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2027 Poll: Peter Obi Has No Chance Against Bola Tinubu in Lagos — Sunday Dare

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4 months ago

June 28, 2026

Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will reclaim Lagos State in the 2027 presidential election, insisting that Peter Obi no longer poses a significant political threat to the administration.

Dare made the assertion during an appearance on the Mic On Podcast, where he dismissed suggestions that the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate remains a major obstacle to Tinubu’s re-election bid.

According to him, the Tinubu administration is banking on its performance in office rather than political calculations, stressing that ongoing reforms and policy initiatives have boosted public confidence in the government.

“This government is not afraid of Peter Obi. He is not a nightmare to our government. Maybe before, Peter Obi was a threat, but right now, he is no threat because we stand on the solid ground of performance,” Dare said.

He noted that over the past three years, the administration has focused on tackling Nigeria’s economic and governance challenges through strategic policy reforms, adding that these efforts have delivered measurable results.

“We have been able to interrogate the problems of this country. Decisions are being taken, policies are being unfolded across the country, and we have a scorecard to show,” he stated.

Dare also criticized Obi’s public commentary, arguing that many of his responses to national issues often fail to directly address the questions posed to him.

He said some of Obi’s interviews leave audiences confused due to what he described as indirect and overly elaborate responses.

Looking ahead to the 2027 presidential election, the presidential aide maintained that Obi’s unexpected victory over Tinubu in Lagos during the 2023 poll would not be repeated.

“Peter Obi defeated President Tinubu in Lagos in 2023. This is 2027; he can’t defeat Tinubu again in Lagos,” Dare asserted.

He expressed confidence that the administration’s performance and achievements in office would play a decisive role in shaping voter decisions and strengthening Tinubu’s chances at the polls in 2027.

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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development

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18 hours ago

October 21, 2026

The Gleamer

Cyril Samania

The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.

Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.

He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.

According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.

He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.

Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.

Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.

According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.

He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.

Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.

Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.

He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.

Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.

He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.

The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.

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