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Ex-Taraba Deputy Governor Urges Opposition to Join APC, Says Tinubu Set for Second Term
Joel Ajayi
Former Deputy Governor of Taraba State, Armayau Abubakar, has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) face no serious opposition ahead of the 2027 general elections, insisting that the ruling party has firmly established its dominance across the country.
Abubakar made the remarks on Wednesday in Abuja shortly after his inauguration as the Director-General of the Renewed Hope People Advocacy (RHPA).
According to him, the APC’s widespread control of key political structures across Nigeria has positioned the party for another electoral victory in 2027.
“Everybody knows—even the blind can see—that the APC has taken over the country. We have almost all the governors with us, members of the National Assembly, and members of the various State Houses of Assembly. These are major stakeholders, and they clearly demonstrate that Nigerians have embraced the APC,” he said.
He expressed confidence that President Tinubu would secure a second term, stressing that the party’s growing political strength leaves little room for any meaningful challenge from the opposition.
Questioning the capacity of opposition parties to make an impact in the next general election, Abubakar said they have fallen far behind the ruling party.
“What impact can they make? Where are the parameters? Where would they even begin? We have gone hundreds of miles ahead of them,” he stated.
He urged opposition politicians to align themselves with the APC, describing it as the country’s “winning party.”
“My message to the opposition is that this is the right time to join the APC. President Tinubu has delivered visible achievements across every part of the country. His accomplishments are there for everyone to see. I believe there is nothing the opposition can genuinely hold against him. They should join the moving train—the canoe of Noah—so that together we can reach the promised land,” he added.
Also inaugurated at the event was Dayo Fasola, who emerged as the Women’s Leader of the Renewed Hope People Advocacy.
Fasola commended President Tinubu for what she described as his longstanding commitment to women’s empowerment, recalling that his support for women’s inclusion dates back to his tenure as Governor of Lagos State.
“I am grateful to be part of this great movement. President Bola Tinubu has always been an advocate of women’s empowerment. During his time as Governor of Lagos State, he created awareness about the need to give women greater opportunities and participation in governance.
That vision has continued to inspire women across the country,” she said.She pledged the support of women within the movement for the President’s re-election bid, expressing confidence that his administration would continue to advance inclusive governance.
“I have paid my dues, and I believe it is time for women to take their rightful place in the scheme of things. We have an array of experienced and accomplished individuals in this movement, and we are ready to support President Tinubu’s vision.
Wherever women are given opportunities, success follows, and together we will continue to work for the progress of our nation,” Fasola added.
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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
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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