Director General of TPAND, Engr. Yusuf Hussain, presented the official appointment letter to Dr. Bello formally inaugurated him as Secretary General in the presence of members of the National Executive Council, state executives, diaspora representatives, and other stakeholders.

Bello, a former All Progressives Congress Chairmanship aspirant, Abuja Municipal Area Council is expected to bring administrative excellence, strategic coordination, intellectual and political depth to the affairs of TPAND.

Speaking shortly after receiving his appointment letter, Dr. Bello expressed profound gratitude to Almighty God and thanked the Director General, the National Executive Council, and members of the organisation for the confidence reposed in him.

He further pledged to strengthen the administrative and operational framework of TPAND through effective communication and collaboration with all stakeholders.

Describing TPAND as a platform that unites patriotic Nigerians at home and abroad in support of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, Dr. Bello said the organisation’s mission extends beyond political advocacy to promoting national unity, civic responsibility, responsible leadership, and active citizen participation in nation-building.

“As Secretary General, I will work closely with the Director General, members of the National Executive Council, our state executives, and diaspora chapters to strengthen the structures of TPAND and improve our effectiveness across Nigeria and around the world,” he stated.

The newly inaugurated Secretary General also appealed to members across the 36 states, the Federal Capital Territory, and the diaspora to remain united and committed to the collective vision of the organisation.

According to him, “the strength of any organisation lies in its unity,” urging members to place the organisation’s objectives above personal interests while working together with discipline, mutual respect, and patriotism.

Speaking at the ceremony, Director General, Engr. Yusuf Hussain, congratulated Dr. Bello on his appointment and expressed confidence in his capacity to provide effective administrative leadership for the organisation. He urged the new Secretary General to deploy his academic experience, leadership qualities, professional expertise, and extensive network of relationships in Nigeria and the diaspora towards advancing TPAND’s vision and strengthening its structures nationwide and internationally.

The DG described Dr. Bello as a reputable member with strategic networks within the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and among influential Nigerian stakeholders in the diaspora.

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According to a report by the New York Post, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) accused Washington of breaching the memorandum of understanding signed on June 17 by US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.

In a statement, the IRGC said that key conditions of the agreement—including Israel’s withdrawal from Lebanon, the complete removal of the naval blockade, and the withdrawal of US forces from the Persian Gulf and surrounding region—had not been fulfilled.

The group stated that the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until those conditions are met and warned vessels against approaching the strategic waterway, saying any ship that disregards the directive could be targeted.

The development has raised concerns over regional security and the potential impact on global oil and shipping markets.

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Senator Akume made the clarification on Tuesday while responding to questions during the World Press Conference held in Abuja as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 27th Democracy Day Anniversary.

The SGF recalled that the annulment of the June 12 election, widely regarded as the freest and fairest election in Nigeria’s history and won by Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola, necessitated far-reaching political decisions aimed at preserving national unity and strengthening the country’s democratic foundation.

According to him, leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) met in Kaduna under the leadership of the late Chief Solomon Lar and Alhaji Adamu Ciroma to deliberate on the way forward, with power shift and the party’s presidential candidature featuring prominently on the agenda.

“It was a tough argument before the issue of rotational presidency was agreed on. At the end, we had to concede. We must do this. June 12 annulment had complicated the whole thing. It was finally agreed that we’ll be alternating between North and South.

“Atiku was one of the leaders at that meeting, which was convened by Chief Solomon Lar. He was part of that agreement,” Senator Akume stated.

The SGF explained that the decision to alternate presidential power between the North and the South emerged from the need to address the political consequences of the June 12 annulment and to promote inclusiveness and national cohesion.

Reflecting on the significance of June 12, Senator Akume described the annulment as a painful setback to the democratic aspirations of Nigerians, noting that the election was adjudged free, fair and credible.

“Abiola won that election round and square. That election was annulled by the military government. It was very painful because the people spoke and they spoke freely. They made their own choice,” he said.

He added that one of the most enduring lessons from the June 12 experience is the supremacy of the people’s will in a democratic society.

“The first lesson is that the voice of the people must always be supreme; it must be sacrosanct. That’s the beauty of democracy. We prefer the ballot to bullets,” he said.

Senator Akume expressed confidence in Nigeria’s democratic institutions, particularly the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), saying the country has learnt valuable lessons from the events of 1993 and would never allow a repeat of such an annulment.

“If an election is conducted very fairly, and one wins no problem. The actors at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) are not young people, they were adults when this thing happened. If we were to take a poll at that time, over two thirds of Nigerians would have condemned that act of annulment.

“Fortunately, for us, those at INEC are men of honour and integrity, they are well read that patriotic Nigerians, and they’re determined to also make a difference. Never again would such happen in this country.
You win, you win. When you lose, go back and prepare for another election. Look at the American example. President Trump lost to Joe Biden. He didn’t bring America down.
He went back prepared and came back and won. That’s the beauty of democracy.

