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Lagos PDP re-affirms loyalty to Turaki-led NWC, dismisses claims of caretaker committee
The Lagos State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), through the Barr. Dr. Amos Fawole-led State Executive Committee-Elect has said it recognizes on the National Working Committee, MWC led by Dr. Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN.
In a Memo Monday, addressed to party members, stakeholders, and the general public, the Lagos chapter said the Memo was meant to put records straight on matters of current leadership status and direction of the party particularly in Lagos State.
The Memo which was signed by Prince Dr. Christopher O. Odianarewo, Lagos State PDP Publicity Secretary-Elect said the chapter re-affirms its recognition, loyalty and support to the National Working Committee (NWC) of the PDP, under the Chairmanship of Dr. Kabiru Tanimu Turaki SAN duly elected at the PDP National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State capital on 15th and 16th of November, 2025.
It said further that the The Lagos State PDP also affirms that the Hon. Phillip Aivoj- led State Executive Committee remains the valid and legally recognized leadership of the party in Lagos State until the expiration of its tenure, after which the newly-elected State Executive Committee, led by Barr. Dr. Amos Fawole, shall formally assume office.
“It will be recalled that on Saturday, September 27, 2025, the National Headquarters of our great party conducted the Lagos State Congress for the election of new State Executive Officers, in line with the provisions of the PDP Constitution. The congress was transparently conducted, monitored by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the new State Executive duly was elected.
“For the avoidance of doubt, all elected structures of the PDP in Lagos State namely the 245 Ward Executive Committees and the 20 Local Government Executive Committees are fully intact and functional.
“The Lagos State PDP dismisses claims by certain individuals falsely and illegally parading themselves as “Lagos State Caretaker Committee” as there is no vacancy at any level of the party in Lagos State to warrant any form of Caretaker Committee.
“The PDP hereby disassociate itself from these individuals and formally notify the general public that these individuals are unknown to the PDP structure in Lagos State and lack any legal, constitutional, or moral authority to act or speak on behalf of the party at any level.
“The public is strongly advised not to engage, transact, or associate politically or financially with such individuals on any matter with regard to the PDP. Anyone dealing with these individuals does so at his or her own risk, as the leadership of the Lagos State PDP shall not be liable for any consequences arising from such dealings.
“Moreover, the Lagos State PDP states unequivocally that the PDP is not factionalized. The PDP in Lagos remains one united, indivisible family operating under a single, legitimate structure and there is no leadership crisis or internal division,” it stated
The party also addressed specific issues in Nigeria political space and lambasted the All Progressives Congress, APC-led state government for its abysmal performance.
“The PDP expresses deep concern over the deteriorating state of Lagos State under the oppressive and insensitive All Progressives Congress (APC). It is heartrending that the current state government has abysmally failed Lagosians across every critical metric. From crumbling road infrastructure to a comatose healthcare system and a struggling education sector, the APC administration has demonstrated a horrible lack of capacity to meet the needs of the people of Lagos State.
“The PDP however urges the citizens of Lagos State not to despair or surrender to despondency in the face of the biting economic hardships exacerbated by the anti-people policies of the APC administration, but to remain resolute as a new dawn is approaching on the platform of the PDP.
“The Lagos State PDP is now reorganized, more united than ever, and strategically poised to reclaim the people’s mandate. The PDP is prepared to offer a sensitive, proactive alternative to the harsh governance currently experienced in the state. Our mission is clear: to restore the glory of Lagos and ensure that the state’s wealth works for all its inhabitants, not just a privileged few.
“Change is only possible through the ballot. We urge all eligible voters to ensure they are prepared for the upcoming electoral cycles,” the Lagos PDP said.
Several candidates recently shortlisted for recruitment into the Nigerian Army from Imo State have sustained varying degrees of injuries after the vehicle conveying them to the Nigerian Army Depot in Zaria, Kaduna State, was involved in a road accident on Saturday.
The candidates were said to be travelling to the training institution to commence their basic military training when the accident occurred.
Military sources familiar with the incident disclosed that the journey was being coordinated under the supervision of Lieutenant Colonel P.D. Ngal.
A military source said the victims had successfully passed the recruitment process and were heading to the Depot Nigerian Army in Zaria to begin their recruit training before the accident disrupted the journey.
“The candidates from Imo State were on their way to the Depot Nigerian Army in Zaria to begin their recruit training when the accident happened this morning,” the source said.
Videos seen by our correspondent showed several injured candidates lying by the roadside and inside damaged vehicles as emergency responders and other travellers made frantic efforts to evacuate them.
Many of the injured candidates were subsequently rushed to nearby hospitals for medical attention.
As of the time of filing this report, the exact cause of the accident and the number of casualties had yet to be officially confirmed.
Benue State Police Command has condemned the killing of the Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Benue State chapter, Ardo Rabo Mohammed, and another man, Yakubu Isa, describing the attack as a senseless criminal act capable of undermining ongoing peace and security efforts in the state.
The victims were reportedly attacked by gunmen while returning from a security meeting along the Okwudu-Ogoli Road in Otukpo Local Government Area.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Udeme Edet, said the Commissioner of Police, CP Cletus C.N. Nwadiogbu, condemned the killings and expressed condolences to the families of the deceased.
“The Commissioner of Police strongly condemns in its entirety the brutal killing of the Chairman of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Benue State chapter, Ardo Rabo Mohammed, and one Yakubu Isa, who were reportedly attacked by unknown assailants while returning from a security meeting along Okwudu-Ogoli Road, Otukpo,” the statement read.
According to the police, the command has commenced a full-scale investigation into the incident, with tactical and intelligence teams deployed to track down those responsible.
The Commissioner assured residents that the command would leave no stone unturned in ensuring the perpetrators are identified, arrested and prosecuted.
He appealed to members of the public to remain calm, avoid taking the law into their own hands, and refrain from spreading unverified information capable of escalating tensions.
The police also urged anyone with credible information that could aid the investigation to report to the nearest police station or contact the command through its emergency lines.
Three bandits have been arrested in Benue state after a lady who they had kidnapped and released, identified them at a motor park and raised alarm.
The k!kidnappers came to Ihotu park to board a vehicle to Makurdi and were met by the lady they had earlier kidnapped and released after collecting ransom from her relatives.
They were even using a bag they collected from the girl. The girl raised the alarm, held one inside the vehicle, and two took to their heels, but were caught.
They had a ghana-must-go bag at the back of the vehicle. N11m was found inside the bag.
Following the confirmation of their identity by another lady who was also their victim, mob gathered around with the intent to beat them up and possibly set them ablaze.
But the park manager decided to invite the police and soldiers who rescued them and took them to their station.
It was later gathered that the Benue state Governor, Rev. Father Hyacinth Alia called and said he was interested in the case which made the police to take the apprehended bandits to Makurdi, the state capital.
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