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Breaking: Bode George Signals PDP’s Decision To Exclude Northerner From 2027 Presidential Ticket
Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, asserted that the party should not present a northerner as its presidential candidate in 2027, citing concerns about a recurrence of the party’s poor performance in the 2023 elections, allegedly influenced by Atiku Abubakar’s ambition…..CONTINUE READING....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking to journalists in Lagos on Monday, George stated, “I don’t really understand the rhetorics in some quarters these days that a member of the party from the north is strategizing or plotting to return as the presidential candidate of our party in 2027.”
He firmly declared, “A northerner cannot be the presidential candidate of our party in 2027, pure and simple,” emphasizing that expecting a northerner to be the party’s savior in 2027 is unrealistic.
George expressed regret about the outcome of the last general election, where two northerners emerged as the presidential candidate and national chairman of the PDP, contributing to the party’s defeat. He warned against repeating such a scenario, asserting that it would lead to the end of PDP in 2027 and might pave the way for someone like Tinubu to become president.
The PDP chieftain highlighted the need for inclusiveness and fairness, criticizing any tribalistic tendencies within the party. He acknowledged the opposition of some governors to the idea of a northerner being the PDP presidential candidate in 2027.
George concluded by emphasizing the importance of unity and justice within the party, cautioning that without fairness, equity, and unity, the party and the country are headed in the wrong direction. He expressed concern about the divisive and arrogant responses from some party members in the lead-up to the 2023 presidential elections, calling for a united front to secure success in the 2027 presidential election.
Source: Nivo News
The Interim National Chairperson of the Labour Party (LP), Nenadi Usman, has stated that it may no longer be possible for the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to return to the party.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Usman made this known on Wednesday during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme.
She explained that, in line with the Electoral Act, the party would close its membership register 21 days before its primaries, stressing that once that process is concluded, no fresh entries would be allowed.
According to her, Obi played a major role in elevating the party’s profile during the 2023 general elections, noting that his influence and political momentum remain unmatched.
“It will be too late for Peter Obi to come back to the Labour Party because once the register is closed, no one can come in through the back door,” she said.
“Obi actually took the party to greater heights in 2023. There is nobody who can match the momentum he generated. He convinced me and many others to join the Labour Party because we believe in equity and fairness.”
Meanwhile, the factional National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, has blamed Obi and the Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, for the ongoing crisis within the party.
Abure made the allegation during an appearance on Arise Television on Wednesday, claiming that the internal dispute began after Obi and Otti reportedly established a caretaker committee in Umuahia.
The Department of State Services (DSS) on Thursday arraigned former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, before the Federal High Court in Abuja on a revised five-count charge bordering on alleged unlawful interception of communications and breach of national security.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The former governor, who appeared before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, pleaded not guilty to all the charges.
During the resumed hearing, DSS counsel, Senior Advocate of Nigeria Oluwole Aladedoye, informed the court that an amended five-count charge was filed on April 13, requesting that it replace the earlier three-count charge.
Defence counsel, Oluwole Iyamu (SAN), confirmed receipt of the amended charge and did not oppose its substitution. Consequently, the court struck out the earlier charge and proceeded to read the amended counts to the defendant, who again maintained his not-guilty plea.
One of the counts alleged that El-Rufai “intentionally and without authorization intercepted the communications of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu.”
Another count accused him of deploying technical systems that allegedly compromised public safety and national security while also creating “reasonable apprehension of insecurity among Nigerians.”
The prosecution also requested that the identities of two witnesses be protected, seeking to replace their names with pseudonyms due to security concerns. However, the defence objected, arguing that such a request violates the defendant’s constitutional right to know his accusers.
The defence further opposed the prosecution’s request for consecutive hearing dates, citing concerns that El-Rufai’s access to legal counsel could be hindered due to his custody under the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission.
Counsel also informed the court of a pending bail application, noting that a missing affidavit had been located.
Although the defence sought to quash the amended charge and demanded disclosure of proof of evidence for proper preparation, the prosecution urged the court to dismiss the applications, describing them as unmeritorious.
After hearing arguments from both sides, Justice Abdulmalik adjourned the matter to May 18, 19, and 20 for further hearing.
A former Chief of Staff to ex-Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, Bashir Saidu, has been remanded in a Kaduna custodial facility after his bail was revoked by the court.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Saidu, who is facing several charges bordering on alleged financial misconduct, was taken back into custody following proceedings held on Wednesday.
Sources familiar with the case said the court ordered his remand pending the continuation of his trial, which is expected to resume next month.
A source quoted by Daily Trust confirmed the development, stating: “It is true that his bail was revoked and he has been remanded.”
The former aide had earlier been granted bail after spending about 50 days in detention last year, having fulfilled the conditions set by the court at the time.
Saidu, a close ally of El-Rufai, has remained active in Kaduna’s political space and is also reportedly linked with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the state.
Following the latest ruling, he is expected to remain in custody until his next court appearance.
Meanwhile, the Department of State Services (DSS) has also brought El-Rufai before a Federal High Court in Abuja over allegations concerning alleged access to a phone conversation involving the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu.
The case was heard on Thursday, where the prosecution informed the court that the original three-count charge had been reviewed and expanded to five counts. The court subsequently struck out the earlier charge and replaced it with the amended version.
The matter is being presided over by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
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