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The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Delta State chapter, has threatened legal action over alleged attempts to forge and backdate resignation letters of party members who defected to the All Progressives Congress, APC.

The PDP Chairman in the state, Mr. Peter Mrakpor, while revealing the move, described the allegation as fraudulent and a clear breach of due process, warning that those behind it would be held accountable.

He confirmed that none of the defectors followed proper procedure by submitting resignation letters to their respective wards before leaving the party.

The PDP chairman further disclosed that the party is prepared to pursue legal action against any individual found culpable in the alleged scheme.

Despite the wave of defections, the Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) maintained that the PDP in Delta State remains united and structurally strong, expressing confidence in the party’s continued stability across the state.

The attempt to forge and backdate resignation letters is not only illegal but a desperate move that will fail. None of those who defected submitted resignation letters to their wards before the mass defection,” he said.

Just weeks ago, the PDP demanded that the APC state chairman, Chief Solomon Areyinka, vacate the PDP secretariat he occupies immediately.

The PDP further warned that the Delta State Government, which it accused of aiding the occupation, should note that the property’s Certificate of Occupancy remains in the PDP’s name and has not been revoked.

It accused the state government of complicity in what it described as the “illegal and unconstitutional” occupation of its state secretariat by the APC.

The party vowed to explore “every legal avenue” to reclaim the property, especially as some defectors who left for the APC as far back as April 2025 were still allegedly using the party’s bank accounts.

The PDP stated that the secretariat, located on WAEC Road, off Mariam Babangida Way, Asaba, was acquired in its name, with all documents bearing the party’s insignia.

The PDP’s Publicity Secretary, Chief Kingsley Akpos Oturubo, said the secretariat was built long before the APC came into existence as a political entity. He described the situation as unprecedented, noting that the APC already maintains a separate state office on Anwai Road.

“Where in this country does a political party have two secretariats in a state?” the statement read. “Chief Solomon Areyinka should know that he is now a member of the APC. The PDP secretariat and all the assets of the party did not defect with him to the APC.”

The statement linked the government’s actions to the PDP’s National Leader, Nyesom Wike, and his pledge to reclaim the party’s mandate in the 2027 elections.

“The state government is doing everything possible to dismantle the structures connected to the PDP National Leader,” the party alleged.

Describing the situation as “an invitation to anarchy,” the PDP called on security agencies to take note. It warned that Chief Areyinka and the state government would be held responsible for any breakdown of law and order.

We have already alerted the relevant anti-graft agencies to apprehend these fraudsters,” the statement added.

The party appealed to its faithful to remain calm, while insisting that the ruling APC must accept constructive criticism and abandon any dream of a one-party state in Delta.

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Subscribers of MTN Nigeria have started receiving airtime credits from the telecom operator as compensation for poor quality of service experienced in January 2026.

The development became public after several users shared notifications on the social media platform X, showing that their lines had been credited with different amounts.

One of the messages sent to subscribers read: “Dear Customer, your account has been credited with N341 airtime for quality of service issues in January 2026. Thank you for your understanding.”

Findings indicate that the compensation varies across users. While some reported receiving over N300, others claimed they got smaller amounts such as N20 and N91, though these could not be independently verified.

As of the time of filing this report, it remains unclear whether all affected subscribers have received the airtime credit or if the process is still ongoing in phases.

The move follows increased regulatory pressure on telecom operators to improve service delivery and address persistent complaints from subscribers across the country.

Industry observers believe the action is linked to directives from the Nigerian Communications Commission, which requires operators to meet minimum quality-of-service standards and, where necessary, compensate customers for service lapses.

MTN had earlier signalled its readiness to comply with such directives, while also committing to further investment in network infrastructure to improve service quality nationwide.

However, the company has yet to provide details on the total number of subscribers affected or the criteria used in determining the compensation amounts.

Telecom service delivery has remained a major concern in Nigeria, with many users frequently complaining about dropped calls, slow internet speeds and network outages.

Regulators have in recent years intensified oversight of telecom operators to ensure compliance with service benchmarks and consumer protection guidelines.

Compensation measures such as airtime credits are part of broader efforts to rebuild trust among subscribers and enforce accountability within the sector.

Analysts say while the current compensation may offer temporary relief to affected users, long-term improvement in service quality will depend largely on sustained investment in infrastructure and efficient network management.

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Confusion in parts of Edo State on Friday after a campaign event organised by the Deputy Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Osamwonyi Atu, was disrupted by protesting youths in Orhionmwon East Constituency.

The lawmaker had arrived in Abudu, the administrative headquarters of Orhionmwon Local Government Area, to formally kick off his re-election campaign when the situation took an unexpected turn.

Hundreds of youths stormed major roads in the town, effectively halting the planned rally and creating a tense atmosphere.

The protesters, who identified themselves as Concerned Orhionmwon East Youths, openly rejected Atu’s campaign, accusing him of failing to deliver on key promises made during the 2023 elections.

Chanting slogans and wielding placards, they expressed deep frustration over what they described as years of neglect.

Among their grievances was the persistent lack of electricity in the area, which they claimed has lingered for over 15 years.

They also decried the state of an abandoned comprehensive school project, describing it as a symbol of unfulfilled commitments to the community.

The demonstration disrupted movement across parts of Abudu, as protesters occupied strategic locations, forcing residents to either stay indoors or seek alternative routes. Security presence was reportedly reinforced to prevent the situation from escalating into violence.

Responding to the incident, Atu dismissed the allegations raised by the youths, attributing the unrest to opposition against the Assembly’s recent anti-cultism legislation. He maintained that the law was necessary and would remain in force.

“Those protesting are pained by the anti-cultism law. The law has come to stay,” he said.

Also reacting, the Coordinator of the Osamwonyi Atu Campaign Organisation, Martins Ozakpolor, alleged that the protest was politically orchestrated. According to him, a rival aspirant sponsored the disruption in a bid to discredit the Deputy Speaker ahead of the elections.

Ozakpolor further defended Atu’s performance, insisting that the lawmaker had delivered tangible projects in the constituency. He specifically cited the construction of a comprehensive school, countering claims by the protesters that the project was abandoned.

Despite the disruption, the campaign team said the visit recorded some level of success. They noted that Atu was received by members of the Abudu Elders Council, who offered prayers in support of his re-election bid.

The incident underscores growing political tension in the constituency as the next election cycle approaches, with competing narratives emerging over performance, accountability, and grassroots support.