A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed claims that the opposition party would support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The faction described the call by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, urging PDP members to back Tinubu’s second-term ambition as a “political anomaly.”

The party’s position was conveyed in a statement issued on Tuesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong.

The faction maintained that Wike’s directive was not intended for genuine PDP members, insisting that the party would not support the Tinubu-led administration.

“The news credited to Minister Nyesom Wike that PDP candidates should collapse their structures and support the re-election of President Bola Tinubu is nothing new, except for the fact that his message is not directed at real PDP members.

“The message is meant for persons who, like him, are pretenders in the opposition but are working for the governing party,” the statement said.

The faction further criticised what it described as the support of some opposition figures for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing them of putting personal interests ahead of the country’s democratic development.

“The true and principled members of the Peoples Democratic Party are not part of the shameless, self-serving support for the APC-led Federal Government and its destructive policies.

“The paramount duty of the opposition is to provide an alternative to the incumbent, not to massage their ego. If at all opposition parties are to have an alliance, it will be amongst themselves, not with the governing party.

“This political anomaly, styled and championed as a ‘rainbow coalition,’ is the greatest threat to electoral democracy and the fastest way of railroading the country into an electoral monarchy,” the statement added.

The faction also expressed confidence that the judiciary would resolve the ongoing leadership dispute in its favour.

It urged loyal party members to remain committed while awaiting the Court of Appeal’s judgment in the case.

“We urge all true and faithful members of the Peoples Democratic Party to remain steadfast as we await the judiciary’s decision, hopeful that it will return our party to its true owners. Our case at the Court of Appeal has been heard, and we await judgment. We know that the entire judiciary is conscious that justice delayed is justice denied,” Ememobong stated.

The faction further called on Nigerians to reject political leaders it considers insensitive and irresponsible in the 2027 general election.

It warned citizens against what it described as elite accommodation and state capture disguised as broad-based political cooperation, arguing that the next election would provide an opportunity to hold political leaders accountable.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Nigerian politicians to place national interest above party loyalty and sectional considerations, warning that ethnic, religious and regional divisions remain major obstacles to the country’s political development.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Jonathan made the appeal on Tuesday in Abuja during the fifth National Conference of the Forum of Former Deputy Governors of Nigeria. He emphasised the importance of national unity, stronger democratic institutions and effective governance.

Represented at the event by former Adamawa State Deputy Governor Bala Ngilari, the former president called on politicians to prioritise competence, integrity and inclusiveness in their efforts to advance national development.

“One major obstacle to Nigeria’s political development is division along ethnic, religious and regional lines. We must rise above these differences and promote politics founded on competence, integrity, inclusion and national interest,” he said.

“Nigeria must always be greater than any political party, individual or sectional interest.”

Jonathan, who previously served as deputy governor and governor of Bayelsa State before becoming vice-president and president, said his experience in public service had taught him the value of consultation, teamwork and strong institutions.

He urged former deputy governors to sustain cordial relationships with serving governors, mentor younger politicians and discourage political practices that deepen divisions within the country.

The former president also reminded former public office holders that political positions were temporary, but the decisions they made could have lasting consequences for future generations.

He called on them to help guide emerging political leaders towards integrity, accountability and responsible leadership.

Expressing optimism about Nigeria’s future, Jonathan highlighted the resilience and creativity of its people, particularly the younger generation. However, he stressed the need to provide young Nigerians with opportunities to work, innovate and achieve prosperity.

Meanwhile, former Kano State Governor and immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, urged Nigerians to embrace their diversity and strengthen their sense of national identity.

Ganduje traced Nigeria’s challenges with national integration to its colonial past, while acknowledging the contributions of First Republic politicians to the country’s independence struggle.

He noted that some nationalist leaders later adopted ethnic-based political positions, resulting in the emergence of political parties largely organised along ethnic lines after independence.

The former governor urged Nigerians to draw lessons from the country’s political history and use their diversity as a strength rather than allow it to fuel division.

Ganduje also expressed concern about the state of democratic institutions, including the judiciary, and questioned how meaningful judicial reforms could be achieved.

He criticised the lack of continuity between successive administrations, observing that disagreements between outgoing and incoming governors frequently led to the abandonment or reversal of ongoing projects.

According to him, such situations sometimes occurred even when both governors belonged to the same political party, undermining development and the delivery of essential public services.

He further called for greater recognition of deputy governors’ contributions to governance, insisting that they should not be viewed merely as replacements for state governors.

In his remarks, former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa said the widening gap between government policies and the everyday experiences of citizens had eroded public confidence.

Okowa maintained that nation-building required a social contract based on accountability, inclusion and shared responsibility.

He added that many Nigerians felt disconnected from the government because their expectations and aspirations were not being adequately addressed.

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The National Patron of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Solidarity Front (BATSOF), Ambassador Alhaji Aminu Majidadi, has promised to work assiduously to ensure that the group delivers 60 million votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the January 2027 presidential election.

Ambassador Majidadi made the pledge at his investiture as National Patron of the group in Abuja.
Speaking at the event, he said BATSOF has what it takes to penetrate the nooks and crannies of the country to mobilise massive votes for the President.

According to him, President Tinubu has performed creditably well and deserves another four years to continue his good work for the nation.

He noted that BATSOF is not a new group, having been in existence since 2002, adding that the group worked assiduously for the President when he was seeking re-election for a second term as Governor of Lagos State.

The National Patron commended President Tinubu for his achievements and reform programmes, stressing that his administration has laid a solid foundation for Nigeria’s prosperity.

He assured that he would deploy his wealth of experience and network to mobilise the group across the country to work round the clock to ensure overwhelming victory for President Tinubu in 2027.

CHIEF DAYO LAWAL DIRECTOR, MEDIA & PUBLICITY BATSOF- FCT 20/10/2026