Former Vice President and 2027 presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has expressed profound sorrow over the death of veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs, who passed away at the age of 84 as announced by his son on Wednesday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a released statement, Atiku stated that Nigeria has lost far more than an exceptional actor, describing him as a cultural institution and one of the finest ambassadors of the nation’s creative spirit. He noted that Jacobs’ commanding presence, unmistakable voice, and dignity made him an integral part of the collective memory of generations of Nigerians. Furthermore, Atiku praised the late legend for laying the foundational blocks of the modern film industry long before Nollywood attained global prominence, while giving life to national stories and inspiring countless younger artists.

Concluding his tribute, Atiku extended his heartfelt condolences to Jacobs’ wife and lifelong partner, Joke Silva, their children, and the entire family, praying that God grants them strength during this painful time.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has officially declared its unwavering support for the Rainbow Coalition led by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, despite an ongoing rift between the minister and the party’s national governors. In a statement jointly signed by the State Chairman, Chief Tony Okocha, and Publicity Secretary, Hon. Chibike Ikenga, the party asserted that it will not bow to external pressures from groups outside its domain.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Rivers APC advised APC governors to step up efforts in building broad alliances, engaging diverse groups, and driving massive voter mobilization to secure robust support for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election. Emphasizing that “all politics is local,” the state chapter noted that election dynamics vary across federating units and cannot be governed by a uniform template.

Highlighting the success of similar collaborative arrangements during the 2023 elections, the party confirmed it is working closely with Wike, other political parties, and various interest groups to deliver massive votes for President Tinubu and coalition candidates in 2027. The statement concluded by reaffirming that Rivers State remains fully committed to the coalition, viewing it as a vital framework for protecting local interests and fostering regional development.

Ima Niboro, spokesperson for the APC Presidential Campaign Council, has called on FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and APC governors to put an end to their public bickering and instead concentrate on rallying voters for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign. Speaking on Wednesday during an appearance on Arise Television’s The Morning Show, Niboro characterized the rift between Wike and the governors as merely a sibling rivalry.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

This tension arose after Wike criticized APC governors following their rejection of his cross-party plan to mobilize support for Tinubu. Earlier, Progressive Governors’ Forum Chairman and Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, stated that ruling party governors would steer clear of political alliances that might divide loyalties or weaken the APC, opting instead to focus strictly on candidates running under the party’s platform at all levels. In response, Wike questioned Uzodimma’s political track record, emphasizing that his primary goal remains securing votes for Tinubu in 2027 rather than entangling himself in local electoral contests.

Weighing in on the dispute, Niboro advised both camps to tone down their public rhetoric and direct their energy toward fieldwork. He remarked, “When I said tone down the rhetoric, I do not mean stop working. Stop talking, go and work… Stop all this high-sounding grammar that they are blowing everywhere is not leading anybody anywhere. Go and work.” He urged them to build their political authority directly by connecting with people on the streets and in marketplaces.