The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to the South while retaining the existing National Working Committee (NWC) zoning arrangement ahead of its November elective convention. Naija News reports that the decision was taken at the party’s 102nd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on Monday at the national headquarters in Abuja. Briefing journalists after the meeting, the PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, said the decision followed the presentation of the zoning committee’s report, chaired by Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri. Ologunagba stated, “NEC recommended that the North and South should retain their current NWC…
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has commenced the zoning process for its 2027 presidential ticket, with the decision expected to be ratified at the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting today (Monday). Naija News reports that Bayelsa State Governor and Chairman of the PDP Convention Zoning Committee, Douye Diri, disclosed this in Abuja after the committee’s sitting. Diri explained that the decision to include the presidential ticket in the zoning arrangement was made at the PDP Governors’ Forum meeting held on Saturday in Gusau, Zamfara State, which also had the Board of Trustees (BoT), former governors, ministers, and other party…
Former Super Eagles striker, Brown Ideye, has dismissed reports claiming he advocated for retired Nigerian footballers who go broke to be imprisoned. Brown Ideye came under fire after comments he made during an online debate were allegedly misinterpreted by several outlets. Naija News reports that Ideye advised current footballers to embrace financial discipline in light of the struggles faced by past Nigerian stars. His advice followed former defender Taribo West’s emotional outburst at the burial of ex-goalkeeper Peter Rufai, where West accused football authorities of abandoning retired players. Ideye had urged players to start saving from the early stages of…
The 102 National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has appointed Amb Iliya Damagum as the substantive National Chairman of the Party. Naija News reports that Damagum appointment was announced at the PDP’s ongoing NEC. More to come… The post BREAKING: PDP NEC Appoints Substantive National Chairman appeared first on Naija News.
Big Brother Naija star cum Nollywood actor, Pere Egbi, has expressed sadness over the demise of his friend. Naija News reports that Pere, in a post via 𝕏 on Monday, revealed that the tragic loss was a result of relentless online bullying. Although the media personality did not give specific details about the tragedy, he stated that the incident occurred on Monday. He said, “I lost a friend today due to online bullying. Committed suicide. Smh. RIP champ. It is well.” Meanwhile, Pere Egbi recently shared his thoughts on the state of film production in Africa. Naija News reports that…
The Caucus of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the House of Representatives has endorsed the position of the recent decisions taken by various committees and organs of the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The position of the PDP members was announced by the Caucus Leader, Hon. Fred Agbedi, while addressing the newsmen. He stated that the lawmakers endorsed the various decisions reached during the recent meetings in Zamfara and Lagos States. Naija News reports that the lawmaker assured that all lingering crises have been resolved, and the PDP is ready to move forward as a unified unit…
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has insisted the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) must honour his contract in full if they choose to relieve him of his duties amid growing calls for his sack. Naija News reports that Eric Chelle’s future has come under scrutiny following Nigeria’s disastrous outing at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), where the home-based Eagles suffered back-to-back defeats to Senegal and Sudan, crashing out in the group stage. The early exit triggered debates over whether the former Mali international is the right man to lead Nigeria into the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, which resume…
The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the suspension of its 2023 senatorial candidate for Edo South, Mr Valentine Asuen, over alleged anti-party activities. The party’s State Publicity Secretary, Peter Uwadiae-Igbinigie, confirmed the development in a statement issued in Benin on Monday, noting that the decision was taken in line with the APC constitution and disciplinary framework. Uwadiae-Igbinigie explained that Asuen was found culpable of actions deemed capable of inciting division within the party. He said, “This disciplinary action became necessary following his conduct, which runs contrary to the spirit of unity, loyalty, and collective…
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has addressed questions surrounding his decision to drop Vinicius Junior to the bench in their 3-0 victory over Real Oviedo on Sunday, insisting it was strictly a tactical move. The Brazilian forward, usually one of Madrid’s first names on the team sheet, started as a substitute alongside Trent Alexander-Arnold. Alonso instead placed his trust in Rodrygo, teenage prospect Franco Mastantuono, and Kylian Mbappe in attack. Explaining the call, Alonso said it was about keeping the team balanced rather than sidelining his star man. “Everyone is different, and you have to demand respect, and the relationship…
The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Bashir Ojulari, has claimed that some international syndicates are exploiting security gaps to steal crude oil across Africa. He also suggested the need to enhance national and continental security architecture to address the challenge. Naija News reports that Ojulari made the submission on Monday while speaking at the opening of the Africa Chief of Defence Staff Conference held in Abuja. The NNPCL boss emphasized that crude oil theft and other illegal activities around it are not a localised operation. “Crude theft and its attendant illegal activities are…
