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Ganduje absent as APC inaugurates Ondo gov screening panel
The ruling All Progressives Congress has sworn in a seven-man committee to oversee the screening of the 16 governorship aspirants who bought the N50m nomination forms to participate in the April 20 primary election in Ondo State.
The inauguration, which took place on Friday at the national headquarters of the APC in Abuja, had some members of the National Working Committee in attendance.
The party’s National Chairman, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje and the National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, were, however, absent at the oath-taking event administered by the Deputy National Organising Secretary of the APC, Nze Chidi Duru.
The screening committee is headed by a former Deputy Governor of Gombe State, Joshua Lidani, while a former member of the House of Representatives, Bimbo Daramola, was sworn in as his Secretary.
Other members of the committee include Pastor Jones Erue, Chief Second Bakor, Magaret Duru, Prof. Chukwudi Ledirick and Abdul Balogun.
All the officials were asked to take the oath together along with another five-man Screening Appeal Committee which has the senator representing Kogi Central, Oseni Yakubu, as the chairman.
Other members of the appeal committee include Emmanuel Ekeh, Pious Idele and Ibrahim Magaji Dosara.
Addressing journalists after the oath-taking ceremony, Duru explained that the screening of aspirants before every primary election is in line with the Constitution of the party.
He said, “You are chosen to partake in the exercise of the 16 aspirants who purchased the forms from Ondo State. We believe you will conduct it with due diligence, discipline and, also course, fairness that the work demands. Unfortunately, I don’t envy you because it was meant to be a two-day exercise. But an additional day was added to the Eid-el-Fitr holiday. So we had to compress the two days into one, which means that you will work round the clock to complete the exercise within the timeframe that we projected.
“We are also looking to basket each aspirant into certain categories to enable the work to be flawless and reasonably organised. It is also important to stress that the work of the Appeal Committee starts immediately after the screening concludes their own. We at the secretariat will also help the midwife with most of the things you require and hand them over to the Appeal Committee. Then you can go on with the clearance. The work is intertwined.
“If there is any request or support you need, we will be more willing to render such support. All the files of the aspirants will be made available for you to look at and scrutinise to make your point. I am happy to tell you that the committee at this point stands inaugurated and I wish you the very best of luck.”
Ganduje and Basiru were also absent from the oath-taking of a seven-man committee to oversee the screening of the 12 governorship aspirants who bought the N50m nomination forms to participate in the February 17 primary election in Edo State which took place in February.
Osun West APC leaders urge party to zone the 2026 governorship ticket to their district, citing justice, fairness, and strong electoral support
The Forum of Former Local Government Chairmen in Osun West Senatorial District has called on the All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership to zone the party’s 2026 governorship ticket to their district.
The appeal was made during a press conference at the Senatorial Secretariat of the APC in Iwo on Wednesday.
The group, comprising 41 ex-chairmen, argued that zoning the ticket to Osun West would promote justice, fairness, and equity, while also enhancing the party’s chances of reclaiming power from the current administration led by Governor Ademola Adeleke.
The Forum highlighted that Osun West has remained a stronghold for the APC, demonstrating this during the 2022 governorship election by delivering six out of ten local government victories in the district, despite the opposition candidate hailing from the same region.
Mukaila Oladejo, former chairman of Ayedaade Local Government, read the communiqué, which outlined the Forum’s key resolutions.
They expressed confidence that an APC candidate from Osun West would not only strengthen party unity but also guarantee victory in the 2026 elections.
The Forum commended the leadership of former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, who currently serves as the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, and the APC State Chairman, Sooko Tajudeen Lawal.
They praised their efforts in growing the party’s membership and fostering coordination, which has made the APC more attractive to Osun residents.
The Forum expressed confidence that with the APC’s growing popularity and unity, the party would reclaim power in Osun State by fielding a credible and dynamic candidate.
They also urged party leaders, including Chief Bisi Akande and the Osun State APC Elders Forum, to support their resolution.
As the 2026 elections approach, the APC in Osun State faces critical decisions that could determine its political future.
The EFCC has condemned Asue Ighodalo for obstructing the arrest of Jonathan Okunbor, a suspect linked to a N6 billion fraud, despite claims he was a witness in the Edo State election tribunal
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has strongly criticised Asue Ighodalo for preventing the arrest of Jonathan Okunbor, a key suspect in a N6 billion fraud investigation.
The EFCC issued a statement in response to a viral video showing Ighodalo and his team resisting Okunbor’s arrest, claiming that he was a witness in the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) election tribunal.
The EFCC, however, rejected the claims, asserting that Okunbor is not a witness in the election matter, but rather a prime suspect in a case involving the misappropriation of funds across all 18 local government areas of Edo State.
The Commission detailed that about N6 billion had been diverted to Kezmith Global Ventures, a company linked to Okunbor.
Despite the claims of Ighodalo’s team, the EFCC’s investigation revealed that Okunbor had been operating the venture using a false identity and had been attempting to evade capture.
EFCC officers were obstructed from performing their duties, but the Commission has affirmed its commitment to bring Okunbor to justice for his alleged involvement in the fraud.
The EFCC reassured the public that it will continue its investigation into the matter, stating that the agency will not be deterred by any claims of political affiliation or legal immunity.
Felix Morka reveals he has received over 400 threats, including explicit death threats, following Peter Obi’s allegations of endangering his life.
The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Felix Morka, has revealed that he has been subjected to over 400 threats, including 200 explicit death threats, following allegations made by Peter Obi that Morka’s remarks endangered Obi’s life.
In a Wednesday appearance on Arise News, Morka detailed the disturbing nature of the threats he had received, describing them as graphic and directed at both himself and his family. He stressed that these were not idle threats, but serious, chilling messages.
“These are not empty words,” Morka stated. “I have documented approximately 200 explicit death threats. People have detailed plans to shoot me, behead me, and carry out other horrific acts.
These threats extend to my family, and I will be forwarding them to law enforcement agencies for immediate action.”
Morka strongly denied any wrongdoing, refuting the allegations that he had issued threats against Obi. He labelled the claims as baseless and unfounded, clarifying that his initial comments had been misinterpreted and did not call for violence or incite harm.
“This entire situation has been blown out of proportion,” Morka said. “At no point did I threaten Peter Obi or suggest harm should come to him.
The individuals behind these threats are acting independently, and I have full confidence that the authorities will address this appropriately.”
The controversy erupted after Morka’s remarks during a Sunday interview, where he accused Obi of crossing a line in his criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
His statement that Obi “deserved whatever came his way” sparked outrage, with many critics accusing Morka of stoking political tension and inciting violence.
Morka’s defence comes amidst growing concerns over political rhetoric in Nigeria, with leaders from all sides calling for greater responsibility in speech and actions to avoid further escalation.
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