Politics
Otti still afraid of accommodating opposition party members – Ex-Reps member, Abonta
Former member of House of Representatives, Nkem Uzoma Abonta has said that Governor Alex Otti of Abia State may be afraid of being sabotaged, hence he runs the State without accommodating the members of the opposition in his inner team.
He claimed that the members of the opposition are still in “fighting and war mood” against the Governor which, according to him, makes the Governor to avoid them.
Abonta, who represented the Ukwa East/Ukwa West Federal constituency in the National Assembly, said this on Friday during a live radio program aired on Flo FM Umuahia.
He advised the members of his party, PDP, and other political parties in the opposition to drop the posture of warriors if they desire being accommodated by Otti.
“I see him as a man who is careful and wants to take full responsibility for his actions and not too much delegation because of the system he met on the ground.
“He does not know who to trust. You don’t be in a war and fighting mood and you expect one to sit down and discuss with you.
“There is also the fear that he may be sabotaged. The State House of Assembly is there to debate whatever the Governor is doing. We elected them to represent us”, said Abonta.
He said that Governor Alex Otti had done well in the State in two years, introducing some things which his (Abonta’s) party, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, did not do in the State.
According to him, the recent signing of Abia Old Persons Law by the Governor which is designed to take care of healthcare and other needs of old persons in the State, the construction of new roads and clearing of loads of waste from the streets of Aba are some of the things the administrations of his own party, PDP, could not do while in power.
Abonta further said that the PDP and other opposition parties in Abia still have the chances of defeating Governor Otti in the 2027 election only if they present credible candidates.
The embattled National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, David Mark, on Friday held a closed-door meeting with leaders of the Peoples Redemption Party in Abuja. The private consultation is seen as a fresh round of political moves as the ADC continues to battle a lingering leadership crisis and growing internal divisions.
Top figures from both parties were said to be present at the meeting, including PRP National Chairman Hakeem Baba-Ahmed and senior ADC officials. The development is already drawing attention as opposition parties continue realignments ahead of the 2027 political season, with many watching closely for possible alliances and next steps in the party crisis.
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“ADC is a Holy Party, Cannot be used to Scam Nigerians Again” – Hon Success Opara tells David Mark
ADC Party in Turmoil: Hon Success Opara Slams Leadership, Warns Against Scamming Nigerians
Abuja, Nigeria – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is facing internal strife as Hon Success Opara, a prominent party official, has warned against attempts to use the party to deceive Nigerians. Opara specifically criticized the leadership of David Mark, stating that the party cannot be used to scam citizens again.
“ADC holy Party cannot be used to scam Nigerians again,” Opara said, emphasizing that those forming coalitions are hindering the party’s growth and denying youths opportunities to thrive.
“Those who are forming coalition don’t want to give the youths the chance to strive in the party,” she added.
Opara’s statement highlights the deepening divisions within the ADC, with concerns over leadership and the party’s direction.
The factional National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nafiu Bala Gombe, has announced that the party under his leadership will bar individuals above the age of 55 from contesting for political positions.
Gombe made the disclosure during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he outlined a vision centred on generational change and greater youth participation in politics.
“The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is a party that belongs to all Nigerians. What we are doing now is to ensure the party moves forward properly.
“We have decided that we will give the youths a real chance. The time has come for young people to take the lead in politics.
“If you are over 55 years old, you are not going to contest for positions in the ADC under our leadership.
“We want to bring in fresh blood, new ideas, and energy from the youth. Nigeria’s future depends on the young generation.
“The old ways have not worked well for the country. We need to open the door wide for youths to participate fully as candidates, leaders, and decision-makers,” he said.
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