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NDC Crisis: Group Demands Suspension of Esimaje Awani Over Self-Declaration Saga

NDC Crisis: Group Demands Suspension of Esimaje Awani Over Self-Declaration Saga By Donatus Akpoguma Fresh political turmoil has engulfed the Delta State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a pressure group within the party has called for the immediate suspension of Comrade Esimaje Vincent Awani over allegations of anti-party activities and an alleged unilateral declaration of himself as the party’s candidate for the Warri Federal Constituency ahead of the party primaries and official decision for the 2026 elections. The development has heightened internal tensions within the fast-rising political platform, with party stakeholders warning that the controversy could undermine the NDC’s growing popularity and electoral prospects in Delta State if urgent disciplinary measures are not taken. The group, operating under the banner of Concerned NDC Members for Good Governance and led by Comrade Okorodudu Akpoyibo, accused Awani of allegedly attempting to create par...
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NDC Primary Crisis Deepens in Warri Federal Constituency as Group Accuses Awani of Plot to Destabilise Party

NDC Primary Crisis Deepens in Warri Federal Constituency as Group Accuses Awani of Plot to Destabilise Party By Donatus Akpoguma  Fresh cracks have emerged within the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC in Delta State following allegations that a party member, Comrade Esimaje Vincent Awani, is allegedly mobilising protests and ethnic sentiments against the party’s consensus arrangement ahead of the Warri Federal Constituency primary process. A pressure group under the platform of “Concerned NDC Members for Good Governance,” led by Comrade Okorodudu Akpoyibo, accused Awani of orchestrating moves capable of plunging the party into internal division and political unrest at a critical period in its electoral preparations. The group, in a statement made available to journalists in Warri, on Tuesday, alleged that Awani convened a controversial stakeholders’ meeting at his event centre located along Shell Contractors Road, near Eagle Roundabout off Ogunu Road Warri, Delta State, ...
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Court Reserves Judgment In Suit Against FCCPC Lending Rules

A Federal High Court in Lagos has fixed July 20, 2026, for judgment in a suit filed by the Wireless Application Service Providers Association of Nigeria (WASPAN), challenging consumer lending regulations introduced by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC.  Justice A.L. Allagoa reserved judgment after lawyers for both parties adopted their final written addresses in the suit marked FHC/L/CS/760/2026 at the court’s Ikoyi division on Monday. The case centres on the legality of the Digital, Electronic, Online and Non-traditional Consumer Lending Regulations, also known as the DEON Regulations, issued by the FCCPC. Arguments during proceedings focused heavily on the extent of the FCCPC’s powers within Nigeria’s digital economy and telecommunications sector. Though the parties were absent in court, WASPAN was represented by Kemi Pinheiro SAN, Chukwudi Enebeli SAN, Muyiwa Odubela and Pelumi Agbeyo, while Olufunke Aboyade SAN appeared for the FCCPC ...
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Egbema Youths Call On Comr. Mingo Friday Sayami Ogumaka To Contest For Warri North Constituency II Assembly Seat,

Egbema Youths Call On Comr. Mingo Friday Sayami Ogumaka To Contest For Warri North Constituency II Assembly Seat, Youths of Egbema Kingdom in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State have unanimously called on prominent Niger Delta youth leader, Comrade Mingo Friday Sayami Ogumaka, to contest for the newly created Delta State House of Assembly seat for Warri North Constituency II. The call was made during an emergency meeting convened by the Egbema New Political Wave following the release of the Warri Federal Constituency delineation exercise results by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The meeting, presided over by former President of the Egbema Youth Council Worldwide, Comrade Kelvin City Eferusuoa, described Comrade Mingo as a dependable, selfless, and courageous leader whose contributions to the development, unity, and recognition of Egbema Kingdom remain outstanding. Addressing members during the gathering, the group urged Comrade Mingo to h...
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PDP Clears Roland Ebipade Clark for House of Representatives Race Ahead of 2027 Polls

The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially cleared Roland Ebipade Clark to contest for the Federal House of Representatives seat ahead of the 2027 general elections. Hon. Clark secured his clearance following a successful screening exercise conducted by the Special Screening Committee constituted by the Interim National Working Committee (iNWC) of the party. The committee was set up to screen aspirants who were unable to participate in the earlier exercise due to the overwhelming number of qualified Nigerians seeking to contest elections under the PDP platform. Political observers describe the clearance as a major milestone in Hon. Clark’s political ambition and a clear indication of the confidence the party leadership reposes in his ability to provide quality representation and effective leadership. Since the announcement of his clearance, supporters, political associates, and well-wishers across Delta State have continued to felicitate with the PD...
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2027: ‘Governors Are Already Budgeting ₦800 Billion To Support Tinubu’s Campaign’ – Kenneth Okonkwo

African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain, Kenneth Okonkwo, has alleged that state governors are already mobilising enormous financial resources to support President Bola Tinubu’s political campaigns for 2027.  Okonkwo made the remarks during an appearance on Inside Sources with Laolu Akande on Channels Television, while giving a harsh assessment of the Tinubu administration nearly three years after assuming office. Okonkwo said politics has become the only thriving sector under the current administration, claiming that governors are mobilising ₦800 billion ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to the Nollywood actor-turned-politician, the current administration is determined to eliminate any serious electoral competition in 2027. He said, “This is the government of catastrophe. The only viable business is politics. “The governors are already budgeting ₦800 billion to support the campaign. That is the only industry that is blossoming under Tinubu because he d...
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Ohagwu Replaces Lawal As Ondo Police Commissioner

The Ondo State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has announced the assumption of duty of Felix Ohagwu as the 47th Commissioner of Police in the state. Ohagwu succeeds Adebowale Lawal, following his deployment by the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu. The Command said the deployment was part of ongoing efforts by the police authorities to strengthen internal security and improve policing across the country. This was contained in a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh. According to the statement, Ohagwu is a seasoned police officer with more than three decades of service experience. The Command said the new police commissioner had served in several investigative, operational and administrative capacities in different parts of the country. It added that his experience would be valuable in sustaining peace, improving crime prevention and strengthening public confidence in policing in Ondo State. Upon assuming office, Ohagwu pledg...
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