The move followed an emergency meeting of the Bagana-led APM leadership held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, to review recent developments in the political space and the leadership crisis affecting the party.

The meeting, which was held physically and virtually, was attended by the BoT Chairman, National Chairman, Deputy National Chairmen in charge of Administration and Operations, Zonal Vice Chairman (South-East), National Welfare Officer, and the state chairmen of Benue and Anambra States.

Other members of the National Working Committee (NWC) and stakeholders participated in the meeting online.

The emergency meeting appraised the prevailing political situation and deliberated extensively on what the leadership described as attempts to interfere with and take over the constitutional structures and affairs of the party by individuals who recently defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Following the deliberations, the leadership resolved to pursue the matter through the appropriate constitutional and legal channels, culminating in the decision to approach the Supreme Court.

The appeal challenges the judgment of the Court of Appeal and seeks a final determination of substantial legal questions relating to the leadership of the party, the powers and functions of the Board of Trustees and other related constitutional issues.

The application also seeks leave to appeal out of time on grounds contained in the relevant court processes.

The Bagana-led leadership maintains that the Board of Trustees complied with the orders of the Federal High Court by conducting democratic congresses and elections in accordance with the party’s constitution and applicable legal requirements.

According to the leadership, the outcomes of the congresses and elections were duly communicated to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

The leadership said its decision to seek the intervention of the Supreme Court became necessary in view of what it described as irregularities and attempts to undermine the party’s established constitutional structures and internal democratic processes.

It said the legal action is aimed at securing certainty on the leadership of the party, protecting its constitutional structures and restoring institutional stability within the APM.

Bagana, in the statement, reaffirmed his commitment to constitutionalism, internal democracy, due process and the rule of law, stressing that the party would continue to pursue the dispute peacefully through the courts.

He also urged members and supporters of the party to remain calm, peaceful and law-abiding while the matter is before the Supreme Court.

The leadership further called on all stakeholders to refrain from actions or public statements capable of prejudicing the judicial process and allow the apex court to determine the matter in accordance with the Constitution and laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

The party expressed appreciation to its members, stakeholders and leaders across the country, including those from Jigawa, Rivers and Lagos States, for their continued support and solidarity.

The Bagana-led leadership expressed confidence that justice would ultimately prevail and that the legitimate constitutional structures and democratic mandate of the party would be upheld.

The statement was signed by Alhaji Muhammed Musa Bagana, National Chairman of the APM, and Hon. Shitu Abdullahi, Jigawa State Chairman of the party.

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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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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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In a statement released on Sunday, the DSS confirmed the arrest of a suspected arms manufacturer and dealer, identified as Musa Abubakar.

The arrest was made on November 12, 2025, after precise intelligence led operatives to Abubakar’s weapons manufacturing workshop located in the Mista Ali area of Bassa Local Government Area, Plateau State. Items recovered from the scene included components of improvised explosive devices (IEDs), chemicals, and other arms-making equipment.

According to the DSS, Abubakar confessed to producing and distributing high-calibre weapons to armed groups involved in attacks across Plateau State and neighbouring regions.

“Operatives of the Department of State Services have successfully disrupted a high-target arms supply network linked to terrorist activities in Plateau and neighbouring states,” the statement read. “The operation led to the arrest of Musa Abubakar, a key arms dealer, following precise intelligence on November 12, 2025.”

This operation is part of the federal government’s intensified efforts to curb killings and insecurity in the Northern region and across Nigeria. In line with these efforts, the DSS had earlier announced the arrest of nine suspects, including 46-year-old Timna Manjol, a member of the First Baptist Church, believed to be connected to terrorist activities.

Additionally, the secret service recently recaptured Abdulazeez Obadaki, also known as Bomboy, a notorious Kuje Prison escapee linked to the deadly Owo Church attack and an assault on a Deeper Life Church.

The DSS reiterated its commitment to dismantling terror networks and curbing the proliferation of illegal arms in Nigeria.

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Sources within the APC confirmed that Ganduje tendered his resignation under controversial circumstances, citing internal party pressure and alleged health concerns. However, political observers believe the development is deeply tied to strategic realignments within the party ahead of the next election cycle.

The former Kano State governor, who assumed office as APC National Chairman in August 2023, has faced mounting opposition in recent months, particularly from stakeholders in the North Central zone who insist the chairmanship position be returned to their region in line with zoning principles.

