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PDP Condemns EFCC Arrest of Former Plateau Lawmakers, Alleges Political Witch-Hunt

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The Plateau State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the recent arrest and public parading of its former lawmakers, including a former Speaker of the State House of Assembly, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), describing the move as politically motivated and an abuse of power.

In a statement issued by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Jonathan Amande, the PDP alleged that the arrests were orchestrated by prominent leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, using the EFCC as an instrument of political persecution.

“This is nothing short of a political witch-hunt aimed at suppressing opposition voices and destabilizing the PDP-led administration in Plateau State,” the statement read. “We condemn in the strongest terms the parading of our members like common criminals.”

The EFCC had on Tuesday arrested 14 former lawmakers, including former Speaker Moses Thomas Sule, over alleged money laundering and abuse of procurement processes during their brief tenure before being removed from office by a court ruling. The anti-graft agency stated that the lawmakers failed to return official vehicles worth N2.5 billion, prompting further procurement by the state government for the current legislators.

However, the PDP maintains that the timing and manner of the arrests raise serious questions about political bias. It claimed the action was part of a wider strategy to discredit the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

According to Amande, the PDP administration in Plateau has chosen to prioritize governance and development despite inheriting challenges from the previous APC-led government, rather than engaging in political vendettas.

“The continued misuse of federal institutions like the EFCC for partisan interests not only violates the rights of citizens but also threatens the integrity of Nigeria’s democracy,” the party said.

The PDP called on its members to remain calm and undeterred, urging supporters not to be distracted by what it described as “the APC’s antics.” It also reiterated its commitment to justice, fairness, and the rule of law.

“The PDP remains resolute and will resist any attempt to undermine democratic governance in Plateau State and Nigeria as a whole,” the statement concluded.

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2027: Refrain from inflammatory comments capable of causing our downfall – Ayorinde urges APC members 

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A chieftain of All Progressives Congress, APC, in Oyo State, Olalekan Ayorinde, has advised all members of the party to refrain from any statement that could cause setbacks for the party in 2027.
Ayorinde, who hails from Ibadan North East local government area, made the call in a press release, made available to newsmen on Tuesday.

He explained that recent discussions and growing tensions surrounding the emergence of party candidates have stirred strong emotions among APC members.

However, he cautioned members to understand that the strength of the party has always been rooted in unity and respect for leadership.

He advised members of the party to embrace peace and dialogue, adding that this will allow the party focus on how to reclaim the state in 2027.

“As our great party, the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Oyo State, prepares for the 2027 general elections, I appeal to all leaders, members, supporters, and aspirants to remain calm, peaceful, and committed to the values that have kept us united over the years

“Recent discussions and growing tensions surrounding the emergence of party candidates have stirred strong emotions among many of us. That is understandable. However, we must remember that the strength of the APC has always been rooted in unity and respect for leadership.

“Regardless of our individual preferences or political interests, we must continue to respect the process and decisions of our party. Whether or not we are in favour of those decisions, our loyalty must be to the progress of the APC and the continued development of our great state, Oyo.

“Let us embrace dialogue, patience, and mutual respect as we work together toward the larger goal of securing victory for the APC in 2027.”

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I’m Jealous Wike is in PDP – APC Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda admits

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The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Nentawe Yilwatda, has expressed his admiration for the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike’s work rate, while wondering when he sleeps.

Yilwatda, who said he’s jealous that Wike is in the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, wished he could cause the Minister to defect to the APC.

He spoke during the flag-off of construction of Collector Road CO1 from Nile University area to Ring Road III, Extension of Body of Benchers road.

The road flagged off was part of projects to mark President Bola Tinubu’s third anniversary in office and he was represented by Yilwatda.

However, Yilwatda said: “The workaholic, every working, and tireless Minister, and I don’t know when you sleep.

“The Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, you know that I’m jealous that you are in the PDP, I wish I could corner you and bring you to APC.

“But I’m happy that PDP borrowed you to us in 2023 and I saw your letter then to the National Working Committee of PDP borrowing you to us.

“I don’t know that it would lead to such a remark feat by you that what APC can do some of the PDP members can also do it.”

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