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Mr. Val’s defection from the Labour Party (LP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) was indeed a highly miscalculated move- John Okenwa

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I do my best to avoid political takes but Mr.Ozigbo’s recent outing woke me up like a loud neighbor.

As a student of strategy, I’d argue that Mr. Val’s defection from the Labour Party (LP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) was indeed a highly miscalculated move,

One that could very well have been orchestrated or at least capitalized on by the ruling party to dilute his influence ahead of the Anambra governorship election in November…..allegedly.

For someone that has a strong corporate track record which marks him a genius, his political moves raise eyebrows.

A charismatic figure with a strong grassroots following just seemed to squander his momentum by abandoning the Labour party (LP), a party whose ticket he would have comfortably won and still remained on the ballot and with Peter Obi’s populist appeal, he had higher chances of the odds being in his favour this time.

Instead he went for the APC which struggles to resonate in the South-East particularly Anambra, due to its national reputation and limited regional foothold.

Their trick? Welcome him in, promise him the big prize of being their candidate, then let him flop in the primaries… 67 votes for him as against Dr. Nicholas’ 1455 votes.

Ouch! The APC didn’t just edge him out,they quietly shrank his influence,leaving his ‘Obidient supporters’ highly disappointed at his move.

A master stroke by the APC if you ask me…alas he would be compensated with a federal appointment.

In the coming Anambra election, the battleground will be shaped by perception and credibility.

The electorate, now more politically aware, will be watching closely not just for party manifestos, but for authenticity, consistency, and grassroots alignment.

With the APGA still commanding strong loyalty in various parts of the state, and APC struggling to connect with the average voter, the fragmentation of the opposition may ironically hand APGA an edge if they play their cards right.

Now, Governor Soludo is chilling in the APGA driver’s seat, counting his money and watching the mess.

Unless Ozigbo recalibrates quickly and rebuilds trust across both the elite and grassroots structures, his momentum may stall. In this election, optics and timing will be everything.

Soludo’s probably going to win unless the others are smart enough, but Dr. Ozigbo’s slip-up handed the APC a softer landing and lesser forces to deal with. They’re probably somewhere laughing while he’s left kicking dirt.

Politics is a wild game, and Ozigbo just traded his gold for a lump of coal.

The lessons are there for you to pick

Let me know what you think about it in the comments.

Cheers to a glorious week

 

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Nothing new to reveal – Presidency reacts to US court order on Tinubu’s records

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The Presidency on Sunday, reacted to the United States, US, District Court of Columbia ordering the Federal Bureau of Intelligence, FBI, to reveal President Bola Tinubu’s information.

Tinubu’s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga said there was nothing new to reveal about the case.

Onanuga said reports by Agent Moss of the FBI and the DEA have been in the public space for more than 30 years.

Reacting to questions from journalists, Onanuga said the reports did not indict the Nigerian leader.

Ekwutosblog had reported that Judge Beryl Howell gave the order on Tuesday.

The development followed a motion by Aaron Greenspan, an American who is seeking a reconsideration of an earlier ruling.

 

Howell said protecting the information from public disclosure is “neither logical nor plausible.”

Greenspan had accused the FBI of violating the Freedom of Information Act, FOIA, by failing to release within the statutory time “documents relating to purported federal investigations into” Tinubu and one Abiodun Agbele.

Tinubu was claimed to have forfeited $460,000 to the American government in 1993 after authorities linked the funds to proceeds of narcotics trafficking.

Reacting, Onanuga posted on X: “Journalists have sought the Presidency’s reaction to the ruling last Tuesday by a Washington DC judge ordering the US FBI and DEA to release reports connected with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

“Our response is as follows:

“There is nothing new to be revealed. The report by Agent Moss of the FBI and the DEA report have been in the public space for more than 30 years.

“The reports did not indict the Nigerian leader. The lawyers are examining the ruling.”

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Gov Nwifuru didn’t sign any agreement to relinquish power in 2027- Ebonyi APC

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The Ebonyi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress,APC, has said that there was no agreement reached at any point that the State Governor, Francis Nwifuru would relinquish his position in 2027 after serving a single term of four years.

In a statement issued on Sunday, by the state Publicity Secretary of APC, Ogbuatu Chidi Simbad, the Party made it clear that such a claim was false and misleading.

According to Ogbuatu: “Let this be clear: Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru is not leaving after four years. There was no agreement to the contrary, and any such claim is false and misleading”.

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Gov Nwifuru didn’t sign any agreement to relinquish power in 2027- Ebonyi APC

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The Ebonyi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress,APC, has said that there was no agreement reached at any point that the State Governor, Francis Nwifuru would relinquish his position in 2027 after serving a single term of four years.

In a statement issued on Sunday, by the state Publicity Secretary of APC, Ogbuatu Chidi Simbad, the Party made it clear that such a claim was false and misleading.

According to Ogbuatu: “Let this be clear: Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru is not leaving after four years. There was no agreement to the contrary, and any such claim is false and misleading”.

“There was never any agreement to stop a man who is fulfilling destiny. Let this be clear: Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru is not leaving after four years. There was no agreement to the contrary, and any such claim is false and misleading”.

“It is a fact that since the creation of Ebonyi State, no governor has ever ruled for just one term. History supports continuity, and today is no different”.

“Now, a few individuals who once watched from the sidelines are trying to distract and confuse the people. But their imagination only reveals the content of their own minds. Ebonyians know better”.

He stressed that the party would not succumb to any intimidation or force from any individual or group.

The APC spokesman said: “the strength of the APC in Ebonyi was not built through intimidation or force. It was built on unity, humility, peace, and most important “Good governance”. The government’s unwavering commitment to fulfilling its promises has earned her the trust and love of the people”.

The Party further commended Governor Nwifuru for his visionary leadership and commitment to good governance in the state.

“It is no longer news that Ebonyi State, under the dynamic leadership of His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru is on the right path to greatness. Governor Nwifuru’s led administration is focused on building a stronger, better state, one that is greater than it was met. Governance is a continuum, and this present government is committed to sustaining progressive policies for lasting economic and infrastructural growth, Ogbuatu added.

He noted that the State APC under the chairmanship of Chief Stanley Okoro-Emegha has met will aggrieved members during his tour across the 13 Council areas and 171 wards, and assured them of reconciliation, peace and inclusiveness.

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House of Representatives Forms 19-Member Ad-Hoc Committee to Oversee Rivers State Amid Political Crisis

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The Nigerian House of Representatives has established a 19-member ad-hoc committee to oversee the administration of Rivers State following President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency.

This decision comes amid a political crisis in the state, primarily driven by a power struggle between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike.

The committee’s formation aligns with the Senate’s resolution to invoke Section 11, Subsection 4 of the Nigerian Constitution, granting the National Assembly authority to set up an oversight body for Rivers State’s governance during the emergency period. Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas was sworn in as the sole administrator of the state, effectively sidelining local governance structures.

The House’s action has sparked debate, with some questioning the constitutional process, including claims of insufficient votes and lack of communication with Speaker Tajudeen Abass.

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