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2027: ‘If Obi fails Nigerians, we’ll remove him’ — NDC Reps aspirants
By Luminous Jannamike
ABUJA — House of Representatives aspirants on the platform of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, on Friday warned that Peter Obi would be removed from office if elected president in 2027 and failed to meet Nigerians’ expectations.
The remarks came during a press conference in Abuja where NDC aspirants and members of the Coalition for the Protection of Democracy, COPDEM, outlined plans to build what they described as an accountable and people-oriented opposition platform ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The event followed the recent defection of Obi and former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, to the NDC amid ongoing opposition coalition talks.
Speaking during the briefing, Nnamdi Iroegbu, NDC aspirant for Aboh Mbaise/Ngor Okpala Federal Constituency of Imo State, said: “Every government must be held accountable, including a Peter Obi presidency. By the time he comes on board and fails to do the bidding of the Nigerian people, he will be disengaged.
“The 11th Assembly will definitely not be like the previous ones by the time Nigerians give us their mandate. So, I am begging Nigerians not to allow themselves to become willing tools in the hands of the oppressors.
“One thing is also certain. There will not be any breach in 2027. There will be no announcements of the results while we are sleeping. INEC should also realise that it is not an appendage of the government.”
Backing a possible Obi-Kwankwaso presidential ticket, Akor Christian Oche, National Youth Leader of COPDEM, described the alliance as a strong political combination.
He said: “Gladly, our consensus candidate, the one we are looking up to become the next president of Nigeria, Peter Obi, has joined the NDC. Obi didn’t just join; he came with Dr Rabiu Kwankwaso and the entire Kwankwasiyya Movement. This is a good combination for Nigerians.
“The division has been established long ago by the political class. They have divided us along religious and ethnic lines. But this coalition of the O-K Movement, a marriage between the North and South, is indeed a welcome development.”
The conference, themed “Rescue Nigeria: Consolidating Hope, Building a New Beginning,” focused on economic hardship, insecurity, unemployment, and governance concerns.
According to Gambari Ismaila, aspirant for Bwari Constituency in the Federal Capital Territory, “This is a national awakening. This is the moment we draw a line in the sand and declare that enough is enough.
“Our hope is not dead. It is alive, angry, and rising like a mighty tide ready to sweep away failure and mediocrity.
“We reject a democracy that only comes alive every four years to produce the same pain and disappointment.
“We are building a movement, a massive, unstoppable national movement, that cuts across ethnicity, religion and region. A movement powered by justice, equity, security and shared prosperity.”
He also paid tribute to Henry Seriake Dickson, founder and National Leader of the NDC.
On his part, Kingsley Ndube, aspirant for Anaocha/Njikoka/Dunukofia Federal Constituency of Anambra State, said many of the aspirants were motivated by patriotism rather than personal interests.
“You can see that many of us are not coming from the establishment. We are vying for the National Assembly because we are passionate about this country. We will always ask questions.
“Outside politics, they have no serious means of livelihood. Therefore, all our legislative duties must be people-oriented.
“This is also to ensure we assert our position as the incoming lawmakers and ensure the 11th National Assembly will definitely be different from the other ones. It will be about service to Nigerians and that is what we are here for.”
Other participants said COPDEM would continue mobilising support for the opposition coalition.
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Former aspirant of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Rotimi Amaechi, has described himself as a simple politician who doesn’t steal money.
Amaechi, in an interview with media personality, Chude Jideonwo, said transparency is not an easy thing when talking about corruption.
He said: “I’m the simplest politician you can meet in Nigeria. When they meet me and see how simple and ordinary I am, it sweeps them off their feet.
“When I say I won’t steal money, 80% of the time I’m serious. Is it easy to swear to God and say in your life you won’t steal?
“Transparency is not an easy thing in terms of corruption. Have you really gone to take people’s money, no.
“Most of the things you have, you really have to say that the office helped you to influence it, so there are a lot of loans some of us took, if it weren’t the government they wouldn’t give you.”
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The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the presidential ambition of Governor Seyi Makinde as dead on arrival.
The APC made this declaration in a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare.
The statement was made available to DAILY POST on Sunday.
DAILY POST gathered that Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State had on Saturday emerged as the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Our correspondent reports that the APM flag was presented to the governor at an event in Ibadan, the state capital.
The APC, in its reaction, alleged that the governor has abandoned the state to pursue his ambition.
The party, while declaring the governor’s ambition dead on arrival, said that he had failed to meet the expectations of the people over the last seven years.
The APC further maintained that the governor has no excuse other than to perform his constitutional responsibilities.
The party noted that, as governor, Makinde is in a position to tackle the array of problems facing the state.
The APC said in the statement: “Certainly, Gov. Makinde’s presidential ambition is dead on arrival, but our fear is about the amount of losses, deprivation and wastefulness which the good people of the state would be subjected to in the next one year under his leadership.
“The people of Oyo State deserve a team player, a sincere and humble person as their governor, and since Makinde has failed to demonstrate these qualities in the last seven years, he should just apologise and quit the state.”
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Former House of Representatives member and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stalwart, David Emmanuel Ombugadu, has officially unveiled his campaign poster ahead of the forthcoming Nasarawa North Senatorial by-election.
The unveiling ceremony took place on Saturday in Akwanga and attracted prominent members of the PDP, including officials of the party’s State Working Committee (SWC), supporters, and other stakeholders from across the senatorial district.
Speaking at the event, Ombugadu described his senatorial ambition as a mission aimed at strengthening representation, promoting unity, and advancing the collective interests of the people of Nasarawa North.
He assured supporters that, if elected, he would build on his previous legislative achievements and provide effective representation at the National Assembly.
The PDP chieftain also reiterated his commitment to the broader goal of transforming Nasarawa State, stressing that his continued political engagement remains focused on delivering good governance and sustainable development for the people.
According to him, the senatorial by-election presents another opportunity to deepen democratic participation and give the people a stronger voice in national affairs.
Ombugadu called on party members and supporters to intensify grassroots mobilisation efforts ahead of the poll, urging them to remain united and focused on securing victory for the PDP.
“This is a collective project that goes beyond individual ambition. It is about providing quality representation, promoting unity, and advancing the welfare of our people,” he said.
The former lawmaker expressed confidence in the party’s chances at the election and urged supporters across the senatorial district to work tirelessly toward achieving a decisive victory at the polls.
The Nasarawa North Senatorial by-election is scheduled to hold on June 20, with political parties already intensifying campaigns and consultations across the district.
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