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Who Speaks for Labour? Usman Backs Obi on Coalition, Labels Abure a ‘Jester’

admin / 10 months

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The acting National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Senator Nenadi Usman, has reaffirmed the party’s support for its 2023 presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, over his involvement in the ongoing opposition coalition spearheaded by former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar. In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by her Senior Special Adviser, Ken Asogwa, Usman […]

Obi Confirms 2027 Presidential Bid, Says He’s Open to One-Term Deal

admin / 10 months

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Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has signalled his willingness to run again in 2027—this time, for a single term in office. In a statement released by his media aide, Ibrahim Umar, Obi shared updates via his X (formerly Twitter) handle, where he addressed key national issues during an engagement with his supporters. “I […]

Sanwo-Olu Accuses Obi of Contributing to Poverty, Defends FG’s Policies

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Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has criticised Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, accusing him of lacking the moral authority to comment on Nigeria’s poverty situation. In a statement personally signed and titled “Factually Addressing Mr Peter Obi’s Criticism of Nigeria at Johns Hopkins University”, Sanwo-Olu argued that Obi contributed to the poverty he […]

From Hero to Victim: How a Teen’s Viral Moment Led to Months of Ordeal

admin / 1 year

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A Magistrate Court in Apapa, Lagos, has discharged 17-year-old Alabi Quadri, who gained national attention during the 2023 general elections for standing in front of the convoy of Peter Obi, then the Labour Party presidential candidate. Magistrate Adetola Olorunfemi released Quadri following legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP), which concluded that the […]

Obi Alleges Death Threats Over Criticism of Government in New Year Address

admin / 1 year

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The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has alleged that his life is under threat following his criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration in his New Year’s message. Obi’s claims came after remarks attributed to Felix Morka, the national spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress (APC), during a recent interview. Morka […]

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Who Speaks for Labour? Usman Backs Obi on Coalition, Labels Abure a ‘Jester’

Obi Confirms 2027 Presidential Bid, Says He’s Open to One-Term Deal

Sanwo-Olu Accuses Obi of Contributing to Poverty, Defends FG’s Policies

From Hero to Victim: How a Teen’s Viral Moment Led to Months of Ordeal

Obi Alleges Death Threats Over Criticism of Government in New Year Address