canceled Due To Political Reasons” – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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