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El-Sudi Accuses Stakeholders of Using Judiciary to Destabilise Taraba APC

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By Japhet Mule, Abuja

Taraba State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Barrister Ibrahim Tukur El-Sudi, has accused some party stakeholders of using the judiciary to destabilise the party in the state.

El-Sudi, who spoke to newsmen in Abuja, particularly accused a former deputy governor, acting governor and a former senator in the state, Alhaji Sani Abubakar Danladi of influencing a Federal High Court judge to give injunctions in favour of his (Danladi) camp.

The chairman said though the chapter is fully prepared to participate in the upcoming national convention of the party, the recent exparte motion granted in favour of the former senator’s camp, may put the Taraba chapter in disarray.

He said the Taraba chapter of the APC had appealed the judgement of Justice Simon Amobeda in which he nullified the congress that returned him as the chairman, but instead of the judge to fix a date for the determination or rejection of the appeal, he allegedly did not entertain the case.

“By procedure when the records of proceedings have not been transmitted to you, you have to file your notice of appeal in the same court that gave the judgment. And any application you want to make you have to do it in that same court.

So on the 1st of March he delivered judgment against us, restraining us from parading ourselves as the duly elected persons in the congress and that the congress was a nullity and that there should be a repeat of that congress. Just as those that took us to court have the right under the law to challenge whatever action is taken by the court, we equally have the right under the law to challenge his judgment in a higher court. So on the 4th of March 2022, we filed our notice of appeal and then a motion for stay of execution; an injunction to restrain the court from executing his judgment before him.

“What baffles us is we filed this motion on the 4th of March with notice of appeal but instead of him to give us a date and hear our motion because we knew the congress was going to take place on the 26th and there was need for him to take judicial action whether to accept or refuse and for us to now go to the higher court. He now blatantly refused to give us any date.

“On the 10th of March, our opponents filed an exparte motion seeking for him to restrain us from participating in the convention. And then under a motion on notice, he quickly granted them their relief. Restraining us from participating in the convention or parading ourselves as executives of APC in Taraba state and then he adjourned the matter to 31 of March,” El- Sudi said.

The chairman added that once a judge delivers judgement in a case, the judge ceases to take any further action in the same case.

“But this judge gave judgment and went ahead to give an interim injunction which was filed later than the file for stay of execution of his earlier judgement,” he said.

According to him, the judge’s insinuations that his camp disobeyed his court order was not tenable.

“We did not disobey any court order, we followed procedure by filing notice of appeal and then motion for stay of execution. Is that not a legal action and once you do that there are a plethora of decided cases both at the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal that says the moment you file these notices you are not in contempt of court. And that can be seen in the case of Doma versus Ogiri which was reported in 1997.

“One Nigerian Weekly Law reported that part 481 at page 322 the Court of Appeal clearly says that somebody who is not happy with a judgment and file up appeals against that judgment and files a stay cannot be held for contempt of court,” he added.

He called on the national structures of the party to wade into the crisis and save the Taraba chapter from implosion ahead of 2023 elections which the party under his leadership is poised to win overwhelmingly.

Efforts to get Senator Danladi to react to the allegation were fruitless. He did not pick calls made to his mobile phone number and did not reply to a WhatsApp message.

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Youth Leader Urges Stakeholders to Rally behind Dickson for 2027

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From Mike Tayese, Yenagoa

A Youth Leader from Bayelsa West Senatorial District, Alhaji Letugbene has called on stakeholders in Ekeremor and Sagbama Local Government Areas of Bayelsa State to close ranks and work together to return the Senator representing Bayelsa West Senatorial District, Seriake Dickson to the National Assembly come 2027.

Letugbene, who made the call recently said, Senator Dickson has performed creditably since he was elected and should be supported by all to continue his good work in the Senate, as there is no doubt in his political experience and leadership abilities and competence.
He particularly, appealed to the stakeholders and people of Ekeremor to rally round Senator Dickson because he remains the only and best option for the people of Bayelsa West who are clamouring for true representation.
”I want to call on my people in Ekeremor to join us to work together to return Senator Seriake Dickson back to the Senate in 2027.He has done well since he was elected and I’m convinced he will even do better for us” he said.According to him, Senator Dickson deserves the support of Ekeremor because he has impacted every community, noting that as a two-term governor, he cited several key projects in the LGA and appointed sons and daughters into key positions of trust, while as a federal lawmaker, he continues to impact the people positively.Letugbene, who is the National Vice Chairman of the Third Phase of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), also asserted, that Senator Dickson has taken the gauntlet left by the late Ijaw leader, Pa Edwin Clark, to face fire for the Ijaw Nation when it mattered most, noting that he stood his ground against intimidation and oppression to speak truth to power when issues affecting his people are on the front burner in the Red Chamber.He said Senator Dickson has remained vocal, courageous and fearless in the National Assembly, condemning the marginalization and oppression of the Ijaw Nation as well as other ethnic nationalities in the Niger Delta, while demanding equity, fairness and justice for the people.Letugbene, however, bemoaned the actions of a few misguided stakeholders from Ekeremor who are whipping up sentiments against Senator Dickson through propaganda and claims that Sagbama is marginalizing Ekeremor over the Senate seat, urging them not to spread falsehood as the zoning formula in the area no longer existed and that anyone is free from either LGAs to contest the Senate and House of Representatives election in 2027.The ex-agitator, who passed a ‘vote of confidence’ on Senator Dickson, also enjoined beneficiaries of the Presidential Amnesty Programme from Ekeremor LGA to support the federal lawmaker because of his assertive and unwavering commitment to the upliftment and betterment of Bayelsa West, the Ijaw people and the Niger Delta in the Nigerian Federation.

