BREAKING: Police, Others Prevent EFCC From Arresting Yahaya Bello
EFCC operatives attempted to arrest former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello at his Abuja residence but were prevented by armed men, including police officers. The siege prompted a visit from the current Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, and a statement from Bello's media office condemning the action. The EFCC's move was allegedly in violation of a court order obtained by Bello, which restrained the commission from harassing or arresting him. Bello's media office accused the EFCC of using spurious allegations to embarrass and harass him, particularly citing a charge dating back to 2015. The state government also criticized the EFCC's actions, labeling them as ridiculous and questioning the agency's commitment to fighting corruption.
Ayu Withdraws Case Against PDP
Former PDP National Chairman, Dr. Iyiorchia Ayu, has withdrawn his court case against the party, removing legal obstacles to his replacement. The North Central Caucus aims to ensure the zone produces Ayu's successor. Meanwhile, Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum is engaging in meetings to bolster his position. Recent gatherings included interactions with party officials and state chairpersons in Abuja.
APC has no plan to suspend El-Rufai- Spokesperson, Wusono
The All Progressive Congress (APC) in Kaduna State has denied plans to suspend former governor Nasir El-Rufai amid allegations of anti-party activities. The spokesperson of the APC in Kaduna, Salisu Wusono, clarified that there is no such intention. El-Rufai's recent visits to the Social Democratic Party (SDP) headquarters and his association with suspended Senator Abdul Ningi sparked debates on social media, leading to speculations about his political intentions. However, the national chair of the SDP, Shehu Gabam, dismissed these speculations, stating that El-Rufai's visit should not be interpreted politically as he has a longstanding relationship with him. Gabam emphasized that El-Rufai played a significant role in the formation of the APC in 2015.
‘It will not be enforced’ – APC rejects court order that affirmed Ganduje’s suspension
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected a court order affirming the suspension of the party's national chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, labeling it unlawful. The order was issued by a Kano State High Court following an ex parte motion filed by Haladu Gwanjo and Laminu Sani. However, the APC's National Legal Adviser, Professor Abdulkarim Kana, declared the order null and void, stating that it was obtained through fraudulent means and therefore not enforceable. Kana emphasized that those responsible for Ganduje's suspension are not members of the APC.