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Okupe: Labour Party Was A Special Vehicle For Peter Obi’s Presidential Ambition

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Okupe: Labour Party Was A Special Vehicle For Peter Obi’s Presidential Ambition....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Doyin Okupe, the former director-general of the Labour Party (LP) presidential campaign, has characterized his and Peter Obi’s involvement with the Labour Party as a “special purpose vehicle” (SPV) for the presidential election. He made this assertion during an appearance on Arise Television on Tuesday.

Okupe, who resigned from his role in the party in January due to ideological differences, explained that neither he nor Peter Obi, the LP presidential candidate in the last election, fully aligned with the party’s ideologies.

According to Okupe, their association with the LP effectively ended when Obi lost the presidential race, indicating a strategic rather than ideological commitment to the party.

He stated, “The LP for us — for Peter Obi and I — and those in the leadership of the movement… the party was a special purpose vehicle (SPV).”

“I have never been a labour person, I have never operated on the left before but we needed a platform and this was the only platform readily available to us,” he added.

Okupe emphasized that if they had won the election, they would have sought to find a consensus with the Labour Party, despite their differing ideologies.

He clarified, “Peter Obi is not a labour person. He is not a leftist person, he is a trader, he is a businessman just like me. I am a liberal democrat, I believe in liberal democracy, I believe in free enterprise.”

Okupe also criticized the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), his former party, for presenting a northerner as its candidate in the lead-up to the 2023 election, deeming it “unreasonable.”

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“‘We’ve Lost Our Calendar’: First Lady Exposes The Exhausting Pressure Gripping The Presidency”.

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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has revealed that President Bola Tinubu is working tirelessly—forgoing weekends and holidays—to combat Nigeria’s insecurity. During a visit to Ekiti State, she assured traditional rulers that the administration is deeply committed to eradicating kidnapping, banditry, and violence. While acknowledging the frustration caused by these security challenges, the First Lady noted that the government is collaborating with international partners, including the United States, to neutralize those responsible for the unrest. She emphasized that while many tactical security efforts remain confidential, the President remains fully dedicated to restoring peace and safety for all Nigerians.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

During a recent engagement with traditional rulers in Ekiti State, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu stated that the President has abandoned his weekends to focus entirely on securing the nation. Addressing concerns over rising insecurity, she highlighted that the administration is working both internally and in partnership with foreign nations to dismantle criminal networks. The First Lady expressed optimism that Nigeria would overcome these trials, urged citizens to remain prayerful, and reaffirmed that the President is working around the clock to ensure the country’s safety.

 “We no longer have Mondays or Sundays.” That is the reality inside the Presidency, according to First Lady Oluremi Tinubu. During a working visit to Ekiti State, she shared that President Bola Tinubu is operating on a 24/7 schedule to tackle the nation’s security crisis. Revealing that the government is partnering with global powers like the U.S. to root out non-Nigerian criminal elements, the First Lady reassured the public that significant, albeit private, efforts are underway to stamp out banditry and kidnapping. She called for national unity and prayer as the administration fights to secure the country.

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Bala Mohammed Speaks On Plan To Dump APM For PDP, Emerge Jonathan’s Running Mate.

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Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has officially denied rumors regarding an alleged plan to exit the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) to rejoin the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2027 election cycle. Furthermore, he has rejected claims that he is in line to serve as the vice-presidential running mate for former President Goodluck Jonathan.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a statement posted to X this past Sunday, the governor clarified that his primary political goal is to secure the Bauchi South Senatorial District seat as a candidate for the APM. He explicitly requested that the public ignore any contradictory information, labeling such claims as both inaccurate and purely speculative.

Origins of the Speculation This clarification from the governor follows public assertions made by Nuhu Sada, who previously ran as the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate for the Zaria Kewaye Constituency in the 2025 Kaduna State House of Assembly by-election. Sada had suggested that Governor Mohammed was preparing to defect to the PDP to join forces with former President Jonathan.

These rumors were further fueled by reports that a PDP faction, under the leadership of Tanimu Turaki, had declared Jonathan their consensus presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections—an action allegedly taken amidst security blockades and threats regarding their Abuja convention venue. Despite these developments within the PDP, Governor Mohammed maintains that his commitment remains squarely with the APM and his senatorial campaign.

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The Comeback? Elisha Abbo Emerges As Labour Party’s Governorship Hopeful.

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Former Senator for Adamawa North, Elisha Abbo, has been officially ratified as the Labour Party’s consensus candidate for the Adamawa State governorship election. His endorsement by party stakeholders in Yola establishes him as the party’s official flagbearer, setting the stage for a highly competitive race.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abbo’s decision to join the Labour Party follows his exit from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a move he attributed to internal friction caused by the party’s North-East Zonal Vice Chairman, Babachir Lawal. According to party leadership, his selection was the result of strategic consultations designed to bolster the Labour Party’s electoral prospects.

Political analysts suggest that Abbo’s candidacy may significantly shift the political environment in Adamawa, particularly given recent public discourse surrounding the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Ahmed Galadima Aminu. Observers note that Abbo maintains a loyal support base among youth demographics and within sections of the Adamawa North region, which could play a pivotal role in the upcoming election.

A Career Defined by Ambition and Controversy Born on May 2, 1976, Abbo gained prominence in 2019 as one of Nigeria’s youngest senators. His political journey has been characterized by frequent transitions, having served under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) before moving to the APC in 2020, and later joining the ADC coalition in 2025.

Throughout his tenure, his career has faced intense scrutiny:

  • Public Incidents: In 2019, he faced significant backlash following a viral video depicting a physical altercation at an Abuja shop, for which he later issued a public apology.

  • Electoral Challenges: In October 2023, the Court of Appeal nullified his victory, naming PDP’s Amos Yohanna as the rightful winner of the Adamawa North senatorial seat.

  • Legal Controversies: He was linked to criminal allegations in 2025, which he vehemently denied, characterizing the claims as a politically motivated attempt to damage his reputation.

Despite these challenges, Abbo remains a prominent and active figure, continuing to exert influence within the Adamawa political sphere.

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