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Storm In The PDP: Governors Warn Of Security Operatives Meddling In Party Affairs
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has expressed concern over alleged attempts by security agencies to infiltrate the party and stir division among its members.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking at the PDP National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja on Monday, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, who represented his colleagues, warned party leaders to resist any divisive schemes. Mohammed, who chaired the PDP Governors’ Forum meeting held in Zamfara on Saturday, said both the gathering and other party structures were focused on strengthening internal unity.
“We are learning from each other to deliver the dividends of democracy and avoid the shenanigans pervading the political space,” Mohammed said. “We have worked hard to make our party the choice of Nigerians by showing restraint, capacity, and unity. However, we have received credible information that some of our state-level leaders may be targeted by security agencies to create disaffection. We must remain united.”
He added that, through the intervention of governors and party elders, all outstanding congress disputes had been resolved, and necessary communications had been completed with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
PDP National Chairman Umar Damagum, in his remarks, praised the party’s resilience and focus despite the country’s political and economic challenges. He noted that Nigerians continue to view the PDP as the only credible alternative capable of restoring hope, equity, and justice.
“The confidence Nigerians have in us reflects the responsibility we carry as a party,” Damagum said. “From one convention to the next, the PDP has consistently demonstrated internal democracy, inclusivity, and collective decision-making.”
On the issue of women’s participation in politics, Damagum reiterated the PDP’s support for a proposed bill seeking to reserve seats for women in the National Assembly. He maintained that no political party has empowered women more than the PDP, urging delegates to ensure greater female representation during the party’s national convention in November.
“Women have always been the backbone of this party, mobilising support, defending the vote, and standing firm when it matters most,” Damagum said. “Inclusivity remains central to our values.”
The 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) began nationwide on Thursday, with over 2.2 million candidates expected to participate across accredited centres.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The exam, conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), will run from April 16 to April 22 in multiple daily sessions.
JAMB Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, urged examination officials to remain highly committed and professional, noting that the success of the exercise depends largely on their dedication.
He gave the charge during a virtual final briefing for technical officers ahead of the examination, where he also praised staff, ad hoc personnel, service providers, and technical advisers for their roles in the successful conduct of the mock exam.
Oloyede said many of the issues recorded during the mock exercise were due to poor assessment of centres by some technical officials.
He further stated that incentive packages would be awarded to teams that perform exceptionally, particularly in handling exam materials and submitting timely reports.
Reiterating JAMB’s zero-tolerance stance on malpractice, he warned candidates against bringing prohibited items into examination halls.
He also disclosed that biometric verification and real-time monitoring systems have been deployed to protect the integrity of the exercise.
Candidates whose biometrics cannot be verified, he added, will be rescheduled to write the exam at approved centres.
Meanwhile, a NAN correspondent monitoring proceedings at Aduvie International School, Jahi, reported that the first session scheduled for 8:30 a.m. began slightly behind schedule at about 8:40 a.m.
The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, on Thursday inspected security deployments at Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the FCT Police Command spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, the inspection is part of proactive measures to ensure a smooth, peaceful, and hitch-free conduct of the ongoing examinations.
The UTME is scheduled to run nationwide from April 16 to 18, 2026.
During the exercise, CP Sanusi assessed security arrangements put in place to safeguard candidates, examination officials, and CBT facilities.
He also engaged with centre supervisors, assuring them of adequate security presence throughout the examination period.
Adeh added that the CP reaffirmed the command’s commitment to maintaining law and order, warning that any attempt to disrupt the examinations would be met with decisive action in line with the law.
Over 700 former terrorists who have undergone deradicalisation and rehabilitation are set to be reintegrated into their communities.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Nigerian military has also dismissed reports alleging that beneficiaries of Operation Safe Corridor are being recruited into military institutions.
According to African Independent Television, the Coordinator of Operation Safe Corridor, Brigadier-General Yusuf Ali, made this known during a media tour of the Deradicalisation, Rehabilitation and Reintegration Centre in Gombe, North-East Nigeria.
He said many Nigerians still misunderstand the Federal Government’s structured counter-terrorism initiative, which is designed to restore peace in communities affected by insurgency.
Brigadier-General Ali explained that the programme focuses on rehabilitation and peaceful reintegration of repentant individuals into society.
During the tour, some of the participants also shared accounts of their involvement in offences that led to their admission into the programme.
The facility inspection was part of preparations for the graduation of over 700 clients who have completed the deradicalisation and rehabilitation process and are set for reintegration.
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