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Don’t get it twisted: I’m still a member of the G-7 – Gov. Aliyu insists
by 'Jola Sotubo Despite refusing to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) like most of his fellow aggrieved governors, the 'G-7', the Governor of Niger, Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu has said…
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The exodus continues: 22 senators leaving the PDP for APC
by Oke Efagene The power tussle between the People's Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Party (APC) is far from over, as about 22 senators elected on the platform…
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Amaechi and other governors didn’t leave PDP – Tukur
by 'Jola Sotubo Bamanga Tukur The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bamanga Tukur, has said that he is not aware of the defection of any member of…
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PDP crisis: Pres. Jonathan finally agrees to let Tukur go
by 'Jola Sotubo The major cause of agitation between the main body of the Peoples Democratic party (PDP) and the now defunct Abubakar Baraje-led faction of the group has finally…
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EFCC releases detained Jigawa Government officials
The 19 Jigawa State top government officials arrested by the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) and State Security Service (SSS) have been released. The Nation gathered that their…
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Amanze Obi: At last, the G-7 governors step out
by Amanze Obi No doubt, the Baraje group within the PDP tried its hands on relevance outside the umbrella of the original PDP but it failed severally. That was why…
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PDP crisis: Jonathan meets G-7 governors, ready to shift grounds
by Adeola Balogun An end might finally be in sight to the crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as President Jonathan will reportedly meet with the 7 aggrieved governors…
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PDP crisis: Oyinlola needs no further permission to resume as secretary, new faction insists
by 'Jola Sotubo The members of the Abubakar Baraje-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) rejoiced in their victory when their comrade and former Governor of Osun State, Olagunsoye…
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OBJ to the rescue: Ex-President moves to reconcile Tukur, Oyinlola
by 'Jola Sotubo In an attempt to stem the current crisis which has torn apart the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP), party stalwart and former President Olusegun Obasanjo is set…
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PDP crisis: Presidency reportedly holding behind-the-scenes talks with aggrieved governors [DETAILS]
by Adeola Balogun According to emerging reports, peace talks between the Presidency and the 7 governor members of the Abubakar Baraje-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) might not…
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‘We have unmistakable chemistry’: Baraje-led PDP faction hint at merger with the APC
by 'Jola Sotubo The budding relationship between members of the new faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been further…
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It gets even worse: Police disrupt meeting of Baraje-led PDP faction in Abuja
by 'Jola Sotubo The decision of the Kawu Baraje-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to keep pressing forward despite opposition is not without its challenges. The faction has…
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PDP crisis: Splinter group meets with APC stakeholders in Sokoto
by 'Jola Sotubo According to reports, the end of the factional separation of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) might just be near, but not through the re-absorption of the "New…
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PDP crisis: Baraje faction to hold caucus meeting despite warnings from Tukur
by Adeola Balogun Obviously undeterred by the many blows being thrown their way, the Abubakar Kawu Baraje-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has continued to press on and…
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PDP crisis: Baraje faction holds emergency meeting, set to ‘welcome 5 more governors’
by Tutu Akinlabi Despite suffering several defeats in court, the Abubakar Kawu Baraje-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has maintained a strong front. The party revealed that it…
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PDP crisis: Why we sealed off ‘New PDP’ office again – FCT Minister
by 'Jola Sotubo Just days after they received a double blow, one from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) refusing them recognition and another from the court system, the Alhaji…
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You must go: “New PDP” makes renewed call for Bamanga Tukur’s resignation as chairman
by 'Jola Sotubo Ever since the crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) began, the aggrieved members have stood firm on one demand and that is the sack of current…
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Opinion: PDP crisis – Why Tukur should be allowed to serve out his term in office
by Simon Christian Chukwu (Tukur) is from Adamawa state in Northeast, apparently the same geo-political zone and state with the dissident former vice-president, Atiku Abubakar. And going by the zoning…
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PDP crisis: Rebel governors are frustrating peace moves – Presidency
by 'Jola Sotubo According to the Presidency, the failed efforts to resolve the crisis tearing apart the Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) should be blamed on the governors who now belong…
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So true, so false: Several PDP govs are better than Fashola, even those of the ‘new PDP’ – Olisa Metuh
by Isi Esene The Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) are certainly not amused by the widespread notion that Goveernor Babatunde Fashola is the first among his peers in terms of performance…
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PDP crisis: Amaechi fires back at Tukur over APC sponsorship allegation
by Isi Esene The governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi has called to question allegations purportedly made by the chairman of the ruling Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) accusing him…
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Drama as court refuses to order re-opening of ‘new PDP’ secretariat
Another major blow hit the Kawu Baraje-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday. It failed in its attempt to get its national secretariat re-opened as a Lagos High…
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Funmi Egbemode: The PDP’s death wish
by Funmi Egbemode A colleague confident that PDP would bounce back said the party would do what it had always done and close ranks and shut all of us out.…
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PDP crisis: Why we want Tukur out – Kwankwaso, Aliyu reveal
Two of the ‘rebel’ governors in the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Governors Rabiu Kwankwaso of Kano and Babangida Aliyu, yesterday, opened up on the crisis in the party, saying their…
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PDP crisis: Jonathan rejects Obasanjo’s peace mission
by 'Jola Sotubo According to reports, President Goodluck Jonathan might have rebuffed former President Olusegun Obasanjo's attempts to broker peace in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Strong speculations have…
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“There is only one PDP and I’m firmly in charge” – Chairman, Bamanga Tukur talks tough
by Isi Esene Bamanga Tukur, the chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has come out in force to state his case in the internal squabble rocking the party and…
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PDP crisis: The tearing umbrella and the intriguing story so far
President Goodluck Jonathan and Dame Patience Jonathan by Isi Esene The crisis rocking the ruling Peoples Democratic Party does not seem to be abating as dissenting characters in the party…
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Taraba crisis: No! Suntai is not running a government by proxy – Governor’s camp tells Tukur
by Isi Esene Aides loyal to the ailing governor of Taraba State, Danbaba Suntai have warned the chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Bamanga Tukur to stay on the side…
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Someone’s not amused: Tukur blasts northern governors over visits to IBB and OBJ
by Isi Esene The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party is clearly not happy with the recent visit of four northern governors Sule Lamido, Rabiu Kwankwaso, Babangida Aliyu, Murtala Nyako…
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PDP crisis: Jonathan can’t sack Tukur – Presidency
by Chi Ibe Gulak (Photo- Punch) Special Adviser to the President on Political Matters, Ahmed Gulak has dismissed reports that five northern governors asked President Goodluck Jonathan to sack the Peoples Democratic Party…
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YMonitor
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- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
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- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
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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