Politics
BREAKING NEWS: Abia State Governor, Alex Otti Speaks On Dumping Labour Party Alongside Peter Obi
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has ruled out any plans to defect from the Labour Party (LP) despite indications that the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, intends to leave the platform.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
Otti stated his position on Tuesday during his monthly media briefing in Umuahia, the Abia State capital, emphasising that he would remain in the LP to help rebuild and reposition the party.
The governor revealed that Obi had personally informed him of his intention to exit the LP, and he had “no objection” to the decision. However, Otti stressed that his own political trajectory would be different.
“If you remember, I joined the Labour Party before Peter Obi, so I did not join the party with him. He has communicated to me that he is leaving the Labour Party. I gave him my blessings. But I will remain in the Labour Party, and I told him that I would continue the struggle to rescue the Labour Party,” Otti disclosed.
He described the Labour Party as the platform that brought him to power and said his loyalty remained with the party for now.
“That is the party that brought me to power. If we fight and get to the end, and we are able to reposition the Labour Party, then we can discuss other options. Therefore, for now, I am not defecting to any party,” he added.
The governor also reacted to recent calls by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, urging him to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Otti said he was not interested in being drawn into political distractions.
“Ordinarily, I would not respond to matters like that,” he said, adding that he preferred to stay focused on governance rather than engage in political exchanges.
Otti acknowledged Kalu’s recent distribution of financial support to vulnerable people in the state, noting that the gesture aligned with his own appeal for assistance to the less privileged during the Christmas period.
“I thank him for doing that,” the governor said, while stressing his preference for a restrained and principled approach to political provocations.
Quoting former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, Otti said, “You will never get to your destination if you stop to throw stones at every dog that barks,” adding that his administration would remain focused on its responsibilities to the people of Abia State.
Former Kogi West Senator, Dino Melaye, has reacted to the arraignment of ex-Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Abubakar Malami, before a Federal High Court in Abuja.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
Melaye wished Malami well as he began his trial on corruption charges.
In a post on X, the former lawmaker recalled how he was once prosecuted by Malami over what he described as frivolous cases during Malami’s tenure as AGF.
He wrote, “Reminded me of how I was appearing in different courts when Malami as AGF was prosecuting me over frivolous cases, including taking over one of the police cases against me. Wish him well.”
Malami, his son Abdulaziz, and another individual are facing a 16-count charge of money laundering. They were arraigned over allegations of unlawful acquisition and concealment of funds and all pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Politics
BREAKING NEWS: “Wike Belongs to NO Party!” Rivers PDP Chairman Drops Bombshell, Names Who Truly Controls Power
According to our reporter, the Acting Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Nname Robinson Ewor, has made a shocking revelation about the political status of FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
Speaking on Tuesday, Ewor declared that Wike currently belongs to no political party, insisting he is politically stranded.
Ewor explained that the PDP has already expelled Wike, and since he has not formally joined the APC, he cannot claim leadership anywhere. He dismissed claims that the PDP has collapsed following Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s defection to the APC, stressing that the party remains fully structured and active across Rivers State.
According to him, Governor Fubara now leads the APC in the state, while he remains the legitimate head of the PDP. Ewor added that any private agreements mean nothing, insisting that ultimate power lies with Rivers voters ahead of the 2027 elections.
Politics
“You Call Me a Fool? There’s Time for Wrestling” — Wike Blasts Fubara Over Rivers Royal Crisis
Fresh political tension is brewing in Rivers State as FCT Minister Nyesom Wike openly criticised Governor Siminalayi Fubara over the removal of a top traditional ruler.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING
Wike spoke on Monday, December 29, 2025, during a Christmas visit to Emohua Local Government Area, as reported by Daily Post. Addressing supporters at the palace of His Royal Highness, Eze Ohna Sergeant Awuse, Wike condemned the governor’s refusal to reinstate the monarch as Chairman of the Rivers State Traditional Rulers Council.
Wike revealed that Awuse was removed while battling illness and reportedly in a coma, accusing the state government of replacing him instead of offering prayers and support. Expressing anger, Wike declared, “You tell me that I’m a fool? I’m a fool? Well, there’s always time for wrestling.”
The visit ended with strong pledges of loyalty to Wike from traditional leaders, further deepening the political drama.
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