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Political Earthquake! Datti Baba-Ahmed Breaks Silence With Surprise Appearance at Abure NEC
Confusion swept through the Labour Party (LP) on Monday following the unexpected presence of its 2023 vice‑presidential candidate, Dr. Yusuf Datti Baba‑Ahmed, at the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting convened by the Julius Abure‑led faction.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
This development came just days after Baba‑Ahmed also attended a meeting of a parallel faction loyal to Senator Nenadi Usman and former presidential candidate Peter Obi, fueling speculation about his political stance and long‑term intentions.
At the Abure‑led NEC session, however, Baba‑Ahmed reaffirmed his loyalty to the party and vowed to help bridge its widening rifts.
“I remain in the Labour Party because I believe in its mission. I am here as a loyal member, a peacemaker, and a reconciler,” he declared, stressing that the LP is “not a party to walk away from.”
Yet party insiders told The Guardian that his earlier appearance at the Usman‑led meeting has prompted suspicion in some quarters, with questions being raised about whether the former vice‑presidential candidate is hedging his bets amid rising political uncertainty.
Baba‑Ahmed, for his part, insisted that his participation in coalition talks stemmed from genuine concerns about national stability and security.
“We must not be led blindly into political arrangements,” he cautioned, earning nods from some attendees while drawing wary looks from others.
One senior party figure, who requested anonymity, remarked:
“There’s nothing wrong with Datti trying to unite us, but fraternising with two rival factions will inevitably raise doubts. He needs to be completely transparent.”
Another top official warned:
“The Constitution is clear—you cannot belong to two political families at the same time. Even the Bible says you cannot be hot and cold together.”
The uncertainty has also reignited questions about the loyalty of other high‑profile members, including FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe. “She would be in the best position to confirm whether she still stands with the party,” one LP leader noted.
Although Peter Obi has not publicly commented on the proposed mega‑coalition to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s administration, Baba‑Ahmed assured the NEC that Obi remains firmly within the Labour Party.
Speaking passionately, he said:
“I stand before you not just as a member but as a loyal son of this great movement, firm in my conviction that the Labour Party is not one to abandon.
“Our journey has been historic. In the 2023 general elections, we recorded over 10 million votes—a milestone unmatched by any third force in Nigeria’s political history. Though post‑election outcomes reduced those figures, they still reflect the voice of Nigerians yearning for change.
“What we face now is more than a political challenge—it is the grave threat of state capture, far worse than our internal divisions. Instead of the good governance promised after 2023, we’ve witnessed manipulation within government, across regions, and sadly, within parties themselves.
“Even so, I stand here as a peacemaker and a reconciler. Yes, I have joined discussions on building a broader coalition for Nigeria’s future. And let me be clear: when your neighbours invite you to discuss your community’s security, it is moral and right to attend. But when those talks drift away from your principles, it is equally right to return to your roots.
“That is exactly what I have done. I attended those meetings, I listened, and I returned—because my commitment to the Labour Party is unwavering. I will not sleepwalk into any political arrangement. I urge all our members to remain vigilant and ensure that no alliance or decision leads us away from our vision and values.
“History shows that coalitions have toppled governments, but what followed was often worse. Our focus must not only be on removing a government but on building the right one afterward.
“In the next three years, our duty is clear: we must put our house in order, stay united, learn from the past, and move forward with clarity and conviction.”
According to Nivo News, the General Overseer of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, has declared what he described as divine judgment on bandits and their alleged sponsors responsible for insecurity across parts of Nigeria.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking on Sunday at the church’s headquarters in Ota, Ogun State, during a sermon themed “Covenant Day of Vengeance,” Oyedepo stated that those behind killings, kidnappings, and violent attacks would face divine retribution. He further claimed that within the next seven days, consequences would begin to manifest against those he accused of fueling unrest in the country, assuring worshippers that the coming week would be marked by “testimonies of vengeance.”
He was quoted as saying that judgment had been pronounced on individuals responsible for such acts and their supporters, adding that the outcome he referenced would unfold within a week.
In a related remark during a recent midweek service, Oyedepo also acknowledged the presence of fraudsters within and outside religious spaces, warning that his identity and images were being exploited for fraudulent schemes. He urged members of his congregation to remain vigilant and committed to truth to avoid falling victim to scams involving impersonation.
He recounted a case where an individual allegedly posed as him in an attempt to defraud unsuspecting victims, noting that such incidents highlight the growing sophistication of fraudulent activities.
A political disagreement has emerged within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State following Governor Abdullahi Sule’s reported endorsement of Senator Aliyu Wadada as his preferred successor ahead of the 2027 governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to Nivo News, the move has sparked tension between the governor and his predecessor, Umar Tanko Al-Makura, who faulted the decision, describing it as premature and not properly consulted within party structures.
Al-Makura, a prominent figure in the state’s political landscape, expressed displeasure that he only became aware of the endorsement through media reports. He argued that the decision should have involved wider consultation, warning that such early endorsements could undermine internal party processes.
He further noted that the APC had not begun its formal nomination process, insisting that declaring support for a candidate at this stage was inappropriate and ahead of schedule.
The controversy was further heightened by former Inspector-General of Police, Muhammad Adamu, who is also aspiring for the APC governorship ticket. He rejected the endorsement, stating that no individual has the authority to impose a candidate, and reaffirmed his intention to contest in the party primaries.
In response, Governor Sule, through his media aide, defended the endorsement, stating that it was consistent with political traditions in the state. He referenced past succession arrangements, including Al-Makura’s own endorsement of him, arguing that the current process was in line with established practice but being conducted more transparently.
The governor’s camp clarified that Senator Wadada remains a preferred aspirant and not the party’s official candidate.
Senator Wadada, reacting to the development, called for calm among party members, describing the situation as part of normal political competition. He also downplayed tensions with other aspirants, noting that the contest should be seen as a democratic process.
Meanwhile, support for Adamu continues to grow in parts of Nasarawa South, where youths, women, and stakeholders have openly backed his ambition, alongside broader endorsements for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid.
Adamu, however, maintained that he remains firmly in the race, accusing some political actors of inconsistency in the unfolding succession dynamics.
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has described as unnecessary the denial issued by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) regarding an invitation allegedly extended to him for the groundbreaking ceremony of an ecumenical chapel at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to Nivo News, the Sultan’s media team maintained that an official invitation was duly sent to His Eminence requesting his attendance as Royal Father of the Day. The statement explained that the event also listed key dignitaries, including the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, as Distinguished Guest of Honour, and Senator Oluremi Tinubu as Mother of the Day.
The Sultan’s office emphasised that his participation in the proposed Christian event would promote interfaith harmony, noting his role as Co-Chairman of the Nigerian Inter-Religious Council (NIREC). It added that globally, religious leaders often engage in events outside their faith traditions as part of efforts to encourage unity and peaceful coexistence.
The response follows an earlier clarification from CAN, which denied issuing any invitation to the Sultan and stated that the document circulating in public was not from the association. CAN further explained that the communication in question originated from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and insisted that it had no involvement in inviting the Sultan to the event.
While acknowledging that the SGF’s office was linked to the invitation process, the Sultan’s media team expressed concern over CAN’s denial, describing it as unnecessary and capable of creating misunderstanding, especially since the Sultan did not request to attend the ceremony.
The statement also urged religious bodies to focus on messages that strengthen unity and promote peaceful coexistence among Nigerians of different faiths and ethnic backgrounds.
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