Party insiders also hinted that Ganduje’s resignation may not be unconnected with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 calculations, which allegedly include a possible change in his running mate. Recent reports have fueled speculation that Tinubu is considering former Kano governor and current NNPP senator, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, as his vice-presidential candidate for the next election.

The move, if confirmed, would be a major political twist, especially given the longstanding rivalry between Ganduje and Kwankwaso, both of whom command significant political followership in Kano and across the North-West.

Analysts believe that clearing Ganduje from the APC’s top leadership role may be part of a broader strategy to pave the way for new political alliances, particularly one that could accommodate Kwankwaso.

The APC has yet to release an official statement confirming Ganduje’s resignation or naming his replacement. However, there are indications that a national vice chairman may take over in acting capacity until a new chairman is elected at the next party convention.

As the 2027 elections draw closer, Ganduje’s exit and the ongoing VP speculations may be early signs of the internal recalibrations within the APC as it seeks to consolidate power and reposition itself for the political battles ahead.

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According to credible sources in Abuja, strategists within Tinubu’s political camp have begun discreet engagements with Kwankwaso, who is currently the national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). The plan, insiders say, is to woo Kwankwaso back into the All Progressives Congress (APC) as part of a broader strategy to strengthen the party’s grip on northern Nigeria ahead of the next general elections.

Kwankwaso’s immense influence in the North, particularly through his Kwankwasiyya movement, is seen as a valuable asset in what is expected to be a hotly contested race. Tinubu’s advisers believe that pairing with Kwankwaso could significantly boost the APC’s chances of securing re-election by consolidating support in the North-West, especially in Kano State, Nigeria’s second-largest voting bloc with nearly six million registered voters.

Political observers have noted subtle signs of shifting dynamics within the APC. One such signal was the silence of APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, during a recent stakeholders’ meeting in Gombe State. Ganduje, a longtime political rival of Kwankwaso, refrained from affirming support for Vice President Shettima, a move that many interpret as a calculated effort to keep strategic options open.

Kwankwaso, a former Minister of Defence and senator for Kano Central, emerged as a significant political force in the 2023 elections. Although the NNPP finished fourth in the presidential race, the party clinched victory in Kano State, reaffirming his strong grassroots appeal and regional dominance.

As internal consultations continue, the possibility of a Tinubu-Kwankwaso ticket is gaining traction among some APC stakeholders who believe the alliance could reshape the political map ahead of 2027.

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In the world of politics, words are not just mere utterances they are weapons, tools of strategy, and the heartbeat of movements. But when wielded recklessly, they can become instruments of destruction. This is the case with Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, former Senate President and self-styled leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), whose recent statement, “THOSE WHO WANT TO LEAVE THE PDP SHOULD LEAVE NOW,” has once again exposed the very venom that has consistently corroded every political structure he claims to lead.

This is not the first time Saraki’s tongue has wreaked havoc. In fact, it has become his signature style dismissing dissenting voices, discouraging internal dialogue, and alienating fellow party stakeholders. This same arrogance led to the mass exodus of key political actors from the PDP in Kwara State, leaving behind an empty shell of a once-vibrant political institution. Men like Hon. Cook Olododo, Hon. Ope Saraki, Alh. Ajape Bibire, Hon. Zakari Mohammed, Mal. Bolaji Abdullahi, Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman (not a member of any political party, but he has detached himself from Saraki), Hon. Gbenga Makanjuola, Alh. Razaq Lawal, Engr. Dare Bankole, Olayinka Tejidini, Dr. Sadu Koroagba Alanamu, Alh. Musa Yeketi, Prince Tunji Moronfoye, Hon. Muyiwa Oladipo Kanu, Hon. Hassan Oyeleke, Hon. Wahabi Issa, Late Ahman Pategi, Hajia Aisha Ahman Pategi, Alh. Abubakar Sanni, Prince Haliru Dantsoho (Dan-iya), Hon. Jimoh Alao, Pham. Kale Ayo, Alh. Ahmed Adebayo Omi, Alh. Hassan Gegele, Hajia Bilikisu Oniyangi, Hajia Risikat Abdulahi, Kehinde Alex Bankole, Captain Popo-ola, and many other notable gladiators they left because they were pushed out by Saraki’s venomous words; “THOSE WHO WANT TO LEAVE THE PDP SHOULD LEAVE NOW”.

