Politics
Like Atiku ‘s son, Iyabo Obasanjo joins APC ahead of 2027 election
A source close to the former senator said that her reported decision to join the APC reflects her independence, noting that she is capable of making political choices regardless of public opinion or family influence.
• Iyabo Obasanjo
Iyabo Obasanjo, the first daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has completed her e-registration as a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State.
The former senator registered on Tuesday at Ibogun, Ward 11, Ifo Local Government Area of the state.
A former Chairman of Abeokuta South Local Government, Hon. Biodun Ajayi, described as one of the close allies of the Obasanjo family, confirmed that the registration was duly completed.
Ajayi, who currently serves as a Commissioner with the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), stated:“I can confirm to you that Iyabo Obasanjo on Tuesday completed her online registration as a member of our great party, the All Progressives Congress, at Ibogun Ward 11 Ifo Local Government.”
The Director of Publicity of the APC in Ogun State, Mr. Femi Nuberu, commented that the party’s focus remains on the smooth conduct of the exercise rather than the status of any individual registrant.
“The APC registration process is free, open and accessible to every Nigerian citizen aged 18 years and above, in line with the party’s constitution.
Our primary concern is the successful and inclusive conduct of this exercise, not the individual status of any particular person,” he said.
He explained that all registration activities are domiciled at the ward level and handled by designated officials, adding that the party is encouraged by the influx of new members across Ogun State.
Nuberu attributed the development to what he described as the positive reception of the APC-led administration at both the federal and state levels under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Dapo Abiodun, respectively.
However, a source close to the former senator said that her reported decision to join the APC reflects her independence, noting that she is capable of making political choices regardless of public opinion or family influence.
Iyabo Obasanjo had earlier acknowledged awareness of the billboards bearing her image, stating that they were erected by her supporters.
She also maintained that while she is “not keen on contesting any political office in 2027,” her political future remains in the hands of God and her supporters.
Politics
Again, Desmond Elliot begs political mentor,Gbajabiamila , “I’m sorry, Daddy”
The latest apology is not the first time Elliot has publicly sought forgiveness from Gbajabiamila over the political disagreement.
“I’m sorry. I have no excuse; I have nothing other than to say I’m deeply sorry. I’m deeply sorry, sir. And in our culture, we prostrate. Don’t be angry, Daddy.”
The above statement was made by
The lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly also reaffirmed his loyalty to the APC leadership and appealed for an end to any disagreement between him and Gbajabiamila.
The latest apology is not the first time Elliot has publicly sought forgiveness from Gbajabiamila over the political disagreement.
During an earlier appearance on TVC’s Your View, Elliot acknowledged that he may have offended his political mentor through his political engagements, while maintaining that any misunderstanding between them was not deliberate.
“I’m not saying, oh, yes, media will come out, oh yes, Desmond begs again. Yes, because he’s my egbon. And I grew up learning everything I knew in politics through him,” he said.
He added, “To err is human, to forgive is divine. So I’m sorry, my daddy, if I’ve offended you in any way.”
The dispute occurred amid the political tensions surrounding the Lagos State House of Assembly leadership crisis, during which Gbajabiamila said he faced difficulties at the Presidency over allegations concerning Elliot’s political activities.
Politics
I will concede defeat if 2027 election is credible — Obi
However, Obi maintained that he won the 2023 presidential election, saying those who conducted the poll knew what happened.
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has declared that he will concede defeat in the 2027 presidential election if the poll is free, fair and credible.
Obi stated this in an interview aired on Arise TV on Thursday, saying he would respect the will of Nigerians if they chose another candidate.
“If the election is free, fair and credible, I will because it’s an election. It’s the people that would say who they want to serve, and I will respect the will of the people; that’s democracy,” he said.
However, Obi maintained that he won the 2023 presidential election, saying those who conducted the poll knew what happened.
“I did, and I will maintain that as long as I live that I won the 2023 election. Those who conducted it know the records; they know why there was a glitch and what happened,” he said.
Fielding question on what about “turn-by-turn” presidency, Obi said elections should not be determined by tribe or religion.
“Election should not be driven by tribe or religion. Today, in terms of qualification, I’m qualified to be president of Nigeria. I have the competence; I have been all over the world studying what it takes to be president of a country, and I know what I can do to turn around this country in the right direction.”
Politics
Trump promises $5,000 ‘dividend’ to U.S. citizens if Republicans win midterms
It is estimated that the total proposed “Trump dividend” payout would cost more than $1 trillion — raising questions about how such an expense would be funded and its impact on fiscal strain facing the Federal budget.
U.S. President Donald Trump has promised every adult American citizen a $5,000 “dividend” if the Republicans are victorious at the upcoming midterm elections.
Americans will vote in the midterms in early November, with the Democrats currently projected to win control of the House of Representatives.
Such a result would likely create barriers to Trump’s legislative agenda and send a signal about public opinion on the president’s policy mix throughout his second presidential term.
“Here is my promise: if the Republicans win the House of Representatives and the United States Senate, both of them… because of our tremendous strength and success economically, I will issue a dividend to every adult citizen in the United States of America for $5,000,” he told a crowd at the GOP’s midterm convention in Dallas.
“I’m asking you to pretend that I’m on the ballot,” he added.
It is estimated that the total proposed “Trump dividend” payout would cost more than $1 trillion — raising questions about how such an expense would be funded and its impact on fiscal strain facing the Federal budget.
The potential payout compares to the $1.27 trillion the U.S.
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