Post-Conference Exchange: Following their heated clash at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) conference in Port Harcourt, African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore revealed on Arise News that he called former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi to demand an apology.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• The “Poison” Joke: Sowore recounted that instead of apologizing, Amaechi invited him over for food and drinks, to which Sowore playfully responded that he declined out of fear of being poisoned because he knew Amaechi was upset.

• Democratic Credentials: Defending his political background, Sowore argued that his pro-democracy activism created the very political space that allowed politicians like Amaechi—who is the African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate—to serve in high offices like speaker, governor, and minister.

• Clash Over Records: Their initial disagreement ignited when Sowore criticized Amaechi’s record on railway projects and fuel subsidies, prompting Amaechi to defend his infrastructure projects and tell Sowore to “close his mouth” while politicians were speaking.

• Economic Stance & Leadership View: Reaffirming his opposition to the removal of petrol subsidies, Sowore maintained that true leadership should be measured by vision, problem-solving, and commitment rather than merely holding past government positions.

High-Stakes Meeting: APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda held a private meeting with the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, at the Kofar Kudu Palace on Tuesday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• 2027 Election Strategy: According to palace insiders, the closed-door discussions focused on building support and seeking the palace’s endorsement for APC candidates in Kano ahead of the 2027 elections.

• Recognizing Grassroots Influence: The APC leadership reportedly acknowledged Emir Sanusi’s immense traditional authority, grassroots mobilization power, and significant political relevance in the state.

• Consolidating Strength: Sources noted that the visit was a strategic move by the ruling party to strengthen its political standing and leverage the emir’s widespread influence following recent electoral dynamics in Kano.

Bold Claim: African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore declared during a Tuesday interview on Arise TV’s Prime Time that former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi would never have become governor or minister without Sowore’s personal struggle for democracy.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• The NBA Conference Clash: The statement comes as a reaction to a recent alter-cation at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) conference in Port Harcourt, where Amaechi (the ADC vice-presidential candidate) told Sowore to “close his mouth” while politicians were speaking.

• Demand for an Apology: Sowore revealed that he demanded an apology from Amaechi after the event, pointing out that Amaechi directly benefited from the political freedom and democratic environment created by Sowore’s activism.

• Core Motivation: Sowore emphasized that unlike others, his entry into public life and politics has always been driven by a lifelong passion for good governance and true democracy rather than personal ambition.