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APC: Buhari Rejects Moves To Drop Adamu As Consensus National Chair

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The effort of some governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to persuade President Muhammadu Buhari to drop Senator Abdullahi Adamu as the consensus candidate for the national chairmanship position of the party failed on Tuesday.

The Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) and Governor of Kebbi State, Alhaji Atiku Bagudu, yesterday led some APC governors to the Presidential Villa in Abuja before the president left Abuja for Nairobi, Kenya.

The APC governors at the meeting with the president included Kayode Fayemi (Ekiti), Aminu Masari (Katsina), Nasir El-Rufai (Kaduna), Abubakar Badaru (Jigawa), Yahaya Bello (Kogi), Hope Uzodinma (Imo), Gboyega Oyetola (Osun), Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), Sani Bello (Niger), Umar Ganduje (Kano), and the outgoing deputy governor of Anambra State, Nkem Okeke.

Daily Trust learnt that President Buhari turned down the suggestion from the governors to dump the federal lawmaker representing Nasarawa West Senatorial District in the National Assembly ahead of the March 26 national convention.

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Meanwhile, the PGF chairman has said the ruling party will not shift the March 26 convention date despite the change in the timetable for the 2023 general elections while fielding questions from State House reporters after the meeting with the president.

The timetable released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Saturday after the president signed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2022 into law last Friday has put political parties under pressure to meet the timeline set for primaries.

Bagudu said the governors met with the president to congratulate him for signing the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill 2022 and as well on the victory of the APC in some of the by-elections conducted over the weekend.

Asked if the governors discussed the possibility of postponing the planned national convention with the president, in order to merge it with the primaries because of the short space of time, he said the date of the convention has been sealed.

“Last week, we were in this hall, about 20 APC governors, and this question came up and we clearly said we came to discuss the national convention, which is slated for March 26 and are working hard to ensure that on March 26, we have our convention and elect our national officers and that remains the case,” he said.

In the meantime, Daily Trust reports that the APC governors would on Tuesday night discuss the agitation over zoning after the South East APC leaders protested the swapping of the office of the national secretary to South West.

Meanwhile, some stakeholders of the APC have rejected Adamu. Addressing a press conference on Tuesday in Abuja, the APC national stakeholders led by Audu Aliyu, said they would resist any form of imposition in the party. 

Aliyu said the stakeholders would not accept any handover of the party to “people who don’t share our ideals because they are of the PDP stock.” 

Reacting, Adamu, has said he is eminently qualified to be the national chairman of the ruling APC. 

The lawmaker who spoke through one of his aides, Ambassador Samuel Jimba, specifically said the claim by the APC national stakeholders led by Aliyu Audu that he was not qualified to chair the affairs of the ruling party was laughable.

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CNPP urges opposition to unite against Tinubu’s second term

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CNPP urges opposition to unite against Tinubu’s second term

The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has sounded a warning over the fractured state of Nigeria’s opposition parties, cautioning that their lack of unity could allow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s All Progressives Congress (APC) to retain power in the 2027 general elections.

In a statement issued by Comrade James Ezema, the CNPP’s Deputy National Publicity Secretary, the organization expressed fears that Nigeria may drift towards a one-party state if opposition parties fail to align their efforts.

“The opposition parties are currently working at cross-purposes, scheming to undo each other ahead of the 2027 presidential election,” Ezema said. “This lack of unity and focus is detrimental to the democratic process and the future of Nigeria.”

The CNPP also advocated for a rotational presidency, emphasizing the need for each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones to have a constitutionally guaranteed turn at the presidency. The group believes such a system would promote fairness and ensure stability.

“The presidency must rotate between the northern and southern regions to ensure equitable representation,” Ezema stated. “This is crucial for the long-term stability of our nation.”

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The CNPP underscored the importance of unity among opposition parties if they hope to challenge the APC effectively. “The opposition that can win the 2027 presidential election must be united, strong, focused, purposeful, and daring,” Ezema stressed.

