The crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) continues to escalate, with growing tensions among party leaders and members of the Board of Trustees (BoT) over the leadership of acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum. Damagum, who assumed leadership following Senator Iyorchia Ayu’s court removal, faces mounting opposition from various party factions, with critics calling for … Read more
The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced plans to meet with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, in January 2025 in an effort to resolve the ongoing crisis within the opposition party. The announcement was made by PDP BoT Chairman, Senator Adolphus Wabara, during an … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has postponed its National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, originally scheduled for October 24, to November 28, 2024. The decision followed a four-hour meeting of party stakeholders at the Bauchi State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After Two-Week Working Vacation In UK, France NIDCOM Gears … Read more
A chieftain of PDP in Lagos State, Mr Toafik Gani, has described the current national leadership tussle in the party as unfortunate and disappointing Gani made this statement on Sunday in Lagos. The former Publicity Secretary of the party in the state was reacting to the crisis in the party,which has resulted in the suspension … Read more
As the internal crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) intensifies, the PDP Governors Forum, led by Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, has called for an emergency meeting on Monday to address the growing concerns within the party. Governor Mohammed urged the factional acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, to restore calm by reverting to the … Read more
Isaac Fayose, the younger brother of former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, has made a dramatic declaration, announcing himself as the new national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). EKO HOT BLOG reports that this development comes amid the escalating internal crisis within the PDP, which saw two factions emerge from Nigeria’s main opposition … Read more
The Board of Trustees, BoT, of the People’s Democratic Party has urged the two factions within the party’s National Working Committee, NWC, to sheath their swords and revert to status quo. The board made the call in a statement issued by its Chairman, Sen. Adolphus Wabara, on Friday in Abuja, as part of its moves … Read more
The internal crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has deepened as a faction of the National Working Committee (NWC) has suspended the acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, and National Secretary, Samuel Anyanwu, over accusations of disloyalty to the party. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on Sustainable System Project Shamim Ahmed: Student … Read more
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, and National Legal Adviser, Kamaldeen Ajibade, SAN, amidst internal crises plaguing the party since 2023. Both officials were at the forefront of calls for the PDP’s National Chairman, Umar Damagum, to strictly adhere to the party’s … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially rejected the results of the recent Edo State Governorship election, as announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a media briefing in Abuja on Monday, Acting National Chairman of the PDP, Amb. Umar Damagum, voiced his party’s dissatisfaction with the outcome, insisting that the people of … Read more
The Acting National Chairman of People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Umar Damagum, says the September 21 Edo governorship election holding will be a test for the nation’s democracy. He stated this at the grand finale campaign rally of the party in Benin. Damagum tasked security agencies on professionalism and justice during and after the election. “From … Read more
The ongoing feud between Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), and Senator Musa Kwankwaso, the national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), was evident on Friday as they deliberately avoided eye contact at the wedding of Laila Abubakar, daughter of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, held in … Read more
The Acting National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Umar Damagum has vowed not to allow critics of his leadership style to intimidate him into abdicating his responsibilities. He made the vow in response to Chief Edwin Clerk, and a former Party Spokesman, Kola Ologbondiyan, who both criticized his handling of the party’s affairs … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has inaugurated a 17-member Caretaker Committee to pilot the affairs of the Benue chapter of the party for the next 90 days. The acting National Chairman of the party, Mr Umar Damagum, who inaugurated the committee in Abuja, urged the members to reconcile aggrieved members and various PDP groups in … Read more
Shuaib Oyedokun, a PDP BoT member, has defected to the APC. In his resignation letter, Oyedokun stated that his decision was difficult but necessary. Oyedokun believes his experience and leadership will be more valued in the APC. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Shuaib Oyedokun, a Board of Trustees (BoT) member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), … Read more
Federal High Court in Abuja issues injunction preventing PDP from removing Umar Damagum as Acting National Chairman. Ruling follows urgent affidavit submitted by plaintiffs Senator Umar Maina and Alhaji Zanna Gaddama. Lawsuit, identified as FHC/ABJ/CS/579/2024, names PDP, NWC, NEC, BOT, and INEC as defendants. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja has … Read more
Atiku Abubakar emphasized political power’s divine origin amid disputes following the PDP’s NEC meeting. Taofeek Arapaja, the PDP’s Deputy National Chairman (South), stated that the NEC cannot suspend Nyesome Wike. The PDP NEC refrained from addressing alleged anti-party issues, maintaining Umar Damagum as the acting national chairman. Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Vice-President, Atiku … Read more
Acting PDP Chair Umar Damagum retains position after surviving removal attempts Party’s National Caucus endorses Damagum’s continued role, defers leadership decision to NEC Lawmakers divided on Damagum’s fate, with some calling for North Central replacement Eko Hot Blog reports that the lead-up to the PDP’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting was marred by intense debates … Read more
PDP NWC to present report on anti-party activities to NEC, including involvement of Nyesom Wike. Discussion on the future of acting National Chairman Umar Damagum also on agenda. 52 members of National Caucus Committee expected to attend, focusing on reconciliation and disciplinary issues. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples … Read more
Minority leaders disown 60 lawmakers calling for resignation of PDP’s acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum. The Coalition of Opposition Lawmakers threatens to quit PDP if Damagum doesn’t resign, prompting a reaction from minority leaders. Minority leaders condemn the coalition’s actions, stating they are unknown to the parliament and do not represent minority parties’ views. EKO … Read more