Peter Obi Set To Declare 2027 Presidential Bid, New Party That Will Defeat APC... Read More.

 Barring any last minute chance, Peter Obi is getting ready to declare his interest in the 2027 presidential election.

Sources close to the former Labour Party candidate revealed that he is not open to being a running mate, especially not to Atiku Abubakar, whom he previously deputised in 2019 under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

This move is unfolding as Atiku explores the possibility of joining forces with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), following failed talks between his camp and Obi’s team.

A recent meeting in London, which lasted three days and involved key figures from both sides, reportedly ended without agreement.

Obi is expected to make a public declaration within the week and may also reveal the political platform he intends to use.

Those familiar with the situation insisted that he is determined to contest as a presidential candidate, not as a vice president.

Meanwhile, Atiku is said to be in advanced discussions with the ADC, with speculations that he could fly the party’s flag if talks with Obi remain unfruitful.

The ADC may even witness a leadership change, influenced by Atiku’s allies, including former Governor Nasir El-Rufai and former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, who are pushing to restructure the party to accommodate Atiku’s ambitions.

Peter Obi to declare 2027 presidential bid

Barring any last minute chance, Peter Obi is getting ready to declare his interest in the 2027 presidential election.

Sources close to the former Labour Party candidate revealed that he is not open to being a running mate, especially not to Atiku Abubakar, whom he previously deputised in 2019 under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

This move is unfolding as Atiku explores the possibility of joining forces with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), following failed talks between his camp and Obi’s team.

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A recent meeting in London, which lasted three days and involved key figures from both sides, reportedly ended without agreement.

Obi is expected to make a public declaration within the week and may also reveal the political platform he intends to use.

Those familiar with the situation insisted that he is determined to contest as a presidential candidate, not as a vice president.

Meanwhile, Atiku is said to be in advanced discussions with the ADC, with speculations that he could fly the party’s flag if talks with Obi remain unfruitful.

The ADC may even witness a leadership change, influenced by Atiku’s allies, including former Governor Nasir El-Rufai and former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, who are pushing to restructure the party to accommodate Atiku’s ambitions.

In response to media reports suggesting a possible Atiku-Obi joint ticket, both camps have dismissed the claims.

They said there has been no agreement and the rumours are aimed at stirring confusion.

The Obidient Movement, made up of Obi’s loyal followers, has also denied that Obi will serve as anyone’s deputy in 2027.

They said his 2023 campaign gave the South-East a louder voice and see any return to a vice-presidential role as a step backward.

Supporters of Obi insisted that he is only focused on working with others to fight poverty, hunger, poor healthcare, and the education crisis in Nigeria.

According to his team, any talks of political partnership must be rooted in addressing these core issues, not in securing positions for the sake of power.

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JUST IN: MAN UNITED SET TO OFFLOAD GARNACHO, ANTONY FOR OSIMHEN TRANSFER. SEE FULL STORY...

 Man United set to offload Garnacho, Antony for Osimhen transfer

Manchester United could reportedly be set to sell both Alejandro Garnacho and Antony to Atletico Madrid during the 2025 summer transfer window.

Ruben Amorim has admitted that his side will need to offload several players before they can afford to sign reinforcements this summer, and Garnacho and Antony are among the stars tipped to depart Old Trafford on a permanent deal ahead of the new campaign.

If Man United are able to sell Garnacho and Antony for a combined fee of €100m, it could help them land top target Victor Osimhen.

The Nigerian is set to leave Napoli on a permanent deal this summer, following a loan spell at Galatasaray, and Old Trafford is deemed to be one of his more likely destinations.

Antony has impressed following his loan move to Real Betis in January, although Garnacho has only scored two goals in his last 30 appearances as his struggles under Amorim continue.

However, Atletico Madrid are monitoring both players and could be set to launch a double deal bid this summer, according to TBR Football.

Garnacho spent seven years in Atletico Madrid’s academy set-up before moving to Man Utd in 2022, and Diego Simeone is reportedly eager to bring him back to the Wanda Metropolitano this year.

Atletico Madrid will reportedly intensify their pursuit of the Man United pair in the coming weeks, with the Red Devils expected to ask for a €100 million fee for the duo.

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BREAKING! Dangote Refinery Reduces Petrol Price Once More. See New Price....

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced the price of petrol once more, setting it at N835 per litre.

This is a drop from the previous N865 per litre.

The new rate came into effect as global crude oil prices continued to fall, going from over $70 to about $64 per barrel in recent weeks.

This latest reduction comes shortly after an earlier cut, when the refinery brought the price down from N880 to N865 per litre.

Despite that previous adjustment, many filling stations did not reduce their pump prices, leaving consumers to pay the same high amount.

The Dangote Refinery, which can process 650,000 barrels of crude oil each day, has been supplying petrol to the Nigerian market and helping to reduce reliance on fuel imports.

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JUST IN: Respite For Tenants As Lagos Assembly Calls For Enforcement Of Tenancy Law. Read more...

 

The Lagos State House of Assembly has called on the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice to enforce the Tenancy Law of Lagos State 2015 to deter landlords from the arbitrary and illegal practice of unregulated rent increase in the state. The House also resolved to call on the Commissioner for Information and Strategy to rev up sensitisation and awareness activities about the provisions of the Tenancy Law.

This resolution was reached during plenary on Tuesday after a motion by Hon. Sa’ad Olumoh, the member representing Ajeromi Ifelodun Constituency 1, on the need to curb excessive rent increments by landlords, which he said have led to an increase in the number of homeless people across the state. Hon. Olumoh cited Section 37 of the Tenancy Law of 2015, which prohibits unreasonable rent increases and provides legal protection for tenants against this act by landlords.

