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November 16, 2023

November 16, 2023 IFMNEWS

Support Kwankwaso In 2027 If You Want To Be Relevant — NNPP Tells Atiku

The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has advised Alhaji Atiku Abubakar to align forces with Rabiu Kwankwaso and support him for the 2027 presidential race to maintain political relevance.

This recommendation follows Atiku's call for major opposition parties to form a coalition to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections.

During a meeting with a delegation from the national executive committee of the Inter-Party Advisory Council on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, Atiku emphasized the necessity of robust opposition to prevent Nigeria from veering towards a one-party state. In a statement by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, Atiku expressed concerns about the APC's alleged move towards a one-party dictatorship, warning of adverse consequences for democracy if not countered.

However, the NNPP has characterized Atiku's suggestion of a merger as a belated remedy. Responding to the proposal, Yakubu Shendam, the National Publicity Secretary of the NNPP, stated that the party would only entertain Atiku's proposal if he threw his weight behind Kwankwaso's bid for the presidency in 2027.

Shendam remarked, "This is like medicine after death. If there is any future collaboration, it should not be as a result of emotions. We are going because we have a gladiator who can take over Nigeria." He emphasized the belief that Kwankwaso can lead the nation independently.

The NNPP clarified that it would not align with individuals influenced by emotions, expressing contentment with Kwankwaso as its national leader. Shendam conveyed, "We are calling on Atiku as an elder brother to close ranks with Kwankwaso if he wants to be relevant in 2027."

Meanwhile, the APC criticized Atiku's concerns about Nigeria slipping into a one-party state, dismissing them as "baseless and irrational." In a statement by National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka, the APC attributed Atiku's perspective to the repeated defeats of his party at the polls. Morka advised Atiku to rejuvenate his party and avoid involving the APC in what he termed "their combined predicament."

November 16, 2023

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Stop Taking Dating Advice On Social Media – Harrysong

Renowned Nigerian musician and instrumentalist Harrison Tare Okiri, popularly known as Harrysong, has issued a cautionary message, urging netizens to refrain from seeking dating advice on social media.

The singer, sharing his perspective on his Instagram story on Wednesday, highlighted that such advice often comes from content creators primarily focused on generating content to sustain themselves.

Harrysong questioned the wisdom of taking relationship guidance from individuals hustling for their livelihood in his statement. He specifically pondered the irony of a married woman leaving her four-year marriage with two children only to become the extramarital partner of another married man. The singer emphasised the importance of discernment, suggesting that pursuing such advice may not necessarily lead to positive outcomes.

In conclusion, Harrysong succinctly remarked, "Stop taking dating advice on social media. It’s from a content creator. Na hustle, they are seeking help. Married woman left her marriage of 4 years and two kids because her husband cheated. And she’s now a side chick to a married man. Na progress be that?"

November 16, 2023

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PDP Releases Timetable For Edo Governorship Election

The National Working Committee of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has disclosed its agenda leading up to the Edo State governorship election, as outlined in a timetable released after a joint meeting of the Board of Trustees and National Executive Committee.

The timetable, signed by the party’s National Organising Secretary, Umar Bature, was unveiled on Thursday at the party's headquarters in Abuja.

Key dates from the schedule include the party's congress set for February 22, 2024, where the gubernatorial candidate will be selected. Aspiring candidates for the governorship position can obtain the nomination form for a fee of N21 million, with a notable 50 percent discount offered to youths aged between 25 and 30.

Registration of both old and new members is scheduled between November 16 and December 7.

The last date to submit ward registers to the Directorate of Organization and Mobilization is December 14.

Stakeholders’ consultative meetings with the National Working Group are slated for December 19 and 20.

All offices' sales of expression of interest and ad-hoc forms are set for January 10–16, with the final day for submission on January 17.

The National Working Committee is scheduled to screen governorship aspirants on January 18, 2024.

Sales of nomination forms for aspirants who have submitted their expression of interest forms will occur between January 19 and 25, with the last date for submission on January 27.

The governorship primary is scheduled for February 22, while February 24 is designated for the appeal process related to the governorship primary.

November 16, 2023

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Oshiomhole Asks Organized Labour To Rethink Strike Prioritise Workers’ Welfare

A former National Chairman of the All-Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole, called for the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to focus on advancing workers’ rights rather than partisan politics.

He stated this while speaking to State House correspondents after a meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima.

The former NLC president said the priority of the labor unions should have been centered on state governments not currently paying the national minimum wage of N30,000.

Reacting to the comments by Oshiomole, the TUC President, Festus Osifo, noted that the industrial action is not in any way political and that the senator has no sufficient information on the matter.

Osifo also noted that it received no court order stopping the ongoing nationwide strike, accusing the government of repeatedly defying court orders.

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