Politics
PDP Governors Rebuke Wike for Threats of Crisis Over Rivers State Dispute

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum (PDP-GF) has sharply criticized Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), for his recent threats aimed at opposition governors involved in the Rivers State party leadership dispute. Wike, the former governor of Rivers State, had warned that any interference in the party’s affairs in Rivers State would result in political turmoil in the states of the offending governors.
In a statement issued by Emmanuel Agbo, Director General of the PDP-GF, the forum condemned Wike’s threats as “irresponsible” and detrimental to efforts aimed at fostering peace, collaboration, and respect among party leaders. This reaction followed Wike’s comments during a PDP Congress in Port Harcourt, where he vowed to create political instability for any governor who meddles in the Rivers State PDP affairs.
The PDP governors, gathered in Jalingo, Taraba State last week, reaffirmed their support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara in the ongoing leadership tussle within the Rivers State PDP chapter. Despite Wike’s threats, the forum emphasized that their stance on the Rivers State situation remains unchanged and that the National Working Committee (NWC) of the PDP will ensure Fubara receives all the privileges due to him as an elected governor of the party.
The statement from the PDP-GF highlighted their commitment to party unity and discipline, criticizing Wike for his “unbridled” statements which they argue undermine the party’s efforts to maintain peace and cohesion. The governors expressed disappointment that such divisive rhetoric is coming from a former member of the forum who benefited from the party’s supportive traditions.
The forum urged Wike to engage constructively with the PDP’s established mechanisms for conflict resolution, including the recently constituted disciplinary and reconciliation committees. They emphasized that dialogue and reconciliation are crucial for resolving internal conflicts and strengthening the party.
Furthermore, the PDP-GF called on national security agencies to take note of Wike’s threats, asserting that no individual is above the law. They stressed the importance of adhering to legal and party procedures to address grievances and avoid exacerbating tensions.
In summary, the PDP governors have made it clear that they remain steadfast in their support for Governor Fubara and are committed to working with the PDP NWC to ensure the unity and stability of the party, despite Wike’s provocative statements.
Politics
Lagos Assembly Crisis: ‘No plan to defect to Labour Party’ — Lawmakers

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have denied allegations of defecting from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Labour Party.
In a statement signed by Mr. Stephen Ogundipe, Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Strategy, and Security, the Assembly members refuted rumors circulating online, claiming that 25 members were planning to leave APC for an unnamed political party. A similar claim surfaced recently, suggesting that 27 members were considering joining the Labour Party due to leadership disputes within the Assembly.
Ogundipe stated that these claims had been unequivocally refuted, with members expressing their unwavering commitment to APC and their confidence in resolving internal issues through established party mechanisms.
“To avoid any confusion, no APC member of the Lagos State House of Assembly is considering defection. As true progressives, we acknowledge that challenges may arise, but we remain committed to addressing them through democratic and lawful processes,” he said.
He added that the party leadership is fully engaged, and any outstanding issues would be resolved amicably. Ogundipe urged the public to disregard the baseless reports designed to mislead and create unnecessary tension.
“We reaffirm our loyalty to the leader of our party and President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” Ogundipe concluded, emphasizing that the Lagos State House of Assembly would continue focusing on its legislative duties, enacting laws that promote the development of Lagos State.
Finally, he advised those spreading falsehoods to desist, reaffirming the Assembly’s dedication to its legislative mandate.
Politics
Atiku Abubakar Denies Plans to Leave PDP for New Political Party

The media office of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed reports suggesting that he is preparing to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for another political platform ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a statement released in Abuja on Saturday, Atiku’s camp described the rumors as baseless and misleading.
“We have observed that some news platforms are peddling unverified information that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is abandoning the Peoples Democratic Party,” the statement read.
The former vice president’s media team clarified that Atiku remains committed to the PDP and is actively working on forming a broad coalition to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027.
“Atiku is advocating a robust coalition that would accommodate all opposition parties – the PDP inclusive,” the statement added. “It is fallacious and unfounded to allege that the Waziri is jumping the PDP ship.”
The statement further emphasized that Atiku’s focus remains on uniting opposition forces to “rescue Nigeria from the grip of the APC.”
Atiku, who was the PDP’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has been vocal about the need for a strong opposition alliance to counter what he describes as the failures of the current administration.
The media office urged Nigerians to disregard speculations about Atiku’s defection, reaffirming that he remains a committed member of the PDP.
Politics
Anambra guber: Concerns over PDP aspirants’ inability to pick forms

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially adopted the indirect primary method for selecting its candidate for the November 8, 2025, Anambra governorship election. This decision was announced by the party’s National Secretary, Ajibola Bashiru, after a National Working Committee (NWC) meeting held at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja.
Bashiru stated that the decision aligns with the position of the Anambra State chapter of the APC. He also confirmed that the Abdullahi Ganduje-led NWC will meet with aspirants and stakeholders next Tuesday to finalize the modalities for the primary. Dismissing speculations that the party had already endorsed a preferred candidate, Bashiru emphasized that all seven aspirants remain in contention.
Meanwhile, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is facing concerns over its inability to attract aspirants for the Anambra governorship race. With the deadline for the sale of nomination forms fast approaching, no candidate has yet purchased the party’s N40 million expression of interest and nomination forms.
The PDP had recently expressed confidence in reclaiming Anambra, following a peaceful zonal congress in Enugu, where party leaders unanimously re-elected the Ali Odefa-led executive. However, reports indicate that high costs and internal crises within the party are discouraging aspirants.
With uncertainty surrounding the PDP, aspirants are now turning to alternative platforms such as the APC, Labour Party (LP), and the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) for their governorship ambitions.
As the election race intensifies, political observers will be watching to see how the PDP resolves its internal challenges and whether the APC’s chosen primary process will unify or divide its ranks.
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