BREAKING: Tinubu’s Government Worst I Have Ever Seen –Atiku; Ex-Oyo Gov Candidate Joins APC

Tinubu’s Government Worst I Have Ever Seen – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly criticised the administration of President Bola Tinubu, describing it as the worst he has witnessed. Speaking during an interview, Atiku expressed deep dissatisfaction with the government’s performance across economic and governance sectors, stating, “Everything is wrong with President Tinubu… perhaps in my life this is the worst administration I have seen.” He, however, declined to reveal his political strategy for defeating an incumbent president, insisting such discussions were not appropriate in that setting.

Atiku emphasised that if elected, his immediate priority would be restoring security, law and order, which he described as the foundation for any meaningful national development. He argued that without stability, policies on job creation, infrastructure, or healthcare cannot succeed, stressing that a secure environment is essential for progress.

Ex-Oyo Gov Candidate Joins APC

Former governorship candidate of the Abundant Nigeria Renewal Party in Oyo State, Olalekan Ayorinde, has defected to the All Progressives Congress. He was officially received at the party’s secretariat in Ibadan by the state chairman, Moses Alake, alongside local government and ward leaders, marking the completion of his integration into the party structure.

Ayorinde stated that his decision was driven by a desire to contribute to development rather than personal political ambition, emphasising his commitment to public service. Party officials welcomed the move, describing him as an asset whose experience and grassroots appeal would strengthen the APC’s position ahead of the 2027 general elections.

2027: ADP adopts consensus primaries, pledges party discipline

The Action Democratic Party has announced it will adopt consensus-based primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections to strengthen internal unity and improve electoral chances. Speaking at the party’s National Executive Committee meeting in Abuja, National Chairman Yabagi Sani said the approach aligns with the Electoral Act 2026 and electoral guidelines, emphasising that the party aims to present credible and electable candidates through transparent processes. He stated, “We shall conduct consensus-based primaries… and present candidates who are credible, competent, and electable.”

Sani also urged party members to maintain discipline and avoid internal divisions, stressing that unity would be critical as the party prepares for its convention, primaries, and campaigns. He noted that the ADP has been repositioning itself by expanding membership and digitising its processes to enhance transparency and inclusiveness, expressing confidence that the party is emerging as a viable alternative capable of addressing Nigeria’s economic and governance challenges.

Military buries general, six others killed in Borno attack

The Nigerian military has buried Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, Captain Ismail, and five other soldiers killed in a terrorist attack in Borno State. The burial took place at the Maimalari Cantonment Cemetery in Maiduguri with full military honours, attended by dignitaries including Governor Babagana Zulum and senior military officials, who paid tribute to the fallen personnel. The officers were killed on April 9 during coordinated attacks on military positions in Benisheikh along the Maiduguri-Damaturu highway.

The Nigerian Army described the ceremony as solemn and emotional, highlighting both the bravery of the deceased and the grief of their families. In a statement, the military emphasised that the soldiers’ sacrifices remain central to Nigeria’s fight against insurgency, noting, “the nation… laid to rest… gallant soldiers who paid the supreme price in the line of duty.” It added that their legacy would endure as a symbol of courage, duty, and patriotism.