Politics
JUST IN: Labour Party suspends Otti, Nwokocha, Kingibe, others
The Labour Party has announced the indefinite suspension of six prominent members, including Abia State Governor Alex Otti, Senators Darlington Nwokocha and Ireti Kingibe, over alleged anti-party activities.
Others suspended are Victor Afam Ogene, Amobi Ogah, and Seyi Sowumi.
The party’s National Executive Council said the decision followed the recommendations of a five-man Disciplinary Committee set up on May 2, 2025, to probe allegations of anti-party conduct.
In a statement signed by the National Secretary, Umar Farouk Ibrahim, on Wednesday, the party said the suspension takes immediate effect and bars the affected members from participating in any Labour Party activities.
The statement read, “Recall that last Friday, 2nd of May 2025, the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Labour Party set up a Five man Disciplinary Committee headed by the Deputy National Chairman, Dr.Ayo Olorunfemi, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, the National Secretary and three others to investigate Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti and any other party members over allegations of anti party activities.
“The Disciplinary Committee has concluded their assignment and has submitted their report to the party leadership.
The National Executive of the party met today May 7th, 2025 and after exhaustive deliberation in line with powers donated to it by the Party Constitution has ratified the recommendation as submitted by the Disciplinary Committee.
“Consequent upon that, the following members of the party have been suspended from the party and all its activities, indefinitely and with immediate effect.
1. Dr. Alex Otti;
2. Senator Ireti Kingibe;
3. Senator Darlington Nwokocha;
4. Hon. Victor Afam Ogene;
5. Hon. Amobi Ogah;
6. Hon. Seyi Sowunmi.”
The party also addressed the omission of Nenadi Usman from the suspension list, stating that she is not a registered member of the Labour Party, but a supporter of its 2023 presidential candidate.
“We are aware that she is a member of the Obidient Support group that worked and is still working for the party’s 2023 presidential candidate.
We will therefore not honour her with any sanction being not a member of the party,” the statement added.
It also accused Usman of lacking the moral authority to comment on corruption, citing her alleged plea bargain with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and purported asset forfeitures.
“She should also tell Nigerians how she acquired her radio station in Kaduna, all her properties all over Nigeria and abroad, her companies in Cameroon, including her plantations.
Nenadi Usman lacks the moral capacity to commence any probe or even talk about corruption,” the statement added.
Reaffirming its stance on political alliances, the Labour Party said it would not join any coalition or merger ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“Labour Party intends to prosecute the 2027 general election as stand alone party and no further discussion will be entertained on this matter,” the statement concluded
Politics
INEC Registers 171 New parties seeking to govern Nigeria
The commission urged applicants to be patient and avoid practices that could delay their approval.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has registered 171 new political parties.
In a statement on Thursday, INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, said that since the last update, 19 more letters of intent have been received, bringing the total to 171 as of September 3, 2025.
“Details of the latest submissions are available on our website,” the updated list has been published on the commission’s website and other official platforms,“ Olumekun said.
He added that a review committee set up by the commission had completed its assessment of the applications and submitted recommendations for final consideration.
“As earlier announced, a shortlist of pre-qualified associations is being finalised for the next stage of the registration process,” he said.
The commission urged applicants to be patient and avoid practices that could delay their approval.
“We appeal to associations to remain patient as we conclude the process.
Frequent changes to logos, acronyms, and addresses, or multiple applications by one association, only cause delays.
In some cases, interim leaders have defected to other associations or existing parties, further slowing the process,” Olumekun warned.
Politics
Fubara To Resume Sept 18 as Puppet Governor
A source at the Presidential Villa in Abuja told journalists that Fubara was required to relinquish control over all governance structures as a precondition for reinstatement.
Siminalayi Fubara is expected to return as governor of Rivers State on September 18, marking the end of the six-month state of emergency imposed by President of Bola Tinubu on the state on March 18.
A source at the Presidential Villa in Abuja told journalists that Fubara was required to relinquish control over all governance structures as a precondition for reinstatement.
“He will not control the local government and the Rivers State House of Assembly. This is to ensure that peace reigns,” the source said.
“On his return, he will be handed the list of commissioners, which he will pass on to the House of Assembly for approval.”
The source furthermore disclosed that key appointments, project priorities, capital projects and major expenditures will be decided from Abuja.
This move is intended to prevent clashes between Fubara and lawmakers, the source said, noting that “Wike will take all the bullets” for the governor.
Politics
Niger State: Gov Bago Dissolves Cabinet
Bago assured that in a week or two, he will constitute a new cabinet, adding that he has reviewed everyone’s performance.
Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago on Monday dissolved his cabinet during the weekly State Executive Council Meeting, warning the outgone commissioners against lobbying anyone for any position.
He ordered the Permanent Secretaries to take over affairs of the ministries pending when new commissioners will be inaugurated.
“Don’t lobby anyone, no one can lobby me. As you leave here, please hand over to the Permanent Secretaries in your ministries,” he said.
Bago assured that in a week or two, he will constitute a new cabinet, adding that he has reviewed everyone’s performance.
He said that while some performed well, others did not perform very well.
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