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“Karma Strikes PDP: APC Chieftain Points Fingers Inward, Not At Tinubu”.
A founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Osita Okechukwu, has urged elements of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to stop blaming President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the party’s current challenges and instead conduct introspection. He described the PDP’s turmoil as “Karma taken home.”....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Okechukwu, reacting to the ongoing crisis within the PDP, which has led to disputes and court battles over the Ibadan Convention, said the party is merely facing the consequences of its past actions. He recalled his warning from April 7, 2022, cautioning the PDP against abandoning the zoning convention that has been a cornerstone of Nigeria’s democratic stability since 1999.
He stated, “By discarding the zoning convention, the PDP has purchased a vehicle tagged ‘No Refund After Payment.’” Okechukwu explained that by violating its own constitution and the zoning principle, the PDP “shot itself in the foot” and jeopardized both its internal democracy and national unity.
The APC chieftain further argued that the party’s decision to abandon zoning effectively sidelined the Southern region, its traditional stronghold, while the APC maintained its commitment to zoning the presidency to the South. He described the PDP’s current implosion as a natural outcome of “cause and effect,” emphasizing that President Tinubu cannot be held responsible for the opposition’s self-inflicted wounds.
Okechukwu added that during the PDP’s internal crisis in 2022, Tinubu was preoccupied with resolving conflicts within his own party and played no part in breaching the zoning convention. He concluded that the violent violation of the zoning principle is the root cause of the PDP’s ongoing turmoil, stressing that neither Tinubu nor Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike is to blame.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has decorated 29 senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force following their recent promotions.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The officers comprise two Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs), 10 Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) and 17 Commissioners of Police (CPs).
The decoration ceremony took place on Tuesday at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
According to a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Iniedu, the IGP congratulated the officers, describing their promotions as recognition of their years of dedication, commitment and proven competence.
Disu noted that higher ranks come with greater responsibilities and accountability, urging the newly promoted officers to justify the confidence placed in them through exemplary leadership.
He also acknowledged the sacrifices and support of their families, which he said had contributed to their career progression.
The police chief charged the officers to uphold integrity, prioritise the welfare of their personnel and work towards strengthening public confidence in the Force.
He warned against corruption, abuse of office and indiscipline, stressing that they must demonstrate the highest standards of conduct.
Disu further urged the officers to mentor junior personnel and show genuine concern for the men and women serving under their command.
He emphasised that public trust could only be earned through fairness, respect for human rights and prompt attention to the needs of citizens.
As part of efforts to ensure accountability, the IGP directed each officer to submit a written plan within 90 days, outlining measurable targets for improving integrity, personnel welfare and public trust in their respective commands, departments, formations or offices.
He said he would personally review the plans and monitor their implementation.
Full List Of Newly Decorated Officers
The two newly decorated Deputy Inspectors-General of Police are:
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DIG Olaolu Adegbite
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DIG Morris Dankombo
The 10 Assistant Inspectors-General of Police are:
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AIG Omosanyin Olusegun
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AIG Ogbodo Ugobueze
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AIG Ohagwu Felix Ndukwe
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AIG Taylor Lennox Olanrewaju
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AIG Regina Cosmas Udoette
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AIG Afolabi Wilfred Olutokunbo
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AIG Nwogoh Martin, fdc
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AIG Shetima Jauro Mohammed
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AIG Ibrahim D. Gotan
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AIG Danjuma I. Yahaya
The 17 newly decorated Commissioners of Police are:
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CP Nache Bashir Liman
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CP Sirajo Lawal Salihu
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CP Ayeleye Adegboyega E.
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CP Isiaka O. Salau
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CP Usman Shaik Adamu
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CP Aminu Maiwada Garba
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CP Abdulkarim Musa Waziri
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CP Muhammad Yusuf Adamu
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CP Sani Adamu Nufawa
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CP Bello M. Adamu
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CP Okezie Chikezie C.
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CP Aminu Usman Gusau
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CP Abiodun Onuoha
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CP Salisu Bello Fago
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CP Adegoke A. Alani
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CP Wuwa Auwal Muhammad
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CP Benedict U. Agbo
The IGP also expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his continued support for the Nigeria Police Force.
He commended the Chairman and members of the Police Service Commission for conducting what he described as a credible, transparent and merit-based promotion exercise.
Disu urged the officers to wear their new ranks with pride and humility, reminding them that while rank is conferred, respect must be earned through their conduct.
Former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, has dismissed reports claiming that he is among prominent politicians in the state backing the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Lamido described the claim as false while reacting to a Facebook post quoting Vice-President Kashim Shettima as saying that influential political figures in Jigawa, including the former governor, were supporting the ruling party.
The post, shared by DCL Hausa, attributed the statement to Shettima.
However, Lamido questioned why he would support the APC in 2026 when he had refused to align with the party in 2014.
Responding to the post, the former governor wrote: “God is powerful. I was not with the APC in 2014, so why would I be with it now in 2026?”
He also suggested that he was not surprised by the claim because it came from a Kanuri man, describing the report as a lie.
Benue Government Denies Plot To Disrupt Peter Obi’s Visit
Meanwhile, the Benue State Government has denied allegations that it planned to disrupt the visit of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to the state on Wednesday.
The allegation was raised by the party’s governorship candidate in Benue, Professor Terhemba Shija.
Reacting in a statement on Tuesday, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Solomon Iorpev, described the claim as an attempt to create a disruption and subsequently blame the state government.
“It is speculation dressed up as fact, and it is meant to prepare the ground for a familiar script to stage a disruption, blame the government, and harvest sympathy. This is political content creation, not truth-telling,” he said.
Iorpev maintained that Benue remained open to all visitors, including politicians seeking votes, insisting that the government had no reason to prevent Obi from visiting the state.
He said Governor Hyacinth Alia was focused on rebuilding Benue, improving security and delivering development projects, adding that he would not jeopardise those efforts by allowing disorder.
The commissioner also cautioned the NDC against exploiting the Yelwata killings for political purposes.
According to him, the tragedy remained a painful experience for the state, and any condolence visit should not be turned into a publicity campaign.
Iorpev further stated that the government had put security measures in place to guarantee the safety of visitors and ensure peaceful engagements.
He urged the NDC to control its supporters and advised residents to continue with their normal activities.
“Security agencies will deal firmly with any criminal-minded person who attempts to cause disorder and disrupt the peace, whoever they work for,” he warned.
Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has criticised Senator Victor Umeh over his description of Igbo people who refuse to support Peter Obi’s presidential ambition as enemies of Ndigbo.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a post on his Instagram page, Edochie argued that Umeh’s comments could create division among the Igbo people.
The actor maintained that everyone should be free to make their political choices without being branded an enemy of their ethnic group because of their preferred candidate.
In his statement, Edochie said:
“Senator Victor Umeh, you are somebody I have a lot of respect for. It is wrong, sir. It is very wrong. You are creating division amongst Ndigbo. Allow people to vote for whoever they want to vote for. It does not make them enemies of Ndigbo.
“I have never seen any Westerner say that because someone supported Makinde or Tinubu, they are an enemy of the West. So why do you make that kind of statement? Why? Before election, you are an Igbo man. After election, you are still an Igbo man.”
Umeh had made the controversial remarks on November 7, 2026, during an event in Awka, Anambra State.
The senator reportedly argued that any Igbo person who failed to vote for Obi was acting against the interests of Ndigbo.
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