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Ogun LG Election Tensions Rise As Labour Party Reports Multiple Attacks By APC Thugs

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As the local government elections in Ogun State approach on November 16, the Labour Party (LP) has raised concerns about repeated attacks on its candidates by suspected political thugs.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Tokunbo Peters, the party’s publicity secretary, revealed these incidents in a statement released to DAILY POST on Thursday. He stated that the attacks on LP candidates running for chairmanship and councillorship positions began on Tuesday, November 12.

The first reported incident occurred in Ewekoro Local Government Area, where suspected thugs attacked Alani Elijah Juwon, the LP chairmanship candidate for the area, and his wife outside her shop. The couple was rescued by nearby residents and passersby, after which a formal complaint was filed at Itori Police Station.

Peters also mentioned that candidates in Abeokuta South, Obafemi-Owode, and Ogun East were similarly targeted, suffering physical injuries and threats. He alleged that the attackers were “APC thugs,” pointing out Governor Abiodun’s earlier claims that the opposition had no presence in Ogun State and his confidence that the APC would win all local elections.

The statement detailed that on November 13, Honourable Kenny Owolabi, the Labour Party chairman for Abeokuta South, was shot in an attack near First Bank in the Sapon area of Abeokuta. He is currently receiving medical treatment for the gunshot wounds. Prior to the attack, Owolabi had reportedly been threatened with withdrawal from the election.

Additionally, on November 14, suspected APC thugs attempted to break into the home of Honourable Olufemi Thomas, the Labour Party chairmanship candidate for Obafemi Owode. However, Thomas had moved his family to a secure location after receiving threats, and the assailants left when they found the house empty, warning him to withdraw from the race.

Candidates in Ogun East have also experienced similar threats and harassment. In Ijebu Ode, Odogbolu, and Sagamu Local Government Areas, LP campaign posters and banners have been torn down by suspected APC thugs, and candidates have been pressured to quit the race. Due to security concerns, campaign rallies in Ijebu Ode and Sagamu have been canceled multiple times.

The Labour Party leadership in Ogun State expressed concern that these attacks were part of an effort by the ruling APC to intimidate the opposition and force a withdrawal from the elections. Despite the violence, the LP vowed to continue participating in the electoral process.

The party has called on security agencies to ensure the safety of polling units and collation centers on election day.

In response, APC’s publicity secretary, Tunde Oladunjoy, dismissed the Labour Party’s claims, stating, “Which party? Please, I have better things to do than respond to a barely existing Labour Party.

 

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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.

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Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.

“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.

He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”

Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.

He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.

“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.

In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.

“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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