Politics

It’s Nigeria vs APC in 2027, ADC will lead the change – Kenneth Okonkwo

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2 weeks ago

July 3, 2025

Veteran actor and lawyer, Kenneth Okonkwo, has declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will face its “final downfall” ahead of the 2027 elections, stating that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and its new coalition of opposition forces represent the “dawn of a new era in Nigeria’s political history.”

Speaking at a coalition strategy meeting, Okonkwo emphasized that the new alignment is not about seeking power but prioritizing the “welfare of Nigerians.”

“You know, this party is not about power. This party is about the welfare of Nigerians,” Okonkwo stated. “If there is no new arrangement that I’m sure will take care of the welfare of Nigerians, I will stay in my house and pray.”

He described the ADC as a “party of light” poised to rescue Nigerians from what he termed the “darkness of this incompetent and corrupt APC.”

“When you shine light in darkness, darkness disappears. APC will not understand what hits them,” Okonkwo asserted.

Highlighting Article 3 of the ADC Constitution, he emphasized that the party’s motto is “in pursuit of the welfare of our people and the nation,” aligning with the coalition’s objective to create a favorable environment for all Nigerians to contribute to the nation’s welfare, peace, and prosperity.

In addressing concerns about the inclusion of former APC and PDP members in the coalition, Okonkwo argued that past leaders have learnt from their mistakes.

“Your best teacher is your last mistake,” he noted, adding, “All the people that have been in power in Nigeria and did not do what they ought to do at that time are reaping it.”

On potential alliances with Peter Obi should he emerge as a presidential candidate within the coalition, Okonkwo reaffirmed his commitment to coalition politics over party allegiance.

“This is now the time of the coalition, not individual parties. I can guarantee you that anybody that emerges from this coalition, I will work with the person,” he stated.

Okonkwo dismissed concerns over potential litigation or infiltration by APC elements into the ADC, stating that the party had done its due diligence and would not allow infiltration.

“Of course, when you are in a battle with somebody, you send your own spies. We will search out any infiltrator and give him the treatment that is given to spies,” Okonkwo warned.

He further predicted the collapse of APC structures, referencing recent political crises within the ruling party.

“Before long, APC people will be in hiding because the shame that will come upon them, they will not even be able to talk and speak to Nigerians again,” Okonkwo concluded.

The ADC coalition aims to unify opposition forces to prevent a fragmented challenge against the incumbent APC in 2027, positioning itself as a credible platform for Nigerians seeking alternative leadership to rescue the nation from economic hardship, insecurity, and governance failures.

Politics

Buhari: He sent DSS to my house at midnight, I’m still alive – Igboho

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1 day ago

July 14, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

Yoruba nation agitator, Sunday Adeniyi Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho has reacted to the death of former President, Muhammadu Buhari.

Igboho in a viral video, recounted how the former president allegedly ordered officers of the Department of State Services, DSS, to invade his residence at midnight.

Igboho, who claimed that the invasion was aimed at taking him out, also alleged that the former president colluded with some Yoruba indigenes.

He said, “I thank God for my life today, see life! The man that sent DSS to come and kill me in the middle of the night on July 4th 2021 has died today.

“My people, we are supposed to learn from this. That man, Muhammadu Buhari is dead, but I’m alive today. I thank God for my life.

“The man that ganged up with some stupid Yoruba people came to my house to take my life but God said no”.

Ekwutosblog reports that the former Nigerian leader died on Sunday in London after a brief illness.

His remains are expected to arrive in the country for immediate burial in Daura, Katsina state on Monday.

Politics

Constitution Amendment: Niger Govt submits proposal

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1 day ago

July 14, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

The Niger State Government has submitted a joint document to the House Committee on Constitution Review containing the state’s collective views and recommendations on key areas.

The areas include restructuring, devolution of powers, state policing, fiscal federalism, local government autonomy, and electoral process.

The position of the state was presented by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Nasiru Mu’azu during the public hearing on the review of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) for the North Central Zone, Centre A, covering Niger, Kwara, and Kogi States in Minna.

The Commissioner explained that the document was developed after broad consultations and stakeholder engagement across the state.

Mu’azu also noted that the state government had made a case for additional creation of local government areas in the state while expressing optimism that the document will be given due consideration

The House Committee Consultant, Prof. Kathleen Okafor, who presented the summarised compendium of bills before the House, disclosed that it has some thematic areas based on evolving needs, which are electoral, judicial, legislative, and physical reform

“Others are inclusive governance, security and policing, devolution of powers, strengthening of institutions, the role of rural communities, traditional institutions, citizenship and Indigineship, fundamental rights, and many more,” Okafor said.

The Etsu Nupe and Chairman Niger State Council of traditional rulers, Alh Yahaya Abubakar, on behalf of the National Council of Traditional Rulers also submitted a memo on the Constitution amendment centred on creating roles for traditional rulers on matters involving religion, culture, security, and justice, among others.

Presentations for the creation of Edu State comprising Bida, Lapai and Agaie Emirates, and the Kainji State consist of Borgu and Kontagora Emirates of the present Niger State and Zuru Emirate in Kebbi State were made by Engr. Yabagi Yusuf Sani and Amb. Ahmed Musa Ibeto, respectively.

Similarly, representatives from Kogi and Kwara states also submitted their memos for the creation of Okun, Okura and Efesowofo states out of the present Kogi and Kwara states, respectively.

The House Committee received documents from women groups, organized labour unions and youth groups, among others, for consideration.