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Aregbesola no longer member of APC, says ex-Osun commissioner

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Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola

Aregbesola no longer member of APC, says ex-Osun commissioner

The immediate past Osun State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mr Adebayo Adeleke, has said ex-Minister of Interior, Mr Rauf Aregbesola, is not a member of the All Progressives Congress.

Adeleke served as a commissioner in the cabinet of ex-governor Adegboyega Oyetola, currently serving as the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy.

He spoke at the Osun Central Senatorial meeting of the APC held in Osogbo, Osun State capital.

The APC chieftain said all serious party members in the state were aware that Aregbesola was not currently a member of the party.

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Speaking at the meeting attended by the APC National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, and other party bigwigs from the ten local government areas that made up the senatorial district, Adeleke insisted that the two ex-governors in Osun APC are Chief Bisi Akande and Oyetola.

Adeleke said, “They said in our party in Osun, we have two former governors, we have Chief Bisi Akande and ex-governor, Adegboyega Oyetola.

“Someone asked about ex-governor Rauf Aregbesola, and my response is that all members of the APC know that Aregbesola presently is not a member of our party.”

Aregbesola no longer member of APC, says ex-Osun commissioner

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PDP attacks Rivers APC Chair Okocha over call for Fubara impeachment

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Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara

PDP attacks Rivers APC Chair Okocha over call for Fubara impeachment

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Rivers Star chapter has slammed the Tony Okocha-led All Progressives Congress, APC, over the call for Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s resignation or impeachment.

Okocha, in a press conference on Monday, March 10 issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the governor to either resign or face impeachment.

Okocha accused the governor of mismanaging the state and alleged that Fubara’s administration had plunged the state into chaos.

He claimed that the Supreme Court, in its verdict, indicated that there is no functional government in Rivers State, citing multiple infractions by the governor, which he described as impeachable offenses.

Responding, PDP’s Publicity Secretary in Rivers State, Sydney Tambari Gbara, dismissed the ultimatum, saying Okocha is irrelevant.

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According to him, Okocha issued the 48-hour ultimatum “without giving any cogent reasons”, for the governor to resign or be impeached.

Gbara asserted that Okocha “is a character that has been known in Rivers State political scene as a man who speaks from the both sides of his mouth, makes derogatory or illogical utterances that are not always in line with current reality”.

The PDP claimed that nobody in Rivers State takes Tony Okocha’s “comment seriously anymore because of his past antecedents. He is irrelevant.”

“So therefore, this 48 hour ultimatum is obviously laughable and it is degrading our political landscape in Rivers State, bringing our state down as if we are mediocre and unserious people”.

Gbara, who accused Okocha of “trying to impress his pay master”, urged Nigerians, particularly Rivers people, to disregard the ultimatum.

“Governor Fubara is on top of the situation in Rivers State and he is busy commissioning projects. He has no time to listen to characters like Tony Okocha”

PDP attacks Rivers APC Chair Okocha over call for Fubara impeachment

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I’m still in APC — Fayemi

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Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi

I’m still in APC — Fayemi

Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has dismissed reports suggesting that he has left the All Progressives Congress (APC), reaffirming his commitment to the party.

In a statement titled ‘Nothing Has Changed’, Fayemi clarified that he remains a founding member of the APC and has not defected, contrary to circulating media reports.

Reacting via his X (formerly Twitter) platform, Fayemi stated: “My attention has been drawn to a story circulating on several online platforms regarding my defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC).

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“As I have had cause to state in the past, I am a card-carrying foundation member of the APC, and this position has not changed.”

He, however, emphasized his continuous advocacy for greater internal democracy and inclusion within the ruling party.

“While I have been at the vanguard of the demand for greater internal democracy and inclusion in the ruling party, I believe it is still not too late for our party to change course and move towards greater inclusion and internal democracy,” he added.

Fayemi’s remarks come amid speculation about internal rifts within the APC, but his statement reinforces his commitment to the party’s progress.

I’m still in APC — Fayemi

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El-Rufai has strengthened our ranks – SDP chairman

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Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna state

El-Rufai has strengthened our ranks – SDP chairman

The National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Shehu Musa Gaban, has confirmed that former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has officially joined the party.

Gaban described El-Rufai’s defection as a historic moment, emphasizing that it underscores SDP’s growing influence as a party committed to progressive governance, national development, and democracy.

“Today marks a historic moment as former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, officially joins the Social Democratic Party (SDP)!” Gaban announced.

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According to him, El-Rufai’s entrance has strengthened the party’s ranks and reinforced its position as a formidable political force in Nigeria.

“As a man known for bold reforms, governance excellence, and national impact, his presence will further energize our movement and inspire more Nigerians to join us in building a better future,” Gaban added.

Reaffirming the SDP’s commitment to integrity, vision, and transformation, the chairman urged Nigerians to align with the party, stating:

“SDP is the party that truly puts the people first. We welcome El-Rufai and encourage all well-meaning Nigerians to join the movement. The future is SDP!”

El-Rufai has strengthened our ranks – SDP chairman

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