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Atiku’s Unstoppable Momentum: Secures Massive Lead Across 22 States And FCT.

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Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar is dominating the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primary, having won 22 out of the 24 states announced late Tuesday, as well as the Federal Capital Territory. As collation continues at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja, Atiku holds a massive lead over former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, who has secured only two states, and economist Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, who is yet to register a win.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Despite Atiku’s overwhelming lead, the exercise is overshadowed by protests from both Amaechi and Hayatu-Deen regarding the primary’s conduct. Their allegations raise questions about the primary’s credibility and may trigger fresh tensions within the opposition party as it focuses on the 2027 general election. However, the process continues, monitored by INEC officials and attended by prominent party leaders like National Chairman Senator David Mark.

Atiku has displayed immense strength across multiple regions, especially the North-East and North-West, securing landslide victories in states such as Gombe (136,933 votes), Kano (155,595 votes), and Adamawa (177,141 votes). He also won crucial states in the South, including Ekiti and Enugu.

Amaechi managed victories in Akwa Ibom and Ebonyi states, where Atiku finished second and third, respectively. Hayatu-Deen has consistently placed second or third in most results announced so far.

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Regional Breakdown: Atiku Sweeps 22 States, Controversy Clouds ADC Primary

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has achieved a clear lead in the ongoing ADC presidential primary, winning 22 states and the FCT, according to results announced late Tuesday. Collation continues in Abuja, attended by Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) monitors and top ADC officials, including National Chairman Senator David Mark. Atiku’s primary competitors, Rotimi Amaechi and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, trail significantly and have formally protested the conduct of the primary, casting doubt on the credibility of the exercise.

Atiku’s Dominance Across the North: Atiku secured massive victories throughout the Northern states. In Gombe, he received 136,933 votes compared to Amaechi’s 1,141 and Hayatu-Deen’s 455. He dominated Zamfara with 60,500 votes, Yobe with 44,841, Borno with 86,084, and Kebbi with 65,523. He also won heavily in Sokoto (63,823), Nasarawa (41,649), Niger (79,206), and Plateau (47,558). He secured significant margins in Adamawa (177,141) and Kano (155,595).

Wins in the South and Central Regions: Beyond the North, Atiku recorded strong showings. In the FCT, he polled 18,704 votes, leading Amaechi (14,721) and Hayatu-Deen (5,575). He won Ekiti with 18,395 votes, Enugu with 33,879 votes, Benue with 55,177 votes, and Abia with 25,153 votes. Additional victories came in Oyo (23,011), Anambra (58,566), Imo (52,222), Taraba (48,351), Ondo (18,287), Edo (17,729), and Osun (12,321).

Amaechi’s Limited Success: Former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi has won only two states among the initial results. He claimed victory in Akwa Ibom with 20,343 votes (where Atiku finished second with 17,623 and Hayatu-Deen third with 2,054). He also won in Ebonyi with 6,400 votes (where Hayatu-Deen placed second with 4,840 and Atiku third with 1,210).

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Tuesday Primary Update: Atiku Builds Dominant Lead, Collation Pauses Amid Protests

At the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja on Tuesday, officials announced results from 24 states in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primary election, revealing that Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has built a nearly insurmountable lead.

Evening Summary: By the time the collation committee paused for a break late Tuesday, Atiku had won 22 states and the FCT. His total votes in crucial states, especially his home state of Adamawa (177,141) and populous Kano (155,595), highlighted the gap between him and his competitors, Rotimi Amaechi and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen.

Competitor Performance: Before the pause, former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi had won two states: Akwa Ibom (20,343 votes) and Ebonyi (6,400 votes). Economists Mohammed Hayatu-Deen had yet to win any state among the results announced. Returning officers noted Hayatu-Deen’s strongest showing so far was in FCT where he secured 5,575 votes, and Ebonyi where he came second with 4,840.

Atmosphere and Oversight: Returning officers from across the country presented their results to the committee at the Abuja venue, which was filled with observers. Crucially, officials from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) were present throughout the day to monitor the exercise, which was also attended by the ADC National Chairman, Senator David Mark, and prominent party figures like Senator Tunde Ogbeha and former Sports Minister Solomon Dalung. Despite the smooth delivery of results, the process was clouded by protests from Amaechi and Hayatu-Deen over the election’s conduct, sparking concerns about internal party unity ahead of the 2027 general election.

