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Uncertainty As Tinubu, Obi Scramble For G-5 Governors’ Endorsement

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With less than two months to the 2023 presidential election, Nigerians anxiously await the next move of the aggrieved governors under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.

There were emerging speculations that the governors, led by Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, may end up throwing their weight behind Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of Labour Party.

However, feelers emerged again Wednesday that the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu had met for the second time with the governors.

The meeting, held in the United Kingdom, is a further push by Tinubu to secure the endorsement of the governors.

Governor Wike and Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of his political party, PDP, have been at loggerheads after the opposition party’s primary election.

Atiku has also been accused of arrogance by Wike’s supporters who feel that the former Vice President should deploy all the resources within his reach to bring everyone that matters in the party together to be rest assured of his victory in 2023.

At this stage, the party hierarchy and its different reconciliation and peace committees seem to be running out of time with less than two months until the presidential election.

Wike is not alone. The Rivers State helmsman has four other Governors solidly behind him and are backing every move and calls he makes and are willing to accept any decision from the Ikwerre-born politician.

Wike had made good his promise of supporting Peter Obi with logistics by providing vehicles and venue for his presidential rally in Port Harcourt recently.

He went on to vow that he would by January tell Rivers people and his supporters nationwide the candidate to vote for in the presidential election, vowing to move from State to State to campaign for that very candidate.

Right now, as DAILY POST reported, Wike and his aggrieved G-5 governors are in London, United Kingdom, where they are expected to brainstorm and come up with a final stand on the candidate to support for the country’s top political position.

There is the general belief that they are likely to choose between Obi and Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress, APC.

While Nigerians await the decision of their meeting on the choice of a presidential candidate, an insider told DAILY POST what might be the end point of the meeting.

Note that the group has refused to campaign for Atiku, insisting that the North cannot produce the Presidential flagbearer and the National Chairman of the party

Other members of the G-5 are governors of Benue, Oyo, Enugu and Abia States, who alongside Wike demanded the resignation of Iyorchia Ayu as the PDP National Chairman.

A source, who spoke to DAILY POST had this to say: “Before I answer your main question let me first tell you this, any candidate that these governors have chosen might just be the next President of Nigeria. I will tell you why.”

“The reason is simple. Wike behaves like a mad man whenever he is chasing something and wants to prove a point. He is going to take that candidate’s campaign for the remaining weeks personal,” the insider, who is an aide to one of the aggrieved governors, told DAILY POST.

He added that, “Their decision will change so many things and create fears in the minds of the other candidates and their supporters. The time of grace for the PDP presidential candidate has passed. Now is the time for the big decision that will turn the political narrative around.

“The reason for this meeting is for all members of the group to agree on one thing. They really don’t want to speak in diverse tones. They want to embark on a massive campaign that will shake Nigeria in January so they want to agree on one candidate to avoid division. They can’t make such a mistake.

“From what I’m seeing, they may push for Peter Obi. For Wike, it has been Peter Obi and I think Governor Ortom has also bought into that idea.

“They’ve seen that Obi, not Labour Party, has massive support majorly from the youth population and they are convinced that with their support, Obi might just win. But they all need to be in concordance and thoroughly examine their next move.”

But the last minute meeting between Tinubu and the governors may alter the permutations and end up in the favour of the ex-Lagos governor.

Also speaking on the matter, a member of the PDP Campaign Council, who does not want to be mentioned, said the G5 can even travel to the moons to take whatever decision they want to take, insisting their decision won’t change anything.

“Well, whatever they announce now is not new to Nigerians. Nigerians already know their decisions. You will be surprised only if you have not been following the political development since after the presidential primary. They can go anywhere.

“They can travel to the moon to make their worthless decisions. Nigerians have decided that Atiku is their next President and you think Wike, Ortom and others can change that? They may be governors but are they bigger than the electorate? Let them hold their meetings after which Nigerians will decide.

“It doesn’t bother His Excellency or his campaign which has been in full gear. You can see the massive support from Nigerians in every State we visit. The people are fed up with the current APC hardship and they know that only Atiku can save the situation and unify the country,” he further stated.`

 

 

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Boko Haram Demands $300,000 Ransom For Abducted Borno Ex-LG Chair, Another Victim

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A new video has emerged showing two men reportedly kidnapped by Boko Haram insurgents in Borno State, pleading for assistance to secure their release.

