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UPDATED: Nigeria’s Former VP Atiku Abubakar Abruptly Exits PDP, What Next?

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The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has formally resigned his membership of the opposition party.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Atiku’s decision, which comes amid preparations for the 2027 polls, follows his open admission of involvement in forming a coalition platform, the Alliance Democratic Congress.

His resignation was contained in a letter dated Monday, July 14, 2025, and addressed to the Chairman of PDP, Jada 1 Ward, Jada Local Government Area of Adamawa State. A copy of the letter was later shared on X by his Special Assistant on Media, Abdul Rasheeth, on Wednesday.

In the letter, Atiku wrote:

“I am writing to formally resign my membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with immediate effect.
I sincerely appreciate the opportunities the party has given me. Serving two full terms as Vice President of Nigeria and twice as the party’s presidential candidate remain some of the most remarkable chapters of my life.
As one of the founding fathers of this great party, it is indeed painful to make this decision. However, I believe the current trajectory of the party no longer aligns with the principles we once shared. With irreconcilable differences now evident, I find it necessary to part ways.
I wish the party and its leadership well in the future, and I thank you once again for the support and trust over the years.”

The former Vice President lamented the deepening internal crises in the PDP, which he believes have diminished the party’s ability to compete effectively in upcoming elections.

Interestingly, his resignation comes after weeks of speculation about his political future. Earlier, Atiku’s media adviser, Paul Ibe, had dismissed reports of any defection, insisting that his principal remained a staunch and loyal PDP member.

At the time, Ibe described the rumours as “politically motivated falsehoods designed to mislead the public and create unnecessary confusion.”

He said in a statement:

“We ordinarily would not waste words on faceless social media platforms like the so‑called Adamawa Happenings. However, in response to inquiries from Nigerians and credible journalists, we must set the record straight:
His Excellency Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria and presidential candidate of the PDP, has not—repeat, has not—resigned from the PDP. He remains a steadfast, bonafide, and loyal member of the party.
The rumours are a calculated attempt by desperate political operatives to misinform the public and sow discord among millions of Nigerians who look up to Atiku Abubakar for direction and leadership.”

Atiku’s resignation letter has now confirmed what many had suspected, signaling a major shake‑up in the country’s opposition politics as the race to 2027 gathers momentum.

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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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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.

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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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