Indeed, the Lagos State Tenancy Law 2015 aims to protect tenants and landlords in the state by outlining the rights and obligations of both parties, including provisions for rent payment, notice periods for termination of tenancy, and dispute resolution. The law also sets a limit on how much rent can be paid in advance and prohibits landlords from using ‘self-help’ methods to evict tenants.

The member representing Surulere Constituency 1, Hon. Desmond Elliot, seconded the motion, complaining that because of the infrastructural development and renewal designed to make life easier for his constituents, rents have, conversely, skyrocketed. He described this as a menace to society and called for urgent action by the House as “the last hope of the common man.”

In his contribution, Hon. Aro Moshood slammed the fact that many landlords in Lagos State raise rent without considering the income of their tenants, while the law states that the landlord cannot do so without duly serving the tenant prior notification. The member representing Ikorodu Constituency 11 further condemned the eviction of occupants without going through the legal process as stipulated in the Law, saying, “Many people earning minimum wage cannot afford to get a room for themselves.”

However, Hon. Shabi Adebola (Lagos Mainland 11 Constituency) called for circumspection in enforcing the law because of the corresponding increase in the prices of building materials. He implored the government to live up to expectations by providing Low-Cost Housing to the less privileged in the state.

Similarly, the Speaker, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, described the issue as sensitive, stating, “Nothing should be looked at in isolation. We need to go beyond the issue of rent increment and consider the cost of building materials. There is a need for an interface between the real estate agents and investors.”

To this end, Speaker Obasa directed the Committee on Housing, chaired by Hon. Ege Olusegun (Ojo Constituency 1), to invite Hon. Olumoh and Hon. Elliot, and all concerned stakeholders and related agencies to meet and find a lasting solution to this menace.

In another development, the House passed the bill for a law to establish the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy, which aims to provide for the development of young persons for leadership purposes in the state while nurturing the next generation of value-based Nigerian leaders. Subsequently, the Speaker directed the Acting Clerk, Mr. Abubakar Otun, to send a clean copy of the Bill to the governor for assent.

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Breaking: Atiku, El-Rufai, Tambuwal Visit Ex-President Buhari in Kaduna. Read More...

 

In a move that has sparked renewed political speculation, former Vice President and the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, paid a surprise post-Sallah visit to former President Muhammadu Buhari at his residence in Kaduna.

Atiku was accompanied by prominent northern political figures including former Kaduna State Governor Malam Nasir El-Rufai, former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal, and several other dignitaries.

The visit, which took place on Friday, was confirmed by Atiku through a post on his verified social media handles, where he shared insights into his time with the former Nigerian leader.

“Today, I had the opportunity to pay a post-Sallah visit to His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 2015-2023. It was a wonderful time with him. As usual, he cracked me up (to the extent that my ribs were hurting) with his peculiar humour,” Atiku wrote.

The meeting, though described as a friendly Sallah homage, has drawn attention due to the political weight of those present. The presence of El-Rufai, a former APC chieftain known for his sharp political instincts, alongside Atiku and Tambuwal, both key PDP figures, has further fueled discussions around possible political realignments ahead of 2027.

While details of their discussions remain undisclosed, political analysts say the gathering could signal the beginning of strategic consultations among northern power brokers.

Photos from the visit, which quickly went viral, showed the leaders in a relaxed atmosphere, laughing and sharing pleasantries, with Buhari looking visibly pleased by the visit.

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BREAKING! Dangote Refinery Reduces Petrol Price(See New Amount)...

 

The Dangote Refinery has reduced the price of petrol at its loading point to N865 per litre.

According to Punch, this move came after the company sold the product for N880 just a day before.

The change was made known to marketers and customers through an official notification.

This price adjustment follows earlier reports that the refinery would bring down its petrol price before the end of the week.

A check on the petroleumprice.ng platform confirmed the new rate.

The refinery’s decision is connected to recent actions by the Federal Executive Council.

On Wednesday, the council ordered the full rollout of the naira-for-crude deal involving local refiners.

The plan had been suspended for some time but is now back in motion.

The government explained that this arrangement is meant to support local fuel production and reduce the use of foreign currency in buying refined products.

According to the Ministry of Finance, the naira-for-crude policy is not a one-time measure.

It is part of a broader effort to improve local refining and keep the fuel market stable.

During a meeting held on Tuesday, the Minister of Finance met with Dangote Refinery and other players to check the progress of the plan and discuss how it is being put into action.

The meeting ended with an agreement to stick to the policy and keep pushing for its full execution.

The price drop is expected to ease pressure on consumers and may lead to more reductions in transport and other related costs in the coming weeks.

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Bill to bar Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, others from contesting election scales second reading. Read More....

 

A bill seeking to bar individuals above the age of 60 from contesting for Nigeria’s presidential and gubernatorial elections has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives.

The proposed legislation, sponsored by Rep. Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere, aims to amend sections of the 1999 Constitution to introduce an age limit for candidates seeking the nation’s top political offices.

According to the bill, anyone contesting for the position of President or Governor must not be older than 60 at the time of the election.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that candidates must possess at least a Bachelor’s degree as a minimum educational requirement.

Sections 131 and 177 of the constitution would be amended to reflect these new criteria if the bill becomes law.

If the bill scales legislative scrutiny and is signed into law, President Bola Tinubu, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, will miss out on the 2027 presidential contest as they are all above 60 years.

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