# apcnewsonline.ng ## Posts - [Tinubu’s Administration Rescued Nigeria From Dangerous Crossroad – Ribadu](https://apcnewsonline.ng/tinubus-administration-rescued-nigeria-from-dangerous-crossroad-ribadu/): The National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, said Nigeria was at a dangerous crossroads in 2022, facing multiple crises that threatened its unity, stability, and future until President Bola Tinubu assumed office in 2023. Speaking in Abuja at the 50th anniversary celebration of the Nigerian Defence Academy’s 18 Regular Course, Ribadu described the situation as dire, with security threats cutting across all regions of the country. He said the challenges spanned across the country — from the insurgency-ravaged North East to the violence-plagued North West, the restive Niger Delta, and separatist agitations in the South East. The NSA reaffirmed the… - [Kaduna Revenue Service Boss, Jerry Adams Supports Viral Popcorn Hawker With ₦500,000](https://apcnewsonline.ng/kaduna-revenue-service-boss-jerry-adams-supports-viral-popcorn-hawker-with-%e2%82%a6500000/): Mr. Jerry Adams, the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS), has shown incredible support to Peter Precious, the young man who recently went viral for his sharp dressing while hawking popcorn on the streets of Kaduna. Peter, known for running Lovepops Popcorn, gained public admiration not only for the quality of his product but also for his professional appearance and marketing approach. According to Peter, he received the largest financial support of his life when Mr. Jerry Adams personally reached out to him and sent him ₦500,000 to support his family and grow his popcorn business.… - [A Call for Balance: Why Yahaya Bello Should Lead the APC By Dr Tom Ohikere](https://apcnewsonline.ng/a-call-for-balance-why-yahaya-bello-should-lead-the-apc-by-dr-tom-ohikere/): Following the resignation of Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje as the National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), the party is faced with the critical responsibility of selecting a suitable successor but beyond competence and party loyalty, the choice must also reflect the imperative of geopolitical zonal balancing to maintain internal equity and national cohesion. Striking this balance is now the central task before the APC leadership as it seeks to sustain unity, strengthen its base, and chart a forward-looking path for the party. The role of National Chairman in the All Progressives Congress (APC) requires a leader who can… - [KOGI WEST: SILENT TRANSFORMATION UNDER SENATOR KARIMI – THE SHIFT IS HAPPENING](https://apcnewsonline.ng/kogi-west-silent-transformation-under-senator-karimi-the-shift-is-happening/): In the politics of kogi West, one thing has become clear: we are no longer in the era of empty noise. We are now in a season where development speaks quietly, but boldly — backed by facts, not fiction; by projects, not propaganda. Distinguished Senator Sunday Karimi isn’t in the game for applause. He has chosen a strategic path — focused legislation, grassroots empowerment, and consistent development — not for headlines, but for the people. Even in the face of growing security challenges threatening our peace and progress, Senator Karimi has remained actively engaged — facilitating interventions, pushing for community… - [STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE: PRESIDENT TINUBU ARRIVES IN RIO DE JANEIRO FOR BRICS MEETING](https://apcnewsonline.ng/statehouse-press-release-president-tinubu-arrives-in-rio-de-janeiro-for-brics-meeting/): President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to participate in the 17th Summit of Heads of State and Government for the Global South and Emerging Economic Bloc, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (BRICS). The President’s flight touched down at the Galeao Air Force Base tarmac at 8:45 pm on Friday, where the Galeao Air Force Base Commander coordinated the Guard of Honour. Brazil’s Deputy Minister for Africa and the Middle East, Ambassador Carlos Sergio Sobral Duarte, and the Deputy Minister for Trade Promotion, Science, Technology, Innovation, and Culture, received President Tinubu. President Tinubu… - [Wike urges Tinubu to release NDDC forensic audit, alleges Amaechi siphoned N4bn monthly](https://apcnewsonline.ng/wike-urges-tinubu-to-release-nddc-forensic-audit-alleges-amaechi-siphoned-n4bn-monthly/): The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to make public the forensic audit report of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC. Speaking during Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Friday, Wike alleged that former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, siphoned approximately N4 billion monthly from the NDDC during his tenure for the training of Rivers women. According to Wike, the transactions were carried out through a company allegedly linked to Amaechi’s wife. Wike made the remarks in response to Amaechi’s recent statement describing his wife as a successful businesswoman and “almost… - [2027: PDP sinks deeper as Atiku, ex-govs, others dump party](https://apcnewsonline.ng/2027-pdp-sinks-deeper-as-atiku-ex-govs-others-dump-party/): Nigerians have continued to react over the looming decimation of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. This is following the exit of the party’s pillars such as former Vice president, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and many ex-governors, as well as former Senate President, David Mark. Arising from a meeting in Abuja on Tuesday, the PDP members led by Atiku Abubakar encouraged all well-meaning members of the party and other patriotic Nigerians to join the coalition. Atiku is leading some key leaders of PDP, including former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido, ex-Senate President David Mark, and other party bigwigs out of the party.… - [CHAN 2024: Home Eagles set to start final preparation in Abuja](https://apcnewsonline.ng/chan-2024-home-eagles-set-to-start-final-preparation-in-abuja/): The home-based Super Eagles will commence final preparations for the 2024 African Nations Championship in Abuja next week. Head coach Eric Chelle is expected to release his list of invited players this weekend. Chelle and his backroom staff are already in Abuja ahead of the player’s arrival. The camping exercise will mark the start of the team’s intensive preparations for the ChAN 2024 finals. Nigeria qualified for the competition after edging past eternal rivals Black Galaxies 3-1 on aggregate. The home Eagles are making a return to the competition after failing to qualify for the last two editions. They are… - [Era of abandoned projects over in FCT – Tinubu](https://apcnewsonline.ng/era-of-abandoned-projects-over-in-fct-tinubu/): President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has revealed that the days of abandoned projects and unfulfilled promises in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are over. He made this known on Friday during the commissioning of the newly rehabilitated Aguma Palace Road, Radio Nigeria Road, New Market Road, and other connecting roads in Gwagwalada Area Council of the FCT. Speaking through Vice President Kashim Shettima, who represented him