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2027 : Atiku, Obi Camps Reveal Why Ex-Presidential Candidates Met

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The camps of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, have dismissed rumors suggesting a possible alliance ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Speculations were sparked on social media after photos and videos surfaced of Atiku hosting Obi for breakfast at his residence in Adamawa State. The images, which quickly went viral, fueled discussions about a potential political collaboration between the two opposition leaders.

The Viral Meeting
Atiku shared a video of the breakfast on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, captioning it, “It is breakfast time with my friend, #PeterObi, in the ‘land of beauty.’” The footage showed the two leaders seated together at a dining table, engaging in what appeared to be a friendly and informal discussion.

The meeting coincided with Obi’s visit to Adamawa State to serve as the keynote speaker at the 20th anniversary and 16th Founder’s Day celebration of the American University of Nigeria (AUN), an institution founded by Atiku.

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This interaction reignited conversations about a possible merger between key opposition figures, especially as the political landscape begins to shift in preparation for the next general elections. These speculations were further fueled by earlier comments from the Deputy National Spokesman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ibrahim Abdullahi, who hinted at potential discussions among Atiku, Obi, and New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) leader Rabiu Kwankwaso.

Dismissing the rumors, Atiku’s spokesman, Paul Ibe, clarified that the breakfast was purely a social encounter with no political undertones.

“The meeting was simply a friendly reunion. Obi was invited as the keynote speaker for AUN’s anniversary celebrations, a milestone for an institution founded by Atiku. It was natural for Atiku to host him to breakfast as part of the event. People shouldn’t read too much into this,” Ibe stated.

He further emphasized that friendships transcend politics, adding, “Politics cannot separate friends. Atiku invited Obi for breakfast before they proceeded to the university program. It was nothing more than that.”

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Similarly, Obi’s media aide, Ibrahim Umar, denied any connection between the meeting and a potential joint ticket for the 2027 elections.

“It’s amusing how everything involving political figures is given a political interpretation. Obi was simply invited to deliver a speech at the event. There is no political agenda here. People are free to speculate, but there’s no substance to those claims,” Umar said.

Background of Speculations
The idea of a potential alliance among opposition figures like Atiku, Obi, and Kwankwaso has been a topic of discussion in recent months. Many observers believe such a coalition could strengthen the opposition’s chances against the ruling party in future elections. However, public statements from their respective camps suggest no concrete plans for collaboration have been discussed.

The meeting, though officially non-political, has inadvertently reignited conversations about the need for strategic alliances among opposition parties.

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For now, both camps have firmly denied any political motives behind the meeting, urging Nigerians to see it as a friendly gathering rather than a prelude to a political merger. However, as the 2027 elections draw closer, any public interaction among political heavyweights will likely continue to fuel speculation and debate.

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UNUSUAL! Without invitation, Police declared me wanted — Daughter of ABC Transport owner

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Ihuoma Julia Nneji, 34, daughter of the owner of ABC Transport, claimed over the weekend that she was declared wanted by the police without any prior invitation or notification of a petition against her.

She was recently listed in a Special Police Gazette Bulletin issued by the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF NCCC), Abuja, for criminal defamation, injurious falsehood, and cyberstalking.

In a statement, she insisted she never defamed or blackmailed anyone on her verified social media pages or elsewhere.

Instead, she claimed she is the victim of blackmail and threats from her former boyfriend, Henry Uzochukwu, the complainant in the case.According to her: “I met Henry Uzochukwu in April 2024, and we started getting to know each other. Unfortunately, things didn’t go as planned”.

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“This conflict began in August 2024 when I called off our wedding, scheduled for November 2024, due to unresolved issues regarding Henry’s sexuality. I found incriminating evidence suggesting he is gay and decided not to proceed with the marriage.

“Further investigations revealed not only his interest in men but also that he had been engaged multiple times without disclosing the reasons for the failed marriages. I discovered that the woman he was to marry before me left him a week before the wedding over the same issue.
“I was deceived and manipulated by the many lies he told.
“After I canceled the wedding, he began to harass me, threatened my life, and falsely accused me of operating an Instagram page spreading rumors about him — a claim that is speculative and untrue.”

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Just in: EFCC Uncovers N1bn in Jewelry, Cash at Aisha Achimugu’s Home as Hunt for Missing $250m Gathers Momentum

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has intensified its investigation into a massive financial scandal involving businesswoman Aisha Achimugu Sulaiman, after discovering luxury items and large sums of cash in her Abuja residence linked to a missing $250 million.

Acting on a court warrant, EFCC operatives stormed Achimugu’s home at No. 61 Hassan Usman Katsina Street, where they uncovered a staggering haul: N30 million in cash, $50,000 in foreign currency, and boxes containing gold, diamond, and silver jewelry valued at over N1 billion. The discovery is part of a broader investigation into alleged money laundering and misappropriation of political campaign funds.

Sources close to the investigation revealed that the $250 million in question was reportedly entrusted to Achimugu by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu as part of his 2027 campaign preparations. Insiders claim the funds were meant for safekeeping but were allegedly moved across multiple accounts and may have been squandered.

“The issue is deeper than most people know. Sanwo-Olu put himself in a mess when he went and kept that $250 million in an account belonging to Aisha. Aisha has messed with the funds and cannot account for it anymore,” a source familiar with the case disclosed.

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The EFCC has reportedly frozen 136 bank accounts linked to Achimugu across ten banks. Investigators also discovered she operates over 20 companies registered with nearly identical addresses—suggesting a network of shell corporations possibly used to move funds.

Achimugu, currently believed to be in London, was summoned by the EFCC to appear at its Port Harcourt office on March 25, 2025. She has since failed to show up and is now officially wanted by the anti-graft agency.

Details shortly…

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Gov Oborevwori’s top aide suddenly resigns from govt

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In a shocking political move, Harrison Gwamnishu, Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Delta State Governor on Civil Society and Youth Mobilization, has tendered his resignation, citing deep dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of escalating insecurity across communities in the state. Gwamnishu submitted his resignation letter on Friday, April 25, 2025, addressed to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Executive Governor of Delta State. He emphasized that his decision followed “considerable reflection” and was driven by a “deep sense of disappointment” over the administration’s failure to act on security concerns he consistently raised.

In his letter, Gwamnishu detailed his efforts to draw the government’s attention to the worsening security situation, including numerous messages, calls, and submission of blueprint documents proposing actionable solutions.

However, he lamented that all attempts were “thrown out,” and meaningful solutions were “not being accepted” by the administration.

“As a civil rights leader, I accepted this appointment as a commitment to serve and protect our community,” Gwamnishu wrote. “However, the continuous escalation of insecurity and the persistent lack of action to provide effective resolutions have rendered me unable to fulfil my duties with the integrity and effectiveness that I believe are essential.” He further stated that his resignation is intended to serve as a wake-up call to the administration, urging it to prioritize the safety and security of Delta State citizens.

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