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Imo APC Generates ₦1,459,000,000 from Expression of Interest, Nomination Forms

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8 months ago

August 31, 2024

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By Dan Opara

Though it is in a public domain but in a recent investigative report by ThePressman Newspaper crew, it has been confirmed that the Imo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has amassed a staggering sum of ₦1,459,000,000 through the sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms.

₦1,459,000,000 (One billion, four hundred fifty-nine million naira).

This impressive sum reflects the high level of interest and investment from prospective candidates vying for positions within the party.

The breakdown of this amount is as follows: For the chairmanship positions, 213 aspirants purchased forms at ₦3,000,000 each, totaling ₦639,000,000.

Meanwhile, 820 candidates for the councilorship positions acquired forms priced at ₦1,000,000 each, amounting to ₦820,000,000.

The combined total from these sales comes to ₦1,459,000,000.

Despite the significant revenue generated, the excitement among the aspirants has been overshadowed by recent developments.

Governor Hope Uzodimma, the apex leader of Imo APC, has announced a shift to a consensus method for selecting candidates.

This decision has prompted frustration and disappointment among many aspirants who were hoping for a more democratic primary process based on popular support rather than internal party consensus.

The considerable funds raised underscore the financial impact of the party’s candidate selection process, as well as the substantial interest in political positions within Imo State.

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APC more divided than PDP – Damagum declares as he receives defectors

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3 hours ago

April 18, 2025

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The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Umar Iliya Damagum, has said that the All Progressives Congress, APC, is more divided than the PDP.

Damagum stated this while welcoming some members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, who defected to the PDP in Nguru and Bade Local Government Areas of Yobe State.

According to him, the PDP is always a formidable opposition force, noting that the party knows how to address any internal issues if they arise.

“If there is a crisis, we know how to solve it. We are united, and our leadership is intact.

“We have one chairman and one secretariat, while the ruling party cannot even hold a NEC meeting for almost two years. You can’t compare the two,” he said.

He pointed out that the ruling party has not been able to hold a National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in nearly two years.

“I don’t know why the media continues to report crises within our party,” he added.

Damagum reiterated that the PDP remains a strong and united brand, adding, “We are the party to beat.”

He maintained that the party’s doors are open to those who left in the past, as it prepares to build a credible force for the 2027 elections.

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2027 GENERAL ELECTION: Peter Obi is a “Social Media Candidate” – Wike

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4 hours ago

April 18, 2025

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‎According to Politics Nigeria Newspaper, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed the chances of Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in the 2027 general election, labelling him a “social media candidate.”
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‎Wike made the remark during a media interactive session held yesterday in Abuja, where he spoke on a range of political developments and national issues.
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‎The former Rivers State governor said Obi’s support base is largely online.
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SouthEast youths plan 5 million-man rally for Tinubu and former governor of Abia state, Orji Uzor Kalu, ‎

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April 18, 2025

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‎The Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL) has announced plans to organise a 5 million-man grand endorsement rally in support of President Bola Tinubu and Abia North senator, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu ahead of the 2027 general election.

‎This is contained in a statement jointly signed by the coalition’s President General, Comrade Goodluck Ibem and Publicity Secretary, Comrade Okey Nwaoru.
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‎The apex sociopolitical youth group in the South East geopolitical zone said the decision was taken after a meeting of its leadership.
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‎“The rally is scheduled to take place in Abia State, and we will mobilise 5 million citizens from across the South East geopolitical zone.
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