at the event, Tinubu said his administration is committed to delivering projects that have direct impact on the people. “We are not just building roads; we are rebuilding trust. The era of empty promises and… - [Governor Radda Attends Wedding Fatiha of Senator Alkali’s Son at Sultan Bello Mosque, Kaduna](https://apcnewsonline.ng/governor-radda-attends-wedding-fatiha-of-senator-alkalis-son-at-sultan-bello-mosque-kaduna/): Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, today, Friday, attended the wedding ceremony of Farouk Sa’idu Alkali and his bride, Salaha Abdulaziz Yola. The groom is the son of the Honourable Minister of Transportation, Senator Saidu Ahmad Alkali. The ceremony took place at the Sultan Bello Mosque in Kaduna. The colourful event brought together an array of high-profile dignitaries from across the country, including Vice President Kashim Shettima, Kaduna State Governor Senator Uba Sani, Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, former Minister of Aviation Hadi Sirika, Senator Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo, Senator Kawu Sumaila, Hon. Abdullahi Aliyu (General),… - [2027: ADC coalition, exercise in futility — Olamiju, APC chieftain](https://apcnewsonline.ng/2027-adc-coalition-exercise-in-futility-olamiju-apc-chieftain/): Prof. Siji Olamiju, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State, has dismissed the adoption of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, by the opposition coalition as a futile endeavor. Olamiju, who described the ADC as ‘Association of Disgruntled Country’, said in a saner clime, majority of politicians in the party should be engaging in constructive criticisms to enhance national development. He expressed disappointment that they chose to follow the voyage to political perdition owing to malicious hatred and jealousy for the person of President Bola Tinubu. In a statement obtained by DAILY POST on Friday in Osogbo,… - [Peter Rufai wrote his name in gold – Tinubu mourns ex-Super Eagles goalkeeper](https://apcnewsonline.ng/peter-rufai-wrote-his-name-in-gold-tinubu-mourns-ex-super-eagles-goalkeeper/): President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of former Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai, saying he wrote his name in gold in the sporting annals of Nigeria and the African continent. The President said this in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday, while paying tribute to the football icon, fondly remembered by fans as “Dodomayana”. DAILY POST reports that the football legend passed away on Thursday at the age of 61. “I recall with fond memories the heroic contributions of Peter Rufai in the historic victory of the Super Eagles at the 1994 edition… - [BREAKING: Court orders Akpabio, others to recall Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan](https://apcnewsonline.ng/breaking-court-orders-akpabio-others-to-recall-natasha-akpoti-uduaghan/): Justice Binta Fatima Nyako of a Federal High Court in Abuja, on Friday, faulted the suspension of Kogi State Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and nullified it. Justice Nyako subsequently ordered the Senate to recall the suspended senator on grounds that her suspension for six months violated the Constitution and also denied her constituents of adequate representation. The judge made the order while delivering judgment in the suit filed by Akpoti-Uduaghan challenging her six months suspension by the Senate. Justice Nyako stated that while the National Assembly has powers to discipline any erring members, such discipline should not be too excessive to… - [Baba-Ahmed suggests what can make, break coalition](https://apcnewsonline.ng/baba-ahmed-suggests-what-can-make-break-coalition/): The vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election, Yusuf Datti Ahmed, has suggested that the coalition against the government of President Bola Tinubu might not endure until the end. The billionaire businessman wondered what would become of the coalition if figures like Peter Obi or Chibuike Amaechi failed to secure the sole ticket of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Speaking on Arise News, the Labour Party’s vice-presidential candidate noted that despite the great deal of excitement surrounding the coalition, “I think we should not be swept away by this coalition. “You have key players, Peter Obi,… - [A World on the Brink: An Appeal to the Conscience of Global Leadership - Abubakar Rajab](https://apcnewsonline.ng/a-world-on-the-brink-an-appeal-to-the-conscience-of-global-leadership-abubakar-rajab/): The world trembles at the edge of its own unraveling. The Middle East burns. Nations flex their arsenals instead of their compassion. The air grows heavier with the smell of gunpowder, and the silence of diplomacy is being drowned by the thunder of war drums. I see a storm gathering — not of clouds, but of catastrophe. I see the world, once full of promise, now teetering on the brink of avoidable destruction. I see anger boiling across continents, and pride calcifying the hearts of leaders who have forgotten the sacredness of life. Let this be heard: The Earth has… - [2027: ADC youths reject Atiku, David Mark, Amaechi, El-Rufai opposition coalition to unseat Tinubu](https://apcnewsonline.ng/2027-adc-youths-reject-atiku-david-mark-amaechi-el-rufai-opposition-coalition-to-unseat-tinubu/): The Youth Wing of the African Democratic Congress has rejected the opposition party coalition led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Senate President David Mark, former Governor of Rivers State Rotimi Amaechi, former Governor of Kaduna State Nasir El-Rufai, former Minister of Interior Rauf Aregbesola, and others. Musa Matara, the spokesman for ADC, disclosed on Thursday at a gathering of the party’s youth wing. This comes as Wednesday, Atiku, Amaechi, David Mark, and others adopted ADC as the opposition coalition to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027. At the event, a faction of the party led by Raph… - [ADC: Old wolves in new agbada – Charly Boy rubbishes coalition to unseat Tinubu](https://apcnewsonline.ng/adc-old-wolves-in-new-agbada-charly-boy-rubbishes-coalition-to-unseat-tinubu/): Popular singer and activist, Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, known by his stage name, Charly Boy has rubbished the alignment of opposition leaders to form coalition to unseat President Tinubu in 2027. DAILY POST reports that a coalition of political heavyweights from the Peoples Democratic Party, Labour Party, Social Democratic Party and aggrieved members of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC have come together ahead of the 2027 election. The opposition leaders led by former Senate President, David Mark had adopted the African Democratic Congress, ADC as official platform to wrestle power from Tinubu in 2027. DAILY POST reports that while the… - [APC confirms NEC meeting for July 24](https://apcnewsonline.ng/apc-confirms-nec-meeting-for-july-24/): The ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, has confirmed July 24, 2025 for its National Executive Council, NEC, meeting. In a post on its official X handle on Friday, the party charged all NEC members to take the notice of the meeting seriously in accordance with