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olaolulazio:
Abi na Tinubu do this one again.

We are our own problem.

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Time.

The Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended the former Minister, Dr Sampson Ogah, following what the party described as anti-party activities.
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Ogah had in a Labour Party event over the weekend in Isuikwuato, declared his support for the reelection of the Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, but also reiterated his loyalty to President, Bola Tinubu.
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‎Addressing journalists at the Party’s Secretariat, Umuahia on Monday after a meeting involving the party’s State Working Committee and the 17 Local Government Area Chairmen, the party’s Legal Adviser, Vigenus Chukwudi Nwankwo, said Ogah had already been suspended at the ward and local government levels since 2022 over alleged anti party activities.
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‎Nwankwo explained that the party could not suspend Ogah again, but only reaffirm the existing disciplinary action against him.
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‎Citing the provisions of Article 22, Section 2, Subsection 2 of the party’s constitution, he maintained that Ogah remains a suspended member of the party.
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‎According to him, the comments attributed to the former minister are capable of undermining the party’s chances in the 2027 governorship election in the state.
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The party further expressed concern that statements by individuals who claim membership of the APC could bring the party to disrepute and weaken its political prospects in Abia ahead of the 2027 election.
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‎Earlier at the meeting, the Deputy Chairman of the party in the state, Chinedu Ihesielo, congratulated the 17 local government chairmen on the successful conduct of the party congresses at the ward, local government and state levels.
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‎He urged party leaders to remain united, stressing that internal disagreements should give way to collective efforts aimed at strengthening the party ahead of future elections.

‎Ihesielo added that the APC in Abia remains committed to reclaiming political leadership in the state in the next electoral cycle.
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‎During the meeting, the party also endorsed Donatus Nwankpa for the position of National Welfare Secretary at the forthcoming national convention of the APC scheduled for March 28, 2027.
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‎Party leaders said Nwankpa has demonstrated commitment and experience within the party structure and expressed confidence in his ability to serve effectively if elected.

yarimo:
Peter obi can only fool himself and his unfortunate Obidients

razzydoo:
The burden of proof is on you as the first accusationist. 😅

razzydoo:
Can you prove otherwise?

razzydoo:
Why not reject it so that you know you're without blemish!
Yeye😂😅

Adexvivacity:
A visionary. A good turn deserves another.

The Federal Capital Territory chapter of African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Sunday suspended three executive members from Wuse Ward in Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) for allegedly spearheading the controversial suspension of Senator Ireti Kingibe.

Ms Kingibe currently represents FCT at the Senate.

The suspended executive members include the ward Chairman, Kanayo Chukwu as well as Amanda Pam and Omale Suleiman.

Addressing journalists and party members in Abuja, a member of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC), Emmanuel Destiny, said the purported suspension was in violation of the party’s constitution and laid-down procedures.

Mr Destiny also said that the suspension lacked legitimacy as due process was not followed.

“The party is supreme to every individual. Until now, the national wing of the party has not been served any letter of complaint or petition against Senator Kingibe.

“You cannot wake up and suspend a serving senator without putting your complaints or petition in writing,” he said.

Mr Destiny added that the national leadership would not condone what he described as misconduct by the ward officials.

“We are fully present to say ‘No’ to such shenanigans and the misbehaviour of a self-acclaimed Wuse ward chairman not recognised by the party.

“Whatever gangsterism they have been parading in the last 72 hours, the national wing of the party will take full disciplinary action against them,” he stated.

Also weighing in on the controversy, the party’s Deputy National Auditor, Nneka Nneboh, said the leadership could no longer remain silent after giving those involved ample opportunity to follow due process.

She said, “It is of no use keeping quiet because we asked them to do the right thing and follow the proper channel.

“Whatever decision we take here today stands, and as a national officer, I want to say it is time to call a spade a spade. Enough is enough.”

The party’s FCT Secretary, John Hyginus, also criticised what he described as administrative lapses and disregard for the party’s constitution.

“We are here to address the administrative incompetence of the state chairman and the gross breach of the party’s constitution as well as several anti-party activities he has committed.

“Today, the ward and area council chairmen have passed a vote of no confidence in the three initiators of Senator Kingibe’s suspension,” he stated.

The meeting, held at ADC’s FCT secretariat in Abuja, drew representatives from key organs of the party, including the FCT Chairman, Clement Ihigiato; the Secretary, John Hyginus; AMAC Chairman, Emeka Nnamani, Danlami Zuru and Jemila Ahmadu, among others.

The controversy began earlier in the week when officials of the party’s Wuse ward announced Ms Kingibe’s suspension over allegations of anti-party activities, insubordination and breach of party rules.

The senator was also accused of withholding funds meant for the party’s campaigns during the recent area council elections in the FCT.

The national leadership of the party, however, distanced itself from the suspension.

In an earlier statement, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, urged the public and the media to disregard the report, describing it as false and misleading.

