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There Are More ‘Yahoo People’ In Government Than Outside – Peter Obi

Peter Obi, Presidential Candidate of Labour Party in the 2023 election, has criticised the present administration, saying there are more “Yahoo people” in government than those outside. Obi said this in his keynote address as guest speaker at the 4th graduation ceremony of Nexford University. At the event themed: “Lead the change; ignite your future”, […]

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Obi of Onitsha, President Jonathan reconcile Gov Obiano with ex-Gov Peter Obi (Photos)

The Obi of Onitsha Igwe Alfred Achebe, weekend, during a visit of President Goodluck Jonathan to his palace, reconciled incumbent governor of the state Willie Obiano, and the immediate past governor of the state Mr. Peter Obi. Responding to President Jonathan’s speech when he visited his palace as part of his campaign rally to the […]

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Nigeria does not need 72-year-old grandfather like Buhari as President – Peter Obi

The immediate past governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has likened the possibility of APC presidential candidate, Muhammadu Buhari ruling Nigeria to passing a pregnant camel through the eye of a needle. The Okute Ndigbo, who doubles as Deputy Director General (South), comprising the South West, South East and South South of the presidential campaign […]

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I left APGA Because Of Jonathan – Peter Obi

Former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has ex­plained that his defection from All Pro­gressives Grand Alliance (APGA) to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) was not because of any grouse against his former party. Speaking with journalists during an interactive session with Igbo group in Lagos State, Obi said: “There is nothing wrong with APGA […]

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BREAKING: Peter Obi dumps APGA, joins PDP

Former Anambra State Governor, Mr. Peter Obi has finally joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He announced his decision following a visit to his residence by leaders of the PDP in the South-East zone on Tuesday…  Obi said the issue of joining a national party is not about happening in his former party All Progressive […]

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Peter Obi Loses Out As President Jonathan Nominates Osita Chidoka To Replace Stella Oduah

President Goodluck Jonathan has nominated 43 year old Ositadinma Benjamin Chidoka as a minister of the federal republic of Nigeria to take the slot of Anambra State in the federal executive council. Osita, who is currently the corps marshall of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC), would likely replace minister of aviation, Ms. Stella Oduah, […]

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Obiano to be sworn in on Monday, Obi takes chieftaincy title

Gov. Peter Obi of Anambra state will on Saturday accept his first traditional title from the Anambra Traditional Rulers’ Council, two days before he hands over to his successor, Willie Obiano. Mr Chinedu Idigo , the chairman of the 14-member inauguration/swearing-in committee of the governor-elect, made the disclosure in Awka on Tuesday while briefing newsmen […]

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Peter Obi to give his 8-yr score card today

AS part of preparations for his hand over of power to the incoming administration in Anambra State on March 17, 2014, Governor Peter Obi will today in Awka present his score card for his eight years in office. Termed “End of Tenure Report” to the people of Anambra State, the ceremony will take place at […]

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ANAMBRA ELECTION: Ekwunife withdraws suit against Obiano

Barely four hours after explaining her reasons for dragging the governorship candidate of All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, Chief Willie Obiano to the Federal High Court over alleged double registration, Mrs. Uche Ekwunife, who came second at the party’s primaries said she has withdrawn the suit following pressures from many quarters. According to her, “I have […]

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Obi responsible for inconclusive Anambra poll – Arthur Eze

A chief of the Peoples Democratic Party in Anambra State, Chief Arthur Eze, on Thursday blamed Governor Peter Obi for the inconclusive governorship election in the state. Eze, who is seen as the main financier of the PDP candidate, Tony Nwoye, claimed that the problem with the election was the insistence of the governor to […]

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APGA calls for Ngige’s arrest

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Chief Victor Umeh, has called on the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Abubakar, to effect the immediate arrest of Senator Chris Ngige for his alleged role in the death of 24 worshippers at Holy Ghost Adoration arena at Uke Idemili North Local Government Area of […]

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Adoration Calamity : Ngige asks Obi to take responsibility

APC candidate, Dr Chris Ngige and the incumbent governor were yesterday engaged in a war of words over the tragedy at the Adoration Ground last weekend. Ngige whose reaction was contained in a statement signed  by the Director of Media and  Publicity of the  Chris Ngige Campaign Organisation,  Chief Charles Amilo,  blasted  Gov. Obi  noting […]

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APC Demands Police To Disclose Details On N250 Million Reportedly Discovered On Governor Obi’s Aide

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged the Inspector General of Police, Mohamamed Abubakar to publish without further delay the police report on the N250 million that was reportedly found in the company of an aide to Anambra’s Governor Peter Obi. This request contained is a statement made on Tuesday by APC Zonal Publicity Secretary for the […]

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Jubilations As International Flights Resume At Enugu International Airport

Akanu Ibiam International Airport Enugu is finally open with the commencement of flight operations by the Ethiopian Airlines today. Businessmen and other travelers from all the states of the South East, Edo and Delta now have the option of making their international travels through Enugu, rather than far away Lagos and Abuja airports as has […]

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