Opinion

2023 will be a year of victory, success to PDP- Hassan, Plateau PDP Chairman

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4 years ago

January 3, 2023

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The Plateau State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Chris Hassan has expressed hope that 2023 will be a year of victory and resounding success for the PDP during the next elections.

Hassan in a press statement signed by the Publicity Secretary, John Akans urged the people to remain committed and unshakable towards the rebuilding project of the Governorship Candidate, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang during the next election.

“As we are all aware, 2023 is an election year that presents to us, another auspicious opportunity to renew our pact with the electoral process and reaffirm our trust and confidence, through the ballot box, for our chosen candidates who will get our mandate back, to deliver prosperity and other dividends of democracy to our people.

“The PDP is already the party of choice in Plateau State, with our comprehensive structure and campaigns across all the pulling units, Wards, and Local Government Areas in the State and our excellent performance while in government speaks for us, by the massive and verifiable projects we delivered while in government are so far in every sector and across the Local Government Area of the state.”

He expressed dismay over the monumental failure, and disastrous and suffocating performance of the APC at the state and national level and assured the people that the party was ready and poised again to take over to rescue and rebuild Plateau and Nigeria for Nigerians.

“We are blessed in the State, that His Excellency, Barr Caleb Mutfwang our own undisputed leader and the incoming Governor who is poised to rescue and rebuild Plateau state is on the ballot and that gives us the opportunity to make it right this time around.

“There is no doubt Mutfwang is on the ballot as our Candidate for the coming election, for this singular reason as a people we do not have a better alternative or choice than to come out en-masse to vote PDP, for a better and exclusive leadership in the state.

“And again there is no doubt whatsoever, that PDP is the most prepared, most organized, and most loved party in the State and Nigeria at large and we are passionately appealing to all citizens particularly the electorates to make a resounding statement of victory by coming out to vote for the PDP; Atiku/Okowa for President, Mutfwang/ Piyo for Governor and all our National Assembly and State Assembly Candidates, all-the-way, in the 2023 general elections.

“We urge all eligible voters to go and collect their PVCs and to remember that with the new BVAS Technology which will be used to conduct the Elections, your vote is your power and the 2023 votes will surely count and be counted in favour of your chosen candidates.”

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Atiku, Obi: Rufai Oseni urges Tinubu to be cautious with Wike

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2 weeks ago

September 3, 2026

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Arise Television anchor, Rufai Oseni, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu to be wary of his political relationship with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike.

Oseni spoke while reacting to Wike’s recent claim that he would become a major target of opposition politicians, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, if President Tinubu fails to secure re-election in 2027.

Wike made the remark during a media chat in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Wednesday, where he defended his continued support for Tinubu’s second-term ambition despite being a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.

Reacting during Arise Television’s The Morning Show on Thursday, Oseni questioned why Wike was allegedly concerned about being witch-hunted by Atiku or Obi.

According to him, Wike should have nothing to fear if he was confident that his actions had been justified.

“So why is Mr Wike afraid today? Why is he afraid that if Atiku Abubakar gets in, he’s going to be witch-hunted?

“Is it because he prevented Atiku from campaigning in Rivers State?” Oseni said.

“I don’t have problems with him not accepting to support Atiku, but what I have problems with is that he used his high-handedness as governor to ensure that Atiku did not campaign in Rivers State.

“Why is he thinking Peter Obi will witch-hunt him? Oh, is it because, like the BBC revealed, what Obi got on the IReV was more than any person in that election, and we saw what was declared because he has his hand over it.

“Mr Wike, why are you scared? Why do you think they will witch-hunt you? Is there anything you want to tell us? Because if you are proud of your actions, you should not fear a witch hunt.”

Oseni also warned Tinubu to be cautious in his dealings with Wike, arguing that the former Rivers State governor could publicly disclose details of their political relationship if they eventually fall out.

He said Wike had a history of falling out with former political allies and associates.

“You see, for all of those that do things with him, in all of this, the person I pity the most, and I have a very great pity for, is President Tinubu, because you see how Wike is revealing everything now.

“The day he quickly falls out with President Tinubu, this Wike will talk, and he will talk very well.

“So, Babami, President Tinubu, I hope whatever you are doing with Wike are things that we can say in public. I’m just begging for posterity’s sake, because it is the height of delusion for President Tinubu to think that whatever ‘padi padi’ he is doing with Wike, if they are no longer together, Wike will not talk,” he said.

Oseni further referenced Wike’s past political comments against godfatherism, including his criticism of Tinubu during the political crisis involving former Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode.

“This was the same Wike, if you remember, when Ambode was going back and forth with President Tinubu, he told him that we don’t allow godfathers in Rivers.

“You were talking to President Tinubu then, now you people are aligning. Congratulations to you, because I’m saying this from experience,” he added.

Oseni said he knew some people who were once close to Wike but were no longer on speaking terms with him, warning the President to be careful in his relationship with the FCT minister.

Wike has been locked in a prolonged political battle with Atiku since the 2022 PDP presidential primary, which the former vice president won ahead of the then Rivers State governor.

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Gagdi Mourns Former Plateau Speaker Peter Azi, Describes Him as a Man of Humility and Kindness

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1 month ago

August 17, 2026

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Member of the House of Representatives representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Peter Ajang Azi.

Azi reportedly passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026.

In a tribute issued following his death, Gagdi described the late former Speaker as his “brother, colleague and friend,” saying his death was a painful loss to his immediate family, Plateau State, the legislative community, particularly members of the 8th Assembly, and everyone who knew him.

Gagdi, who served alongside Azi in the 8th Plateau State House of Assembly as Deputy Speaker, said their time together in the legislature remained a memorable chapter of his public service.

According to him, Azi demonstrated that effective leadership did not have to be loud, noting that he carried himself with “remarkable simplicity, humility and dignity.”

“Azi was a man of kindness, honesty and sincerity of purpose. He had a gentle disposition and a way of making people feel valued,” Gagdi said.

The federal lawmaker also recalled the personal bond he shared with the former Speaker, particularly the familiar moments when he would jokingly tell him, “Take this and take that,” describing the expression as a reflection of the friendship, trust and camaraderie between them.

Gagdi said Azi’s contributions to Plateau State and its democratic development would not be forgotten, stressing that his life of service, humility and commitment to his people had left behind a lasting legacy.

He extended his condolences to Azi’s wife, children, siblings, relatives, friends and other members of the family, as well as the people of Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency.

Gagdi prayed that Almighty God would comfort the bereaved family and grant them the strength to bear the loss.

“May God grant Peter Ajang Azi eternal rest, receive him into His everlasting Kingdom, and grant the family the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.”

He concluded by bidding his former colleague and friend farewell, saying: “Rest well, my brother Peter. Your journey on earth is over, but your memories, your kindness and your service will remain with us.”