the article 12.3 of the APC constitution. DAILY POST reports that in pursuant to article 12.3 of the APC constitution, the NEC shall consists of the party National Chairman, Deputy National Chairmen (North and South), National Secretary, among others Recall that Umar Ganduje, last Friday resigned as the party’s chairman and in his place, Ali Dalori was… - [BREAKING: Protest breaks out in Makurdi as Agan women block federal highway over insecurity](https://apcnewsonline.ng/breaking-protest-breaks-out-in-makurdi-as-agan-women-block-federal-highway-over-insecurity/): Women from Agan community in Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, on Friday took to the streets to protest the rising insecurity in their area. The angry women blocked the federal highway near the Agan toll gate, carrying leaves and chanting songs to express their frustration. Torkwase, a resident of the area confirmed to DAILY POST that the protest is still ongoing but peaceful. “The protest is currently ongoing at Agan ward, close to the toll gate,” she told DAILY POST in a telephone interview. “It is just about the insecurity going on around the area. We are tired and… - [Commissioner of Police orders prompt medical care for sick suspects in Abia Command](https://apcnewsonline.ng/commissioner-of-police-orders-prompt-medical-care-for-sick-suspects-in-abia-command/): Commissioner of Police, Abia State Command, Danladi Isa has charged officers in the Command to maintain professionalism, avoid corruption, and strictly adhere to the NPF social media policy. He has also directed that suspects must not be detained beyond 24 hours for bailable offences and that sick suspects must receive prompt medical attention. CP Danladi, who gave the directive during the Command’s monthly conference, which was attended by Area Commanders, DPOs, Heads of Departments and Tactical Commanders, warned that senior officers would be held vicariously liable for misconducts by their subordinates, hence they must ensure proper supervision of officers under… - [Senate begins constitution review hearings in Lagos today](https://apcnewsonline.ng/senate-begins-constitution-review-hearings-in-lagos-today/): Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central), has announced that the Senate will today commence its public hearing on the review of the 1999 Constitution in Lagos. Bamidele explained that the exercise will open up discussions on national issues, including proposals for the creation of 18 additional local government areas, the establishment of state police, and comprehensive reforms of the electoral system, among others. As part of efforts to ensure inclusive participation, the Senate has also arranged for simultaneous public hearings to take place across other geopolitical zones of the country, excluding the North-West region. The hearing scheduled for… - [Flashback: Obasanjo-Led Coalition Adopted ADC in 2018 but Collapsed Before Elections](https://apcnewsonline.ng/flashback-obasanjo-led-coalition-adopted-adc-in-2018-but-collapsed-before-elections/): In May 2018, a coalition movement initiated by former President Olusegun Obasanjo adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its political platform to challenge then-President Muhammadu Buhari in the 2019 elections. The Obasanjo-led movement — Coalition of Nigeria Movement (CNM) — unveiled ADC as an anti-Buhari political party during a press conference on May 10, 2018. The press conference was attended by Obasanjo, Olagunsoye Oyinlola, co-convener of the movement and a former governor of Osun state, and other political stakeholders. Obasanjo had proposed the CNM as a non-partisan platform that would “redeem” Nigeria from the “lice of poor performance” of the Buhari-led administration.… - [Ex-PDP campaign DG dumps party in Benue](https://apcnewsonline.ng/ex-pdp-campaign-dg-dumps-party-in-benue/): Adakole Elijah, a former media adviser to ex-Senate President David Mark, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Elijah, who also served as the campaign director for Senator Abba Moro during the 2023 elections, made his decision public in a statement issued on Wednesday. His resignation comes just days after his former principal, David Mark, was named interim national chairman of the coalition-backed African Democratic Congress (ADC). In his statement, Elijah attributed his decision to the deteriorating state of affairs within the PDP, describing the party as a shadow of its former self. “With sentiments of profound reverence and… - [Finally, APC takes over Plateau House of Assembly](https://apcnewsonline.ng/finally-apc-takes-over-plateau-house-of-assembly/): The All Progressives Congress, APC, is now in full control of the Plateau State House of Assembly following the sudden resignation of the former Speaker, Rt. Hon. Gabriel Dewan who threw in the towel on Wednesday. Following Dewan’s resignation, the 24 members of the Assembly, in an emergency plenary session held at the temporary Assembly Complex at the Old Government House, Jos, elected Hon. Nanloong Daniel of the APC who was the Majority Leader and member representing Mikang State Constituency in the 9th Assembly, as their new Speaker. Hon. Ajang Azi, also of the APC representing Jos North West State… - [Labour Party gives Peter Obi 48 hours to leave](https://apcnewsonline.ng/labour-party-gives-peter-obi-48-hours-to-leave/): The Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party has given Peter Obi a 48-hour ultimatum to leave the party after he joined the coalition. This was contained in a statement signed by the faction’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, in Abuja, on Thursday. Ifoh explained that the Labour Party under Abure’s leadership remains vehemently opposed to joining the coalition, while dismissing members of the coalition as “power mongers whose only interest was self and not the people.” The party warned Nigerians that the often-mouthed ‘New Nigeria is Possible’ is a ruse and cannot be achieved with the assemblage of old,… - [2027: Coalition Members Explain Decision to Adopt ADC](https://apcnewsonline.ng/2027-coalition-members-explain-decision-to-adopt-adc/): Members of the newly formed opposition coalition party ahead of the forthcoming 2027 general elections have revealed why they chose the African Democratic Congress, ADC. The spokesperson of the opposition coalition, Bolaji Abdullahi, made this revelation on Wednesday, when he appeared as a guest on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television. Abdullahi said that the choice was born out of the party’s openness to reform and alignment with the coalition’s shared values and vision. “When we started this journey, we had a list of options, parameters, and conditionalities—the kind of party we were looking for. Those from the APC… - [ADC: Coalition will soon scatter, open your eyes wide – Presidency warns Nigerians](https://apcnewsonline.ng/adc-coalition-will-soon-scatter-open-your-eyes-wide-presidency-warns-nigerians/): Bayo Onanuga, the spokesperson to President Bola Tinubu, has warned Nigerians against paying attention to the newly formed coalition against the current administration. Onanuga, who has one or another to say about every member of the coalition, especially those joining from the All Progressives Congress, said that the likes of Abubakar Malami, Rotimi Amaechi, Hadi Sirika and Rauf Aregbesola have left the ruling party a time long ago. DAILY POST reported earlier on Wednesday that leaders of the coalition met at the Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja, where they formally adopted the African Democratic Congress, ADC as their platform to challenge the… - [Lagos govt seals property in Ikosi-Ketu over illegal waste disposal](https://apcnewsonline.ng/lagos-govt-seals-property-in-ikosi-ketu-over-illegal-waste-disposal/): Lagos State Government has sealed a property located at 32 Ogunkoya Street, Ikosi-Ketu, following verified reports of unlawful waste dumping on the premises. