The new PDP chairman, Dr Kabiru Turaki, has promised to end impunity and ensure fairness in Nigeria’s main opposition party. He made this declaration on Saturday during his acceptance speech at the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention in Ibadan. Dr Turaki secured a decisive victory after polling 1,516 votes to defeat his closest rival,…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) may elect former Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, Dr. Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, as its next National Chairman following major developments at the ongoing elective convention in Ibadan. Lado Steps Down, Clears Path for Turaki A key contender for the position, Senator Yakubu Lado, formally announced his withdrawal from…
The PDP expulsion crisis intensified on Saturday. The Umar Damagun–led faction removed FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, ex-Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose, and eight other senior figures for alleged anti-party activities.The announcement came during the party’s Elective National Convention in Ibadan. It immediately sparked debates within the political community. Wike Among 10 Leaders Affected The PDP expulsion…
The PDP lawmaker, Daniel Amos, representing Jema’a/Sanga Federal Constituency in Kaduna State, has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement came during a large rally at Kafanchan Township Stadium. Additionally, APC leaders, including Senator Marshall Kaduna (Kaduna South), attended the event, welcoming Amos into the party. Reasons Behind Daniel Amos’ Defection In…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has petitioned Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun over a violent invasion of its National Secretariat in Abuja. The party claimed that the assault was led by suspended National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu and his supporters. PDP says invasion left staff injured In the petition, signed by National Chairman Umar…
Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday. He called his former party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), a “sinking ship” and said he switched parties to promote development. “The PDP has become a sinking ship. Joining the APC reflects the will of Bayelsans to move forward,” Diri said…
The PDP crisis has taken a dramatic new twist as a faction loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, suspended the Acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, and five other members of the National Working Committee (NWC). The decision, announced on Saturday in Abuja, further exposes the growing division threatening Nigeria’s main…
