Politics
Akwa Ibom govt, PDP deny celebrating Atiku over Tinubu’s CSU certificate
The Akwa Ibom State branch of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Mr. Ekerete Udoh, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Umo Eno, have rejected claims that the governor commended Atiku Abubakar for his alleged involvement in the controversy regarding President Bola Tinubu’s purported fake certificate from Chicago State University.
Speculation had arisen on social media that during the PDP stakeholders’ meeting in the state on Tuesday, Governor Eno expressed admiration for Atiku’s role in unveiling what was alleged to be a forged certificate held by Tinubu.
However, the PDP, in a statement released by its Publicity Secretary, Borono Bassey, dismissed these reports as a deliberate attempt to entangle Governor Eno and the party in a legal matter that is currently under judicial review. Bassey stressed that since the case was sub judice, neither the governor nor the state-level PDP was qualified to comment on it. He further indicated that as the governor is not directly involved in the lawsuit, he would patiently await the court’s decision and would respond with the customary respect and deference to the court’s judgment.
Mr. Udoh, on his part, affirmed that the governor remains nonpartisan and questioned the accuracy of the report, suggesting that it was intended to tarnish the strong relationship between President Tinubu, whom he referred to as the nation’s father, and Governor Eno. Udoh challenged the authors to provide video evidence of the governor making such statements and emphasized that there was no mention or discussion of such a topic at the PDP Stakeholders’ meeting held on that day. He stressed that Governor Eno, as a pastor, refrains from engaging in trivial conversations, upholds respect for constituted authorities, and has a history of working across party lines, demonstrating a commitment to avoiding partisan rhetoric.
Former House of Representatives member, Hon. Sylvester Ogbaga, has officially stepped down from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Ogbaga, who represented the Abakiliki/lsu federal constituency of Ebonyi State from 1999 to 2023, made this announcement through a resignation letter dated April 24, 2024. The letter was addressed to the Chairman of the PDP Anmegu Enyigba ward and was also sent to the local government area (LGA) and state chairmen of the party.
In his resignation letter, Ogbaga stated, “I am writing to officially inform you of my resignation from the PDP. After careful evaluation and consideration of the current political climate within the party, I have decided to take a step back. Since 1998, I have remained a steadfast member of the PDP, contributing significantly to its growth with unwavering dedication and support.”
He emphasized that his decision to resign was personal and expressed gratitude for the leadership and support he received within the party. Ogbaga concluded his letter by wishing the PDP well in its future endeavors.
The Forum of All Progressives Congress State Chairmen has expressed full support for the party’s national chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, by passing a vote of confidence in him.
A delegation comprising 37 state party chairmen asserted that there was an attempted coup to oust Ganduje from his position as APC National Chairman, but it was unsuccessful.
This declaration was made during a solidarity visit to the party’s secretariat in Abuja, where they reaffirmed their loyalty to Ganduje.
The acting chairman of the forum and Lagos APC chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi, stated that they stand firmly behind Ganduje and are prepared to defend him against any external threats.
“We want to assure you that you remain the leader of our party. The individuals who announced your removal were not recognized members of the party to begin with. We will not allow you to face the same embarrassment as former chairmen of the party.”
“What they attempted was akin to a coup, but their efforts have been thwarted. Our presence here signifies our unwavering support for you at all times,” he emphasized.
Following the inability of the Southeast governors to conduct Local Government elections in their respective States, the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC) has threatened a legal action against them if the situation remains the same in the next 60 days.
National Vice Chairman of the party, Southeast zone,Chilos Godsent disclosed this in a communiqué he released to newsmen after the 2024 annual zonal retreat of the party held at Awka, Anambra State.
ADC also requested the governors to “reconstitute fund and mandate the respective State Independent Electoral Commission to publish the timetable for Local Government Council Election in their respective states.
Godsent argued that the non existence of Democratic Local Government system violates Section 7 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. (Daily Sun)
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