“We have decided to embrace democracy. That is why, for 27 broken years, we are enjoying this freedom in a democratic setting. We love the values and the morals of democracy, and there is no system that is as beautiful as democracy.

“It is under a democratic system that you can insult your president and to insult anybody and still go to bed, and you don’t receive a midnight knock on your door. Try it under a totalitarian regime.” Akume stated.

He urged political actors to embrace democratic principles, respect electoral outcomes and continue to strengthen the nation’s democratic culture.

The SGF further noted that Nigeria’s 27 years of uninterrupted democratic rule underscore the country’s commitment to democratic values, freedom of expression, the rule of law and peaceful political participation.

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The rally attracted APC stakeholders, party loyalists, traditional rulers, youth and women groups, as well as community members from different parts of the state.

Speaking at the event, the Coordinator of ISIWO FOR YAYI 2027, Chief David Adeoye, said the rally was organised to acknowledge the achievements recorded under Tinubu’s administration, the infrastructural and social development initiatives of Abiodun in Ogun State, and Adeola’s representation of Ogun West Senatorial District at the National Assembly.

He said, “Today, we are here to appreciate our leaders who have continued to deliver dividends of democracy to the people. This rally is also aimed at promoting unity and strengthening grassroots mobilisation ahead of future political engagements.”

Traditional prayers and goodwill messages were also offered during the programme, with participants commending the collaboration among the federal, state and legislative leadership.

The Director-General of Caucus 7202, Hon. Olaseni Koiki, lauded the ISIWO FOR YAYI 2027 group for sustaining community engagement and urged members to continue sensitising residents to government programmes and policies.

Koiki reaffirmed the commitment of Caucus 7202 to working with support groups across Ijebu and Ogun State to further strengthen the APC’s grassroots structure.

Also speaking, the Director/Convener of the YAYI Info Media Unit, Adediran J. Obaniyi, said the recently Corporate Affairs Commission-registered media unit would intensify efforts to publicise developmental projects and governance milestones to keep citizens informed and engaged.

The rally ended with prayers for Tinubu, Abiodun and Adeola, as well as for continued peace and prosperity in Ogun State and the country at large.

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After several hours of delay, the Chairman of the APC Governorship and House of Assembly Primaries Committee for Bauchi State, John Abang, announced the results on Saturday morning.

According to Abang, former Governor Mohammed Abubakar emerged victorious over six other aspirants to clinch the party’s governorship ticket.

He said Abubakar polled 57,517 votes to defeat Tuggar, who secured 26,001 votes. Nura Manu Soro garnered 13,638 votes, while Wunti scored 13,648 votes.

Other aspirants included Kabir Baba Ma’aji with 8,157 votes, Baba Abubakar Suleiman who secured 7,688 votes, and Yakubu Yakubu Abdullahi who polled 7,181 votes.

The APC candidate, Mohammed Abubakar, had previously lost to incumbent Governor Bala Mohammed in the 2019 governorship election. Bala Mohammed won the election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, while Abubakar contested as the APC incumbent governor.

Tuggar was among the first set of cabinet members who complied with President Bola Tinubu’s directive requiring appointees seeking elective positions in 2027 to resign from the cabinet before March 31, 2027.

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In a personally signed statement released on Thursday, Daily Dates Nigeria reports that Ambode praised Hamzat’s dedication and long-standing commitment to the APC, noting that his emergence reflects years of loyalty, hard work, and service to the party.

The congratulatory message came shortly after Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, announced his withdrawal from the APC governorship race, clearing the path for Hamzat’s consensus candidacy.

Ambode described Hamzat as a committed party man whose extensive consultations with party leaders and stakeholders demonstrated his alignment with the APC’s core values of unity and progress. He added that Lagos State stands to benefit significantly from Hamzat’s experience and leadership capacity.

Reaffirming his political stance, Ambode also pledged support for the re-election bid of President Bola Tinubu. He emphasized that Nigeria’s economic growth and Lagos State’s continued development are closely tied to Tinubu’s leadership.

Ambode further called on APC members in Lagos and across the Southwest to mobilize support ahead of the elections, setting a target of at least three million votes for the president. He also stressed the importance of securing victories for all APC candidates, including senators and members of the House of Representatives, in the upcoming electoral cycle.

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The group took the decision at a national summit of opposition political parties held on Saturday, 25 April 2026, in the Oyo State capital.

The opposition political parties which participated in the summit included the PDP, ADC, PRP, NNPP, NDC, LP, APP, Accord, APM, AA, DLA, YP, ADP, and ZLP.

Reading the communiqué on behalf of the participating chairmen, the factional National Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Taminu Turaki (SAN), declared that the move was an existential necessity to rescue Nigeria from the stranglehold of the APC.

“We shall work towards fielding one presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, which shall be agreed and supported by all participating opposition parties to rescue our nation and her long-suffering masses,” the communiqué stated.

The summit also slammed the leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). It passed a vote of no confidence on the INEC chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, accusing him of blatant partisanship toward the ruling party.

