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Ohanaeze Ndigbo: 3 Presidential Aspirants Challenge Okiro’s Eligibility
Three presidential aspirants from Rivers State, vying for the Ohanaeze Ndigbo President-General election scheduled for January 2025, have called on former Inspector General of Police, Chief Mike Okiro, to withdraw from the race.
The aspirants—Omenazu Jackson, Fyneface Amechi, and Dim Uchechukwu Okwukwu—met with the press in Port Harcourt yesterday to discuss concerns about the integrity of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo leadership and Okiro’s candidacy.
They argued that Okiro, who hails from Obiakpu community in Imo State, should step aside for the Rivers-based candidates, as the Ohanaeze President-General seat is designated for Rivers State in this election cycle.
The trio expressed dissatisfaction with what they saw as an attempt to undermine their ambitions by a non-Rivers candidate. They criticized Okiro’s endorsement by Chief Lucky Ekeji, President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Rivers State, and alleged that Okiro’s involvement in the race could create unnecessary conflict by bringing the position back to Imo State after its recent tenure.
They detailed Okiro’s background, stating, “Chief Mike Okiro is from Ogwumankwu village, Obiakpu community, Egbema, Ohaji/Egbema LGA, Imo State. His age grade is Otu Egobueze, with Secretary Christopher Nze Umezuruike and members such as Chief Clement Mmata, Mr. Owuamala Stephen, and Chief Toke Gilbert.” They also noted that Okiro’s late younger brother, Eze Ozoemela Okiro, was the traditional ruler of Obiakpu community in Imo State.
The aspirants questioned Okiro’s claim of being a Rivers man, given his familial ties to Imo State, and called on him to explain the origin of his claims.
They urged Ohanaeze Ndigbo to protect its reputation and ensure the election maintains its integrity, stressing that the leadership position was meant for a Rivers indigene.
Vowing to oppose any attempts to sideline them, the aspirants emphasized, “We will not allow the same mistakes from Okiro’s tenure in the Nigerian Police Force to happen again.”
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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