Sacrifice Your Ambition For Nigeria, Give Peter Obi A Chance LP Tells Atiku.

The interim National Publicity Secretary of the Labour Party (LP), Tony Akeni has dismissed claims that former presidential candidate, Peter Obi would resign for any political coalition or rival aspirant.

Speaking to Punch, Akeni stated that such a move would dash the hope of millions of Nigerians seeking change.

He asserted that withdrawing Obi from the race “is to take away 90 per cent of the hope of Nigerians for redemption and a new beginning.”

He subsequently appealed to former vice president Atiku Abubakar to withdraw from the race and sacrifice his ambition for Nigeria.

He said, “Forcing Peter Obi to withdraw from the race is to take away 90 per cent of the hope of Nigerians for redemption and a new beginning.

“So, I see a situation where we will all come together, stakeholders, and take the right decision at the right time. And that right time is still a little bit far away; it will be close to the primaries.

“There is no substitute for the ideology of the Labour Party. And so, we are going head-on for the presidency if the right decision is not taken by the coalition

“Atiku should prove his love for the country by doing the right thing and giving Peter Obi a chance in 2027.

Coalition: Labour Party Moves to Expel Peter Obi – Arabambi.

The Labour Party has announced plans to expel its former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his continued association with a political coalition formed to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

During an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Tuesday, Labour Party chieftain Abayomi Arabambi stated that Obi’s engagement with the opposition coalition while still identifying as a party member was unconstitutional. “We are convening a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting where he [Obi] will be expelled,” Arabambi declared.

“It is unconstitutional to belong to two political groups at once. They have lured him away, and there he will remain.” Arabambi emphasized that the NEC would recommend Obi’s expulsion, which would then be ratified at the party’s national convention, in line with its constitution.

He added that Obi can no longer claim Labour Party membership while actively collaborating with what he referred to as the “yahoo yahoo” coalition. In a strong rebuke, Arabambi dismissed the widespread belief that Obi revitalized the Labour Party.

“Let’s correct this notion—Peter Obi did not make Labour Party. It was Labour Party that made Peter Obi. The support he got in 2023 stemmed from the party’s integrity and Nigerians’ frustration, not solely from his influence,” he said.

Arabambi further accused Obi of fueling internal crises within the party and exhibiting dictatorial tendencies. “If he fights party members just to impose his will, then he’s not fit to lead,” he said.

His comments come on the heels of a 48-hour ultimatum issued by the Abure-led faction, demanding Obi’s resignation over what it described as a “bromance” with the opposition alliance. In a July 3 statement, Labour Party spokesperson Obiora Ifoh declared, “The Labour Party is not part of the coalition. Any member involved must resign within 48 hours.

We will not entertain dual loyalty or deceptive affiliations.” According to the party, Obi’s continued involvement in the coalition contradicts its principles and will not be tolerated.

Coalition: Labour Party Moves to Expel Peter Obi – Arabambi.

The Labour Party has announced plans to expel its former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his continued association with a political coalition formed to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

During an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Tuesday, Labour Party chieftain Abayomi Arabambi stated that Obi’s engagement with the opposition coalition while still identifying as a party member was unconstitutional. “We are convening a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting where he [Obi] will be expelled,” Arabambi declared.

“It is unconstitutional to belong to two political groups at once. They have lured him away, and there he will remain.” Arabambi emphasized that the NEC would recommend Obi’s expulsion, which would then be ratified at the party’s national convention, in line with its constitution.

He added that Obi can no longer claim Labour Party membership while actively collaborating with what he referred to as the “yahoo yahoo” coalition. In a strong rebuke, Arabambi dismissed the widespread belief that Obi revitalized the Labour Party.

“Let’s correct this notion—Peter Obi did not make Labour Party. It was Labour Party that made Peter Obi. The support he got in 2023 stemmed from the party’s integrity and Nigerians’ frustration, not solely from his influence,” he said.

Arabambi further accused Obi of fueling internal crises within the party and exhibiting dictatorial tendencies. “If he f+ghts party members just to impose his will, then he’s not fit to lead,” he said.

His comments come on the heels of a 48-hour ultimatum issued by the Abure-led faction, demanding Obi’s resignation over what it described as a “bromance” with the opposition alliance. In a July 3 statement, Labour Party spokesperson Obiora Ifoh declared, “The Labour Party is not part of the coalition. Any member involved must resign within 48 hours.

