Chief Edwin Clark Declares Rivers Lawmakers’ Seats Vacant After Defection to APC
Chief Edwin Clark, Convener of the Pan Niger Delta Forum, has declared that Martins Amaewhule, the former Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, along with 27 other lawmakers, have forfeited their seats due to their defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Clark emphasized that their actions contravened constitutional provisions, effectively disqualifying them […]
APC Chieftain Eze Denies Claims of Rotimi Amaechi’s Regret Over Party Affiliation
In a recent statement from Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, a prominent figure within Nigeria’s All Progressives Congress (APC), has debunked circulating rumors suggesting that Chibuike Amaechi, former Minister of Transportation, regrets his association with the APC and might consider rejoining the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Eze dismissed these reports, labeling them as “baseless” fabrications spread by […]
APC Reveals Why Federal High Court Can’t Stop Rivers Council Poll
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, under the leadership of Chief Emeka Beke, has informed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) that a Federal High Court ruling will not prevent the scheduled local government elections on October 5, 2024. In a letter dated October 1, addressed to INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Beke […]
APC’s Rivers Congresses Halted by Court Order
A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has granted an order restraining the National Leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from conducting any congresses in the state. The order, issued by Justice Godwin O.Ollor, specifically bars the APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Umar-Ganduje, and the Secretary, Surajudeen Ajibola-Basiru, from conducting ward, local government, […]
Rivers Governor Fubara Denies Plan to Dump PDP Amid Crisis
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has categorically denied speculation that he plans to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) amid the lingering crisis between him and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. Fubara made the declaration while receiving a delegation of the PDP Board of Trustees, led by Senator Adolphus Wabara, at Government House in Port Harcourt […]
Rivers State High Court Nullifies APC Caretaker Committee Leadership, Reinstates Beke
In a decisive ruling, the Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt, presided over by Justice Sika Aprioku, has nullified the Caretaker Committee (CTC) of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Rivers State, led by Tony Okocha. This committee had been inaugurated by the National Working Committee (NWC) of the party, but the court’s decision […]
House of Reps Member, Olaide Akinremi Confirmed Dead
The House of Representatives has announced the passing of Honourable Musiliudeen Olaide Akinremi, popularly known as Jagaban, who represented the Ibadan North Federal Constituency in Oyo State. Akinremi, a two-term member of the House, died on Wednesday at the age of 51 after a brief illness. The news of Akinremi’s death was confirmed by a […]
Wike Looms as a Powerful Force,” Governor Fubara Advised to Tread Carefully
In the heart of Rivers State’s political crisis Nyesom Wike, the former governor of Rivers State and current FCT minister, emerges as a formidable but silent figure, likened to a “sleeping tiger” by analysts. Okanlawon Gaffar, a legal expert, sounded a clarion call, cautioning Governor Siminalayi Fubara against presuming victory over his predecessor. Gaffar emphasized […]
Rivers Court Rules 27 Lawmakers Remain PDP Members Despite Defection
In a significant legal decision, a Rivers State High Court has upheld the membership status of 27 lawmakers, affirming their allegiance to the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP). The ruling, delivered by Justice Okogbule Gbasam, dismisses claims of defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and maintains their affiliation with the PDP. The lawsuit, initiated by […]
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APC plotting to undermine judiciary – Atiku
The former Vice President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has cried out over a plot to undermine the nation’s judiciary and democracy. He has, however, called on Nigerians to be vigilant and put the international community on the alert. Atiku pointed out that since the conclusion of the presidential […]