Politics
ATIKU SLAMS FULL MILITARY HONOURS ACCORDED PRESIDENT’S SON, CALLS FOR PROBE
Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria and the nation’s leading opposition figure, has strongly condemned the recent military parade involving Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu. He has demanded a thorough investigation into the incident, labelling it a gross violation of military tradition.
In a signed statement by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, Atiku expressed outrage over the event, calling it an aberration for any branch of the Armed Forces to organize a formal parade for a non-designated public figure. “It is with utter dismay and concern that Nigerians were subjected to a nauseating video circulating online, where a group of young men, armed and in full military procession, bestowed upon the President’s son unwarranted military honours,” the statement read.
However, it has been revealed that the Nigerian Army is not behind the Quarter Guard salute in honour of Seyi Tinubu. A video currently trending online showed that Seyi Tinubu received a salute from the quarter guard on his arrival in Abeokuta, but the men in uniform in the video are not Nigerian soldiers. Instead, a group called Community Auxiliary Development & Effective Transformation Network has claimed responsibility for the parade.
The former Vice-President further questioned the legitimacy of the military-like outfit involved, stating that the so-called group is not a recognized entity within the Nigerian Armed Forces. Atiku emphasized the disturbing fact that the name “Cadet,” associated with young, formally trained military personnel, was exploited by civilians to tarnish the esteemed traditions of the militaryAtiku has now called for an urgent investigation by all relevant security agencies to address critical concerns, including the legitimacy of the group behind the parade and the origin and legality of the firearms displayed. “If it is determined that any legal violations were committed by the President’s son or members of the so-called group, it is the constitutional duty of Nigerian security agencies to ensure that the law takes its course and those responsible are held accountable,” Atiku said.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced Tuesday, March 24, 2026, as the date for the screening of aspirants seeking to contest for national offices at its forthcoming national convention.
In a notice issued by the party’s Aspirants’ Screening Committee, Secretary, His Excellency, Isa Yuguda stated that aspirants who have purchased and submitted their Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms are required to attend the exercise in person.
The screening is scheduled to hold at Transcorp Hilton Abuja, with proceedings set to commence at 9:00 a.m.
According to the statement, aspirants are expected to arrive early and come along with all relevant supporting documents for verification.
The committee stressed that attendance is mandatory for all aspirants, as the exercise forms a critical part of the process leading to the party’s 2026 national convention.
For further enquiries, aspirants and stakeholders are advised to contact the committee via 08034537560, 08062292972, or 08028925141.
Politics
2027 Shake-Up: Kogi Governor Allegedly Double-Dealing, Campaigns for Opposition in Mopamuro
In a development sending shockwaves through Kogi State politics, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has been accused of orchestrating support for opposition candidates, raising fresh questions about his loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 elections.
According to an APC chieftain in Mopamuro Local Government Area, who spoke on condition of anonymity, the governor directed his political appointees led by the state Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo to campaign for ADC’s Hon. Leke Abejide in his bid for a third term in the House of Representatives.
Eyewitnesses said the rally saw appointees don T-shirts and caps celebrating APC achievements but without any party logos, creating confusion about their political stance.
Many APC faithful reportedly resisted participating, with some sustaining minor injuries after falling off vehicles during the walk.
Following the event, appointees from Mopamuro were allegedly summoned to a meeting where they were given an ultimatum: support the ADC candidate or resign.
The insider claimed this move undermines the rotational arrangement in Yagba Federal Constituency, where Mopamuro is expected to produce the next representative.
“It is astonishing that a sitting governor would order his own appointees to campaign for a candidate of another party,” the source said. “It smacks of double-dealing and raises serious questions about his political intentions.”
Attempts to reach Governor Ododo and Commissioner Fanwo for comment were unsuccessful.
Political analysts warn that if these claims are substantiated, they could spark internal crises within APC and reshape the electoral landscape in Kogi State ahead of 2027.
The Lagos State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has distanced itself from a lawsuit currently before the Federal High Court in Abuja, stating that it neither authorised nor endorsed the legal action.
In a statement issued over the weekend, the party’s state leadership clarified that the suit, reportedly filed on behalf of ADC state chairmen and executive committees nationwide, does not represent the position of the Lagos chapter.
State Chairman Gbenga Asiru said the chapter was not consulted prior to the filing of the case and did not grant approval to any individual or group to act on its behalf.
“The action represents the personal position of the named plaintiffs and does not reflect the stance of ADC Lagos State,” the statement read.
The chapter reaffirmed its commitment to internal democracy, the rule of law, and unity within the party, stressing that while individuals have the right to seek judicial interpretation, such actions must not be portrayed as collective decisions.
ADC Lagos added that it remains focused on strengthening its internal structures and advancing the interests of its members and supporters.