The declaration warned that Amupitan’s continued stay in office is vexatious and could trigger a national crisis. The summit demanded that Amupitan be replaced by a neutral figure to guarantee a credible process.

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The SGF gave the assurance when he received members of the Renewed Hope Fulbe Campaign Organization (RHFCO), a grassroots Fulani mobilization platform, at his office in Abuja.

Senator Akume said sustained military operations coupled with the non-kinetic measures have diminished the capacity of terrorist elements, noting that their attacks have become sporadic and ineffective.

He added that security has improved yet, the Federal Govt is strengthening the nation’s defence architecture through the acquisition of more arms and ammunition, alongside improved operational strategies by security agencies, expressing optimism that the country’s current security challenges are temporary. According to him, “The problems we are having are temporary problems that will certainly go away. Things are already beginning to pick up,” he stated.

In a strong political declaration, the visiting RHFCO pledged total support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima in the 2027 general election.

Led by its National Coordinator, Hon. Abdullahi Ahmad Tibbo, the group said it would mobilize Fulani pastoralist communities across Nigeria to deliver massive votes for the administration.

“We hereby declare that the Fulbe are fully behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for a second term. We will galvanize our people to deliver massive support at the polls,” Tibbo stated. He added that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has instituted so many policies that directly benefit the FULBE community, mentioning among others the Student Loan Scheme, super highway, LGA autonomy, economic stabilization and above all, Creation of the Federal Ministry of Livestock which their great grandfathers have sought for over the years.

The organization described itself as a non-partisan, grassroots-driven platform committed to integrating Fulbe communities into Nigeria’s democratic and developmental processes, while aligning with the Renewed Hope Agenda, noting that it has established structures across over 20 states to deepen civic participation and voter mobilization.

Senator Akume commended the group for its foresight and commitment to national unity, describing its mission as consistent with Nigeria’s need for inclusiveness and peaceful coexistence.

He urged the group to intensify grassroots sensitization, particularly in encouraging citizens to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) as a means of participating actively in the democratic process.

He also highlighted key initiatives of the administration, including the creation of the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development to unlock the economic potential of the sector and improve the livelihoods of pastoral communities, assuring the delegation that their requests, including recognition as a strategic mobilization partner and provision of logistics support, would be duly considered.

Earlier, the RHFCO appealed for special recognition and inclusion in government policy dialogue platforms, particularly in livestock development programmes, and requested mobility support, including vehicles and motorcycles, to enhance its grassroots outreach across remote pastoral settlements.

The delegation reaffirmed its commitment to promoting peaceful coexistence, economic empowerment, and active civic engagement among Fulbe communities nationwide, while also announcing plans to inaugurate its national, zonal, and state structures in the coming months to strengthen its operations and expand its reach.

Senator Akume assured the group of continued government engagement, reiterating that all submissions made would receive due attention.

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Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, Okonkwo addressed growing speculation that Obi could exit the ADC if he fails to secure the party’s presidential ticket. He cautioned that such a move would raise serious concerns about Obi’s political consistency and long-term commitment.

According to Okonkwo, any aspirant who leaves the ADC after witnessing ongoing coalition-building efforts risks being labeled politically unstable. He argued that repeatedly switching political platforms in pursuit of ambition could damage public perception, describing such politicians as “political wanderers.”

Okonkwo further claimed that abandoning the ADC project at this stage could indirectly strengthen the re-election chances of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He suggested that such an action might be interpreted by observers as working against opposition unity or even being compromised.

The comments come amid ongoing discussions about opposition alliances and the search for a strong platform capable of challenging the ruling party in 2027. While Obi has not confirmed any intention to leave the ADC, the speculation continues to generate reactions across Nigeria’s political landscape.

With opposition unity seen as a critical factor in the upcoming elections, Okonkwo’s remarks highlight the growing tensions and strategic calculations shaping the race toward 2027.

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Was it not David Mark and Abacha that planned the coup that ousted Ernest Shonekan on November 17, 1993?

When David Mark and other disgruntled factional members of the ADC bought a jalopy political party, did they consult foreign governments or diaspora Nigerians? But now that their second-hand vehicle is predictably giving them the usual Tokunbo engine problems, they want to report Nigeria and its institutions to foreign governments.

Reporting the Independent National Electoral Commission to foreign governments, as the factional ADC just announced they plan to do, is a waste of time and effort. The David Mark faction of the African Democratic Congress should understand that Nigeria is a sovereign nation. We are not governed from foreign capitals.

And the Independent National Electoral Commission should not be beholden to a disgruntled former coup plotter. Their only loyalty is to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

David Mark and his fellow power-hungry discontents in the ADC should stop chasing shadows. Go to court and resolve your factional issues. Thankfully, the Court of Appeals has granted your faction an accelerated hearing. Take advantage of it to prove your case.

That their faction of the ADC does not want to do that speaks volumes. Why are they afraid of the court?

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