We will not entertain dual loyalty or deceptive affiliations.” According to the party, Obi’s continued involvement in the coalition contradicts its principles and will not be tolerated.

Senator David Mark’s First Speech As ADC Acting National Chairman.

Former Senate President David Mark has been officially appointed as the acting National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Naija News reports that Mark was appointed at a meeting of the opposition coalition held at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua centre Abuja on Wednesday.

After his official appointment in acting capacity, David Mark addressed Nigerians on the new opposition party.

Read Mark’s full speech below:

ADOPTION OF AFRICAN DEMOCRATIC CONGRESS (ADC).

SPEECH BY SENATOR DAVID MARK, GCON
Chairman, The National Coalition of Political Opposition Movement in Nigeria.

My fellow Compatriots,

We are gathered here this afternoon in pursuit of our shared mission to rescue our country and save our hard-won democracy. We address you formally, today on the operational focus and structure of the new political coalition that brings together Nigeria’s diverse opposition groups, political parties, youth organisations, the civil society and other patriots from all corners of our vast land, committed to saving the very soul of our Republic.

Let it be known to all, that this coalition of national political opposition groups goes beyond gaining political power. It is a concerted effort to rebuild the crumbling pillars of Nigeria’s democracy.

Today marks the beginning of what we believe would be a long, difficult and tedious journey. However, it is a journey that we are prepared to undertake, united in our collective belief that no price or sacrifice is too high in the service of our fatherland.

It is on record that within two years of the current administration coming to power, we have observed with absolute dismay the hijack of all democratic institutions, and a creeping descent into total civilian dictatorship. The blatant destabilisation and infiltration of all major opposition political parties is aimed at achieving only one objective, to enhance total state capture and leave Nigerians with no alternative or options come 2027. This coalition is to prevent our country’s descent into a one party state.

SDP crisis: I remain national chairman Gabam.

The National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party, Alhaji Shehu Gabam, has denied reports of his suspension from office, insisting he remains firmly in charge and accusing unnamed political forces of orchestrating a plot to destabilise the party from within.

At a press conference held on Tuesday at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja, Gabam, flanked by members of the National Working Committee, described the purported suspension as “fake news” and a product of political mischief.

“I remain the National Chairman of the SDP, as you can see. There has been no NWC meeting where such a decision was taken. The report is baseless and should be disregarded”, he declared.

Gabam blamed the growing crisis on a political coalition allegedly working with disgruntled elements within the SDP to fracture the party’s leadership. According to him, these forces are determined to either take over the SDP or destroy it entirely.

Baba-Ahmed rubbishes coalition discussion.

Prominent Northern elder, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has criticised ongoing efforts to form a political coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing the moves as disappointing, self-serving, and lacking national vision.

Speaking during an appearance on Arise News, Baba-Ahmed distanced himself from the discussions, stating that he was not involved at any level of the negotiations.
“Let me be fair and say that I’m not involved at all, at any level, in the coalition discussions,” he said. “I’m just an observer who is watching with a lot of worry that an opportunity to create a strong opposition to the ruling party is being messed up by people who insist that they must be the face of that opposition.”

Prominent Northern elder, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has criticised ongoing efforts to form a political coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing the moves as disappointing, self-serving, and lacking national vision.

Speaking during an appearance on Arise News, Baba-Ahmed distanced himself from the discussions, stating that he was not involved at any level of the negotiations.
“Let me be fair and say that I’m not involved at all, at any level, in the coalition discussions,” he said. “I’m just an observer who is watching with a lot of worry that an opportunity to create a strong opposition to the ruling party is being messed up by people who insist that they must be the face of that opposition.”

Baba-Ahmed, who is a key figure in the Northern Elders Forum, argued that the political figures championing the coalition have failed to inspire hope or offer a compelling alternative to President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

“These are people who have been governors, vice-presidents, ministers, some of them have contested three times for president,” he said. “Now they are telling Nigerians, ‘trust us again.’ But Nigerians can see through that. They don’t represent a different future.”
According to him, the main flaw in the coalition effort is that the same old politicians are attempting to dictate the terms and structure, rather than allowing new and credible Nigerians to take the lead.