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No Rift With Oshiomhole, Edo APC United, Ready To Deliver 3.5 Million Votes For Tinubu – Tenebe
Jarret Tenebe, the re-elected Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, has expressed confidence that the party can mobilize around 3.5 million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a recent interview, Tenebe dismissed reports of a rift between him and former Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole, insisting that the APC in the state remains united.
He also defended the Federal Government’s economic and security policies, noting that while reforms may be challenging, they are necessary for long-term progress.
Addressing speculation about tensions within Edo APC ahead of the party’s congresses, Tenebe described the reports as unfounded, stressing that the party leadership fully supports Governor Monday Okpebholo.
“The leader of the party in Edo is Governor Monday Okpebholo. The suggestion that Senator Oshiomhole and I are not working together is false,” he told Vanguard.
Tenebe explained that the only disagreement with Oshiomhole occurred during the party primaries when he insisted on due process. “After the primaries, we campaigned together and have been working harmoniously since. There are no cracks in the party,” he said.
He added that the party would not replace what he described as a “winning team.” “We fought to ensure we produced a good governor. Now, our duty is to support him to succeed,” he said.
Regarding the upcoming party congress in Edo, Tenebe expressed confidence that it would proceed smoothly. He revealed that consultations had been concluded and he had received endorsements to continue as chairman. “Our relationship with Senator Oshiomhole remains cordial. He is a respected leader in the state,” Tenebe noted.
Responding to claims that some members were sidelined after the electoral victory, Tenebe rejected the allegations, emphasizing that politics is dynamic and all willing contributors should be welcomed.
He praised Governor Okpebholo for his reputation for inclusiveness, noting, “He was chosen because he is not controversial and has no entrenched political enemies. Governance must not be slowed by vendetta or political payback. Politics should not be about bitterness. After elections, we must move forward.”
On the 2027 presidential election, Tenebe insisted that the target of 3.5 million votes for Tinubu in Edo is achievable. “It is feasible. Edo has about three million registered voters, many residing outside the state. We are engaging them to return and exercise their civic rights,” he said.
He added that the APC is also attracting members from opposition parties. “Labour Party and PDP structures at the local level are showing interest in joining APC. The opposition is already weakened, and we aim to improve on our previous performance,” Tenebe said.
Addressing concerns that assisting supporters with logistics amounts to inducement, Tenebe rejected the claim. “Mobilising supporters is not vote buying. If people are registered in Edo and choose to return home to vote, that is their civic right,” he said.
He dismissed fears that opposition defections weaken democracy. “It is not the ruling party’s responsibility to sustain the opposition. The constitution guarantees freedom of association. People are free to join APC if they choose,” he said, adding, “Politics is about persuasion and performance. The opposition must make itself attractive.”
On economic hardships, Tenebe acknowledged the challenges Nigerians face but defended the administration’s reforms. “Economic hardship is real, but there are signs of improvement. Food prices are gradually stabilizing. The President inherited serious structural challenges, including insecurity that disrupted farming. Reforms are painful but necessary,” he said.
He stressed that Nigeria’s security issues predate the current government, but noted that the administration is addressing them directly. “The government is strengthening security architecture and restoring confidence,” Tenebe said.
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a historic breakthrough with the emergence of its first female pilot, Superintendent of Customs Nafisat Balogun, who recently earned a commercial multi-engine pilot licence in the United States.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The achievement was celebrated by the Nigeria Customs Technical Hangar Service, marking a significant step in the agency’s drive to strengthen its aviation capacity for surveillance, logistics, and anti-smuggling operations.
At a ceremony attended by senior officers, the Managing Director of the Customs Technical Hangar Service, retired Comptroller of Customs Capt. Kuhi Mbaya, described the development as a landmark moment for the service.
He said Balogun’s transition from cabin crew to certified commercial pilot represents a major breakthrough for the Customs aviation unit and highlights the agency’s commitment to professional growth and inclusivity.
He added that the milestone reflects expanding opportunities within the Service as it continues to integrate air assets into its enforcement and border monitoring operations.
Balogun expressed gratitude for the support she received, noting that her journey required dedication and resilience, while pledging to apply her new skills in advancing the Customs mandate with professionalism and discipline.
The development has been widely described within the Service as an inspiration for greater female participation in technical and specialised roles.
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Osun 2026: APC Candidate Oyebamiji Pledges Inclusive Governance For Non-Indigenes, Interest Groups.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has pledged to ensure inclusive governance by integrating non-indigenes and various interest groups if elected in the August 15, 2026 governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said his administration would operate a structured system that promotes participation and representation of all segments of society in governance.
The pledge was conveyed by a former lawmaker and ex-Special Adviser on Civic Engagement, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, after he represented the candidate at an engagement with members of the Arewa community in Ibokun, Obokun Local Government Area.
Oyintiloye said the plan is aimed at strengthening the link between government and grassroots communities, ensuring public policies reflect citizens’ real needs.
He added that all groups would be actively involved in both policy formulation and implementation to drive development in the state.
Oyebamiji also promised continued engagement with farmers, traders, artisans, and non-indigene communities as key stakeholders in governance.
Responding, leaders of the Arewa community commended past inclusion efforts and pledged support for the APC candidate ahead of the election.
Barely a year after its inauguration in Akwa Ibom State, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been plunged into a deep factional crisis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Multiple factions are now locked in a struggle for control of the party, leaving members uncertain about the legitimate leadership structure.
One faction is led by John Akpanudodehe, a former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while another is headed by the embattled state chairman, Dick Duke.
Although the leader of a third faction could not be immediately confirmed, findings indicate that another group also exists within the party.
Sources further suggest that the Akpanudodehe-led faction is seeking to remove the current chairman through a recently held congress that has sparked controversy.
In response, Dick Duke convened a stakeholders’ meeting over the weekend, where he rejected the legitimacy of the said congress.
He said the party had formally written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to distance itself from the exercise, citing a subsisting court order.
According to him, his tenure as state chairman is still valid until May, and any congress conducted before then would be unlawful.
Duke added that the party would only proceed with proper congresses after the expiration of his tenure and the resolution of legal issues, in line with due process.
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