Politics
Natasha accuses Akpabio, Bello of using fake constituents to initiate her recall process
The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has insisted that the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, initiated her recall process using fake constituents.
On Tuesday, supporters from Kogi Central’s five local government areas gathered early in Ihima, Okehi LGA, to welcome the PDP lawmaker.
Natasha received a rousing welcome from supporters despite a government ban on rallies and processions.
However, the Senator in a statement issued Wednesday challenged Bello to tell the world where he manufactured the names of those fake constituents calling for her recall.
She noted: “All available evidence and facts point directly to Bello as the mastermind behind the recall move.”
Akpoti-Uduaghan cited Bello’s past actions before and during the 2023 general election when he was accused of orchestrating multiple attacks against her, then a candidate.
The senator described the recall attempt as a continuation of Bello’s political vendetta against her person.
She added: “I will advise the former governor to rather focus on clearing his name over allegations of fraudulent diversion of N89.2 billion, instead of attempting to destabilize the mandate given to me by the people of Kogi Central.
“The former governor’s hands are already full with corruption allegations, yet he is still bent on frustrating the will of the people.
“His actions before and during the last general elections, where he sponsored numerous attacks against me, are well documented.
This recall attempt is nothing but another ploy to undermine the people’s will,” “It is now very clear to the whole world how popular I am in my constituency. The powers that be did try to suppress the will of the people but my people emphatically said no. No to injustice, no to exploitation of women, no to fake recall, no to Yahaya Bello and his allies.
“They (My people) came out en masse to resist government intimidation. We thank them for the massive show of love. We also thank our oppressors because their actions have now made them more unpopular while we gained more support.
“As more me, I will do more for my people. I will not betray them. I will continue to give my best and they should be rest- assured of our best representation all the time,” the Senator said.
Politics
Why I’m Returning Back to APC – Yusuf
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, will on Monday join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) following his resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, will on Monday join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) following his resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).
This new development is confirmed by the spokesperson of the Governor, Sunusi Bature who noted that after years of political engagement across different platforms, prevailing realities of governance, national cohesion and development necessitated his return to the APC, which he described as a familiar and structured platform for progressive governance.
Governor Yusuf stated that rejoining the APC would further strengthen cooperation with the Federal Government, accelerate infrastructural development, enhance security coordination and improve service delivery across Kano State.
He added that the decision would also consolidate political stability and unity in the state.
Politics
BREAKING: Kano’s Governor Yusuf Resigns from NNPP
Governor Yusuf pointed to persistent internal disputes and legal challenges that have continued to unsettle the party’s structure nationwide.
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), citing deepening internal crises and the need to safeguard the broader interest of the people of Kano State.
The governor in a statement signed by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa ,said that the governor has written a letter addressed to the Chairman of Diso-Chiranchi Ward, NNPP, Gwale Local Government Area, and officially communicate his decision to withdraw from the party with effect from Friday 23rd January 2026.
Governor Yusuf expressed appreciation to the party for the platform and support extended to him throughout his political engagement with the NNPP.
Governor Yusuf pointed to persistent internal disputes and legal challenges that have continued to unsettle the party’s structure nationwide.
According to the Governor, the internal disagreements have widened divisions and weakened cohesion within the party.
The Governor is resigning today along with 21 members of the State Assembly, 8 members of the House of Representatives and 44 Local Government Chairmen of Kano state.
The resignation letter was acknowledged by the party Secretary, Diso-Chiranchi Ward, Hon.
Kabiru Zubairu who commended the Governor for his laudable projects on infrastructure, urban renewal, health, education and economic empowerment.
Politics
APC begins nationwide memberships e-registration
APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, in a post obtained from APC’s X handle on Friday, said the exercise is being conducted in all wards nationwide.
•APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka
The All Progressives Congress has invited all stakeholders, supporters, and members, both old and new, to participate in its ongoing Membership Electronic-Registration Exercise across the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory.
APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, in a post obtained from APC’s X handle on Friday, said the exercise is being conducted in all wards nationwide.
“Existing members are expected to validate their membership, while new and intending members are encouraged to register and join the party.
Participants must be 18 years or older and possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN) to complete the registration process,” he said.
Morka said that the e-Registration exercise is designed to digitise the Party’s membership register, ensure the integrity of records, provide efficient access to membership data for planning and management decisions, promote internal democracy, and strengthen APC’s commitment to democratic innovation in Nigeria.
He urged all eligible Nigerians to take part in the exercise and join the progressive family of Nigeria’s ruling party.
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