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The Big 10: These are the stories that drove conversation this week
These are the top ten stories that drove conversation this week. 1. We’re in talks with over 16 political parties to take power back – Makarfi The Chairman, National Caretaker…
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We’re in talks with over 16 political parties to take power back – Makarfi
The Chairman, National Caretaker Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ahmed Makarfi, has said that the party is in talks with over 16 political parties ahead of 2019 elections.…
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PDP fixes national convention on August 12
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has fixed it's non-elective national convention for Aug. 12, in Abuja. Dayo Adeyeye, the National Publicity Secretary of PDP National Caretaker Committee, announced the decision after…
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PDP to set up disciplinary panel for Sheriff, others
The National Executive Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party in Abuja, on Tuesday, agreed to set up a Standing Disciplinary Committee for members who pushed the party into crisis, Punch…
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Why I wasn’t at the PDP caucus meeting – Ali Modu Sheriff
Sacked National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Ali Modu Sheriff has stated reasons he was absent at the expanded caucus meeting of the party held at the…
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The YNaija Tracklist: How Aluko, Omokore donated N800m vehicles to PDP – FG | States get another Paris Club refund | More stories
From the papers this morning - a tracklist. How Aluko, Omokore donated N800m vehicles to PDP – FG - YNaija Declare state of emergency on education | Malala tells Osinbajo…
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Ademola Adeleke dances to victory, Sheriff out in the cold, Trump Jr and Snr | Here are last week’s winners and losers
From Nigeria's looters gang to the rise and fall of political juggernauts and to America's first family, here are the news makers from last week who made it to our…
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What difference will it make, if Buhari declares his health status – Makarfi
Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ahmed Makarfi has said he would not be surprised if Ali Modu Sheriff joins the All Progressives Congress (APC). Makarfi in a recent…
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‘How the PDP intends to wrestle power back’
The Ahmed Makarfi-led Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has reportedly begun plans to dislodge the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2019 general elections. Makarfi asked the APC to begin preparations…
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The Big 10: These are the stories that drove conversation this week
These are the top ten stories that drove conversation this week. 1. Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie announces intention to be Anambra governor Son of renowned actor, Pete Edochie, and also an…
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It is mischievous for anyone to say I’ve congratulated Makarfi – Sheriff
The former national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Ali Mdu Sheriff has debunked reports that he congratulated Senator Ahmed Makarfi on his victory at the Supreme Court.…
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“The Judiciary has saved Nigeria’s Democracy” | Insiders speak on Makarfi’s Supreme Court victory
The Supreme Court on Wednesday declared Senator Ahmed Makarfi led National Caretaker Committee as the authentic leader of the PDP, thus putting an end to the 18-month leadership crisis that…
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PDP offers ‘amnesty’ to Sheriff, others
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said it would grant "amnesty" to members who participated in the crisis that slowed down the party. The Chairman of National Caretaker Committee of…
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“We are the solution to Nigeria’s problems” – PDP
National Vice-Chairman (South-South) of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Emmanuel Ogidi, said the Supreme Court verdict has given the party the opportunity to offer good governance. Ogidi told NAN on Thursday…
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Vision 2019: Who represents the PDP’s best chance?
by Alexander O. Onukwue From a national point of view, it is probably still too early to begin speculations about the elections in 2019. Ordinary Nigerians have not reaped much…
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Stay or Go: What now for Ali Modu Sheriff?
by Alexander O. Onukwue Following the Supreme Court’s ruling on the PDP Chairmanship tussle in favour of Ahmed Makarfi, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, it appears, is out in the cold.…
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“We believe that there’s vacancy in Aso Rock” – PDP Reps
Members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the House of Representatives on Thursday declared that there is vacancy in Aso Rock. Daily Trust reports that the PDP lawmakers, led…
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Sheriff expresses shock over Supreme Court judgement
Former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, has expressed shock over the judgment of the Supreme Court which removed him from office on Wednesday.…
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On your marks: 2019 is close and Makarfi is already behind schedule
by Alexander O. Onukwue There are approximately twenty months between now and the next general elections in 2019, and Ahmed Makarfi, the now authenticated PDP Chairman, is already behind schedule.…
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What Buhari’s government can learn from PDP’s ended crises
by Alexander O. Onukwue The judgment delivered on Wednesday by the Supreme Court which declared Senator Ahmed Makarfi as the authentic Chairman of the Party was more than a definitive…
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Despite the court ruling, PDP will remain in “diaspora” – Lawan
Senate Majority Leader, Ahmed Lawan, on Wednesday said that the ruling by the Supreme Court was an indication that President Muhammadu Buhari’s government believed in separation of powers. He claimed that…
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Court’s ruling on the PDP has no consequence for our party – APC
The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, says that the party is not threatened by whoever becomes the PDP leader. He said this on Wednesday in Abuja…
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APC Chieftain urges PDP to rename the party
A Chieftain of All Progressive Congress (APC), Senator Abubakar Girei, has told the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), to rename the party. Girei, who represented Adamawa Central in the Senate, between…
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We should base our reconciliation on equity, equality and values – Makarfi
The Chairman of the National Caretaker Committee of the People Democratic Party (PDP), Ahmed Makarfi, has urged all the factions of the party to come together and move the party…
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Jonathan urges those who left the PDP to return, as he congratulates Ahmed Makarfi
Nigeria's former President, Goodluck Jonathan Wednesday reacted to the court ruling making Ahmed Makarfi the legitimate leader of the People's Democratic Party (PDP). In a statement on Facebook, the former…
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Ahmed Makarfi, Modu Sheriff, Ayodele Fayose | Here are the winners and losers from the PDP chairmanship tussle
The chairmanship tussle in the People's Democratic Party (PDP) came to an end on Wednesday as the Supreme Court declared former Kaduna governor, Ahmed Makarfi as the party's authentic chairman.…
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[The Legislative Blog] Senator Murray-Bruce has a word of caution for the PDP following the Supreme Court’s ruling
Senator Ben Murray-Bruce representing Bayelsa East senatorial district has urged the Peoples Democratic Party to come together in unity following the ruling of the Supreme Court declaring Senator Ahmed Makarfi as its authentic…
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Updated: Supreme Court confirms Makarfi PDP chairman, sacks Sheriff
The Supreme Court on Wednesday declared former Kaduna State governor, Ahmed Makarfi, as the authentic chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The apex court sacked the Ali Modu Sheriff faction…
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Osun West poll: PDP’s victory an evidence of unity – Makarfi
Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) caretaker committee, Ahmed Makarfi has said the victory of the party at the Osun senatorial poll was an indication that PDP was still…
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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 1st of July
Read the full stories and analyses on YNaija:
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy