Opinion

Why Plateau Governor Lalong was not chosen as APC Vice Presidential Candidate

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4 years ago

July 15, 2022

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LALONG WAS CONSIDERED BUT…!

Truth be told alot of waters passed under the bridge that people didn’t know about. As an insider of the Tinubu Support Campaign Team, I am among those that pushed for a Lalong candidature as a Vice Presidential nominee of our Party the APC.

We pushed to the level that myself and two other members were summoned to a boardroom for a proper engagement and analysis.

In all fairness, we were shown the results of Gov Lalong’s victories both during his first election and reelection as a Governor. The Margin between him and the PDP candidate was nothing to write home about. We were also told of how Rt Hon. Yakubu Dogara too was one of their choices but also he comes from a minority in his state in Bauchi state.

More worrisome to the team too is the glaring fact that the Christendom seem to have started campaigning for an Obi candidature openly and most of the Christians in the north have already taken sides with Obi and few others with Atiku based on the choice of Governor Okowa.

On the other side in the core north where majority of the votes are, they are demanding for a Muslim VP to deliver Tinubu. Then the reality trickled on the team that for it to win majority of the votes in the North, they have to get a popular candidate from the North that first and foremost has the votes from his state then the adjoining states.

We were then shown the wide margin governor Shettima got from his state in both elections and that of it’s supporting state Yobe to which they always go in the same direction.

Don’t also forget that this is the same zone that Atiku comes from.

Truly of a fact that I know, Gov Lalong and Rt. Hon. Dogara were considered but the numbers didn’t Add Up!

Don’t forgot that in Politics, its the numbers that matters the most and you have to win an election before you can govern.

I honestly believe in Tinubu’s ability to deliver as a President come 2023. Records don’t lie…

Comrade Prince Miaphen

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Dayo Israel Congratulates Muslim Faithful on Eid-el-Kabir, Urges Nigerian Youths to Put God First in All Endeavours

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3 days ago

May 27, 2026

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The National Youth Leader of the All-Progressives Congress (APC), Dayo Israel, has congratulated Muslim faithful across Nigeria and around the world on the celebration of Eid Kabir, describing the season as a period of sacrifice, obedience, faith, and total submission to the will of Almighty Allah.

In his goodwill message to commemorate the festival, Dayo Israel charged Nigerian youths to embrace the timeless virtues of discipline, humility, perseverance, and Godliness, noting that true success can only be achieved when God remains at the centre of every endeavour.

He emphasized that Eid Kabir serves as a powerful reminder of the rewards of faith, dedication, and sacrifice, urging young Nigerians not to lose hope despite prevailing challenges in the country.

According to him, Nigerian youths possess enormous potential capable of transforming the nation positively if they remain focused, hardworking, and committed to righteous values.

“As we celebrate Eid Kabir, I encourage Nigerian youths to always put God first in all their endeavours. The story of Prophet Ibrahim teaches us obedience, sacrifice, and unwavering faith in God. These virtues are necessary for every young person striving for success and greatness in life and nation-building,” Dayo Israel stated.

He further called on youths to continue promoting peace, unity, tolerance, and national cohesion, while also supporting efforts aimed at building a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria and in conclusion prayed for renewed blessings, peace, and prosperity for Muslim faithful and all Nigerians during the festive season.

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Ned Nwoko Alleges Manipulation of Delta North APC Primaries, Claims He Won Election

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1 week ago

May 21, 2026

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Senator Ned Nwoko has alleged that the results of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries in Delta North were manipulated, insisting that he was the rightful winner of the exercise.

Speaking during an appearance on an online news programme, Nwoko disputed the outcome of the primaries organised by the All Progressives Congress, which reportedly declared former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa as the winner.

He claimed to possess video evidence from all 98 wards where the primaries were conducted, saying the materials clearly show that he emerged victorious. He added that he intends to submit the evidence to the party leadership for review.

Nwoko explained that midway through the process, participants were informed that ward-level results would not be announced locally but would instead be collated and declared at the national level.

However, he alleged that the process was later altered, claiming that results from a single ward linked to the former governor were suddenly presented and used to determine the final outcome.

The senator further accused the Delta State Government of colluding in the alleged manipulation of the primary election results, escalating tensions around the disputed exercise.