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Buhari’s aide consoles ADC
By Philippine Duru
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Former presidential aide Lauretta Onochie has fired a blistering broadside at recent political realignments, warning that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) must resist what she described as calculated “political tourism” and remain firmly in control of its direction.
In a sharply worded post on her X handle, Onochie declared, “We are in charge,” setting the tone for a no-holds-barred critique of movements surrounding former presidential candidate Peter Obi and his brief association with the party.
While acknowledging that democracy guarantees freedom of association, Onochie insisted that patterns—not pronouncements—reveal true intent. According to her, Obi’s engagement with the ADC raised red flags from the outset, as his overtures were met with caution by party insiders wary of what she implied was a deeper strategic play.
She pointed to what she called a glaring contradiction: while high-level engagement was being signalled, a large segment of Obi’s support base remained outside the party structure—often hostile to its leadership. That disconnect, she argued, was not accidental but revealing.
Rather than strengthening the party, Onochie suggested there were subtle attempts to test internal structures and influence dynamics. But, she stressed, the ADC proved resistant.
“Institutions grounded in process do not yield easily to transient ambition,” she wrote, asserting that party members “held their ground—solidly.”
Onochie credited the (ADC) of Nigeria with delivering what she described as a decisive intervention that “reset the narrative,” restoring stability and neutralising what she termed “manufactured turbulence” within the party.
With that stability, she argued, the political interest that once hovered around the ADC quickly evaporated—making the eventual exit as revealing as the initial entry.
Turning her attention to subsequent political moves, Onochie warned Nigerians to scrutinise what she characterised as a recurring pattern: strategic entry into platforms with momentum, attempts to influence internal levers, and swift exits when resistance is encountered—followed by re-emergence in more pliable environments.
“We have seen this playbook before,” she said, laying out a cycle she believes is driven less by ideology and more by opportunism.
She also took aim at what she described as the orchestration of perception—alleging that elite endorsements, curated narratives, and favourable projections are often deployed to inflate political strength and shape public opinion.
Figures such as Atedo Peterside, she noted, may be invoked to lend credibility, but she cautioned Nigerians to distinguish between genuine public sentiment and what she implied could be engineered consensus.
“Democracy is not a marketplace for inflated expectations,” she warned.
In a direct message to ADC members, Onochie urged discipline and focus, cautioning against distractions as the party stands, in her words, at a “critical inflection point.”
Rather than reacting to external noise, she called for structural consolidation—strengthening grassroots networks, recruiting credible leaders, and building a policy-driven national alternative.
“The future of ADC will not be determined by who comes and goes,” she wrote. “It will be determined by what is built—and how firmly it stands.”
In a pointed conclusion, Onochie dismissed what she described as “nomadic politics,” arguing that Nigeria needs consistency and character, not constant platform-hopping.
Her message was clear and unapologetic: while others may chase political convenience, the ADC, she insisted, must remain unshaken—focused, disciplined, and firmly standing its ground.
PRESS STATEMENT
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the rescheduling of its Governorship Primary Elections in Bauchi State and Kwara State to Friday, May 22, 2026.
In the same vein, the party has approved a new date for the State House of Assembly Primary Elections in Maradun I and Maradun II constituencies of Zamfara State, which will now hold on Sunday, May 24, 2026.
The decision was ratified by the National Working Committee (NWC) after consultations with critical stakeholders as part of efforts to guarantee a transparent, peaceful, orderly, and credible primary election process.
The party reiterated its commitment to upholding internal democracy and ensuring the successful conduct of all primary elections ahead of the forthcoming polls.
Signed:
Felix Morka
National Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)
The Governor of Abia State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to achieving energy independence and expanding access to reliable electricity across the state following a high-level meeting with the leadership of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC).
The governor disclosed this after receiving the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NDPHC, Jennifer Adighije, alongside members of her management team during a courtesy visit to his office.
During the meeting, the governor praised the successful revival of the Alaoji Power Plant in Aba, describing the development as a major breakthrough in ongoing efforts to guarantee stable and uninterrupted electricity supply in the state.
According to him, the restoration of operations at the plant represents a critical milestone in strengthening power generation and supporting industrial growth, particularly within the Aba economic corridor.
He revealed that the Alaoji Power Plant currently dispatches approximately 375 megawatts of electricity to the national grid, while expansion plans are already underway to increase output capacity to nearly 800 megawatts, with long-term projections targeting up to 1,100 megawatts.
The governor noted that electricity remains central to his administration’s broader economic transformation agenda, stressing that sustainable power supply is essential for industrialization, job creation, healthcare delivery, education, and overall social development.
He explained that since assuming office, his government has implemented strategic reforms aimed at repositioning the power sector within the state. These reforms include the ring-fencing of the Aba industrial cluster to ensure more efficient electricity management and the ongoing process to acquire the Umuahia electricity axis of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC).
According to the governor, the measures are designed to place electricity generation, regulation, and distribution substantially under the control of the state government, thereby enabling faster decision-making and improved service delivery.
He expressed optimism that deeper collaboration between Abia State and NDPHC would make it possible to wheel electricity directly from the Alaoji facility to the remaining eight local government areas outside the Aba corridor.
The planned expansion, he said, would ensure that homes, schools, hospitals, and industries across the state gain access to reliable and affordable power supply.
The governor further emphasized that improved electricity infrastructure would significantly boost economic productivity, attract investors, strengthen small and medium-scale enterprises, and enhance the quality of life for residents.
Reaffirming his administration’s vision, he declared that Abia State is prepared to lead Nigeria’s push toward subnational energy independence through strategic partnerships, infrastructure investments, and sector reforms.
He added that the state government remains committed to building a power ecosystem capable of driving industrial production, supporting innovation, and sustaining long-term prosperity for the people of Abia.
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