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APC Hits Jackpot, Rakes In Massive ₦4.45bn From Nomination Forms.

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has generated more than ₦4.45 billion from the sale of expression of interest and nomination forms ahead of the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The ruling party earned the revenue from two presidential aspirants, over 83 governorship aspirants spread across 28 states, alongside aspirants for the National Assembly and various state Houses of Assembly.

From the presidential race alone, the APC reportedly realised ₦200 million through the sale of forms to President Bola Tinubu and Stanley Osifo.

The party pegged governorship nomination forms at ₦50 million, Senate forms at ₦20 million, and House of Representatives forms at ₦10 million.

The massive income boost has significantly strengthened the APC’s financial base as preparations intensify for the elections, particularly at a time when opposition parties are still grappling with internal divisions.

Meanwhile, tensions within the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) escalated on Friday as its chairman and Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, moved to counter opposition against his leadership.

Uzodimma secured the backing of 18 out of 31 APC governors in a major show of confidence.

This followed reports that he had been removed from his position on Thursday, with alleged plans to replace him with Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah.

There were also indications that separate blocs within the forum were being championed by Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.

However, after a closed-door meeting in Abuja, 18 APC governors publicly reaffirmed their support for Uzodimma’s leadership.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris, speaking after the meeting, dismissed reports of crisis and formally moved a vote of confidence in Uzodimma and his deputy, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani.

Sani also rejected claims of division within the forum, insisting that APC governors remain united and fully committed to supporting President Bola Tinubu.

According to him, the governors’ forum is stronger than ever and focused on consolidating support for the party ahead of the elections.

Governors from several states, including Ondo, Kaduna, Sokoto, Ebonyi, Borno, Lagos, Kogi, Kano, Yobe, Kebbi, and Benue, attended the meeting. Taraba’s governor was briefly present, while Jigawa and Nasarawa were represented by their deputies.

Uzodimma also brushed aside speculation about disunity, saying the governors were united in ensuring Tinubu’s success in the coming elections and committed to improving governance and social interventions for Nigerians.

At the same time, the APC has commenced the screening of governorship, Senate, and House of Representatives aspirants ahead of its primaries.

The party scheduled House of Representatives primaries for May 15, Senate primaries for May 18, and governorship primaries for May 21, 2026.

To oversee the process, APC constituted two screening committees — one for incumbent governors seeking re-election and another for other governorship aspirants.

APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, is leading the committee screening incumbent governors, with National Secretary Senator Ajibola Basiru serving as secretary.

A separate panel chaired by Dr. Ben Nwoye, with Emeka Offor as secretary, was established to screen other governorship aspirants.

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Standing Her Ground: Why Activist Aisha Yesufu Refused To Compromise And Rejected A House Of Reps Run!.

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August 24, 2026

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  • Prominent human rights activist Aisha Yesufu has explained why she turned down a 2027 House of Representatives ticket offered by the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), stating that she refused to compromise her principles.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Speaking during an interview on Symfoni TV, Yesufu noted that the political offer came with unacceptable conditions that conflicted with her integrity.

    • Emphasizing that leadership should not be pursued by force, she asserted her refusal to sell out the country or make unfulfillable promises to attain political office.

    • Explaining her decision further, she stated, “I did not accept the House of Representatives ticket that was given to me because there were other people who were doing it on the issue of principle… We are not going to sell Nigeria. I don’t have to be president by force. We won’t make any promises that we will not fulfill.”

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Breaking the Chains: Governor Fubara Fires Back, Demands Rivers Be Freed From Politics And His ‘Oga’!.

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  • Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has urged the public to stop linking his administration’s actions and policies strictly to politics or his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, whom he described as his “oga.”....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Speaking during the inauguration of the Omademe road in Ikwerre Local Government Area, Governor Fubara revealed that his government uncovered ghost workers by thoroughly reviewing six-month bank statements to verify genuine salary recipients.

    • Highlighting the challenge of a bloated payroll, particularly referencing past issues in Emohua Local Government Area, the governor explained that a verification team was commissioned to handle the matter objectively and patiently.

    • While clarifying that he is not opposed to job creation, Fubara emphasized that employment must follow proper procedures and channels to ensure rightful candidates fill vacancies.

    • Concluding his remarks, the governor called for objectivity, stating that matters concerning Rivers State should not always be viewed through a political lens, and reaffirmed his backing of the payroll recommendations.

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The Ultimate Political Twist: Olubadan Drops Bombshell, Declares Tinubu ‘Not An APC Man’ And Deserves To Rule for A Long Time!.

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  • The Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rasheed Ladoja, has stated that President Bola Tinubu’s leadership should be judged beyond party lines, describing him as a leader for all citizens who has earned a prolonged tenure through his administration’s achievements.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Speaking on Monday during the groundbreaking ceremony for the dualisation of the Ibadan-Ijebu Road in Ogun State, the monarch clarified that the gathering was a platform to express gratitude to the President for endorsing the critical infrastructure project rather than a partisan rally.

    • Highlighting the security challenges associated with the route, Ladoja noted that the highway had previously been a hotspot for kidnappings, making its reconstruction vital for regional safety and economic connectivity.

    • Elaborating on his stance, the monarch remarked, “I’ve been hearing everybody talking APC, APC. Bola Tinubu is not an APC man, no. Bola Tinubu is working and deserves to be president for a long, long time… He’s not an APC president. He’s president of Nigeria.”

    • While maintaining that the event was non-partisan, Ladoja acknowledged that the President’s tangible delivery of projects could bolster the ruling party’s appeal, noting that opposition groups would need to present a genuinely viable alternative to win over voters.

    • The Olubadan concluded by expressing confidence that the electorate in Ibadan land will ultimately exercise their democratic choice based on performance when the time for elections arrives.

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