Rejection of the Deal: Elder statesman Chekwas Okorie stated that Peter Obi’s reported one-term agreement under the National Democratic Congress (NDC)—disclosed by his running mate Rabiu Kwankwaso—is a personal commitment rather than a consensus representing the Southeast.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Impact on Ndigbo: Okorie argued that the pact is not binding on Ndigbo because it restricts the presidential ambitions of other Igbo politicians beyond 2031.

• Precedents and Comparisons: Okorie noted that Obi had previously expressed intentions to serve only one term, comparing the situation to Atiku Abubakar’s single-term declaration and historical claims regarding former President Goodluck Jonathan.

• Kwankwaso’s Demands: He expressed no surprise that Kwankwaso requested a documented agreement given his supporters’ views, noting that Obi’s stronger 2023 electoral performance made him amenable to the deal.

• Other Igbo Aspirants: Okorie maintained that while the NDC has internal zoning arrangements, other prominent Igbo figures across different parties—such as Chukwuma Soludo, Hope Uzodimma, and David Umahi—remain free to run for the presidency in 2031.

Alliance Dismissed: Former APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje stated that a rumored presidential ticket pairing Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso under the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) would fail, describing it as “dead on arrival” in Kano State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Critique of Peter Obi: Ganduje questioned Peter Obi’s legacy and governance record during his time as Anambra State governor, arguing that his performance and subsequent experience do not demonstrate the capability to effectively manage the country.

• Critique of Rabiu Kwankwaso: Ganduje targeted Kwankwaso’s political history in Kano, pointing out that he failed to secure a consecutive second term, unlike himself and former Governor Ibrahim Shekarau who both completed full eight-year tenures. He further claimed Kwankwaso lacks a legacy strong enough to convince voters he would succeed nationally.

Withdrawal Confirmed: Senior Advocate of Nigeria and prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana has officially withdrawn from representing Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, the embattled head of the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Reasoning and Disagreements: While Falana did not disclose specifics, sources close to the matter indicated that the decision followed Adeyemi’s decision to ignore legal counsel by participating in an Instagram Live interview with VeryDarkMan and his refusal to attend court for his scheduled July 27 arraignment.

• Prior Advocacy: Before stepping down, Falana had previously criticized the police for their handling of the investigation, particularly condemning the detention of Adeyemi’s elderly father.

• Background on the Scandal: Adeyemi faces serious allegations of forgery, impersonation, and conspiracy after the legitimacy of the PFIPC came under intense scrutiny by security agencies and the National Assembly, though Adeyemi has consistently denied the charges.