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, made the disclosure through his official handle on X, noting that the enforcement team swiftly intervened after receiving complaints from residents in the area. Wahab confirmed that the enforcement team visited the location on Monday evening, where they verified the environmental infraction and took immediate action by sealing off the premises. The commissioner emphasized that Lagos State would not tolerate practices that degrade the environment. He… - [A Strategic Blueprint for APC’s Resurrection at the Ballot Box](https://apcnewsonline.ng/a-strategic-blueprint-for-apcs-resurrection-at-the-ballot-box/): Your Excellency, The political earth beneath us quakes — and with every tremor, the foundation of our party weakens. Nigerians are no longer merely dissatisfied; they are disillusioned. The hardship is biting, trust is evaporating, and the political tide is swiftly turning. We are, in all sincerity, worse off than where President Bola Ahmed Tinubu began his administration. This moment demands a total recalibration of leadership, policy, and political instincts. Below is a 13-point recovery blueprint — not a wish list, but an urgent prescription for political survival, national healing, and electoral victory. 1. Reconcile with Loyal Party Members and… - [Benue, N-HYPADEC Collaborate to Prevent Future Disasters](https://apcnewsonline.ng/benue-n-hypadec-collaborate-to-prevent-future-disasters/): Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has said his administration would collaborate with the National Hydro Electric Power Producing Areas to forestall disaster in the state. Alia, represented by the Deputy Governor, Sam Ode, stated this on Wednesday while receiving the relief materials donated by N-HYPADEC. He acknowledged the agency’s support for the state’s economic growth and promised collaboration with the agency on disaster management. He said, “N-HYPADEC has been contributing to the economy of Benue State and also lifting people out of poverty. It has risen to the occasion to alleviate suffering in the affected areas. “In the future, we… - [Oyo plans health centres renovation, boreholes for 30 communities](https://apcnewsonline.ng/oyo-plans-health-centres-renovation-boreholes-for-30-communities/): The Oyo State Community and Social Development Agency has disbursed funds to 30 communities for health, education, roads and water projects. The chairman of the agency, Abideen Adeaga, disclosed this on Tuesday during a training session for representatives of the benefiting communities at the House of Chiefs, Secretariat, Ibadan. A statement released by the agency’s Public Relations Officer, Alhazan Rilwan, in Ibadan, on Wednesday, said the projects were part of the efforts by the current administration to fulfil its campaign promises. Adeaga listed the projects as “construction of culverts and line drainage channels in five communities, construction or renovation of… - [Oyetola inaugurates NPA board](https://apcnewsonline.ng/oyetola-inaugurates-npa-board/): The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has inaugurated the newly constituted Governing Board of the Nigerian Ports Authority. The move aims to reposition the maritime sector as a driver of national economic development. According to a statement on Monday, the inauguration took place at the ministry’s conference room in Abuja. Oyetola described the inauguration as a vital step in strengthening the governance framework of the NPA and “aligning it with the broader vision of President Bola Tinubu to reform and revitalise key government institutions.” He said the move underscores the administration’s firm commitment to institutional reforms. The… - [ADC Leaders Step Aside as Mark, Aregbesola Take Over](https://apcnewsonline.ng/adc-leaders-step-aside-as-mark-aregbesola-take-over/): n a major political development ahead of the 2027 elections, top opposition figures including Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai, and Rotimi Amaechi converged at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja for the unveiling of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the official platform for a new opposition coalition. At the event, ADC’s founding National Chairman, Ralph Nwosu, announced that party leaders had voluntarily stepped down to pave the way for former Senate President David Mark and ex-Osun Governor Rauf Aregbesola to take charge. Mark and Aregbesola were named interim National Chairman and National Secretary, respectively. “We all decided… - [Supreme court reserves judgment in Ighodalo’s appeal against Okpebholo’s election](https://apcnewsonline.ng/supreme-court-reserves-judgment-in-ighodalos-appeal-against-okpebholos-election/): The supreme court has reserved judgment in the appeal challenging the election of  Monday Okpebholo as governor of Edo state. After hearing arguments from lawyers on Wednesday, a five-member panel of the apex court, led by Mohammed Garba, said the date for judgment would be communicated to the parties. The appeal was filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Asue Ighodalo, its candidate in the election held on September 21, 2024. Ighodalo, whose appeal was argued by Ken Mosia, prayed the apex court to void Okpebholo’s election and return him (Ighodalo) as the winner of the poll on the grounds that… - [[UPDATED] Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai, Amaechi, Other Coalition Leaders Meet In Abuja](https://apcnewsonline.ng/updated-atiku-obi-el-rufai-amaechi-other-coalition-leaders-meet-in-abuja/): Members of the opposition coalition, under the auspices of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), have converge on the Yar’Dua Centre in Abuja for a meeting. The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar; his Labour Party counterpart, Peter Obi; a former governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir El-Rufai; and a former Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi, are present at the mmeting. Also present are a former Senate President, David Mark; and a former governor of Osun State, Rauf Aregbesola, who were recent appointed as interim national chairman and national secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Others… - [HON. AYO MAYEGUN WRITES: WHY YAHAYA BELLO REPRESENTS THE KIND OF CHAIRMAN APC NEEDS NOW](https://apcnewsonline.ng/hon-ayo-mayegun-writes-why-yahaya-bello-represents-the-kind-of-chairman-apc-needs-now/): By Hon. Ayo Mayegun In politics, leadership is often tested in the storm—not in the calm, and as the All Progressives Congress (APC), looks to chart a clearer, stronger path into the future, the question before us is not just “who is next,” but “who is right?” In Yahaya Adoza Bello, many see controversy. But those who look deeper see capacity, resilience, and political instinct that few can deny. At a time when the party needs someone who understands strategy, youth engagement, and internal discipline, the answer may not come from the obvious places—but from tested battlegrounds. 