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“NNPP Dumps Kwankwaso: ‘He’s Long Been Expelled’ Over Supreme Court Row”.
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has officially disassociated itself from former presidential candidate Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso following his claim that he facilitated a 2019 meeting between Governor Abba Yusuf and certain Supreme Court judges.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Over the weekend, the party clarified that Kwankwaso could not have acted on behalf of the NNPP at that time, noting that he was not a party member in 2019.
In a statement signed by NNPP National Secretary Oginni Olaposi Sunday, the party rejected any effort to link it to the controversy and urged the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to remove the NNPP’s name from petitions submitted to the Inspector-General of Police regarding the matter.
“We are setting the record straight. Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso was not a member of the NNPP in 2019 when he allegedly took Governor Abba Yusuf to meet some Supreme Court judges,” Oginni clarified.
The statement also noted that Kwankwaso joined the party shortly before the 2023 general elections, alongside other notable figures including Buba Galadima, Prof. Alkali, Senator Suleiman Hunkuyi, Prof. Hanga, and the current Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf.
Addressing claims of his role in founding the party, the NNPP emphasized that Kwankwaso was never among its founders.
“Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso was never one of the founding fathers of the NNPP. The authentic founder is Dr. Boniface Okechukwu Aniebonam,” the statement affirmed.
The party further accused Kwankwaso of attempting to seize control after joining, alleging that he unilaterally altered the party’s logo and colours to reflect his Kwankwasiyya political movement without approval from the founder or Board of Trustees.
“It is unfortunate that Senator Kwankwaso sought to convert the intellectual property of the NNPP founder for his personal use,” the statement said.
The NNPP also recalled internal disputes in which a Kwankwaso-aligned faction challenged the legitimacy of a convention that elected Dr. Agbo Gilbert Major as National Chairman and Comrade Oginni Olaposi Sunday as National Secretary—a case later dismissed by the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja.
Reiterating its position, the party confirmed that Kwankwaso is no longer a member, having been expelled shortly after the 2023 elections for “gross misconduct.”
“We hereby reaffirm the resolution of the National Working Committee that Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso is no longer a member of the NNPP. He was expelled shortly after the 2023 election for gross misconduct,” Oginni said, noting that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja is investigating related matters.
The party reaffirmed its recognised leadership structure: Dr. Boniface Okechukwu Aniebonam as Founder and Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Dr. Agbo Gilbert Major as National Chairman, and Comrade Oginni Olaposi Sunday as National Secretary.
“Senator Kwankwaso has long been expelled from the NNPP and should no longer be referred to as the National Leader of our party,” the statement concluded.
An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Senator Abubakar Yusuf, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will secure victory in the 2027 presidential election, despite what he described as the current government’s underwhelming performance.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, the former federal lawmaker argued that Tinubu’s re-election is likely because the opposition lacks unity and cannot mount a strong challenge.
He said he does not expect opposition politicians to come together in a way that could threaten the president’s chances.
According to him, “APC will win in 2027, not because President Tinubu has done well, but because there is no opposition. There is no challenge in the opposition. Individually, they are very credible, but as a team, I don’t see them working together. Tinubu will more likely win in the 2027 election.”
Yusuf added that the ruling party is not worried about the opposition due to its fragmented nature.
However, he cautioned President Tinubu against relying heavily on APC governors for electoral support, warning that many of them may not have strong grassroots popularity.
He also warned that internal disagreements within the party, especially over candidate selection, could trigger serious conflicts and weaken the APC if not properly handled.
“APC is not jittery because we don’t have a challenge. What we should worry about is an intra-party crisis. There may be implosions if care is not taken. If they insist on an automatic ticket, they will lose many members to other parties. There will be implosions if they refuse to allow free and fair elections,” he said.
Yusuf further advised the president not to overestimate the influence of some governors, adding that several of them are not widely popular among voters.
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has warned that several parts of the country may experience thunderstorms, strong winds, and possible disruptions to daily activities on Monday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to a weather update shared on Sunday via its official X handle, NiMet said the day is expected to begin with hot and sunny conditions in many areas before changing later.
In the North, morning heat is expected to give way to isolated thunderstorms later in the day, with places like Taraba likely to experience brief storms and gusty winds.
For the North-Central region, the agency predicted a warm and calm start, followed by possible thunderstorms and rainfall in some states, while others may experience strong winds. Affected areas may include Niger, Kwara, Benue, Kogi, Nasarawa, and the Federal Capital Territory.
In the South, more intense storm activity is expected as the day progresses, with states such as Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Enugu, Anambra, Rivers, and Delta likely to see rain, lightning, and possible disruption to outdoor activities.
NiMet advised residents to take precautions, including securing loose items that could be affected by strong winds and avoiding unnecessary travel during heavy rain due to reduced visibility and slippery roads.
It also warned against staying in flood-prone areas during rainfall and urged people to seek safe shelter during lightning activity.
Airlines were also advised to obtain regular weather updates from NiMet offices to ensure safe flight operations.
The Federal Government has approved a 30 per cent salary increase for non-academic staff in federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, in a move aimed at addressing long-standing welfare concerns in the education sector.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The decision is intended to improve the conditions of service for administrative and technical workers in higher institutions. It comes after years of agitation by unions over pay disparities, unpaid entitlements, and following a recent 40 per cent salary adjustment granted to academic staff.
The approval was contained in a letter dated March 30, 2026, signed by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa. It stated that the increase would be implemented through a consolidated allowance structure for non-teaching staff.
Relevant education agencies were directed to begin implementation based on guidelines attached to the memo.
However, the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has rejected the development, insisting that negotiations with the government are still ongoing and no final agreement has been reached.
Following a National Executive Council meeting in Abuja, the union dismissed reports suggesting a concluded deal, saying discussions were still in progress.
SSANU also expressed concern over a circulating letter on the salary adjustment, arguing that it does not reflect the outcome of negotiations so far.
The union maintained it would not accept any arrangement that does not follow due process and agreed terms, stressing the need for fairness in the negotiation process.
It also reiterated its earlier warning, giving the Federal Government until April 30, 2026, to conclude talks or risk an indefinite strike in collaboration with NASU.
Members were advised to remain alert and await further directives from the union leadership.
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