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Bobrisky: Philip Shaibu At Crossroads As Obaseki Triggers Exit Welcome – Brotherhood or Sisterhood?
Bobrisky: Philip Shaibu At Crossroads As Obaseki Triggers Exit Welcome – Brotherhood or Sisterhood?....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a recent development in Edo State, the gubernatorial battlefield took an unexpected turn when the INEC revealed its list of candidates for the various political parties, and lo and behold, Philip Shaibu was noticeably missing from all platforms. Disappointing, to say the least. But that’s not the end of the story; the panel tasked with investigating his impeachment has completed its work, leaving Shaibu to face the consequences…CONTINUE READING.
In local parlance, it’s safe to say Philip Shaibu finds himself in a ROUNDABUBU situation – a classic case of “Na where you dey look na you wan cut? Goat Eye activated.” Now, let me take a moment to elaborate on the concept of Goat Eye Activation, for the benefit of those who haven’t yet had the pleasure of hearing my elucidation.
A few years back, an uncle of mine decided to celebrate Christmas in grand style by purchasing a big, juicy goat for the occasion. On the fateful day of festivities, he enlisted the help of his nephew to hold the goat down while he prepared to perform the sacrificial act of slaughtering it. Here’s where the plot thickens – our dear uncle happened to have a eye condition we affectionately referred to as “HALF PAST 4” (strabismus), and the mischievous nephew was unaware of this.
As the boy wrestled with the goat, using his legs and hands to secure its limbs, he glanced up at his uncle who was poised with a machete, ready to perform the slaughter. In a moment of confusion, the boy blurted out, “UNCLE NA WHERE YOU DEY LOOK NA YOU WAN CUT?”(HALF PAST 4 eyes).
The uncle affirmed, but due to his eye condition, the boy mistakenly believed he was aiming at his own neck instead of that of the goat. Perplexed, the boy asked again, “UNCLE NA WHERE YOU DEY LOOK NA YOU WAN CUT?” Once more, the uncle confirmed, raising the machete even higher. Needless to say, chaos ensued – the boy bolted, the goat made a daring escape, and Christmas dinner was canceled, much to everyone’s chagrin.
Now, why do I regale you with this anecdote? Well, it perfectly encapsulates the predicament Philip Shaibu finds himself in, courtesy of his boss Godwin Obaseki’s impeachment agenda. The ensuing hullabaloo has cast a shadow over the impending gubernatorial election, with Obaseki seemingly intent on ousting his disloyal deputy – the very same deputy who once stood shoulder-to-shoulder with him in the battle against Adams Oshiomhole, a common benefactor to both.
If not navigated with finesse, this goat(governorship election) may just slip through the cracks, jeopardizing the ruling party’s chances in the upcoming election. Meanwhile, Philip Shaibu finds himself at a crossroads, rejected by both Oshiomhole and Obaseki. So, the burning question remains: in the event of impeachment, which hood will Shaibu retreat to? Will he, like the controversial figure Bobrisky currently languishing in EFCC detention, find himself confined to the confines of a male or female cell?
Brotherhood or sisterhood – it appears Philip Shaibu has bitten off more than he can chew.
Today’s inspirational tune is “Brotherhood” by Portable.
Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah is the Chairman and CEO of Bush Radio Academy.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, announced that Rivers State’s political coalition will adopt Rotimi Amaechi’s past philosophy of “brotherhood” to support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking on Saturday in the Ikwerre Local Government Area, Wike referenced Amaechi’s rationale from the 2015 election—where Amaechi argued that brotherhood isn’t about blood ties but shared support, choosing Muhammadu Buhari over Goodluck Jonathan. Wike intends to apply this exact logic against Amaechi, who is now a vice-presidential candidate for the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Wike criticized Amaechi’s record as Minister of Transportation, claiming he neglected Rivers State while funneling the University of Transportation project to Daura in Katsina State in a failed bid for higher office. In contrast, Wike praised President Tinubu for recognizing the state, pointing to recent federal appointments of University of Port Harcourt and University of Environment vice-chancellors as proof that Tinubu is the true “brother” deserving of their votes in 2027.
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You Lack The Capacity: Wike Dismisses Critics Claiming Rainbow Coalition Will Cost Tinubu Votes
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed claims by certain governors that the Rainbow Coalition will diminish President Bola Tinubu’s vote count in the 2027 elections, arguing that those critics simply lack electoral capacity. Speaking at a grand reception hosted by the coalition in Rivers State on Saturday, Wike asserted that the alliance will instead boost the president’s numbers and challenged the complaining governors’ past performance in 2023. Meanwhile, some APC governors have reportedly voiced concerns to President Tinubu that the coalition could fracture the ruling party’s support base and jeopardize candidates running for National Assembly seats.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Casual & Conversational FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has hit back at governors who claim his Rainbow Coalition will hurt President Tinubu’s chances in 2027, bluntly stating that anyone warning against it just doesn’t have the capacity to deliver votes. At a reception in Rivers State, Wike insisted the coalition will actually increase Tinubu’s support and told his critics to come learn how it’s done. Behind the scenes, however, some APC governors are reportedly worried the initiative might split the party’s votes and cause trouble for other candidates down the ballot.
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Wike Fires Back: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike dismissed governors warning that the Rainbow Coalition will hurt President Tinubu’s 2027 votes, claiming those critics lack political capacity.
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Boost, Not Reduction: Speaking in Rivers State, Wike insisted the coalition will increase Tinubu’s votes and challenged critics to look at their own weak 2023 election results.
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APC Governors Concerned: Despite Wike’s defense, several APC governors have reportedly expressed worries to the president that the coalition could split party votes and threaten National Assembly candidates.
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Sanctuary Secrets Exposed: Outraged Man Points Finger At Gumi Over Alleged Moroccan Wife Hidden In Plain Sight.
Nasiru Musa Idris has accused Kaduna-based Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi of withholding his Moroccan wife for approximately 11 months after she was brought to him for counselling, though Gumi has strongly denied the claims and threatened a defamation lawsuit.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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The Husband’s Claims: Idris stated in an RFI Hausa interview that he introduced his wife—whom he legally married in Morocco with parental and embassy approval—to Gumi for counselling out of trust. He alleged that Gumi refused to return her, blocked communication, and insisted on obtaining an unnecessary new marriage certificate from a Malali Sharia Court despite existing official paperwork from the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Nigerian embassy in Morocco. He also disputed accounts that the woman’s mother took her back to Morocco, calling on Gumi to cooperate with police investigations.
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Gumi’s Response: Refuting the allegations, Gumi told Daily Trust that the woman is no longer in Nigeria and has safely returned to Morocco to live happily with her parents. While declining to elaborate on the dispute due to an active court case, the cleric confirmed he intends to sue Idris for defamation.
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Aide’s Defense: Malam Nasiru Ayuba, Gumi’s personal assistant and Chairman of the Volunteers of Sultan Bello Mosque, also rejected Idris’ version, asserting that the woman independently sought out Gumi’s intervention for a personal problem rather than being kept by him. Ayuba accused Idris of trying to ruin the cleric’s reputation on social media and warned that their camp holds recorded evidence they are prepared to release if necessary to protect Gumi’s image.
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