1. Leadership Is… - [Tinubu declares data Nigeria’s new oil, says it’s key to progress](https://apcnewsonline.ng/tinubu-declares-data-nigerias-new-oil-says-its-key-to-progress/): President Bola Tinubu has declared data as “the new oil,” emphasising its critical role in governance and Nigeria’s global standing. He announced a directive for all ministries, departments, and agencies to capture, safeguard, and responsibly release data to drive public value and facilitate international benchmarking. This strategic emphasis on data comes as Galaxy Backbone launches its 1Government Cloud Academy, an initiative designed to equip civil servants with the essential digital skills for Nigeria’s transition to a paperless public sector. According to a statement from Galaxy Backbone on Wednesday, the set up of the academy is a strategic move to advance… - [VIDEO: I’m Not In Any Coalition, Still A Labour Party Member — Otti](https://apcnewsonline.ng/video-im-not-in-any-coalition-still-a-labour-party-member-otti/): The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has affirmed his loyalty and commitment to the Labour Party, saying that he is not in any coalition and hasn’t attended any meetings organised by the group or invited for any. Speaking during an interactive session with members of Abia State Global Economic Council in Umuahia, Otti said he is busy doing the work given to him by Abia people and not looking for where to decamp to. While reacting to the claim of a crisis in the Labour Party, the Abia State Governor said yes, the party had a problem, and fought through… - [FG Don't Need To Spend Billions Of Dollars To Build A Refinery; The Igbos Can Build It----- Orji Uzor Kalu](https://apcnewsonline.ng/fg-dont-need-to-spend-billions-of-dollars-to-build-a-refinery-the-igbos-can-build-it-orji-uzor-kalu/): ‎‎Former Abia State governor and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Southeast Development Commission, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has highlighted what he believes is an untapped opportunity in Nigeria’s quest for economic revival: the ingenuity and enterprise of the Igbo people. Speaking during an interview on Channels TV, Kalu argued that empowering local investors and regional entrepreneurs could transform the nation’s oil sector faster and more cost-effectively. ‎ ‎”We don’t need to spend billions of dollars to build a refinery; the Igbos can build it,” ‎ ‎ According to him, encouraging indigenous investment rather than relying entirely on massive government… - [Wike meets area council chairmen, NUT, NANs over FCT school strike](https://apcnewsonline.ng/wike-meets-area-council-chairmen-nut-nans-over-fct-school-strike/): The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, will on Thursday meet with chairmen of FCT area councils, the Nigeria Union of Teachers, and the National Association of Nigerian Students to discuss the reopening of public primary schools in the FCT. The meeting was confirmed in a statement released in Abuja on Wednesday by NANS President, Olushola Oladoja, and the group’s Public Relations Officer, Adeyemi Ajasa. NANS explained that it had earlier planned a mass protest at the FCT Administration Secretariat on Wednesday morning. However, the plan changed after its leaders were invited to a high-level meeting at the… - [Coalition: Abuja hotel cancels booking for unveiling venue, opposition politicians kick](https://apcnewsonline.ng/coalition-abuja-hotel-cancels-booking-for-unveiling-venue-opposition-politicians-kick/): A planned unveiling of the African Democratic Congress as a unifying political platform for Nigeria’s opposition suffered a setback on Wednesday after the event venue abruptly cancelled a fully paid reservation just hours before the programme. The event, scheduled to hold at the Wells Carlton Hotel and Apartments in Asokoro, Abuja, was expected to formally introduce the ADC as the platform to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress in the 2027 general elections. However, organisers were informed Wednesday morning that the hotel would no longer host the event due to an unspecified “internal compliance matter.” A screenshot of the hotel’s… - [APC Suspends Nasarawa Chairman Aliyu Bello](https://apcnewsonline.ng/apc-suspends-nasarawa-chairman-aliyu-bello/): The suspension came just hours after APC leaders in the state passed a vote of confidence on Bello during an emergency meeting in Lafia, the state capital. Aliyu Bello, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman in Nasarawa State, has been suspended for alleged anti-party activities by the leadership of his ward. The suspension came just hours after APC leaders in the state passed a vote of confidence on Bello during an emergency meeting in Lafia, the state capital. The chairman of the APC Gayam Ward in Lafia Local Government Area, Ibrahim Ilyasu, disclosed this during a press briefing in Lafia… - [Nigeria risks decline without new constitution, Attah warns](https://apcnewsonline.ng/nigeria-risks-decline-without-new-constitution-attah-warns/): A former governor of Akwa Ibom State and member of The Patriots, Victor Attah, has warned that President Bola Tinubu risks leaving Nigeria in a worse state if he exits office without ensuring the country gets a new constitution. Attah, who described the 1999 Constitution as fundamentally flawed and unsuitable for a diverse nation like Nigeria, called for an entirely new, people-driven constitution to replace what he termed a “unitary system masquerading as federalism.” He spoke ahead of a planned national political summit on the future of Nigeria’s constitutional democracy, scheduled to be held from July 15 to 17 in… - [2027: Obi submits one-term proposal to Atiku-led coalition](https://apcnewsonline.ng/2027-obi-submits-one-term-proposal-to-atiku-led-coalition/): The National Coordinator for Obidient Movement Worldwide, Dr Yunusa Tanko, on Tuesday, disclosed that the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has submitted his single-tenure proposal to the opposition coalition for consideration. Tanko made the revelation during the conferment of a chieftaincy title of ‘Sarki Maskan’ (War Hero) on the former Anambra State governor and a commendation letter in recognition of his selfless service and dedication to the Pantami community in Gombe. The former media aide to Obi was also decorated with the title of ‘Dan Maje Babba Pantanmi’ and a commendation letter signed by the… - [Kogi First Lady Distributes Agricultural Empowerment Materials Under Renewed Hope Initiative](https://apcnewsonline.ng/kogi-first-lady-distributes-agricultural-empowerment-materials-under-renewed-hope-initiative/): The First Lady of Kogi State, Hajia Sefinat Usman Ododo, has taken another significant step toward supporting grassroots