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Apapa Faction Reconciles, Supports Abure As Labour Party Chair

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Apapa Faction Reconciles, Supports Abure As Labour Party Chair

Writing by Sediq Mutari....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The leadership conflict within the Labour Party (LP), which had Julius Abure and Lamidi Apapa, the National Chairman and Deputy National Chairman (South), respectively, both claiming leadership, has come to a resolution. Both factions have agreed to reconcile and work together towards the party’s objectives, ending a year-long dispute.

The conflict originated in April 2023 following a court ruling that restrained Abure and three others from presenting themselves as national officers of the party. This legal decision caused a significant division within the party, leading to a fierce battle for control, backed by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) under Joe Ajaero’s leadership.

Despite the turmoil, including picketing at LP secretariats nationwide and calls for an inclusive convention, the situation remained tense until a controversial national convention held in Anambra three months ago. This convention, which re-elected Abure and his loyal National Working Committee members, was later invalidated by the NLC Political Commission. Consequently, a transition committee was established to engage stakeholders and organize a new convention within 90 days.

Facing mounting pressure from various fronts, including an open revolt and media campaign led by the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and continuous pressure from the NLC, Abure saw the urgent need to reconcile with Apapa’s faction.

A source at the LP national secretariat, who wished to remain anonymous, told Punch, “It is the only logical way for him to have a united front against the threat of the NLC in particular. Abure has a long history with Lamidi Apapa and Abayomi Arabambi.”

Factional spokesman Abayomi Arabambi confirmed the reconciliation. Arabambi stated that they had no issue with Abure, knowing he was influenced and misled by some leading NLC officers. He said, “We are united to stop political hawks from taking over our party. We thought the NLC was fighting for a just cause, but they only wanted to take over our party. We won’t accept that.”

Arabambi added, “Abure extended an olive branch to unite against those who intended to use the Labour Party for trouble and destabilization. We are here to fight those who aim to bring the nation down. There’s no current election to contest; the next is in 2027. Why seek to destabilize the nation now?”

Efforts to get Abure’s reaction were unsuccessful, but the National Publicity Secretary of LP, Obiora Ifoh, confirmed the reunion, stating that there was nothing wrong with Abure extending an olive branch to aggrieved party members. Ifoh said, “Labour Party is united. We do not have a division. Several people want a stake in the Labour Party due to our election success. But the Labour Party has a constitution and rules.”

Ifoh further mentioned, “Many involved in anti-party activities are realizing the laws are not on their side and are returning to the fold. Our doors are open to those seeking shelter in the Labour Party. Arabambi remains our member and has recognized Julius Abure as the national chairman. The party is more united now than ever.”

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“Tragedy Strikes The Gospel Music Industry: Renowned Nigerian Singer Loses Life In Horrific Crash!”

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The Nigerian gospel music community is in mourning following the death of talented gospel artiste Joshua Acheme Edache, widely known as Nutty Josh, who passed away from injuries sustained in an accident in Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to Naija News, the Benue State-born singer suffered injuries at a motorcycle training school in Abuja approximately five weeks prior to his passing. Following the incident, he experienced persistent headaches and breathing difficulties. Subsequent medical examinations at the hospital revealed that he had also suffered internal injuries, leading to further medical treatment and eventually a medically induced coma. He passed away on the morning of Sunday, September 20, 2026.

Nutty Josh was celebrated for using rap, music, and storytelling to share his Christian faith and connect with audiences. He played a notable role in pioneering and growing Gospel Hip Hop in Nigeria during its formative years when the genre was striving for broader recognition.

Throughout his impactful career, he released several well-known tracks—including N.U.T.T.Y Definition, Thankful (featuring Onos), Way Maker, OMG, and Too Much—alongside notable projects like Gospel Rap Affair (GRA), Yield, and Grace & Ease, cementing his legacy within the Christian Hip Hop community.

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Do Not Erase El-Rufai’s Role In Your 2023 Election Victory – Onoh Tells Tinubu.

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Denge Josef Onoh, the former Southeast spokesman for the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to embrace statesmanship and prioritize reconciliation regarding the situation of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In an open letter dated September 24, 2026, and addressed to President Tinubu through Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, Onoh emphasized that El-Rufai’s foundational contributions to the APC and the 2023 presidential campaign must not be forgotten. Highlighting El-Rufai’s instrumental role in securing Tinubu’s historic election victory, Onoh stated: “We cannot quickly erase from our memories the immense, foundational role Mallam El-Rufai played in ensuring the victory of the All Progressives Congress and your historic election in 2023.”

While describing El-Rufai as rigid, intensely opinionated, and notoriously difficult to work with, Onoh noted that these same traits reflected his deep loyalty once committed to a cause. He expressed concern that some of the former governor’s associates had distanced themselves due to political considerations, but stressed that he was unwilling to remain silent.

Drawing from history, Onoh urged Tinubu to follow examples of political reconciliation, such as Julius Caesar’s clemency and former President Shehu Shagari’s 1982 pardon of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, to demonstrate that mercy and unity can heal political divisions. He argued that presidential intervention would display profound political maturity rather than weakness, warning that leaving a key architect of the current democratic dispensation isolated risks deepening national fractures.

Concluding his appeal, Onoh urged the President to choose compassion over confinement and reconciliation over retribution, ensuring the situation fosters national healing instead of division. “Please, let us get value out of this. It matters,” he added.

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I Chase People With Knife – Peller Reveals What Happens Whenever He Smokes, Drinks

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Popular content creator Peller has revealed why he strictly avoids smoking, sharing a shocking past experience where drinking cocktails led him to aggressively chase people with a knife.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to Naija News, Peller made the confession on Tuesday night during a hangout with Nigerian rapper Ani Jeremiah, widely known as Jeriq. When Jeriq encouraged him to smoke to boost his creativity, Peller firmly turned it down, explaining that it would drastically alter his behavior and cause him to lose control.

Recalling the past incident, Peller admitted that people close to him immediately advised him never to touch cigarettes. Explaining his wild reaction, he said: “I no dey smoke, if I dey smoke, you no go fit be with me, I go kill you. They know say if I smoke I go crazy, right? Me wey drink, ehm, cocktail, I dey pursue people with knife, you know. I swear to God. Knife? Yes. So since then, they said I should never in my life smoke.”

With those around him warning that he becomes dangerously unpredictable, the streamer maintains a strict boundary against smoking to keep himself and others safe.

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