Kelechi Anosike, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Abia State, has declared that the faction loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike is the only legally recognized PDP. He dismissed the existence of other party factions, asserting that participating in any other group would be unproductive.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Political Positioning and 2027 Ambitions

• Sole Recognition: Anosike emphasized that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) only recognizes the PDP faction led by Nyesom Wike.

• Coalition Plans: Anosike claimed that his candidacy is supported by a coalition involving the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), and four other parties aiming to unseat Governor Alex Otti in 2027.

• Youth Support: He alleged that the current administration has neglected the youth, claiming that 75% of Abia’s young people are backing his candidacy.

• Divine Motivation: Addressing rumors of sponsorship, Anosike stated that his gubernatorial bid is guided by divine direction rather than the influence of political figures like former Governor Okezie Ikpeazu.

Criticism of the Otti Administration

• Call for Tolerance: Anosike urged Governor Otti to tolerate opposition and criticism, warning against the intimidation of those who speak against his administration.

• Performance Evaluation: The PDP candidate argued that Governor Otti’s focus on road construction is insufficient given the significantly higher monthly allocations—reportedly reaching ₦30 billion compared to the ₦3 billion received by past administrations—and insisted that the government should address broader economic hardships and poverty.

Troops from the Joint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI, successfully rescued 53 civilians after intercepting a roadblock set up by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists along the Buratai–Kamuya road in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Detection: The operation began at approximately 3:45 p.m. on June 24, when soldiers from the 135 Special Forces Battalion stationed at Echo 1, Dutse Kura, identified the terrorists using Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) surveillance.

• Engagement: A Quick Response Force was immediately deployed, leading to a gun battle as troops pursued the insurgents toward the Mangari–Dora area, forcing the terrorists to abandon their position.

• Successful Rescue: A total of 53 civilians—comprising 20 men, 28 women, and five children—were rescued, and troops recovered eight vehicles left behind by the fleeing insurgents.

• Outcome: Following the engagement, soldiers conducted clearance operations for 10 kilometres along the insurgents’ withdrawal route to ensure the highway was safe for transit.

• Safety: The rescued civilians and their vehicles were safely escorted to Buratai to continue their journeys, with military sources reporting no casualties or equipment losses during the operation.

According to military reports, this success highlights the ongoing commitment of Operation HADIN KAI to protect major highways and curb terrorist movement in the North-East. While the regional security situation remains calm, troops continue to maintain a high state of alert against unpredictable insurgent threats.

Reports indicate that at least 40 individuals previously identified as “repentant” Boko Haram insurgents have been shortlisted for the Nigerian Army’s 91st Regular Recruits Intake (RRI 91). These candidates were reportedly among the 3,740 former insurgents who were reintegrated into society by the Borno State government.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