development by distributing agricultural empowerment materials under the Renewed Hope Initiative in Kogi State. This impactful event is part of the broader national agenda led by Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, who initiated the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) to support women, youth, and vulnerable citizens across the country, especially in areas of agriculture, entrepreneurship, and social empowerment. During the distribution exercise, Hajia Sefinat Ododo extended her heartfelt appreciation to Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi… - [Why I agreed to serve as ADC interim secretary – Aregbesola](https://apcnewsonline.ng/why-i-agreed-to-serve-as-adc-interim-secretary-aregbesola/): Abdulrahman Zakariyau, Abuja   Ex-Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, said he agreed to serve as the Interim National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress because Nigeria’s political scene is dominated by parties lacking clear ideological direction. In his acceptance speech, which was shared Tuesday night on the verified Facebook page of a former Kaduna State Governor, Aregbesola stated that most existing political parties are mere hollow structures that merge and split not based on policy or principle, but on the pursuit of power and personal interests. He stated, “The ADC is not perfect but it stands for something. It was… - [YEAR 2027: ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU VERSUS THE COALITIONISTS IN NIGERIA'S POLITICAL TRAJECTORY](https://apcnewsonline.ng/year-2027-asiwaju-bola-ahmed-tinubu-versus-the-coalitionists-in-nigerias-political-trajectory/): By Musa Bakare As Nigeria approaches the pivotal 2027 presidential election, the political atmosphere is once again dominated by two familiar figures: The incumbent President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, now leading an alliance of opposition forces, the coalitionists. This no doubt will not be an ordinary contest, it is an ideological confrontation shaped by decades of political evolution, national leadership, and shifting loyalties. The political rivalry is not simply a clash of personalities, but a symbolic struggle between two distinct political paths. While President Tinubu represents stability, performance, transformative leadership and consistent ideological… - [INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, and Commission Members Meet RECs to Finalize Election Preparations.](https://apcnewsonline.ng/inec-chairman-prof-mahmood-yakubu-and-commission-members-meet-recs-to-finalize-election-preparations/): The INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, alongside the members of the Commission, is currently meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) to finalize preparations for upcoming electoral activities The crucial meeting is focusing on: – Final arrangements for November’s Anambra State governorship election – Logistics for pending bye-elections across several states – Operational plans for resuming the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise – Preliminary preparations for the 2026 FCT Area Council elections - [FCT Minister Reduces University of Abuja’s Land Allocation to 4,000 Hectares](https://apcnewsonline.ng/fct-minister-reduces-university-of-abujas-land-allocation-to-4000-hectares/): The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has seized thousands of hectares of land from the University of Abuja, recovering 7000 out of the 11,000 hectares the institution had fenced off in the Giri District without proper documentation. Speaking at the commissioning of newly constructed access roads in the area, Wike accused the university of appropriating large portions of land illegally. “The University on their own grabbed 11,000 hectares. I said that will not happen. No document, nothing. You see them fencing everywhere, and before you know it, they would have gone to sell our land,” Wike stated. The… - [2027 Election Drama: APC’s Acting Chairman Mocks Opposition Coalition](https://apcnewsonline.ng/2027-election-drama-apcs-acting-chairman-mocks-opposition-coalition/):  It’s Just an Abuja Hotel Talk The Acting National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ali Bukar Dalori, has dismissed the much-talked-about coalition aiming to unseat the ruling party in 2027. In a fiery interview with BBC Hausa, Dalori, who just took over after Abdullahi Ganduje’s resignation, called the opposition’s alliance a fantasy limited to Abuja’s political bubble. Nobody is even discussing this coalition outside Abuja. These people are just moving from one hotel to another. Once they lose the election, they’ll pack their bags and leave the country he claimed. Reports suggest that former PDP presidential candidate Atiku… - [Emergency rule: Tinubu may restore Fubara, Rivers lawmakers in July](https://apcnewsonline.ng/emergency-rule-tinubu-may-restore-fubara-rivers-lawmakers-in-july/): President Bola Tinubu is reportedly preparing to reinstate the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, and the Rivers State House of Assembly later this month, following the successful brokering of a truce between Fubara and his predecessor, current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Presidency sources told The PUNCH that Tinubu is considering Fubara’s return to office after a closed-door reconciliation meeting held Thursday night at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The meeting was attended by both Fubara and Wike, alongside the suspended Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, and several lawmakers.… - [PRESIDENT TINUBU PROPOSES VISA WAIVERS FOR OECS OFFICIAL PASSPORT HOLDERS AS NIGERIA, SAINT LUCIA ESTABLISH DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS](https://apcnewsonline.ng/president-tinubu-proposes-visa-waivers-for-oecs-official-passport-holders-as-nigeria-saint-lucia-establish-diplomatic-relations/): President Bola Tinubu formally announced on Monday the establishment of diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, describing it as a “symbolic bridge that will provide a gateway in fostering closer ties between us.” President Tinubu stated this while addressing a special joint session of the Senate and House of Assembly of Saint Lucia at the William Jefferson Clinton Ballroom, Sandals Grande, Gros Islet, Saint Lucia. The President proposed creating a Joint Commission or Political Consultation Agreement as a mechanism for structured cooperation between Nigeria and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS). President Tinubu also announced that he would offer full… - [Nasarawa guber 2027: Follow due process, don’t overheat polity – Gov Sule tells aspirants](https://apcnewsonline.ng/nasarawa-guber-2027-follow-due-process-dont-overheat-polity-gov-sule-tells-aspirants/): Gov. Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has urged stakeholders, especially All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship aspirants, not to overheat the polity but to follow due political process. He gave the advice during a stakeholders’ meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa West Senatorial Zone held in Keffi on Sunday. The governor said he would announce his preferred successor in 2027 at the appropriate time, without fear or favour. Sule promised to ensure justice and fairness during the party’s primaries for the progress and development of the APC in the state. He emphasised that true political power comes from… - [APC Fixes July 24 NEC Meeting To Replace Ganduje](https://apcnewsonline.ng/apc-fixes-july-24-nec-meeting-to-replace-ganduje/): The party said a notice for the NEC meeting has been forwarded to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has fixed July 24, 2025, for its National Executive Council (NEC) meeting to nominate a new substantive National Chairman for the party. After an emergency meeting at the party’s national secretariat on Monday, the National Working Committee (NWC) led by the Deputy National Secretary, Festus Fuanter, said the meeting would afford the party the opportunity to nominate a new chairman for the party. He added that a notice for the NEC meeting has been forwarded… - [APC speaks on Kwankwaso’s alleged plans to join ruling party](https://apcnewsonline.ng/apc-speaks-on-kwankwasos-alleged-plans-to-join-ruling-party/): The All Progressives Congress (APC) has addressed rumours suggesting that Rabiu Kwankwaso, leader of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP), is planning to defect to the ruling party. Speculation has been swirling about the former Kano State governor’s potential move, particularly following the resignation of Abdullahi Ganduje as APC National Chairman. However, speaking during an interview on Channels Television on Sunday, APC National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka stated that there has been no discussion within the party regarding Kwankwaso’s possible defection. “The party I represent has not said anything about Kwankwaso joining,” Morka clarified when asked about the rumours. “We… - [APC Launches Fresh Efforts to Win Over Five Governors Amid ‘Hurricane Tinubu](https://apcnewsonline.ng/apc-launches-fresh-efforts-to-win-over-five-governors-amid-hurricane-tinubu/): The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) says it is set to attract at least five more governors into its fold amid a wave of defections by opposition leaders, federal lawmakers, and fresh endorsements for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. This development comes on the heels of the resignation of the immediate past APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, last Friday. In an exclusive interview with The PUNCH, APC National Vice Chairman (South East), Dr. Ijeoma Arodiogbu, described the planned defections as imminent, warning that the opposition faces deeper cracks that could weaken its ability to challenge Tinubu’s re-election plans. “These… - [APC Chieftain Reveals Why Ganduje’s Resignation Is the Right Decision](https://apcnewsonline.ng/apc-chieftain-reveals-why-gandujes-resignation-is-the-right-decision/): A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano, Alhaji Alhassan Yaryasa, has reacted to Abdullahi Ganduje’s resignation Yaryasa said Ganduje’s resignation as the APC National Chairman is the best move to avoid disgrace The former Coordinator of the Tinubu Camping Organisation for Kano South explained how Ganduje saved himself from being disgraced Kano state – A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano, Alhaji Alhassan Yaryasa, said Abdullahi Ganduje’s resignation as the party’s National Chairman will help him avoid imminent disgrace. Legit.ng recalls that Ganduje resigned as APC national chairman on Friday, June 27, 2025, citing health reasons… - [APC confirms Ganduje's resignation as Tinubu picks Dalori as acting Chairman](https://apcnewsonline.ng/apc-confirms-gandujes-resignation-as-tinubu-picks-dalori-as-acting-chairman/): The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has confirmed the resignation of its national chairman, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, a former Governor of Kano State. On Friday, June 27, 2025, Ganduje announced his resignation to the party, citing health concerns as the reason for his departure from the position. Reacting to the development in a statement on Friday night, Felix Morka, the national publicity secretary of the APC, confirmed Ganduje’s resignation. According to Morka, the resignation, which takes immediate effect, was to enable the former chairman to attend to “urgent and important” personal matters. His resignation letter was addressed to the party’s National Working Committee… - [EFCC Detains Ex-Gov Ishaku over Alleged N27bn Fraud.](https://apcnewsonline.ng/efcc-detains-ex-gov-ishaku-over-alleged-n27bn-fraud/): The former Taraba State Governor, Darius Ishaku is currently in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Ishaku, who was the governor of Taraba State between 2015 and 2023, was arrested over alleged N27bn fraud. A top source in the commission who confided in our correspondent stated that Ishaku would be arraigned on 15 charges. “Former Taraba State Governor, Darius Ishaku is currently in our custody. He is being investigated for N27b fraud. He would be arraigned on 15 charges,” the source said. In a copy of the charge sheet dated September 27, obtained by our correspondent on… - [APC NEC Meeting Holds Sept. 12](https://apcnewsonline.ng/apc-nec-meeting-holds-sept-12/): Barring last-minute change, the National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) will hold on September 12 in Abuja.   The NEC meeting is coming up a year after the last one that grew up Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and Senator Ajibola Basiru as the National Chairman and National Secretary respectively following the resignation of Senator Abdullahi Adamu and Senator Iyiola Omisore. The Newsmen gathered from a credible source from the National Working Committee (NWC) on Wednesday that the party’s adminstrative organ, which is saddled with the responsibility of fixing date for the meeting, had settled… - [Edo South APC Vows to Deliver Zone for Okpebholo](https://apcnewsonline.ng/edo-south-apc-vows-to-deliver-zone-for-okpebholo/): Political heavyweights and members of the All-Progressives Congress from Edo South Senatorial District, Edo State, have closed ranks and vowed to stop Governor Godwin Obaseki from producing his successor in the September 21 governorship election. This position was taken at a meeting tagged “Edo South APC Leadership Family Conversation” convened by the APC deputy governorship candidate, Dennis Idahosa, and the former Edo South National Assembly member, Senator Matthew Urhoghide, on Sunday night. Leader of the party in Edo South, Pius Odubu, said Obaseki’s actions and policies have underdeveloped the state, with tales of unfulfilled promises, and urged party faithful to… - [Senate Summons CBN Governor, Cardoso, Over Free Fall of Naira](https://apcnewsonline.ng/senate-summons-cbn-governor-cardoso-over-free-fall-of-naira/): The Senate on Wednesday, January 31, summoned the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Dr. Olayemi Cardoso, to appear before it on Tuesday next week over the state of the economy and free fall of the Naira. The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance, and Other Financial Institutions, Senator Tokunbo Abiru (APC- Lagos East), handed down the summon after the panel met in Abuja. Speaking with reporters after the emergency meeting of the Committee held behind closed doors, Abiru said the state of the nation’s economy, especially the inflation index was of great concern to the Senate. Abiru… - [IN PRAISE OF UMAR GANDUJE](https://apcnewsonline.ng/in-praise-of-umar-ganduje/): Dr Umar Ganduje, former governor of Kano State and currently the national chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has paid his dues and has continued to play his part in the advancement of our nation and humanity.  