 

One of the captives, former Biu Local Government Area Chairman Hassan Biu Miringa, revealed that their abductors are demanding a $300,000 ransom.

 

Miringa said he and another individual were taken in December 2025 and have remained in the custody of the militants.

 

In the video shared by Zagazola Makama, Miringa introduced himself, saying: “I am Hassan Biu Miringa, former Chairman of Biu Local Government from 2020 to 2022. Four years after my tenure, we were kidnapped by the soldiers of Khilafa about two weeks ago. Alhamdulillah, we are still alive, but we urgently need help to save our lives.”

 

He added that negotiations with the kidnappers had been underway, with some preliminary agreements reportedly reached.

 

“We have engaged them on four separate occasions and reached an understanding. We appeal to our leaders, especially Borno State Deputy Governor Alhaji Usman Umar Kadafur, the National Assembly representative for Biu, Kwaya, and Shani Hon. Betera Aliyu, as well as our community leaders, to temper justice with mercy and assist us. We are their children and have been working together,” Miringa said.

 

He confirmed the ransom demand, explaining that each captive is expected to pay $150,000, totaling $300,000 for their freedom, and pleaded for urgent intervention to reunite with their families.

 

The video highlights ongoing concerns over kidnappings and insecurity in southern Borno State, which have persisted despite government efforts to curb insurgent activity in the region.

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How Rivers Women Spread Wrappers For Wike’s Motorcade During Port Harcourt Visit

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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Saturday visited Port Harcourt City Local Government as part of his “thank you” visit across Rivers State.

 

Upon his arrival, a group of women displayed a symbolic gesture of loyalty by spreading their wrappers on the ground for his motorcade.

 

The women and supporters of the Minister were in a jubilant mode as Wike drove on the wrappers.

 

Wike has been going around local governments in the state to appreciate them for their support while reeling out moves ahead of the 2027 general elections.

 

In the course of his visits, the Minister had fired several salvos at political actors in the state, warning that their sudden support for President Bola Tinubu won’t secure them any ticket in 2027.

 

Wike also renewed rivalry with Governor Sim Fubara over the leadership control of the political space in the state.

 

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Impeachment Proceedings Against Fubara, Deputy Still Active – Rivers Assembly

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The Rivers State House of Assembly has officially reaffirmed that the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, are ongoing and have not been suspended.

 

The Assembly said the process is still ongoing and is being conducted strictly in line with constitutional provisions.

 

This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints, Hon. Enemi George.

 

According to the statement, the impeachment process, which began on Thursday, January 8, 2026, remains on course in line with the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).

 

The lawmakers disclosed that separate notices of allegations bordering on gross misconduct have been served on both the governor and his deputy in line with Section 188 of the Constitution.

 

“The notices of allegations of gross misconduct against the Governor and the Deputy Governor have been duly forwarded to them by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Martins Amaewhule, and the House is awaiting their responses,” the statement said.

 

The Assembly maintained that it is constitutionally obligated to act in the interest of the rule of law and ensure that no public office holder acts outside legal boundaries.

 

Reacting to reports suggesting that the impeachment move had been halted, the House accused some individuals and media outlets of deliberately spreading misinformation to mislead the public and stir tension between the legislature and Rivers residents.

 

The lawmakers described such reports as false and insisted they would not succumb to intimidation, threats, or blackmail.

 

“We are aware of renewed attempts by certain persons and media platforms to misinform the public by claiming that the impeachment process has been discontinued. The public should disregard such falsehoods, as the process remains active,” the statement added.

 

The Assembly reaffirmed its commitment to democratic principles and constitutional responsibilities, stressing that it would not be distracted by what it termed “cheap propaganda.”

 

It also appreciated the people of Rivers State for their support and prayers amid the ongoing political developments and extended goodwill to Nigerians committed to the nation’s democratic journey.

 

JomogNews reports that during Thursday’s plenary session, presided over by the Speaker, the Majority Leader, Major Jack, formally read the notice of allegations of gross misconduct against Governor Fubara on the floor of the House.

 

 

 

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