Today, he is repeating the same mistake on the national stage. With the defection of PDP leaders in Delta State, instead of rallying the troops or reaching out for reconciliation, Saraki chose to draw a line in the sand: “LET THEM GO.” These three words may be remembered as the phrase that finally collapsed the already wobbling PDP house of cards. While he speaks of rebuilding and repositioning, his words speak louder than any plan words that exclude, words that push people away, and words that carry no real vision for unity or progress.

The truth is clear: under Saraki’s influence, the PDP has become a revolving door, with more people leaving than coming in. His politics of exclusion and entitlement has destroyed party unity and morale. In Kwara, he built a one-man structure that treated loyalists like disposable pawns, leading to a total collapse of the party in the 2019 and 2023 elections. Now, he is setting the stage for history to repeat itself—this time at the national level.

Let us ask an uncomfortable but necessary question: Why does everything Saraki touches end up dead, broken, or dysfunctional? His track record doesn’t inspire confidence, rather it provokes pity. From his defection drama in 2014, to his controversial emergence as Senate President in 2015, to his failed presidential bid and subsequent struggles to lead the PDP in Kwara, Saraki’s political journey has been marred by ambition without cohesion, strategy without sustainability, and leadership without empathy.

Even worse, his statement reveals a man increasingly disconnected from political reality. In today’s volatile political climate, where unity and coalition building are key, Saraki is advocating for a politics of division. He speaks as if he owns the PDP, forgetting that no political party is the personal property of any man—no matter his lineage or legacy.

Some would say Saraki is cursed with political misfortune. In fact, whispers have long circulated about a supposed curse from his late father, the revered Dr. Olusola Saraki, who allegedly foresaw his son’s betrayal and warned that Bukola would one day be disgraced out of politics. Whether true or not, the signs are telling. Kwara PDP is a carcass, and the national PDP isn’t far behind. Wherever Saraki has held sway, prosperity has turned to poverty, unity has become division, and victory has transformed into serial defeat.

Let us be honest: PDP is in trouble. And the kind of rhetoric Saraki is championing will only deepen the crisis. His latest message doesn’t show a man ready to heal or lead—it shows a man venting, a man frustrated by reality, and a man who would rather rule over ashes than share power in a thriving system.

Instead of reflecting on why leaders are leaving the party, Saraki is quick to accuse and dismiss. Instead of asking why the PDP keeps bleeding from within, he is busy pointing fingers. But the people are watching. PDP members across the country are watching. Nigerians are watching. And the verdict is clear: Saraki has become a liability, not an asset.

His insistence that the party is “better off with fewer but loyal members” may soon become a self-fulfilling prophecy, because at this rate, there may be very few members left at all.

A party cannot win on loyalty alone. It needs structure, inclusiveness, strategy, and vision. But Saraki’s PDP has none of these. What it has instead is bitterness, disconnection, and a trail of political casualties from Ilorin to Abuja.

Yes, democracy is a marathon, not a sprint. But when the man holding the baton keeps tripping over his own ego, the entire team pays the price. PDP is paying that price today. And unless it breaks free from the venomous grip of leaders like Saraki, it may never recover.

So let it be known: the same mouth Saraki used to chase loyalists from Kwara PDP is now being used to finish off the party nationally. And unless something changes drastically—the PDP under his watch will continue its descent into irrelevance.

Let those who have ears, hear.

Idris Hassan Kusogi, writes from Patigi Local Government, Kwara State.

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The Chief Election Officer of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, Justice Adolphus Enebeli, made this known on Saturday in Port Harcourt, the state capital.

While declaring the results, Enebili said the announcement is suspended in Etche Local Government Area because the results collation is ongoing. He stated that the results for Etche LGA will be declared alongside that of the 319 councillorship seats at a later date.

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The explosion brought down the gate of the secretariat while doors, windows and other property were destroyed.

This is the second time the Chief Tony Okocha-led APC would be experiencing such an attack at its secretariat this year.

This came as the local government elections is set to hold in the state today as the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission said on Friday that all sensitive materials have been distributed to the various local government areas.

Chief Tony Okocha disclosed that “About 3:20am some gun-trotting young men with their explosives and all that, came here and dropped the first explosive, maybe because the one they dropped here did not detonate, they came back the second time to burn the structure – look at the security house is gone.

“Behind me you will see that there was also an attempt, our people came and we were able to quench the fire,” Okocha said.

He alleged that the incident was politically motivated and blamed the Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, whom he said had earlier declared war over the local government election.

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Sources say the meeting is a strategic move suggesting a political realignment ahead of 2027 general election.

Atiku disclosed this in a tweet on his official X page.

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