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PDP Crisis: Wike, G5 Governors Hold Meeting, Vows to Rescue Party from Vampires

Concerned Stakeholders of the main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party PDP Led by the G5 Governors are in a crucial meeting at the life camp residence of the FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to take a decision on the disputed office of the National Secretary of the party
All the G5 Governors including the Minister of the Federal capital territory, Nyesom Wike are attending the Meeting except Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike who is presiding over the Concernced stakeholders meeting, a gathering of PDP leaders and party chieftains from across the 36 states and the FCT, told party leaders action has to be taken to stop those he described as vampires from killing the party.
The Minister argued that the supreme court recognizes Sam Anyanwu as the authentic National Secretary of the party and those determined to remove him from office should wait for the party convention later in the year.
The Minister cited different cases Justifying the decision of the National Secretary not to resign despite running for the office of the Governor in 2023
He argued that the incumbent Governor of Taraba State Agbu Kefas did not resign as the state party chairman when he ran for the office of the Governor, adding that he only resigned after winning the governorship election.
The Minister insisted that the party must abide by its on consistitution as anything short of that will be undermining the sacrifices of the party’s founding fathers.
The Meeting has now gone into a closed session for further deliberation.
A communique is expected to be issued after the meeting.
Details Later….
June 9, 2025
Bishop Oyedepo Vows to Build 1,000 Churches Before He Dies

Bishop David Oyedepo, founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide, popularly known as Winners Chapel, has revealed a lifelong vow to God to build 1,000 churches before his time on earth ends.
The announcement, made during a recent sermon, underscores his deep commitment to advancing God’s kingdom through tangible contributions.
Speaking passionately to his congregation, Oyedepo shared that his pledge predates his personal wealth. “Before I had the first bank account, I said, ‘Jesus, if you ever bless me, I want to be part of building new churches,’” he declared.
He further expressed his desire to leave a lasting legacy, stating, “I told Jesus, I don’t want to come to heaven without a thousand churches built in your name.”
Oyedepo challenged his congregation to examine their own dedication, pointing out unused resources like buses idle on Sundays due to minor costs. “If it’s in your heart, go put it in your heart,” he urged, emphasizing spiritual responsibility.
He called for active participation, saying, “Everybody’s a reflection of where he belongs. It’s time you start reflecting what happens in here.”
The sermon has sparked conversations among members, with many inspired by Oyedepo’s vision and resolve. His ambitious goal reflects his decades-long ministry, which has already established numerous churches globally.
As Winners Chapel continues to grow, Oyedepo’s vow serves as a rallying cry for believers to contribute meaningfully to their faith.
June 9, 2025
Diphtheria: Edo Government Gets Delivery Of 90 Doses To Fight Outbreak
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting

Edo State Government said it has taken delivery of 90 doses of anti-diphtheria vaccines, where 70 has been deployed to the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) .
Recall that two people last week died of the infection in what seemed to be a resurgence of the ailment.
The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cyril Oshiomhole said this shortly after donating the vaccines to the hospital where he said the state government has also gotten some doses from neighbouring Delta state but expressed worry that the disease is going beyond expected scope as people that have been fully vaccinated have been found to be infected including people beyond age five who are not expected to be infected.
He said “We are working in collaboration with UBTH and NCDC (National Centre for Disease Control), we have spoken with the DG of NCDC and he graciously released 70 doses of anti-Diphtheria and we also reached out to Delta State Ministry of Health and they have been able to give us another 20 doses.
“We are still studying the situation because some of those who are down with Diptheria have a history of full immunization, we also try to see why someone who is 14 years old have the disease, we are talking to the national body of the Primary Health Care to give us clearance if we can immunize children above the age of five because what is going on now, we might need to immunize adults including health workers”
He said Governor Monday Okpebholo has approved the donation of beds and fittings and other items to the emergency centre at the UBTH and possibly offset the medical bills of patients.
Receiving the Commissioner in UBTH, the Chairman, Medical Advisory Committee (CMAC) of the hospital, Professor Stanley Okugbo and the Deputy Chairman, Medical Advisory Committee who is also the Consultant in charge of Children Emergency in the hospital, Dr. Fidelis Eki-Udoko said the hospital was grateful for the swift response by the state government and that all diphtheria patients were responding to treatment as they urged the public to report symptoms early.
They gave signs and symptoms of the disease to include “thick, gray membranes covering the throat and tonsils. A sore throat and hoarseness. Swollen glands in the neck(neck swelling) difficulty with breathing or rapid breathing. Nasal discharge. Fever chills, and tiredness.
“Diphtheria is best prevented through vaccination and maintaining good hygiene.
“The disease spreads through direct contact with infected individuals, often via respiratory droplets like those produced when coughing or sneezing.
“Prevention is best done by washing hands with soap and clean running water is an effective step to prevent infection, one of which is diphtheria”, Oshiomhole said.
June 9, 2025
Ejeagha: Ngwo Ngwo Crooner Buried In Line With Wishes
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting

Mike Ejeagha, the Ngwo Ngwo crooner who died few days ago has had his remains buried according to his final wishes.
He was buried 24 hours after his death.
The ceremony was devoid of fanfare with only family members and few clergymen who witnessed his burial
Ugochimereze Chinedu Asuzu, who broke the news said it was in line with keeping the wishes of the musical icon that his remains be laid to rest quietly devoid of the usual fanfare.
In a statement released by his family, the revered music icon and folklorist had expressed a desire to be buried immediately after his passing, devoid of elaborate ceremonies or public attention and in line with this wish, his family honoured this request by interring him just a few hours after his transition.
He dies at the age of 95.
June 9, 2025
Tinubu To Confer National Honours On Selected Legislators On June 12
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting
As Nigerians look forward to celebrating June 12 otherwise known as Democracy Day, President Bola Tinubu has concluded plans to confer national honours on selected legislators in commemoration of the day.
A statement by the House Spokesman, Akin Rotimi Jr., said the leadership and members of the House of Representatives will participate in a Special Joint Sitting of the National Assembly on Thursday, June 12.
The President who is expected to be the special guest of honour will address the joint sitting of the legislators.
“The programme will also feature goodwill messages from former presiding officers of the National Assembly and the conferment of National Honours on selected legislators by Mr President,” Rotimi Jr. said.
The House Spokesman said that the theme for this year’s celebration is: “26 Years of Democracy: Renewing Our Commitment to National Development.”
He explained that the Joint Sitting represents a significant moment in Nigeria’s democratic journey.
He said it underscores the pivotal role of the National Assembly in safeguarding democratic values, fostering accountability, and advancing national development over the past 26 years of uninterrupted civil rule.
He appealed to Nigerians to embrace the spirit of Democracy Day as a time for reflection, renewed patriotism and commitment to building a more inclusive, prosperous, and united nation.
June 9, 2025
Rivers Women Urge Tinubu to Reinstate Fubara
A coalition of women under the banner “Rivers Women Unite for Sim” (RWUS) has called for the immediate reinstatement of Siminalayi Fubara as Governor of Rivers State.
The women held a prayer gathering in Port Harcourt, the state capital, urging for peace, healing, and unity amid ongoing political tensions following the suspension of Governor Fubara.
On March 18, President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers and suspended Fubara from office. Ibok-Ete Ibas was appointed to lead the state as sole administrator. Since then, closed-door meetings have taken place between President Tinubu and the suspended governor, though no resolution has been publicly announced.
During the gathering, the women expressed support for Fubara and prayed for what they described as the “speedy restoration of democratic governance” in the state.
“We actually want God to do it in no time,” said Ibiwari Iyama, one of the group’s members. “Even in the short time Sir Siminalayi Fubara served as governor, there was real transformation in the state. He touched lives.”
The women further urged residents of Rivers State to stay hopeful and united despite current challenges, calling for genuine reconciliation and an end to political division.
June 9, 2025
Obi: Fuel Subsidy Needed to Go, But Tinubu’s Execution Flawed
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi says he would have removed Nigeria’s petrol subsidy and floated the naira if elected president but in a more “organised” and “gradual” manner than the current administration.
Speaking during an interview with Arise Television on Monday, the former governor of Anambra State acknowledged the need to end the fuel subsidy, which he described as “riddled with criminality and corruption,” but criticised President Bola Tinubu’s implementation as abrupt and poorly managed.
“There is nothing wrong with the removal of fuel subsidy,” Obi said. “What is wrong is the haphazard way in which it was announced and implemented.”
He said the removal should have been carefully planned, with clear steps to protect the most vulnerable citizens, and questioned what the government has done with the billions saved since the policy took effect.
“Everybody knows critical areas of development — education, health, and pulling people out of poverty. Have any of these improved? No,” he added.
Obi also commented on the administration’s decision to float the naira, a move that has led to significant depreciation. He said such a policy is only effective when backed by strong economic productivity.
“There is nothing wrong in floating and devaluing your currency. You do this when you have productivity,” he said. “In all of this, I would have done the same thing in an organised manner.”
Since Tinubu ended the fuel subsidy in May 2023, petrol prices have jumped from N190 to over N850 per litre, and the naira has been left to market forces, causing its value to drop sharply.
Obi’s remarks add to growing public debate over the economic direction Nigeria has taken under Tinubu’s leadership.
June 9, 2025
Tears As Retired Army Major Dies In Kidnappers Den After N10 million Ransom Payment
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting

A retired Army Major, Joseph Ajayi, has died in kidnapers den despite payment of N10 million ransom by his family.
The incident has thrown the inhabitants of Odo-Ape Community in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State into mourning.
Truth Live News Media reports that Major Ajayi, a former Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Kabba-Bunu Chapter, was kidnapped from his residence on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, around 11:30 pm by gunmen who fired sporadically.
It was learnt that the kidnappers’ initial demand of N50 million lingered for weeks as the family struggled to raise the funds, leading to a deterioration in Ajayi’s health due to a lack of access to his medication.
The kidnappers reportedly informed the family that delivering his medication would incur an additional cost, which the family could not afford.
However, when the abductors realised Ajayi’s condition was critical, they reduced the ransom to N10 million.
A community source said the Ajayi family, believing he was still alive, quickly paid the N10 million for his release.
“Once the ransom was paid, the kidnappers directed the family to where they would find him, only for them to meet his lifeless body,” the source revealed.
The retired Army officer’s remains have been deposited at the Kabba Specialist Hospital mortuary.
Speaking at the Eid ground during Sallah in Okene, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, appealed to residents to remain calm, assuring them that efforts to eliminate criminal elements in the state are yielding positive results.
June 9, 2025
Obi, Otti, Nenadi To Champion Obidient Movement Relaunch In Abuja
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting
Labour Party 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, Abia Governor, Alex Otti, and the Acting National Chairman of the Labour Party, Senator Nenadi Usman, will on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, lead a team of notable Nigerians in a rebirth event of the Obidient Movement in Abuja.
A statement from Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) confirmed that their principal is expected to be the special guest at the occasion, alongside Governor Otti and other top officials of the Obidient Movement.
A renowned legal intellectual, Prof Sam Amadi, is expected to provoke conversation in a keynote speech titled ‘The Inevitability of a New Nigeria’, with other notable speakers, including the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Dr Yunusa Tanko.
The highlight of the event, themed ‘The Renaissance of the Obidient Movement’, will be the presentation of a book titled “Obi: The Political Change Agent”, authored by veteran journalist and former Group Political Editor of THISDAY Newspapers and Pioneer Deputy Managing Director of New Telegraph Newspaper, Mr Ike Abonyi.
The foreword to the book is written by the impassioned legal mind and fervent Obidient, Dele Farotimi.
An esteemed diplomat and former campaign manager of the Obi-Datti Presidential Campaign Council, Mr Oseloka H. Obaze, will review the book.
The ceremony, drawing Obidient Movement adherents from across the country, is being held at the Nigerian Air Force Centre in the Kado area of Abuja.
June 9, 2025
Just In: Tinubu’s Special Assistant Resigns Over One-Party State Allegations
Ismail Abdulazeez Mantu Reporting

Alhaji Dr. Aliyu Audu has officially resigned his position as Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Public Affairs, citing deep concerns over what he described as the All Progressives Congress’s (APC) “deliberate steps towards establishing a one-party state.”
Dr. Audu’s resignation, dated June 8, 2025, was formally submitted through the office of the President’s Chief of Staff, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila.
In the letter, which has now circulated widely in political circles, Audu underscored his unwavering commitment to democratic ideals and stated that he could no longer serve in a capacity that, in his view, risks undermining Nigeria’s pluralistic political framework.
Audu also expressed profound gratitude to the Presidency for the opportunity to serve, extending special appreciation to former Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Ajuri Ngelale, who facilitated his nomination to the post.
While the Presidency has yet to issue an official response, insiders suggest the resignation could trigger internal debates within the APC and reignite discussions around Nigeria’s democratic health under the current administration.
June 9, 2025

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