The motion seeking the suspension of the three ward executives was moved by an ADC chieftain from Wuse ward, Danlami Zuru, and seconded by an exco member from the ward, Samuel Dimgba.

In an open letter reportedly sent to members of the party’s National Working Committee, the ward publicity secretary, Samuel Nwigbo, raised concerns on how “a serious party” would attempt to go into a major election with a candidate who refused to openly campaign for her party in an election held within her constituency.

President Bola Tinubu’s former spokesman in the south east and Chairman of the Forum of Former Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Denge Josef Onoh has recalled his earlier warning on the strategy to be employed in the composition of the leadership of City Boys Movement, particularly in the south east region.

Onoh’s retrospect followed Saturday’s rampage in Owerri, the Imo State Capital, where there was a disruption at a City Boys Movement rally in Owerri, by invited youths across the south east who at the venue looted empowerment materials meant for distribution.

Reports had it the invited youths took to the looting of the materials because of alleged underpayment for their transportation fares, while other reports said it could have arose out of conspiracy to sabotage the leadership of the movement in the south east.

The disruption has sparked debate, with some viewing it as a reaction to alleged unpaid mobilisation fees, while others see it as an attack on a political group.

The City Boys Movement is a pro-government support group advocating for President Tinubu’s policies, and the rally was part of a broader outreach to mobilize young people across the zone.

Reacting to the Owerri incident, Onoh recalled that he had on January 26 2026 advised the national leader of the City Boys Movement, Mr. Seyi Tinubu, on the strategy to apply in the organigram of the leadership of the support group, particularly in the south east zone.

In a statement, on Sunday, Onoh recalled he had urged Seyi Tinubu to exercise caution in the organisation and coordination of the Movement, warning that parallel structures could complicate party cohesion ahead of the 2027 general elections.

He cited his experience during the 2023 electioneering period and his concern for strengthening the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the region.

He acknowledged the intention behind youth mobilisation efforts and the involvement of prominent private-sector figures, but stressed the need for alignment with existing party structures and leadership in the South-East to avoid duplication of roles or misunderstandings.

According to him, “the APC’s electoral performance in the South-East has historically lagged behind other regions, making coordination and unity among party stakeholders essential. I advised that any new political initiative should complement, rather than compete with established party mechanisms. Introducing additional coordinative layers could be misinterpreted by party members and supporters, potentially weakening collective efforts and that could have been the conspiracy behind yesterday’s rampage.”

He noted that public visibility alone does not substitute for long-term political mobilisation and commended the civic interest of business leaders and professionals in national development.

Onoh maintained that political engagement in the South-East requires sensitivity to local dynamics, party history and ongoing efforts by elected officials and party leaders.

He also called for renewed engagement with party loyalists in the region, emphasising the importance of recognition, inclusion and communication to maintain morale and commitment.

“Any city boy or village boy movements that is not under the firm control and coordination of APC governors in their respective states and party structures is dead on arrival and a waste of energy as history has proved over time that neophytes have no connection with grassroot politics,” Onoh said.

He urged all stakeholders to prioritise cohesion, dialogue and strategic cooperation in advancing the party’s objectives nationwide most especially with the state governors.

He described the composition of the Southeast city boy movement as “transactional” with no interest of the President but as a political business opportunity to benefit from whatever the convenor or founder has to give away.

“The entire southeast feel they are excluded from the current government more than the Buhari administration hence their anger which yesterday’s sad event proved. This is the reason why the support and focus should be on the Southeast governors if the president will succeed and the objectives of the City Boys Movement be realised. Failure to do so would tantamount to the movement simply becoming another Nollywood celebrity cast movie.

SixSeven:
God bless you. If you listen to divorce lawyers, you'll never want to get married. Meanwhile the divorce lawyer is happily married.

seunmsg:
Instead of crying, Atiku and Peter Obi should set aside double of the money to do the same thing.

GoodLife4live:
una hate naa real.....you are buying fuel with no subsidy

Richtaiwo:
There is no freedom of choice in the East, yet headless mobs accused regions where elections were conducted peacefully of violence. Currently, no politician can freely hold meetings in the east for any presidential aspirants except for Obi. Yet Obi is free to organise gatherings anywhere in Nigeria, including all SW states.

Statistics indicate that this region experiences the highest electoral violence, yet headless mobs publicly denounced the organisation behind the findings, accusing it of lying.

Image123:
Wipe the tears and read the requirements again, an SS1 student of economics from Umuahia or Dutse. Understood? You're welcome.

MrMcJay:
The Presidency should not be responding to Peter Obi on economic matters. They should look for an SS1 student of economics from Umuahia or Dutse to be educating Obi.

franvincoop:
You were just wondering over nothing.
If not, tell me where u have ever heard that a career soldier who is the Chief of Defense Staff is sacked and then appointed Minister of Defence?
As Minister of Defence, What were your expectations of him? On what basis did you make those expectations and horse wishes?