“They must demonstrate a commitment greater than what the APC displayed in 2014.” he noted.

Ezema further described the APC as “a very hard nut for the opposition to crack,” warning that a divided opposition would make the ruling party’s victory inevitable.

While acknowledging President Tinubu’s New Year message, the CNPP urged the President to go beyond rhetoric. “Words alone are not enough. The President must take concrete steps to address the pressing issues facing the nation,” Ezema said

The CNPP called on opposition parties to bury their differences and form a united front to safeguard Nigeria’s democracy. “Unity is not just desirable; it is essential,” Ezema concluded.

As the 2027 elections draw closer, the CNPP’s statement serves as a stark reminder of the stakes involved and the urgent need for political cohesion among opposition parties.

 

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2027: Kwankwaso slams northern elders over choice of candidates

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2027: Kwankwaso slams northern elders over choice of candidates

The 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has again commented on the next presidential election, coming up in 2027.

The former Kano State Governor expressed his discontent with individuals which he said claimed to be Northern leaders, who interfere in the selection of candidates, especially for the presidency, under the guise of representing the region.

Kwakwanso made the remarks in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service. He stated that such actions cause division among the people, disrupt democracy, and, most importantly, lead to the election of unqualified leaders.

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He emphasized that the lessons from past elections should serve as a warning to these so-called leaders, urging them to steer clear of interfering in candidate selection and imposing their will on the people.

Kwankwaso also emphasized that Northern elders, particularly those from the Northwest, should refrain from displaying favouritism in the selection of candidates.

It will be recalled that some time ago, the former governor dismissed rumours of an agreement between himself and former presidential candidates Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi of the Labour Party, suggesting that each would serve a specific term in office.

Kwakwanso came fourth behind the eventual winner, President Bola Tinubu, Atiku and Obi, in the 2023 polls.

 

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APC diaspora rejects group’s ranking Tinubu among most corrupt leaders

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APC diaspora rejects group’s ranking Tinubu among most corrupt leaders

The former Secretary of the Committee of APC Diaspora Chairmen, Mr Ayoola Lawal has condemned the inclusion of President Bola Tinubu in the recent global corruption ranking by the Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP).

Lawal, the immediate past Chairman of the APC in Scandinavian countries in a statement on Saturday.

Questioned the basis and fairness of the ranking, which placed Tinubu amongst the world’s most corrupt leaders of 2024.

He described the ranking as “unjustified” and “lacking in merit,” emphasising that many of their allegations against Tinubu, cited as reasons for his inclusion, were historical and remained unproven.

According to him, Tinubu’s inclusion somewhat seems to be a mistake influenced by bias.

“It is utterly perplexing that the President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu is being ranked based on allegations that predate his presidency and are still to be substantiated in any court of law.

“The OCCRP’s decision to include him in such a ranking appears to be more about perception than proven factual evidence,” he said.

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Lawal argued that the ranking failed to consider Tinubu’s current leadership and policy initiatives, which he described as bold and focused on economic reforms.

While acknowledging that some of Tinubu’s policies have sparked public debate, Lawal maintained that these should not overshadow his efforts to address Nigeria’s pressing challenges.

“ One will expect the OCCRP to focus on leaders whose actions in office have been proven to undermine public trust through corruption.

“Targeting President Tinubu with historical and unresolved allegations not only undermines his leadership but also, casts Nigeria and Nigerians in a negative light on the global stage,” he said.

Lawal urged the OCCRP to provide clearer criteria for its rankings and to avoid what he described as “selective judgment” that could harm international perceptions of developing nations.

He urged Nigerians to remain focused on holding their leaders accountable through constructive dialogue and democratic processes, rather than relying on controversial rankings that could easily be seen via bias

.“True leadership accountability comes from within, through our institutions and collective voice as a people.

“We must not allow external assessments that lack convincing standards to define our narrative without critically examining their validity.

“I hope the OCCRP will respond to criticisms of its methodology and the inclusion of Tinubu in its 2024 rankings,” he added.

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