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fuckingAyaya:
You mean this type of sandwich and egg credit?

Sare wa wo itana OGO

This is what is called DIRECT PRIMARY. It is the foundation of DEMOCRACY, the beauty of good governance.

This is how party faithfuls line up to vote Hon Prince Akeem Adeyemi as APC Direct primary in my ward Agunpopo Atiba LG, Oyo today. He will be… pic.twitter.com/v0CC2sx3g2

— Ayekooto (@DeeOneAyekooto) May 16, 2026

The city in which we are well pleased❤️.

We must continue to fight for a well maintained Lagos which is very clean and green,the absolute pride of West Africa 🌍.

Honestly, one thing I love about APC in Lagos is that they do not only focus on politics, but they are also focused… pic.twitter.com/W62iecjmPq

— Mide.O 🩷 (@Midatlblog) May 16, 2026

A USAF Boeing C-17 Globemaster III depart from Lagos after delivering supplies. This aircraft is capable of transporting more than 85 tons of cargo. pic.twitter.com/4QQepT6Ao5

— Defense News Nigeria (@DefenseNigeria) May 16, 2026

CodeTemplar:
8 years to complete about 150km is a very commendable achievement from his ever excellent excellency Yekini de Sagacious One and APC broom of insanity.

Umar Ardo Raises Fresh Concerns Over NDC Registration, Heads to Court

A leading promoter of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), Dr Umar Ardo, has raised fresh concerns over alleged irregularities in the registration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), vowing to challenge the process in court.

ADA is one of the 171 political associations that applied to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for registration as political parties.

However, in February 2026, INEC disclosed that it registered only two as political parties.

During the commission’s quarterly consultative meeting with leaders of political parties in Abuja in February, INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed that the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) was registered as the only association out of the 171 associations seeking registration as political parties, and that the NDC was registered in obedience to a court order.

He said the associations were assessed in line with Sections 222 and 223 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), Sections 75 and 79(1), (2) and (4) of the Electoral Act, 2022, as well as Clause 2 of the Commission’s Regulations and Guidelines for Political Parties, 2022.

However, during an appearance on Trust TV, Ardo accused INEC of deviating from its procedures by registering a political party he said did not undergo the official screening process.

But in a statement, the NDC, through its National Secretary, Ikenna Enekweizu, described Ardo’s claim as mischievous and misleading.

Daily Trust had reported how Peter Obi, the 2023 Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP), and former Kano State governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, formally joined the NDC after dumping the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

The two politicians were officially registered as members of the party on Sunday at its national secretariat in Abuja, where they were issued membership cards.

In a recent interview with DCL Hausa, Ardo insisted that the registration of the NDC was marred with irregularities, vowing to escalate the situation to court.

“The Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) obtained registration without properly applying. It did not meet the requirements set by the law, the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, or INEC guidelines. It is clearly irregular. If there is any other party that failed to meet the requirements but was registered, I will challenge it in court.

“As for ADA, we formally applied for registration with INEC. We met all the stipulated requirements and paid the necessary fees. On September 10, 2025, INEC wrote to us confirming that we had met the conditions and qualified for the next stage, which involved presenting our executives, their credentials, and other supporting documents for verification before final registration. We complied fully. However, we were suddenly denied registration, along with 13 other groups. We immediately went to court.

“In February, 2026, INEC announced that it had registered two parties. One, they said, was registered independently by the commission, while the other was registered following a court order. We have no issue with their independent decision. But regarding the party they claimed was registered by court order, the NDC, it is troubling.

“Apart from submitting a letter of intent, the NDC did not file a formal application, was not shortlisted, did not use the INEC registration portal, and did not submit key documents such as its constitution, manifesto, or executive membership list as required by law and guidelines. Yet, the court ordered its registration. We cannot accept that.” he said.

He added that they would seek legal redress and ensure that justice is served.

“Ware appealing the process. The NDC did not present the required documents before the court, yet judgment was given in its favour. We initially dragged INEC to court and will now proceed on appeal.”

“We may not yet be a registered party, but we have a legitimate interest. We followed due process and were denied, while another group that did not comply was registered. Within 32 days of filing its case, the NDC secured judgment. Our own case has been in court for five months without a ruling. This kind of inconsistency brings instability and undermines peace in the country.

“INEC did not appeal the judgment. Instead, it went ahead to register the NDC and issued it a certificate. Even on INEC’s website, the party’s leadership is listed as having emerged by court order. Yet, at the time of the ruling, no names were submitted. The names were only provided after registration.

“We invested heavily in the process. I personally spent about ₦200 million and we established offices across the country. Yet, we were denied registration.”

He further noted that INEC, the NDC, and the process that led to the outcome must be questioned, vowing to pursue an appeal involving both INEC and the NDC.

Asked if he was being used by the current administration to destabilise the NDC ahead of the 2027 general elections, Ardo claimed that he had a long record of seeking judicial redress, noting that he had been to court 15 times and had taken on past presidents, including Goodluck Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari.

“I reject that. I believe the NDC’s emergence raises legitimate concerns. I suspect the party may have been engineered by President Tinubu. How can a group that did not follow due process secure registration and court backing without INEC appealing the decision? I have a track record of challenging those in power and I cannot be manipulated.

“The issue is not about timing. The NDC was registered on February 5, 2025 and I challenged it on September 6, 2025. It has nothing to do with the party attracting prominent figures. The concern is that if a party emerges through a process marred by irregularities, it raises questions about the kind of government it can provide.

“This is not about targeting the NDC alone. If any party was registered without meeting legal requirements, I will challenge it. The NDC is being included because it benefited from what we see as a flawed process. Those considering joining the party should be aware of how it was registered.” he added.

