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Ogun State Political Turmoil: PDP Demands Justice Amid Brutal Attack on Members by APC Thugs

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The Ogun State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly condemned the attack and violence unleashed on its members by the All Progressive Congress (APC) led Dapo Abiodun thugs at a court sitting.


In a press statement made by the PDP’s Chairman, Hon. Sikirulai Ogundele, the party’s members and stakeholders were brutalized while showing solidarity during a previous Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Isabo, Abeokuta.

The PDP chairman termed the violent attacks on members as barbaric and highly disturbing, while emphasizing that such an act is a disgrace to the judiciary, which is the last hope for the oppressed.

Ogundele denounced Governor Dapo Abiodun and his behavior, stating that the Governor’s lack of good governance standards had lowered the gateway state’s standards, which goes against years of excellence among other states.

The PDP and its governorship candidate, Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu are calling for justice from the election tribunal over the anomalies marred with the 2023 governorship elections in the state.
The PDP Chairman stated that the party had not asked for or promoted an attack on its chieftains and members’ brutalization.

Ogundele explained, one of the party’s chieftains, Otunba Segun Showunmi, a former governorship aspirant, was brutally attacked, beaten mercilessly and left with several degrees of injuries, and several members had to run for their lives.

The PDP Chairman termed Governor Dapo Abiodun jittery and suggested that he was using unlawful means to scuttle the peaceful tribunal proceedings due to his nefarious activities during the last governorship election.

Ogundele stated that no amount of violence or threats from thugs could stop the trial and justice demanded by the PDP and Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu over the fraudulent election and petitions before the election tribunal in the state.

The PDP called on all security agencies not to compromise in discharging their duties to prevent thuggery or attacks on its members, to have a level playing ground and enhance transparency in the ongoing election tribunal.

The PDP identified some known thugs like Mr. Titilayo Akibu, Mr. Taofeek Somoya, Mr. Akeem Bodunrin, and Mr. Koye Ijaduoye as the masterminds behind the brutal attack, urging the DSS and other security agencies to arrest them and tame them against further occurrence.

Ogundele called for the thugs to be invited for interrogation in an open conference to explain the reason behind the brutal attack on their members.

In conclusion, he stated that power is transient and that history will never be kind to a Chief Security Officer that fails in executing their duties.

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Ward Tour: Akeweje Flags Off Cash Support for Widows, Older People in Oro Ward 2

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•Says 800 widows and older people across Irepodun LGA will benefit

The aspirant for Irepodun Constituency in the forthcoming 2027 Kwara State House of Assembly election, Akeweje Olayinka Fafoluyi, has taken his ward tour to Oro Ward 2 in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, where he flagged off his N10,000 cash support initiative for widows and older people.Akeweje, who was warmly welcomed by stakeholders, APC faithful, and supporters, distributed N10,000 cash support each to about 50 widows and older people present, noting that the initiative would benefit 800 widows and older people across wards in Irepodun LGA.Speaking to stakeholders and APC faithful in Oro Ward 2, Akeweje first appreciated them for welcoming him to their midst, after which he unveiled his plans for Irepodun and urged them to support his ambition to represent the constituency at the Kwara State House of Assembly so that he can actualise the plans.“Our beloved Irepodun deserves quality representation and purposeful leadership that will facilitate development projects for our constituency, empower our hardworking youth and women, offer employment opportunities to our graduates, and support our older people, including widows.“All these are achievable under purposeful leadership. This is why I am seeking your full support to represent Irepodun at the Kwara State House of Assembly in 2027. Together, let us build a stronger and more united Irepodun where every ward and community has a voice and benefits from responsive and accountable representation,” Akeweje said.The stakeholders and party faithful present took turns to commend Akeweje for his vision for Irepodun Constituency. They also appreciated him for the cash support he offered to widows and older people in the ward and wished him success in the forthcoming APC State House of Assembly primaries.

