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2027 Shockwave: Why I Refused To Promote Atiku And Peter Obi Over Tinubu — Datti Baba-Ahmed
Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate Datti Baba-Ahmed has provided extensive clarifications regarding his controversial media remarks about the leadership capacity of prominent political figures ahead of the 2027 general elections. Addressing the public discourse following an interview with journalist Seun Okinbaloye, Baba-Ahmed explained that his assertions were structured around maintaining strict political equity and a level playing field rather than serving as a direct endorsement or disparagement of any individual contender.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Expounding on his rationale during a podcast appearance, Baba-Ahmed emphasized his commitment to fairness, noting that he sought to avoid giving President Bola Tinubu’s major challengers an unfair advantage. He remarked:
“In the way 2027 elections are, I will not disadvantage Uncle (Tinubu). I will not disadvantage him to unnecessarily promote Baba Atiku and Peter Obi and others, because we have to be fair in life, and that’s what I stand for.”
He further noted that the specific line of questioning regarding Peter Obi was introduced by the interviewer under pressure of time constraints, leading to a brief affirmative response that became isolated from his broader discussion on democratic principles and institutional equity.
Refuting narratives that he had severed ties with his former running mate, Baba-Ahmed affirmed that his foundational support for Peter Obi during the 2023 electoral cycle remains resolute. He recounted that political disagreements emerged as early as January 2024 over strategic planning and party alignments, specifically concerning Obi’s transition from the Labour Party to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Despite these divergent paths and his subsequent decision to join the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Baba-Ahmed maintained that his personal rapport with Obi remains intact, describing him as a respected political colleague.
Similarly, Baba-Ahmed addressed his relationship with former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, expressing profound personal deference and characterizing Atiku as a paternal figure in the nation’s political landscape.
Labour Party chieftain Abayomi Arabambi has instituted a legal action against the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) at the Federal High Court in Abuja, following the institution’s alleged failure to release the academic records of Nigerian Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In the originating motion filed on September 9 by his counsel, Anderson Asemota, Arabambi—represented alongside the Vice Chancellor as respondents—stated that his formal request for a Certified True Copy (CTC) of Obi’s 1984 Bachelor of Arts degree certificate in Philosophy (certificate number D000198) was ignored. He noted that the application, submitted under the Freedom of Information (FoI) Act, 2011 on August 6 following an initial letter, was neither granted nor formally declined with a written notice of refusal within the statutory timeframe prescribed by the law. Consequently, the suit seeks an order of mandamus to compel the university to fulfill its statutory duty by responding to his July 16 request.
Elder statesman and former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bamanga Tukur, passed away in Abuja on Saturday, just three days shy of his 91st birthday. Following his passing, funeral arrangements announced by his son, Awwal Tukur, indicate that his remains will be transported to Yola, Adamawa State, on Saturday evening. The final interment is scheduled for Sunday, September 13, following funeral prayers to be held at the Lamido Adamawa’s Palace in Yola at 10:00 a.m.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
These details were formally communicated through a press statement issued by Humwashi Wonosikou, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Ahmadu Fintiri. The late elder statesman is survived by two wives and 18 children, a family legacy that includes Awwal Tukur, who currently serves as the Secretary to the Adamawa State Government.
Former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom has challenged Governor Hyacinth Alia’s administration to account for approximately ₦1.2 trillion received from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) following the removal of the fuel subsidy. Speaking through his former media adviser Terver Akase during a press briefing in Makurdi, Ortom argued that despite these record inflows—which include allocations for the state’s 23 local government areas—the administration has failed to show commensurate infrastructural projects or government presence. He criticized government officials for avoiding transparency and resorting to propaganda instead of addressing public accountability.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a swift counter-statement, Governor Alia’s Chief Press Secretary, Sir Tersoo Kula, defended the administration’s track record, pointing out that increased revenue does not equate to infinite resources. Kula contrasted the current economic realities—such as soaring inflation, high construction costs, and security challenges—with Ortom’s tenure, noting that the previous administration frequently used a lack of funds as an excuse for poor performance.
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