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JUST IN: Court ends PDP NEC, BoT from sacking Damagum as Acting National Chairman
The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Friday restrained the National Executive Committee (NEC) and Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from removing Amb. Ilya Damagum as the Acting National Chairman of the party.....Read Full Article>>
The court ordered that no other person must be recognized as PDP national chairman other than Damagum until the national convention of the party scheduled for December next year.
Justice Peter Lifu issued the restraining order against PDP NEC, BoT and others while delivering judgment in a suit instituted against them by Senator Umar El-Gash Maina.
The judge held that in line with Articles 42, 47 and 67 of the PDP, it is only at the National Convention of the party that national officers can be elected.
In the suit marked: FHC/ABJ/ CS/579/2024, Justice Lifu said that PDP members are bound by the Constitution of the party and as such must always act in line with the provisions and obedience to the party’s law.
The plaintiff, who claimed to be Chairman of PDP in Yobe State, had instituted the suit against PDP and eight others alleging that some stakeholders of the party have been holding clandestine meetings to forcefully remove Damagum from office in gross violation of the party’s Constitution.
He said that a former Deputy Governor of Kogi State, Dr Phillip Omeiza Salawu was being pushed forward as replacement for Damagun by the stakeholders.
Maina claimed that upon becoming aware of the plan, two separate letters complaining against the clandestine meetings were delivered to the national secretary of the party, Senator Samuel Anyanwu and that despite the acknowledgment of the two letters, the National Secretary and BoT members have never deemed it fit to act on the letters and their claims.
In the suit instituted on his behalf by Joshua Musa, SAN, the plaintiff therefore prayed the court to invoke articles 45, 47 and 67 of PDP Constitution to stop the move to replace Damagum as the Acting National Chairman.
The plaintiff specifically asked the court to declare that the national chairmanship of PDP is rotated between the north and south and not through any other procedure not enshrined in the PDP’s Constitution.
In his judgment after perusing the PDP’s Constitution and exhibits, Justice Lifu agreed with the plaintiff that Damagum can only be replaced at the national convention of the party or through an order of a court.
Justice Lifu also held that any attempt to truncate the un-exhausted four years tenure of the northern region without the national convention of the party will amount to an affront to the Constitution of the PDP.
Earlier, the judge had dismissed the opposition of the defendants to the suit on the grounds that the plaintiff had no locus standi to bring out the case and that the court lacked jurisdiction.
Justice Lifu held that the plaintiff predicated his suit on the protection of PDP Constitution from been violated and the northern region, where he hailed from, from being short changed from the four year tenure.
Justice Lifu said that the plaintiff having displayed his PDP membership card before the court and having raised the fundamental issue of protection of PDP’s Constitution, had sufficient interest and justiciable cause to institute the case.
The judge therefore declared that PDP NEC and BoT are bound by the party’s Constitution and that Damagum as national chairman can only be replaced through the national convention of the party.
He also held that Damagum having been appointed from the northern region where the former national chairman, Senator Iyorcha Ayu, hailed from, is entitled to serve out the remaining tenure of the national chairman
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Tinubu’s selection of a successor for Betta Edu has generated new reactions.
Pulse Nigeria reported that the presidency has confirmed Betta Edu’s departure from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet.....Read Full Article>>
CLTJ spokesperson Barrister Moses Okino commended Yilwatda’s impressive qualifications, which include a PhD in Digital Systems Engineering, describing him as “an excellent fit” for the ministry.
Okino noted Yilwatda’s significant accomplishments, such as the creation of Nigeria’s first Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS) and the World Bank-funded STEP-B project.
“He brings a renewed sense of hope to a ministry that has faced its share of controversies,” Okino said, alluding to previous scandals involving former ministers Betta Edu and Sadiya Farouq.
He emphasized Yilwatda’s reputation for transparency during his time at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), where he earned respect for his integrity.
The coalition is optimistic that Yilwatda’s expertise in digital systems and humanitarian efforts will enhance the ministry’s initiatives to combat food insecurity, disease outbreaks, and displacement.
“His dedication to the welfare of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and vulnerable communities is unparalleled,” Okino remarked, asserting that Yilwatda’s leadership could be transformative for Nigeria’s most at-risk populations.
The CLTJ encouraged Nigerians to support Yilwatda, expressing confidence that he would lead the way to a “new era of hope and progress.”
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FCT: “I’m not here to sell land,” Wike explains his reasons for accepting Tinubu’s ministerial appointment.
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, reiterated that he did not take on the ministerial role to sell land in Abuja. He emphasized that his primary reason for joining the All Progressives Congress (APC) government was to support Bola Tinubu’s administration.....Read Full Article>>
Wike made these statements during the launch of the 15.4-kilometer Pai-Gomani road project in the Kwali Area Council on Tuesday. He stated, “President Ahmed Tinubu’s government will ensure that everyone benefits and participates, reaping the dividends of democracy.”
He added, “I have communicated this to our people. The President has assured you that, with time and patience, he will reach out to all of you. Every Area Council must feel the impact of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government, as he is the President and Commander-in-Chief.”
Wike continued, “Let it be clear: I did not become a Minister to sell land. My goal is to support the President in enhancing the infrastructure of the FCT. Our focus is on infrastructure, both in urban and rural areas.”
He concluded, “Regardless of your political affiliation—whether you are in PDP, APC, or even if you don’t support any party—you will benefit from this road. Its importance cannot be overstated. We will regularly monitor the contractor’s progress to ensure the project is completed as required.”
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The Way I felt losing election as incumbent president — Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan reflected on the difficult experience of losing the 2015 presidential election, calling it one of the toughest moments in his political life. He admitted he felt a deep sense of isolation upon learning the result, as though the entire world was against him. Jonathan shared these reflections on Friday in Abuja at the 1st Raymond Dokpesi Annual Diamond Lecture, hosted by DAAR Communications in collaboration with the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations.....Read Full Article>>
Jonathan, who ran on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), lost to the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate Muhammadu Buhari, who secured 15,424,921 votes compared to Jonathan’s 12,853,162. This historic election marked the first time an incumbent president in Nigeria had been defeated.
With a smile, Jonathan described the intense emotional challenge he faced after the loss, explaining how DAAR Communications Chairman, Raymond Dokpesi, provided guidance and encouragement before he officially handed over to Buhari. “It’s not easy to lose an election as a sitting president,” Jonathan said. “You feel like the whole world is against you. But before I handed over, Dokpesi invited me and offered encouragement, which helped me not only during the transition but also in my personal life as a private citizen. I explain this further in my book *My Transition Hours*.”
Also speaking at the event, the Minister of Information, Idris Mohammed, urged Nigerians to exercise free speech responsibly. Commending Dokpesi as a patriotic media visionary, Mohammed encouraged citizens to find a balance between constructive criticism and recognizing national achievements. “Our respect for freedom of speech is unwavering, but it’s crucial to avoid allowing negative rhetoric to define our reality,” Mohammed remarked, emphasizing the media’s role in fostering a balanced national perspective. “Dokpesi’s legacy exemplifies this balanced approach, leaving an enduring mark on nation-building,” he added.
Raymond Dokpesi passed away on May 29, 2023. According to DAAR Communications Group Managing Director, Tony Akiotu, Dokpesi had been unwell for a few weeks and tragically suffered a fall during a treadmill workout.
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