Politics
Lagos 2027: Ex-governorship candidate, Funso Doherty dumps ADC
The candidate of African Democratic Congress, ADC, in the 2023 governorship election in Lagos State, Funso Doherty, has announced his defection to the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC.
Doherty, who had earlier expressed interest in contesting the Lagos governorship election again in 2027, disclosed his decision in a statement issued on Thursday.
He explained that persistent divisions within the leadership of the ADC influenced his decision to leave the party.
According to him, the internal crisis within the party has weakened hopes that the party could serve as a united platform for opposition forces ahead of the 2027 elections.
Doherty stated that members of the party were now left with the option of either remaining in the ADC or pursuing their political ambitions through another platform.
“After due consultation, careful deliberation and prayerful reflection, I have joined the NDC. I am convinced that this is the path that will enable us to deliver the benefits of good governance to those to whom they are due, every citizen, without exception,” he said.
The development marks the second time Doherty has exited the ADC.
Following the 2023 governorship election, he had previously left the party for the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, after his outing in the poll.
He later returned to the ADC after some opposition figures adopted the party as a platform to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In the statement announcing his latest move, Doherty said recent developments within the ADC had resulted in a split among coalition leaders, with some aligning with the NDC while others chose to remain in the ADC.
“Most of us are aware of developments concerning the ADC that have collectively resulted in a division of the coalition with some leaders moving to the NDC and some remaining in the ADC,” he stated.
“We had hoped that ADC would be the vehicle that would unite the opposition. That is now clearly no longer the case.”
He added that after extensive consultations and reflection, he decided the NDC offered a better opportunity to pursue his political objectives and promote what he described as inclusive governance.
“The battle ahead remains formidable, but I invite you to join us on this exciting, though sometimes turbulent, journey to a brighter future that has been long-promised and that has so far proven elusive, but that is, by the Grace of God, now imminent,” he added.
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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has warned state governors against interfering in the politics of Rivers State.
Wike warned that governors interfering in the politics of Rivers State are looking for trouble.
He spoke in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital during a meeting of the rainbow coalition of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state.
According to Wike: “We met here last time and I said anybody from another state trying to destroy Rivers State, the person will have problems, did I not say so?
“Remember, when people were saying that they would do this in my state, I said if you put your hand you will get fire, did they get the fire or not? Are they well now?
“Those who think they can come here and do anything because they believe so much money Mr. President has made available to some states, be careful, trouble is on the way to your state.
“We don’t make trouble we are peaceful people but when you come here to put your hand, anything you see just take it.
“All other states are fighting, whether in PDP conflict, whether in APC wahalla, we are here jubilating, does that not tell us something? Don’t touch where God has blessed his people.”
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Politics
2027: Nenadi Usman-led Labour Party faction picks Chibuzo Okereke as presidential candidate
The Labour Party, led by Nenadi Usman, has formally presented Dr. Chibuzo Okereke as its presidential candidate for the 2027 presidential election.
He emerged following a broad-based consensus among party members and stakeholders, which was affirmed in Abuja on May 30, 2026.
The LP said Okereke has built an impressive reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading voices on public policy, legislative governance, and institutional development.
Dr. Okereke is the President of ERGAF-AFRICA Legislative Governance Innovation and Policy Hub, a foremost policy and legislative research institution, and serves as a legislative consultant to key committees and ranking members of the National Assembly.
He is also a resident lecturer in the Department of Public Policy and Administration at Miva Open University, Abuja, where he contributes to the development of the next generation of public sector leaders and policy professionals.
Okereke holds a PhD in Legislative Governance Studies and master’s degrees in Public Administration and Legislative Studies.
His expertise in governance, public accountability, and national development has made him a respected analyst and commentator on major national and international media platforms
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By Luminous Jannamike, ABUJA
Political thugs, wielding sticks and other dangerous weapons, on Saturday, invaded the A-Class Event Centre, venue of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, ‘National Convention’ being conducted by the party’s interim National Working Committee led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki.
The thugs disrupted proceedings, forcing the programme to a halt.
Vanguard reports that party members and journalists were harassed and assaulted during the attack, while several mobile phones and other valuables were reportedly stolen.
The violence caused panic at the venue and brought the convention activities to an abrupt end as participants fled for safety.
Jonathan ratified as presidential candidate
Recall that the faction had fixed Saturday, today, for the special convention to ratify former President Goodluck Jonathan as its presidential candidate. Venue was the A-Class Park and Event Centre in Abuja.
However, the Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, issued a directive mandating owners of hotels, event centres and other public facilities to deal only with the leadership of political parties recognised by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.
And, this morning, the party changed the venue of the convention, as the Police blocked the roads leading to A-Class Park and Event Centre.
Party officials told newsmen that they had moved the venue to somewhere in Area 10 of the FCT.
It was at that venue, which turned out to be a private residence, that Prof. Jerry Gana received the Certificate of Return on behalf of Jonathan.
After the presentation, the party leaders, delegates, former ministers, state officials, and supporters moved back to the A-Class Park and Event Centre initial venue for further convention ceremonies.
It was at that point the political thugs invaded, assaulted and stole from the party member and journalists covering the event.
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