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2013 Merger Delivered 3.2 Million Votes for APC in 2015 – Boss Mustapha Reveals!”

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Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha, on Wednesday revealed that the 2013 political merger—which brought together then-President Muhammadu Buhari’s Congress for Progressive Change (CPC), Bola Tinubu’s Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), Atiku Abubakar’s faction of the New Peoples Democratic Party (nPDP), and other stakeholders—contributed an estimated 3.2 million votes to the alliance.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking in Abuja at the public presentation of According to the President: Lessons from a Presidential Spokesman’s Experience, a new book authored by former presidential spokesperson Garba Shehu, Mustapha explained that these additional votes complemented Buhari’s existing 12.2 million vote base to secure the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s historic victory over then-incumbent President Goodluck Jonathan in the 2015 general elections.

He recalled that the 2013 merger united several opposition forces, including Buhari’s CPC, Tinubu’s ACN, a faction of APGA, the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP), and elements of the ruling PDP who broke away to form the nPDP. The alliance birthed the APC and culminated in Buhari’s emergence as presidential flagbearer after defeating Atiku Abubakar, Rochas Okorocha, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and others at the party’s Lagos primary.

Mustapha, who served as Deputy National Chairman of the defunct ACN, recounted the behind-the-scenes coalition-building process. He noted that Buhari’s decision to set up a CPC Merger Committee was crucial to the success of the talks. He also credited Tinubu, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, and other key figures for lending legitimacy and direction to the negotiations.

“This coalition under the APC banner made possible the first democratic defeat of a sitting government in Nigeria’s history,” Mustapha stated. “President Buhari’s integrity, national appeal, and focused messaging were key to that achievement.”

He continued: “Speaking as someone who was deeply involved in the merger, I can confidently say that it was strategically designed to elevate Buhari to the presidency. Not to stir controversy, but the 2013 merger was, in many ways, a vehicle to bring about a Buhari presidency.”

Justifying Buhari’s selection as APC’s candidate in 2015, Mustapha argued it was the most strategic choice available to the party. Citing past election results, he said:

  • Buhari scored 12.7 million votes in 2003 against Obasanjo,

  • 6.6 million in 2007 against Yar’Adua despite intense PDP opposition,

  • and 12.2 million in 2011 as CPC’s candidate.

“When we were analysing the prospects of the merger, we knew Buhari’s base of 12.2 million votes gave us a significant head start,” he said. “Yes, CPC controlled just one state, the ACN had six, and the ANPP had three, but when we tallied the votes in 2015, the total came to 15.4 million. That means the merger only added 3.2 million votes to Buhari’s solid political foundation.”

He concluded, “Again, I do not wish to court controversy, but this was the most realistic and pragmatic path to victory at the time.”

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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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