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‘Even Obasanjo Calls Me An International Agent’ – Orji Kalu Speaks On Alleged CIA Link.

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The lawmaker representing Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Uzor Kalu, has denied allegations linking him to the United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Kalu made the clarification during an interview on Arise Television, where he was asked about his alleged connections with the CIA and Israel’s intelligence agency, Mossad.

The senator explained that his previous involvement in arms trading brought him into contact with both organisations, adding that they monitored his activities because of his business dealings.

He, however, insisted that knowing individuals within the agencies did not mean he worked for them or served as an intelligence operative.

He said, “Even if I know people there, I mean, I’m not working for them. I’m not an agent. Because I was trading in arms, I must know the two organisations very well. They were keeping an eye on me because I was selling arms.”

The former Abia State governor also dismissed suggestions that prominent personalities had described him as an international agent.

According to him, such descriptions do not define his identity, insisting that he knows who he is and makes efforts to maintain his relationships.

Kalu said, “Anybody can say anything. On some occasions, even President Obasanjo himself has called me an international agent. I mean, those things don’t remove anything from my skin because I know myself. I work hard to keep friendships.”

Mossad, officially known as the Institute for Intelligence and Special Operations, is Israel’s national intelligence agency.

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I Haven’t Had Sex In Seven Years’ – Lil Kesh Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian rapper Keshinro Ololade, popularly known as Lil Kesh, has cautioned women whose physical appearance could tempt him as he tries to maintain his decision to abstain from sexual activities.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made this known in a video shared on his Instagram page, where he spoke about his commitment to celibacy and his efforts to remain focused.

In the video, Lil Kesh specifically addressed women who regularly visit the gym, drawing attention to their body shapes and physical features, which he admitted he finds tempting.

He appealed to such women to tone down their seductive appearances and movements around him, explaining that he was determined to maintain his celibate lifestyle.

The rapper also disclosed that he had abstained from sex for seven years.

He said, “Hello, if you know you are a gym girly and your back is looking like this, please, I’m gonna need you to tone it down. I have been celibate for 7 years; I am trying to focus; don’t konjibait me.”

In a related development, Nigerian content creator Adebayo Ridwan, popularly known as Isbae U, has opened up about the difficult period he experienced following the controversy surrounding him in 2022.

During an interview with Morayo Afolabi Brown, Isbae U revealed that the backlash was so severe that he began questioning whether his career had come to an end.

He explained that the situation became particularly difficult because people who had previously supported and praised his work began making negative comments about him.

The skit maker also disclosed that he sought advice from fellow content creator Mr Macaroni during the period.

According to him, he asked whether the controversy marked the end of his career, as he was uncertain about what the future held following the backlash.

Isbae U recalled that the experience taught him how quickly public perception can change when someone becomes embroiled in controversy.

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Atiku Breaks Silence On Fuel Subsidy, Reveals His Position On Restoration.

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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has reiterated his commitment to restoring petrol subsidy if elected president in the 2027 general election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The former Vice-President made the pledge in a post shared on his X handle on Monday, alongside a campaign video outlining his position on the policy.

“My position stands! I will restore subsidy to make life easier and more affordable for Nigerians,” Atiku wrote.

The video compared petrol prices in Nigeria with those in other oil-producing countries, including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Libya, Iran and Venezuela, arguing that citizens in those nations pay significantly less for the product.

According to the video, Atiku’s proposed subsidy arrangement would apply only to petrol refined locally, excluding imported products. The policy would also remain in place until domestic refineries become self-sustaining.

Atiku was further quoted in the clip as saying, “My position has not changed and will not change. I will restore it.”

President Bola Tinubu announced the removal of the petrol subsidy during his inauguration speech in May 2023. His administration subsequently promised to channel the savings from the policy into infrastructure development and social services.

Atiku has made the reversal of the subsidy removal a major part of his 2027 campaign agenda. Other promises include reopening Nigeria’s land borders and addressing insecurity.

He reiterated these commitments during the ADC presidential campaign flag-off rally in Sokoto on November 4.

The former Vice-President secured the ADC presidential ticket in May, marking his seventh attempt to become Nigeria’s president.

However, the Federal High Court in Abuja nullified his candidacy on November 5, alongside decisions taken by the party’s David Mark-led leadership.

The ADC has since appealed the judgment and is seeking a stay of execution.

The presidential election is scheduled for January 16, 2027, while governorship and State House of Assembly elections are slated for February 6, 2027.

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