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Yilwatda Dismisses APC Primary Outrage, Declares Tinubu Fully Satisfied.
The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has expressed confidence in the party’s ability to address and resolve internal disagreements arising from the ongoing primary elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Yilwatda made the remarks amid controversies trailing the APC primaries in several states across the country.
Speaking with journalists after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu in Lagos on Wednesday, the APC chairman described the current primaries as the most competitive in Nigeria’s political history, attributing the development to the party’s growing popularity nationwide.
He commended President Tinubu and party members for their support and maintained that the primaries had been largely peaceful, organised and free from major rancour.
“I also want to thank our supporters for the disciplined approach they’ve given these processes. It’s near rancour-free, very organised, with little complaints. It’s usual for people to complain in election processes, but it’s near perfect,” he said.
Addressing disputes surrounding consensus arrangements in some states, Yilwatda explained that the party’s guidelines clearly spell out the process to follow whenever consensus fails.
“Our guidelines on consensus are clear. Our guidelines on direct primaries are also clear. Where consensus doesn’t work, you go for direct primaries. That’s what people are doing across the states,” he stated.
The APC chairman acknowledged that some members might feel dissatisfied after the primaries but insisted the party has established structures to resolve post-primary disputes.
“Definitely, we’re going to have some aggrieved party members after this primary election. We have an internal conflict resolution mechanism that has prevailed over a period.
“We have the Presidential Conflict Resolution Committee. We have the Party Conflict Resolution Committee. The party itself has been working to reduce crisis, we manage people as much as we can,” he added.
Yilwatda further disclosed that President Tinubu expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the primaries and the strategies deployed by the party across the country.
“The President was very impressed with the logistics we deployed across the country, the tactics we’ve used. He has also been very impressed with the reduced number of incidents that we have across the country. He’s happy with what we’re doing,” he said.
According to him, the nationwide implementation of direct primaries marks a major milestone in the party’s organisational growth, adding that the exercise demonstrated improved coordination and discipline among members, which helped minimise conflicts during the process.
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BALLOT BATTLEGROUND: Ceferin Refuses FIFA Throne But Sends Shocks Waves Through World Football Qith Blistering Warning To Infantino!.
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin has dismissed speculation that he intends to run for the FIFA presidency, stating that he is fully committed to his current role. However, he warned that incumbent FIFA leader Gianni Infantino could face a serious leadership challenge or be forced to step down ahead of the upcoming election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Ultimatum to Infantino: Ceferin warned that under-fire FIFA boss Gianni Infantino must either recognize a lack of backing from the wider football community or prepare to face an electoral challenger at the upcoming FIFA Congress in Morocco.
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Growing Opposition: Infantino has faced widespread backlash—including threats of a boycott from UEFA—following a controversial proposal to bring private investment into a company managing major tournaments like the World Cup.
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Potential Rivals: Figures such as CONCACAF president Victor Montagliani and Asian Football Confederation chief Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim al-Khalifa have been mentioned as prospective contenders if an election challenge materializes.
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TRANSFER BLOCKBUSTER: Saudi Giants Al Hilal Launch Eye-Watering €55m Bid For Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli!.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is set to hold high-level discussions with sporting director Deco to evaluate potential attacking additions before the summer transfer window slams shut. Flick’s comments follow a resounding 5-0 LaLiga victory over Elche, with the club actively scanning the market for a new forward.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Julian Alvarez’s Uncertain Future: Atletico Madrid are reportedly open to selling striker Julian Alvarez to Arsenal, having previously rejected interest from Barcelona and a massive £130m bid from Real Madrid. While Alvarez initially favored a move to Camp Nou, he has grown receptive to Arsenal’s project.
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Tensions at Atletico: The situation in Madrid appears strained after sections of the Atletico fanbase jeered Alvarez during their recent draw with Villarreal, with the player heading straight down the tunnel at the final whistle.
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Al Hilal’s Bid for Martinelli: According to journalist Gary Jacob, Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal has submitted a €55m offer for Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli ahead of the September 1 deadline. While the Gunners value the Brazilian closer to £60m, they remain open to his departure if a suitable bid arrives.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State has raised the alarm over an alleged conspiracy to manipulate upcoming elections, pointing fingers at FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) Vice Chancellor, Professor Princewill Chike.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement released by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Chizy Enyi, the ADC claimed that Professor Chike is an active member of the “Rainbow Coalition”—a political movement allegedly tied to the former Rivers governor.
Key Allegations Raised by the ADC:
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Political Imposition: Enyi alleged that Professor Chike was recommended and “imposed” on UNIPORT by Nyesom Wike.
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Public Association: The party pointed to a signpost at the university entrance bearing the VC’s picture and the caption “Academia Rainbow Coalition of the Renewed Hope” as proof of his alliance.
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INEC Returning Officer Fears: The ADC expressed strong concerns that the Vice Chancellor might populate upcoming electoral positions by nominating members of the coalition to serve as INEC returning officers.
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Direct Challenge: Enyi challenged Professor Chike to prove his neutrality when the appointment of returning officers begins, questioning his alleged partisan activities ahead of the polls.
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