President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially emerged as the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress for the 2027 general election after defeating fellow contestant Stanley Osifo in the party’s nationwide primary election. According to the results announced during the ongoing national collation exercise held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, President Tinubu secured an overwhelming 10.99 million votes across the country. His challenger, Stanley Osifo, garnered 16,504 votes from the direct primary exercise conducted in 8,809 wards nationwide. The APC presidential primary election attracted the participation of party stakeholders, governors, coordinators, and collation officers from various states, all of whom submitted their respective results to the Presidential Primary Election Committee. The committee, chaired by former Senate President Pius Anyim, supervised the collation and presentation of the final results at the national level in Abuja. President Tinubu recorded a dominant performance across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), polling 100 percent of the votes in several states during the direct primary process. Despite the president’s commanding victory, Osifo managed to record notable figures in some states. His strongest performances were seen in Niger State, where he received 5,248 votes, followed by Kano with 2,675 votes. Additional support for Osifo came from Lagos State with 1,186 votes, Abia State with 1,007 votes, Oyo State with 929 votes, Benue State with 779 votes, and Nasarawa State where he secured 768 votes. The outcome of the primaries further strengthens President Tinubu’s position within the ruling party as preparations gradually begin ahead of the 2027 presidential election in Nigeria. Political observers believe the APC leadership may continue consultations and strategic engagements in the coming months as the party intensifies preparations for the national polls. For more Nigerian political news and updates, visit LMSINT MEDIA.
Dr. Tom FredFish, a prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom and Chairman of PDP Advocates for Peace and Justice (PAPAJ), has expressed strong disapproval over the declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State. He criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to suspend Governor Sim Fubara, attributing the ongoing crisis to the PDP’s failure to take decisive action against Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Presidential Bias and PDP’s Failure In an exclusive interview with LMSINT MEDIA, Dr. FredFish condemned the President’s stance on the Rivers crisis, describing it as politically motivated and a strategic move ahead of the 2027 elections. According to him, the PDP leadership, including Atiku Abubakar, failed to address Wike’s alleged anti-party activities, which contributed to the party’s internal discord. Why the PDP Remained Silent FredFish questioned why the PDP remained passive despite Wike’s alleged unruly behavior. He argued that the party’s loss in the 2023 elections left it too weak to discipline Wike, enabling him to maintain dominance within the party. He emphasized that Wike’s unwillingness to reconcile with Governor Fubara stemmed from a perception of power and self-importance, making genuine peace talks unfeasible. Lack of Leadership and Consequences Expressing dissatisfaction with the PDP leadership, FredFish criticized Atiku Abubakar for failing to act as an elder statesman. He warned that as long as Wike remains in the party, instability will persist. According to him, Wike’s influence has plunged the PDP into turmoil, and without firm disciplinary measures, the party risks losing credibility. Will APC Take Over Rivers State? Despite the crisis, FredFish dismissed the possibility of the All Progressives Congress (APC) taking over Rivers State before the 2027 elections. He highlighted the party’s unpopularity in the region, stating that Wike and the 27 Assembly members planned to impeach Fubara and defect to the APC, but public resistance thwarted their agenda. Implications of the Governor’s Suspension The six-month suspension of Governor Fubara poses significant threats to democracy and governance in Rivers State. FredFish outlined several concerns: Urgent Steps for PDP’s Survival FredFish urged the PDP to take immediate action, including: According to The Guardian, political analysts believe that unless the PDP resolves its internal crisis, it risks further fragmentation ahead of the 2027 elections. Conclusion The ongoing political unrest in Rivers State underscores the urgent need for decisive leadership within the PDP. As tensions escalate, the party must address internal conflicts to restore stability and strengthen its position in the national political landscape. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Channel
