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The 2027 governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Abia State, Eric Opah, has denied reports circulating on social media claiming that he promised to release IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu if elected governor of Abia State.

In the report, Eric Opah was quoted as saying:

“I will set Mazi Nnamdi Kanu free once I become Governor of Abia State in 2027. I said it, and I will do it. I have the capacity, don’t doubt me.”

However, responding to the trending report, the Abia APC candidate described the story as false, misleading, and the handiwork of desperate people.

Speaking through Eric Ikwuagwu, the Director of Media and Publicity of the Eric Opah Campaign Organisation, the APC candidate said the sole aim of the report was to drag his name into unnecessary controversy.

“At no time did Chief Eric Opah make such a statement, either publicly or privately. The fabrication is a clear demonstration of the growing desperation among certain individuals and political actors who have chosen the path of falsehood, propaganda, and character assassination instead of issue-based politics.

“It is highly condemnable that some persons would deliberately manufacture fake quotes and circulate them in an attempt to deceive unsuspecting members of the public and create tension within the polity.

“Chief Eric Opah remains a responsible leader committed to lawful governance, peace, development, and constructive engagement on issues affecting Abia State and the nation at large. He will not be distracted by the antics of mischief-makers and enemies of progress,” the statement said.

The statement further urged members of the public, party faithful, and supporters of the candidate to disregard the fake news.

I never promised to release Nnamdi Kanu from prison – Abia APC candidate, Opah

The Screening and Selection Committees of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has reacted to the reports that some aspirants are allegedly being prevented from participating in the ongoing party primaries across the country.

In a statement signed by Osa Director Esq., the National Publicity Secretary, NDC, the party said categorically that all aspirants who successfully completed the screening process have been duly cleared and are therefore eligible to participate in the primaries.

“Consequently, any action by any state chapter or party official aimed at preventing a duly cleared aspirant from participating in the exercise is null, void, and of no effect whatsoever,” the statement said

“No aspirant should be denied the opportunity to participate in the primaries in any part of the country.”

The NDC said it remains a progressive and people-oriented political party firmly committed to the principles of accountability, transparency, fairness, and inclusivity.

It added, “It is therefore unacceptable for any arm of the party’s administrative structure to act contrary to these core values and guiding principles.”

The party said that members and officials at all levels are directed to ensure that the primaries are conducted peacefully, transparently, and strictly in accordance with the constitution, guidelines, and regulations of the party.

It said, “The primaries for the presidential, governorship, National Assembly, and State Assembly elections will hold nationwide on May 29, 2026.

“Aspirants are further advised to note that, aside from the State Assembly primaries, which will hold within the respective constituency areas, all other primaries shall take place at the local government level as earlier communicated by the party.”

NDC clears air on reports of aspirants being prevented from participating in primaries

The management of Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH) has cancelled a planned students’ excursion to New Bussa in Niger State following security concerns raised by parents and stakeholders.

The university said the decision was taken by the Vice-Chancellor, Musa Tukur Yakasai, after reviewing reports on the security situation in the area where Level 400 Fisheries students were expected to undertake their mandatory field exercise.

A statement issued by the Deputy Registrar, Information and Public Affairs, Abdullahi Datti Abdullahi, said, “When the idea of going to New Bussa came up, the Vice Chancellor, who was already aware of the security situation, had long rejected the trip.”

The university added that the Department of Fisheries was directed to find a safer alternative.

“The students are now going to Tiga Dam in Kano for the mandatory exercise,” the statement added.

The management stressed that students’ safety remains a top priority.

“The university never jokes with students’ safety and welfare, both within and outside the campus,” Abdullahi said.

“There is no plan to take our students to New Bussa or any other unsecured area,” he said.

The clarification followed concerns raised by parents over the proposed trip to Niger State.

ADUSTECH cancels students’ excursion to Niger over security concerns

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The Nigerian government has dismissed claims that it has suspended the Students Upkeep Allowance under its loan scheme. 

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund, disclosed in a statement by its spokesperson, Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi on Thursday. 

This comes amid reports making the rounds that the Nigerian government has suspended students’ upkeep allowances. 

However, reacting, NELFUND, there is no directive on the suspension of upkeep allowances. 

NELFUND described the claims as false and misleading.

“NELFUND also urges the public to refrain from sharing unverified content capable of spreading misinformation and causing unnecessary anxiety among students and parents nationwide.

“The Fund remains steadfast in its commitment to expanding access to higher education and supporting Nigerian students through sustainable financing initiatives,” the statement reads. 

It’s false – NELFUND finally speaks on suspension of students’ upkeep allowances 

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Alex Otti has raised alarm over the continued drop in the number of Nigerians exercising their voting rights during elections.

Otti, who was speaking in Umuahia on Thursday during a lecture organised to mark the third anniversary of his administration, said that only 27% of registered voters cast their votes in the 2023 election.

He warned that the refusal or reluctance of voters in Abia and Nigeria at large to play an active role in the electoral system would result in the emergence of wrong leaders and bad governance.

Otti noted that citizens who register to vote but refuse to exercise that mandate create stronger grounds for corrupt or unprepared persons to emerge as leaders of the people.

The Abia State governor, who acknowledged that many Nigerians are losing faith in the country’s electoral system because of malpractice, said this should not serve as an excuse to abandon the political future of the country to corrupt individuals.

“You can say sometimes when you come and exercise your will that it does not count.

“If votes do not count, why do politicians campaign? They could have just sat down and written the results,” Otti said.

Responding to the lecture delivered by Chidi Odinkalu, Governor Otti announced the appointment of his commissioners for tertiary education, health, and basic and secondary education into the Abia State Security Council to ensure security in the educational system.

He declared that kidnapping, banditry, and armed robbery have been drastically reduced by his administration but lamented that cultism remains a challenge that must be crushed, starting from the school environment.

“The other day, cultists went on a rampage and killed some people in Aba, and then we traced them back to the schools,” Otti said.

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