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Ribadu, Mustapha’s Strategic Leadership Drive APC Reconciliation Success in Adamawa

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From Nicholas Dekera, Kaduna

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State has recorded a major breakthrough in its quest for internal cohesion and electoral strength with the formal submission of a comprehensive reconciliation report by the committee led by elder statesman, Senator Mohammed Mana.

The peace initiative, which has been widely applauded by stakeholders, is the outcome of a coordinated effort spearheaded by the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and the APC National Vice Chairman (North East), Comrade Mustapha Salihu.
The reconciliation committee was constituted after wide consultations among key political actors in the state, and with strategic input from the NSA, who is widely regarded as a stabilizing figure in Adamawa politics.
His role, sources said, was pivotal in setting the tone for an inclusive and credible reconciliation process.Working in close alignment with the NSA, Comrade Mustapha Salihu provided administrative coordination, strategic direction, and political leadership that anchored the peace-building effort and culminated in the successful submission of the report.Speaking at the event, Salihu described the development as a “New dawn” for the APC in Adamawa and a critical step toward repositioning the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.“This report marks a turning point in our collective efforts to strengthen the APC in Adamawa. It is the product of genuine dialogue, stakeholder engagement, and a shared commitment to unity. I sincerely thank all those who played a role in making this happen, particularly our National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, for his guidance and fatherly support throughout this process,” Salihu said.He emphasized that the reconciliation is not just about settling disputes but about laying a solid foundation for future electoral success by fostering inclusivity and rebuilding trust among party members.In recognition of these efforts, the Adamawa APC Unity Forum, led by Abubakar Hamma, issued a statement commending the leadership of both NSA Ribadu and Comrade Salihu.“The roles played by the NSA and our Zonal Vice Chairman were instrumental. Their guidance, commitment, and strategic oversight gave the committee the credibility and confidence it needed to deliver this crucial mandate. Their patriotism has rekindled hope in the APC project in Adamawa,” the statement read.Similarly, the Coalition of APC Youths Forum in Adamawa, led by Hon. Khalil Sajo, expressed optimism about the party’s future in the state, declaring that the reconciliation efforts had repositioned the party for victory.“We now have a united front. The distractions are over, and thanks to leaders like NSA Ribadu and Comrade Salihu, we are entering the 2027 race from a position of strength,” the youth leader added.It will be recalled that Comrade Mustapha Salihu recently donated a newly acquired 20-room duplex complex equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to serve as the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Adamawa State APC Secretariat. This, among several other gestures, reflects his unwavering commitment to the party’s growth and organizational readiness.Political observers believe that with this successful reconciliation and the backing of respected national figures like Mallam Nuhu Ribadu and Comrade Salihu, the APC in Adamawa is now better positioned to challenge for electoral dominance in the coming years.

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Why Northwest Governors Root for Tinubu as 2027 Sole Candidate

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From Nicholas Dekera, Kaduna

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in the North West Zone has boldly declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is on a clear path to victory in the 2027 presidential elections, citing the disarray in the opposition and the party’s growing unity and strength across the region.

This assertive position was contained in a communiqué read by the Coordinating Governor of the North West and Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, following a high-level stakeholders meeting of the APC held on Saturday in Kaduna.
The well-attended meeting brought together key political heavyweights including the APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt.
Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, Governors of Kebbi and Jigawa States, Deputy Governor of Katsina, Ministers, National and State Assembly members, and other top presidential aides from the zone.Governor Uba Sani noted that the stakeholders extensively assessed the state of the party and the performance of elected and appointed officials, and resolved to consolidate on the party’s political dominance across the zone.“One of the key takeaways from our robust deliberation is the undeniable fact that the opposition is in disarray,” he said. “But we must not be complacent. We must continue to deliver on our mandates and deepen the trust of our people. If we remain focused, the opposition stands no chance of recovering.”The stakeholders unanimously passed a vote of confidence on President Bola Tinubu, applauding what they described as his “progressive governance, inclusive leadership, and unwavering support to the North West.” Speaker Abbas moved the motion, which was seconded by Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State, and greeted with thunderous approval.Governor Sani further highlighted the President’s “uncommon support” for the North West, including the appointment of 12 ministers from the zone, two service chiefs, and major investments in security, infrastructure and agriculture.The communique concluded with a rallying call for unity and proactive grassroots mobilization as the APC prepares to extend its winning streak into the next election cycle.“The North West is firmly behind President Tinubu. With our collective commitment and strategic planning, 2027 will be another resounding victory for the APC,” Uba Sani affirmed.

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