Politics
Soludo Rally Supports for APGA Ahead of Sept 28 LG Election
By Christian Aburime
▪︎Governor Charles Soludo, during the rally at Dr Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka.
The National Leader of the All Progressives Grand Alliance ( APGA) and Governor of Anambra State, Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has taken to the streets to rally support for the party, ahead of the local government election coming up on the 28th of September, 2024
Governor Soludo excitedly led the APGA-faithfuls in a mega rally campaign at the Dr Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka, the capital city of Anambra state.
Governor Soludo told the party’s faithful that the aim of the campaign was to encourage party loyalists to go out and campaign, vote and be voted for during the upcoming Saturday election.
The Governor emphasized the importance of the grassroots elections, stating that it sets the direction for the development of the state.
He said : “It is evident that APGA is Anambra and Anambra is APGA.
“The conduct of the local government election is a promise made and promise kept, even though many did not believe during the campaigns.
“We promised to build the institutional mechanism and legal framework.
“Since 1998, Anambra had the first election and the second in 2014, during the last lap of the then Governor Obi. We are going to organize another election this month.
The governor further reaffirmed, “Anambra is 85/90 per cent APGA.
“We planned to do it in December, but the Supreme Court judgement prevailed, which is why we brought it forward”; he stated.
The Governor further revealed that about nine political parties are participating in the elections, but only APGA fielded candidates in all the elective positions.
The Governor expressed his love for the party, assuring of continuation and consolidation of progressivism, enumerating the various achievements of his administration under the platform including road infrastructure, building human capital that is productive at home and exportable abroad, technology and innovation agenda, among others.
The governor further reaffirmed, “Anambra is 85/90 per cent APGA.
“APGA remains intact and one united, indivisible, strong political party under the chairmanship of Barr Sly Ezeokenwa.
“We have a task and mission to bring peace, stability to the country and we are ready to contribute to national discussion.
“We are ready to partner everyone. We are moving to the next stage of local government administration in Anambra State,” the Governor added.
The State Chairman of the party, Barr Ifeatu Obiokoye who set the tone of the event stressed that the party is ready to go to the field and canvass for support.
The National Chairman of APGA, Barr. Sly Ezeokenwa pointed out that Anambra is performing well in all sectors, which is a good example for others to emulate.
Former National Chairmam of the party, Dr. Victor Oye, emphasized that there is no opposition to APGA, that the party remains indestructible, beckoning on APGA members to remain focused.
Speaking variously, Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu, Dr. Paschal Agbodike, Rt. Hon. Chuma Okoye, Chief Dozie Nwankwo, emphasized that the state of the party is strong, pointing out that they are all seeing the good work of APGA in the state, calling for more support.
The Deputy Governor, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim accompanied the Governor to the event which also featured drums, music and dance with the party insignias, as well as hand over of flags to the party flag bearers by the state Chairman.
APGA, which is the current ruling party in Anambra state, has been working hard to retain its hold on Anambra state
The party has been campaigning aggressively, touting its achievements in the areas of security, infrastructure, job creation, among others.
A total of 21 local government areas will be participating in the elections. The race promises to be keenly contested, with several political parties vying for the available positions.
APGA, under the leadership of Governor Soludo, is strongly seeking to consolidate its grip on power, considering the outstanding performance of Governor Soludo just less than three years in office
Politics
Governor Adeleke Resigns from PDP
The resignation was contained in a letter dated November 4, 2925 , and addressed to the PDP Chairman for ward 2, Sagba Abogunde of Ede North Local government, Osun State.
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has resigned his membership of the People’s Democratic Party(PDP).
Mallam Olawale Rasheed,Spokesperson to the State Governor, who confirmed the development, said that the resignation was contained in a letter dated November 4, 2925 , and addressed to the PDP Chairman for ward 2, Sagba Abogunde of Ede North Local government, Osun State.
The letter reads as follows: “Due to the current crisis within the national leadership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), I hereby resign my membership of the PDP with immediate effect.
“I thank the People’s Democratic Party for the opportunities given to me for my elections as a Senator (Represented Osun West) and as Governor of Osun State under the People’s Democratic Party”, the governor noted in the letter personally signed by him.
Politics
Governor Oyebanji Forwards former Commissioners Name for Screening
In a statement signed by Olayinka Oyebode Special Adviser (Media) to Ekiti State Governor, said that the decision to re-present the former commissioners for consideration by the State Assembly was jointly taken by the leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and critical stakeholders of the party in Ekiti State, who impressed it on the Governor to retain the team.
Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has forwarded a list of nominees to the State House of Assembly for screening and consideration for appointment as Commissioners in a bid to reconstitute his cabinet.
The list comprised of commissioners who were members of the State Executive Council that was dissolved by the Governor on August 10, 2025.
In a statement signed by Olayinka Oyebode Special Adviser (Media) to Ekiti State Governor, said that the decision to re-present the former commissioners for consideration by the State Assembly was jointly taken by the leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and critical stakeholders of the party in Ekiti State, who impressed it on the Governor to retain the team.
The decision was hinged on the need for the party to go into the June 20, 2026 Ekiti State Governorship election as a united family.
It is believed that appointing a new set of commissioners barely seven months to the election could be counter-productive.
Recall that the party leadership, the leadership of various towns and communities and other critical stakeholders, worked with the screening committee set up by the Governor, in the selection, nomination and appointment of the Commissioners and and other appointees in 2023.
Governor Oyebanji, had at the inception of his administration, said the party and leaders of various towns and communities in the State would play crucial roles in the process leading to the appointment of people into offices in order to make them accountable to the people.
Politics
2027: I won’t be a Vice President to anybody – Amaechi
Amaechi insisted that his ambition is solely to become the President of the country and not Vice President.Amaechi distanced himself from any alliance aimed at making him a running mate.
The former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi declared that he won’t run as a vice-presidential candidate with the former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, or be part of any joint presidential ticket in the 2027 elections.
Amaechi declared that he is running for the presidency and will not be a running mate to anybody.
His statement comes after Atiku’s political ally and media entrepreneur, Dele Momodu, suggested that Atiku might consider the former Rivers State governor should the 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, declines to run with him.
According to Momodu, “A lot of people are underrating Amaechi. Amaechi single-handedly handed power to Buhari. Amaechi did quite well when he was governor of Rivers State. Amaechi mobilised more than any other person for Buhari, even more than Tinubu. If Obi does not make up his mind or chooses to run alone, then I believe the mantle might fall on Rotimi Amaechi.”
In response through his media aide, David Iyofor, Amaechi insisted that his ambition is solely to become the President of the country and not Vice President.Amaechi distanced himself from any alliance aimed at making him a running mate.
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