by Salihu Tanko Yakasai Let me categorically state that, we the majority members of APC in Kano can comfortably sacrifice Shekarau to have Kwankwaso on board, anyday, anytime and a gazillion times over. Last Thursday, October 31st 2013, the All Progressives Congress party APC delegation headed by its National Chairman Bisi Akande, together with the... Read More

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November 7, 2013

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On the march again: Tinubu, Buhari visit Kwara and Sokoto to woo governors

by ‘Jola Sotubo The plan by the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to add members of rival party, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) , to its ranks has achieved nationwide status. The leaders, who visited Rivers State this week to convince Governor Rotimi Amaechi to join their team, also reportedly extended their strategy visits... Read More

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November 1, 2013

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Opinion: Jonathan’s conference- An update

by Amanze Obi Tinubu’s lack of confidence in the proposed conference has since gone viral. Opposition elements from the fold of the APC have, even without devoting a proper thought to the idea, chosen to condemn and dismiss it. From the way they have spoken, it is obvious that the idea is bad for the... Read More

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October 13, 2013

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Most of my critics wish to be in government – Reuben Abati opens up, faults #OccupyNigeria protests

by Akan Ido Dr. Reuben Abati, the Special Adviser to President Goodluck Jonathan on Media and Publicity is a man with strong opinions and is not afraid to express them. Abati, who was the former chairman of the editorial board of the Guardian Newspapers has been widely faulted for pitching tent with a government he... Read More

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August 22, 2013

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Kayode Komolafe: The political issues and non-issues

by Kayode Komolafe There are enough issues to occupy the attention of any party or politician interested in discussing them with the aim of finding solutions to problems confronting the people. That is why the political parties should embrace politics of ideas. The recent exchange of tirades between the presidency and the newly registered, political... Read More

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August 17, 2013

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Opinion: Memo to APC’s Bisi Akande – Your rhetoric isn’t helping your party

by Ekerete Udoh Mr. Chairman, I am afraid if you don’t begin to weave a beautiful narrative on a different governance model and reduce your personal attacks on the president, you may find out rather belatedly that Nigerians have already soured on your party and once they had defined you along certain lines, it would... Read More

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August 16, 2013

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Opinion: Of presidential cry babies and kindergarten president

by Sunday Akin Dare Bisi Akande is the leader of an opposition party, a partisan political figure. If they saw fit to reply, the response should have come from the PDP’s over-exercised mouth. The statement issued by Reuben Abati the official spokesperson for the presidency on 11th of August 2013 criticizing the interim chairman of... Read More

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August 11, 2013

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War of words: Respect your age and don’t be rude – Jonathan fires back at Bisi Akande, APC

by Isi Esene The Presidency has taken exception to statements made by leaders of the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) describing it as not only rude, but also false. In a statement released today and signed by the president’s special adviser on Media and Publicity, Reuben Abati saying Bisi Akande, the APC Interim Chairman “has... Read More

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August 7, 2013

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“Come and join us”: Bisi Akande extends APC invitation to Jonathan

by Oge Okonkwo The interim national chairman of the APC, Bisi Akande stated in Abuja yesterday that President Goodluck Jonathan is welcome to the All Progressives Congress (APC), if he is tired of the crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) disclosing that the presidential candidate of the party for 2015 general election will emerge after the... Read More

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June 11, 2013

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Who wears the crown? Bisi Akande, Tom Ikimi battle for APC chairmanship

by Isi Esene The National Chairman of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), Chief Bisi Akande is currently in a battle against Chief Tom Ikimi to clinch the chairmanship position of the yet to be registered All Progressives Congress (APC). This follows the ceding of the position of the interim national chairman of the APC... Read More

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February 7, 2013

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It’s APC, y’all! ACN, CPC, two others form All Progressive Congress

by Akan Ido The plan to form a mega party with the strength and capability to give the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) a run for its money in upcoming elections is well underway as four political parties; the Action Congress of Nigeria, All Nigeria Peoples Party, All Progressive Grand Alliance and the Congress for Progressive... Read More

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January 25, 2013

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CNN interview: “He has lost touch with reality…” – Jonathan comes under fire

by Isi Esene The Wednesday night interview granted by President Goodluck Jonathan to CNN’s Christian Amanpour continues to elicit reactions from observers. The president was quizzed on the present state of electricity supply in the country, endemic corruption, insecurity, and particularly the menace of terrorism as exemplified by the Boko Haram Islamic sect. In his... Read More

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December 27, 2012

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Slow govt.: “Nigerians are tired of his excuses…” – Opposition parties tackle Jonathan

by Akan Ido Reactions have continued to pour in over President Goodluck Jonathan’s statement which tried to justify his administration’s slow pace. On Wednesday, during a Christmas church service, Jonathan had explained that his government is perceived to be slow because it tries to properly think through issues so as to avoid making costly mistakes.... Read More

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December 3, 2012

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PDP won’t escape defeat in 2015 – Bisi Akande talks tough, as usual

by Akan Ido The Action Congress of Nigeria has complained about the hurdles necessary for opposition parties to overcome in forming a merger. This was disclosed by the ACN National Chairman, Bisi Akande, who described the guidelines as “cumbersome”. Akande said this in London while giving a progress report of the talks between his party... Read More

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October 21, 2012

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#OndoHasDecided: ACN refuses to accept defeat, vows to scrutinize electoral process

by Isi Esene The Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) appears not to be taking its loss in the recently concluded Ondo State governorship election with equanimity. The party, through its National Chairman, Bisi Akande said it will closely scrutinize the outcome of the election before deciding on the next line of action. The party said,... Read More

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June 24, 2012

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“Kangaroo election” – Ondo ACN aspirants kick against (s)election of Akeredolu

by Stanley Azuakola Once again, the tradition of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) in shunning democratic primaries in favour of hand-picking candidates is causing ripples within the party. In Ondo State, the party recently selected the former president of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Rotimi Akeredolu, as its governorship candidate for the October 20 polls. This... Read More

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Kayode Komolafe: The political issues and non-issues

Opinion: Memo to APC’s Bisi Akande – Your rhetoric isn’t helping your party

Opinion: Of presidential cry babies and kindergarten president

War of words: Respect your age and don’t be rude – Jonathan fires back at Bisi Akande, APC

“Come and join us”: Bisi Akande extends APC invitation to Jonathan

Who wears the crown? Bisi Akande, Tom Ikimi battle for APC chairmanship

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“Kangaroo election” – Ondo ACN aspirants kick against (s)election of Akeredolu

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