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Frontline aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for Nnewi North, Nnewi South and Ekwusigo Federal Constituency, Amb. Ikebunwa Lotanna, has extended warm congratulations to Rt. Hon. Ben Chuks Nwosu following his recent appointment as Chairman of the ADC Congress Screening Committee. Rt. Hon. Nwosu, who currently serves as the Chairman of the Membership Mobilization, Revalidation and Registration Committee (MMRRC) in Anambra State, earned this new responsibility in recognition of his outstanding performance and proven leadership capacity in his previous role. Reacting to the development, Amb. Ikebunwa Lotanna expressed great confidence in Rt. Hon. Nwosu’s ability to deliver effectively, noting that his track record speaks volumes. He emphasized that the success recorded during his tenure as Chairman of the MMRRC clearly demonstrated his competence, dedication, and strategic leadership, which ultimately paved the way for this higher responsibility. According to him...

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has cautioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to reconsider its handling of the leadership dispute within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), warning that failure to do so could trigger a credibility crisis ahead of the 2027 general elections. IPAC also raised concerns over the timing of a proposed nationwide voter revalidation exercise and condemned the ongoing killings in Plateau State, describing the developments as threats to democratic stability and national security. In a statement issued in Abuja by its National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Egbeola Wale Martins, the council said recent actions by the electoral body risk undermining public confidence in the political process. Addressing the ADC leadership dispute, IPAC criticised the reported removal of prominent figures, including David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola, from INEC’s official portal, describing the move as premature and potentially destabilising. ...

Nigerian music star, Davido, has said he is no longer enthusiastic about pursuing a career in politics, expressing concern over the challenges celebrities face when transitioning into the political arena. The Afrobeats sensation made the revelation during a recent livestream on Twitch, where he reflected on his long-standing interest in partisan politics and why his perspective has changed. According to him, years of building a global brand, goodwill, and a loyal fan base now weigh heavily on his decision, as he considers the potential risks involved in stepping into politics. “Before, I wanted to go into politics but honestly, now, I see it two ways. All my years of goodwill, my name and my career, all the hard work and the fan base we have built—it is tricky,” he said. Davido noted that his reservations are largely influenced by the experiences of other entertainers who ventured into politics but struggled to achieve success or maintain their public appeal. “The way peopl...