A chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Buba Galadima, has affirmed that the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, are in strong alignment and working closely together ahead of the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Addressing rumors of potential ideological differences, Galadima explained that because both leaders ran on separate platforms during the 2023 elections with distinct blueprints, the party is actively harmonizing minor grey areas to ensure a unified approach.

Key Highlights from Galadima’s Remarks:

• Constant Communication: Galadima noted that both leaders are in close and constant communication every minute, hour, and day to solidify their joint strategy.

• Unified Blueprint: He emphasized that they are building a unified policy framework rather than running a divided administration, describing the partnership as a “healing ticket” for the country.

• Confidence for 2027: Reiterating his optimism, Galadima stated that the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket is positioned to win the upcoming presidential poll, provided the electoral process remains free, fair, and transparent.

A chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Buba Galadima, has stated that only God and President Bola Tinubu can truly predict the outcome of the upcoming 2027 presidential election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking on Thursday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Galadima expressed deep reservations about the integrity of the electoral process ahead of the polls.

Key Highlights from Galadima’s Interview:

• Doubts Over Electoral Integrity: Galadima voiced strong concerns regarding political developments, alleging that opposition figures and supporters have faced targeted attacks in various regions, including Enugu, Benue State, and Kaduna State.

• Potential for Opposition Victory: He maintained that prominent opposition figures like Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso could secure victory if the election is conducted freely, fairly, and transparently, warning against the misuse of government machinery.

• The “Healing Ticket”: Emphasizing unity, Galadima described their coalition ticket as a unified “Nigerian government” aimed at restoring public confidence in governance rather than running a divided administration.

• Warnings to Electoral Officials: He cautioned against recruiting academics or officials who have allegedly declared support for specific candidates to serve in the election management process.

Super Eagles and Charlton Athletic goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo has set his sights firmly on matching and potentially surpassing the legendary legacy of former Nigeria No. 1 Vincent Enyeama.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking about his childhood inspirations, Okonkwo revealed that watching Enyeama during the FIFA World Cup left a lasting impact on him.

“Enyeama. I watched him at the World Cup growing up. He is like a legend and I aspire to be close to, or hopefully maybe one day better than, him,” Okonkwo shared.

The Legacy to Chase

Reaching Enyeama’s standard represents a massive milestone for any Nigerian goalkeeper:

• 101 International Caps: Enyeama is one of the very few centurions in Nigerian football history.

• World Cup Stardom: He represented the Super Eagles across three separate World Cup tournaments (2002, 2010, and 2014).

• Continental Glory: He was a cornerstone of the squad that lifted the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy in 2013.

Okonkwo’s Growing Profile

The 24-year-old goalkeeper has made a strong impression since switching his international allegiance to Nigeria, making his debut during the Unity Cup in May with clean sheets against both Zimbabwe and Jamaica. Currently plying his trade in the EFL Championship on loan at Charlton Athletic from Wrexham, Okonkwo has rejoined Éric Chelle’s Super Eagles squad for the ongoing 2027 AFCON qualifiers.