As a political leader, he advocates the building of a party structure that affects all members for good.   No wonder after his tenure as governor of Kano State he left a legacy of infrastructural and human capital developments. It was not surprising that he was called upon to lead the APC as national chairman.   The qualities of the astute… - [Abdullahi Bello (Dollar): Doyen of Party Leadership](https://apcnewsonline.ng/abdullahi-bello-dollar-doyen-of-party-leadership/): By Shehu Otuoze Yahaya (Lashek) Alh Abdullahi Bello, known popularly as Dollar, has undoubtedly established himself as the doyen of party leadership in Nigeria, particularly in Kogi State. As the current chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and a commitment to the success of the party. Dollar’s unwavering support for Governor Yahaya Bello’s political structure and the New Direction Blueprint has been instrumental in the growth and success of APC in Kogi State. His strong political connections and unwavering commitment to the Governor’s vision serve as a valuable asset to… - [Betta Edu: Between God, Oyedepo and Tinubu](https://apcnewsonline.ng/betta-edu-between-god-oyedepo-and-tinubu/): Betta Edu, a trailblazer is at 35, Nigeria’s Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. She was before then the Cross River State Commissioner for Health, the National Women Leader of All Progressives Congress (APC), the feat she achieved by defeating her opponent by 2,662 to 117 votes at the APC National convention of March 2022. She then became the Special Adviser, Women Affairs, the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Committee and went on to mobilise women all across the country in their millions to vote for the ticket.   Of course by the nature of our party patronage system where politicians… - [Tajudeen Abbas Biography: Early Life, Career, Personal Life, and Achievements](https://apcnewsonline.ng/tajudeen-abbas-biography-early-life-career-personal-life-and-achievements/): Born on October 1st, 1963 in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria, Hon. Dr Tajudeen Abbas is a man of many talents. As an educationist and politician, he has made his mark in Nigerian society by advocating for quality education and contributing to the development of his constituency. In this article, we will delve deeper into the life of this remarkable man, exploring his early life, career, personal life, and achievements. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas Early Life   Hon. Dr Tajudeen Abbas’s journey started at Kaduna Teacher’s College (KTC) where he obtained a grade II certificate in 1981. He then proceeded to the… - [2023: How 8 years of Buhari’s APC Govt trumps PDP’s 16](https://apcnewsonline.ng/2023-how-8-years-of-buharis-apc-govt-trumps-pdps-16-2/): With less than seven months to go, the President Muhammadu Buhari-led All Progressives Congress (APC) Federal Government can be said to be in its twilight. While, going by history, it can be said to be early to assess and rate it because of what historians call instant history, politics makes no reservations for such. We shall therefore attempt an analysis of its performance and impact on the Political, Economic and Social development of the country. Like previous Governments before it, there are projects initiated by the Buhari government which are likely to outlive it because of their time span and… - [Tinubu’s Presidency And A Paradigm Shift in APC Reward System](https://apcnewsonline.ng/tinubus-presidency-and-a-paradigm-shift-in-apc-reward-system/): The history of party politics in Nigeria cannot be complete without mentioning the first generation set of political parties beginning from the early 1950s up to the time of independence in 1960. Prominent amongst them were the Northern Peoples Elements Union, NEPU, the Egbe Omo-Odudua, which later transformed to All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, Eastern Nigeria Mandate, ENM, the National Council of Nigeria and the Cameroon, NCNC, the Northern Peoples’ Congress, NPC, and the United Middle Belt Congress, UMBC. Many of these parties were formed around individuals for the purpose of championing ethnic political agendas and interests in a federation… - [President Muhammadu Buhari lists Project Commissioned in Ogun State](https://apcnewsonline.ng/president-muhammadu-buhari-lists-project-commissioned-in-ogun-state/): The five projects I commissioned in Ogun State yesterday are: The Gateway City Gate; the 42-Kilometre Sagamu Interchange-Abeokuta Road, reconstructed and equipped with street lights and other modern road furniture; the 14km Ijebu Ode-Mojoda-Epe Expressway, reconstructed into a modern expressway; and two Housing Estates for low, medium and high-income earners at Kobape and Oke-Mosan in Abeokuta, respectively.I was particularly impressed by the quality and standard of the road projects, and the creative way the State, under the leadership of Governor Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun – MFR, has deployed resources to reconstruct and rehabilitate them. It is significant to note that the… - [DIG Danmallam Mohammed, from Katsina tipped to become next Police IG](https://apcnewsonline.ng/dig-danmallam-mohammed-from-katsina-tipped-to-become-next-police-ig/): The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Abubakar Adamu, is set to retire today, February 1, 2021, after attaining 35 years in service. The practice in the past was that the Deputy Inspector Generals of Police, DIGs, are retired along with the IGP and a successor is chosen from among the ranks of Assistant Inspector Generals of Police, AIG. However, President Muhammadu Buhari and the presidency have silent over the fate of Adamu and his would-be successor. Names of likely successors among the most senior police officers are already been bandied as to who will become the new police boss as chosen… - [Why I Didn’t Campaign For APC During Edo Governorship Election– Fayemi](https://apcnewsonline.ng/why-i-didnt-campaign-for-apc-during-edo-governorship-election-fayemi/): Ekiti state governor and chairman of the Nigerian Governors Forum (NGF), Dr. Kayode Fayemi has spoken on why he did not campaign for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the just concluded governorship election in Edo state. He said campaigning for APC during the election would have amounted to campaigning against his colleague, Governor Godwin Obaseki who ran on the platform of the  Peoples  Democratic Party (PDP). Obaseki polled a total of 307, 955 votes to defeat All Progressives Congress (APC)’s Osagie Ize-Iyamu who got 223, 619 votes, according to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). 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