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2027: Lagos Lawmaker Secures Apex Leaders’ Endorsement

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Ahead of the party primaries scheduled by the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 election, leaders in Eti-Osa, Lagos, have endorsed a lawmaker, Noheem Adams, as consensus the Lagos State House of Assembly.Adams, representing Eti-Osa Constituency 1, is the Majority Leader of the Lagos Assembly.In three different letters addressed to the APC Secretariat and leadership of the party in Lagos, the leaders and residents indicated their trust in the lawmaker’s ability to galvanise residents for success. They also affirmed what they described as his effective representation and loyalty to the party and people of his constituency.One of the letters dated March 26, 2026 and signed by 26 leaders including Engr. Murphy Adetoro (member, Governance Advisory Council) and Alhaji Raheem Alli, Apex Leader, Eti-Osa East LCDA, notified the party that Adams had been unanimously picked as the consensus candidate for the constituency.In the letter with the title: ‘Notification On Our Consensus Candidate In Eti-osa Constituency I’, the leaders said: “We, the combined body of the All Progressives Congress, Central Working Committee, (CWC) and Apex Leaders in Eti-Osa Constituency I, are pleased to notify you of our consensus candidate for the 2027 Lagos State House of Assembly elections in Eti-Osa Constituency I.”It is instructive that after careful deliberation and review of his performance in office, we have unanimously endorsed Hon. Noheem Babatunde Adams as our candidate.”The letter said Adams had demonstrated proven leadership and delivered visible results, “earning him the trust and admiration of our community.”His commitment to constituent engagement, responsive governance, and community development has made a tangible impact on our constituency. We are convinced that his re-election will consolidate our gains and drive further progress.”We urge the party leadership to ratify our consensus and ensure a smooth path for Hon. Adams’ candidature. This is important as we need a united front and enough planning time to prepare well for the elections of our president, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, and other elective positions.In another letter sent to the Lagos APC chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, 16 ward and LGA chairmen in Eti-Osa confirmed the decision of the Central Working Committee in Eti-Osa on the adoption of Adams as consensus candidate.”We are convinced that with Hon. Noheem Adams as standard bearer, APC shall secure a landslide victory across all elective positions in Eti-Osa Constituency 1 in 2027.”This is a project we have adopted as our own, and we pledge to deploy all structures, influence, and electoral machinery for its total success.Meanwhile, the Lekki Residents Association, through its President, Alhaji Sulyman Bello, and executive members, have promised to mobilise support for Noheem Adams.In another letter to the Lagos APC chairman, the association promised to ensure massive votes for the party because of their support for Adams, who had been a pillar of support to the residents.

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Zamfara APC Congress: Gov. Lawal Declares Strong Political Base Key to Government Strength

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Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has declared that the effectiveness of any administration is directly dependent on the strength and unity of its political foundation.The Governor made the statement on Saturday while participating in the All Progressives Congress (APC) state congress held at the Trade Fair ground in Gusau. According to a press release from his spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the event saw 745 delegates from 147 wards across the state’s 14 local government areas elect a new State Executive Committee via consensus.The process was overseen by a congress committee led by Kaduna State Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, who affirmed the newly elected Chairman and other party officials.In his remarks, Governor Lawal described the congress as both timely and strategic, calling it a defining moment for consolidating the party’s structures and strengthening internal democracy.“Today’s process—culminating in the election, affirmation, and swearing-in of new State Executives—is a critical exercise that reinforces the credibility, transparency, and legitimacy of our party at the grassroots and state levels,” Lawal said.He expressed gratitude to the national APC leadership for their guidance and specifically thanked the congress committee, led by Dr. Balarabe, for their professionalism and integrity.“Today is about renewing commitment to our party’s ideals: unity, discipline, inclusiveness, and service,” the Governor added. “We know a government’s strength depends on its political base. A united, disciplined party offers a solid platform for governance and growth.”Governor Lawal reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to reforms in security, agriculture, education, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic development. He expressed confidence that the newly elected leaders would serve with integrity and purpose, urging them to view their positions as a call to service, responsibility, and accountability.In his acceptance speech, the newly elected APC Chairman for Zamfara State, Hon. Kabiru Moyi B/Magaji, pledged to enhance internal democracy and foster unity within the party.

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