Peter Obi and Kwankwaso have officially joined the NDC and obtained their membership cards. pic.twitter.com/LWGaxrCLvy

— Imran Muhammad (@Imranmuhdz) May 3, 2026

fergie001:
Regrettably, like I did in May 2022

I congratulate President Bola Tinubu on his re-election as President of World's most populous black nation.

We will continue to put you on your toes and ensure that democracy will not die. Whilst I congratulate you, I believe that you have sunk this country far low, hopefully you have time to write your name in the history books, I wish you well.

iwaeda:
Tinubu is still afraid, his boys acting on two sides. He is not beyond 2027.

ATIKULATES DON REPLY OBIDIENTS pic.twitter.com/7f9K1rugm2

— Dr Alhaji Kowope Cole 🇳🇬🇸🇸 (@Magixlamy_) April 26, 2026

yarimo:
OBI / DINO melaye for president and vice president

November 4 2022 Interview on @ARISEtv, and Reuben Abati really tried to caution Senator Natasha to reduce her lamba then about allegation against Yahya Bello..... pic.twitter.com/kcTnd2Jz83

— Taiwo_Ajakaye (@dmightyangel) April 24, 2026

Even Abati no fit take am again🤣🤣🤣 pic.twitter.com/aC89MhltvM

— Taiwo_Ajakaye (@dmightyangel) April 24, 2026

November 4 2022 Interview on @ARISEtv, and Reuben Abati really tried to caution Senator Natasha to reduce her lamba then about allegation against Yahya Bello..... pic.twitter.com/kcTnd2Jz83

— Taiwo_Ajakaye (@dmightyangel) April 24, 2026

The Yobe State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has resolved to adopt consensus, as the strategic mode of election to produce its candidates for the governorship, National Assembly, and the 24-member State Assembly seats in the 2027 general elections in the country.

Speaking over the weekend in Damaturu, during the party’s stakeholders’ meeting, Senator Ahmed Lawan, representing Yobe North Senatorial District disclosed: “Out of the two modes contained in the Electoral Act, comprising consensus and direct primaries, the party in the state has chosen to adopt consensus, citing past success.

“From our previous experience, consensus has always worked for us in this state.”

The ex-Senate President noted that, “Any candidate that emerges for any position will receive the support of all party members, including those who might have wished they were the ones picked.”

The ruling party also noted that it has various avenues for reaching out to unsuccessful aspirants, stating, “This is not something new for us to do, particularly as the country”s forthcoming general elections draw nearer.

The Yobe APC, formally therefore endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term, pledging to deliver 3.5 million votes to him in the 2027 presidential election.

“We are very mindful of the performance of this administration, the various interventions and reforms introduced by the federal government, which have started yielding very positive results,” said Lawn at the stakeholders meeting.

All State’s APC candidates for governor, National Assembly, and State Assembly are expected, by the grace of God, to receive higher votes than they did in the 2023 general elections.

The party attributed its electorate’s confidence to internal unity, describing Yobe as a political family.

The National Assembly members from the state have also worked very closely and harmoniously with the state government under the APC, especially during the Gaidam administration and the current administration of Buni.

“As a small state, we have produced election results that compare favorably against results from even bigger states. That is because of our unity, the understanding we have shown for each other, and the love we have for each other,” he stated.

Leaders, elders, stakeholders, and other members will continue to support one another and deliver results at the 2027 general polls that compete favorably, by achieving the highest percentage performance in Nigeria.

In return for this enormous political support, the ruling party promised to ensure good governance in the state.

SMerchant:
I will prefer Obi who switched party but gives hope because of his antecedence than a rogue who formed alliances with even the one he claimed was finished in the name of Buhari just to get power and do next to nothing with it.

Dele Farotimi wrote: "As a Yoruba man. I really envy Peter Obi. And would be waiting patiently for the day when we will have a Governor of South west extraction that would replicate what he did in Anambra state.

I can't wait to have a Governor of a south Western state who like PETER OBI will rule a state for 8yrs;

1. He didn't borrow a Kobo.
2. He didn't use bulletproof car.
3. He never lived outside the state till end.
4. He met a debt of N36billion.
5. He met Onitsha as a terror zone.
6. He met his state at 27 in WAEC and NECO.
7. He met a kitchen called Govt House.
8. He met no Primary Healthcare.
9. He met no General Hospital in 14-LGs.
10. He met poor Pri. and Sec. school structures.

Before leaving;

1. Anambra wasn't owing any contractor or worker.
2. He cleared the inherited ₦36billion debt.
3. He brought in SMEs to the traders of the state.
4. He built the today's Govt House.
5. He built 18-Gen Hospitals and a state Specialist.
6. He built 178-Primary Health centres.
7. He fought and won the state against hoodlums.
8. He pushed the state 1st in 3yrs consecutively in WAEC and NECO.
9. He built brewery that employed over 3000 direct and indirect job seekers.
10. He even had to save ₦36billion and $150million for his successors to use and run administrations.
11. He drove 406 and Innoson throughout.
12. He didn't acquire any property anywhere while in office.
13. He never awarded any contract to family members.
14. His wife hadn't office, and allowed to mess with the state. She had her enterprises in UK.
15. Obasanjo had to come to Onitsha and spent 1-week because of peaceful environment.
16. He invited anti-graft to come and audit his administration, before handing over.
17. He refused to accept a piece of land, and gratuity and pension.
18. He never went close to State Govt House after handing over.
19. He never struggle to frustrate his successors policies.
20. Till today, he kept gifting multi-millions to Schools, Healthcare development, and entrepreneurship developments.
21. He even work as Chairman of SEC at the national stage without pay

If your definition of leadership is right you won't be against Peter Obi.

Only a selfish mind would see all these and still question it.

Peter Obi - a man that defiles Nigeria's version of leadership.

- Dele Farotimi