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Edo Decides: More Woes Hit PDP as Legacy Faction Sparks Gale of Defection
PDP Faces Another Blow As Legacy PDP Members Defect In DrovesCould this be the beginning of the end for the PDP in Edo State? With each passing day, the party seems to be facing an uphill battle as a wave of defections continues to plague its ranks. The latest setback comes as Legacy PDP members strike from within, further weakening the party’s position ahead of the crucial September elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Just when the dust seemed to settle after the resignation of Esan political heavyweight and revered PDP leader, Hon. Felix Akhabue, alias JOEFEL, the party was dealt another blow with the departure of two more key figures within a span of less than 24 hours.
First to make headlines was Mr. Martins Ajayi, the Number-1 Leader of Ward-3 in Esan West Local Government Area. A staunch ally of Hon. Felix Akhabue, Ajayi’s resignation sent shockwaves through the party ranks. Submitting his resignation through the Ward-3 Acting Chairman on May 7th, 2024, Ajayi cited personal reasons for his decision, leaving many to ponder the implications for the party’s prospects in the upcoming elections.
Adding to the PDP’s woes was the departure of Hon. Peter Oboh, a Major Leader and Grassroot Mobilizer from Ward-8, Ewu, in Esan Central LGA. Oboh’s resignation, also driven by personal reasons and a desire to foster grassroots development, underscored the growing discontent within the party’s grassroots base.
Amidst the flurry of defections, speculation runs rife about the future of the PDP in Edo State. Can the party weather this storm and emerge stronger, or are these defections indicative of deeper fissures within its ranks? Only time will tell as the September elections draw closer.
In the meantime, as the PDP grapples with internal strife, political pundits and observers are left to wonder: Will the party be able to regain its footing and mount a formidable challenge in the electoral arena, or is this the beginning of the end for the once-dominant political force in Edo State?
As the saga unfolds, one thing remains certain: the political landscape in Edo State is anything but predictable, and the twists and turns of this ongoing drama are sure to keep everyone on the edge of their seats.
Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah writes in from Benin City.
Erin Piacenti, a 32-year-old vice president within Bank of America’s business selection and conflicts unit, tragically lost her life following a violent stabbing attack in New York City’s Times Square, an incident that also resulted in injuries to another individual. Professional records on her LinkedIn profile establish her executive standing as a vice president at the financial institution, which maintains a major Manhattan presence nearby at One Bryant Park.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Confirming the fatality in an official statement released to Reuters on Tuesday, Bank of America expressed profound grief and devastation over the loss, noting that she was an esteemed teammate whose absence will be deeply felt while offering heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones.
Detailing the sequence of events during a Monday briefing, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani explained that a female assailant armed with multiple knives targeted two victims in Times Square. Law enforcement officers swiftly intervened, deploying a Taser before discharging their service weapons. The New York Police Department subsequently verified that Piacenti sustained multiple fatal stab wounds and succumbed to her injuries.
Providing further context during the preliminary investigation, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch reported that the violent attacks appeared entirely random and unprovoked. The suspect was formally identified by police as 49-year-old Pamela Cisneros, who was shot and killed by responding officers at the scene. Authorities confirmed that inquiries into the exact circumstances of the tragedy are continuing under the active supervision of the NYPD Force Investigation Division.
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THE BATTLE LINES ARE DRAWN! Super Eagles Discover Their 2027 AFCON Fate While Falconets Clash With Korea!
The Super Eagles are set to kick off their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification campaign at home, facing Madagascar on Wednesday, September 23, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. Eric Chelle’s squad will aim to secure a strong start in their opening Group fixture before traveling to Morocco four days later for a challenging away match against Guinea-Bissau on Sunday, September 27. Tanzania completes this four-team group, and with three AFCON titles and a third-place finish in the last tournament hosted by Morocco, Nigeria enters the qualifiers as firm favorites to top the group. The team’s last competitive outing was an international friendly against Portugal back in June.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In other national team news, Nigeria’s Falconets have wrapped up their warm-up schedule for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, playing to a 1-1 draw against Korea Republic on Tuesday. Mary Mamudu continued her goal-scoring streak, finding the net in the 29th minute to give Nigeria the lead, following up on her goal against Poland in their previous friendly. However, Korea Republic leveled the score with a penalty kick 12 minutes before the final whistle, ending the match in a stalemate. Head coach Moses Aduku’s team will now shift focus to the World Cup, opening their Group F campaign against Spain on Monday, September 7, at the Arena Sosnowiec. They will face China at the same venue three days later on Thursday, September 10, before concluding the group stage against New Caledonia on Sunday, September 13, at the Stadion Miejski ŁKS Łódź.
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed profound grief over the passing of its South-South National Vice Chairman and former state chairman, Chief Dan Osi Orbih. In a statement jointly signed by State Chairman Nosa M. Ogieva-Okunbor (Esq.) and State Secretary Hillary Otsu, the party described his death as a deeply painful blow to the political community, highlighting his monumental influence across Edo State, the South-South region, and the nation at large.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The PDP paid glowing tribute to Orbih’s decades of dedicated public service, emphasizing his unwavering commitment to party unity and the advancement of democratic ideals. While extending heartfelt condolences to his grieving family and loved ones, the party urged the public to respect their privacy during this difficult time, adding that details regarding funeral arrangements will be announced by the family in due course.
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