The National Assembly’s resumption was marked by a heated exchange between Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia and federal lawmakers over the state’s escalating insecurity.
Human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi has thrown his weight behind Peter Obi for a potential 2027 presidential run, calling him the only candidate with ‘capacity and integrity’ while dismissing early election discussions as misguided.
Auwal Rafsanjani insists that someone found guilty of electoral fraud cannot be jailed while Akpabio, the alleged beneficiary, remains in office.
“Unless somebody else comes into the race that I think can do better… it’s definitely Peter Obi I’m voting for.”
Federal lawmakers argue that the emergency rule in Rivers State was constitutionally enacted, countering the PDP governors’ claims of illegality and financial compensation.
“During Buhari’s tenure, no one gave him this kind of political trouble… Now that a Southerner is president, everyone suddenly wants change?”
“We will agitate for their removal…” — Comrade Olushola Ladoja, NANS President
Some Democratic lawmakers don’t want to slam the door shut on Harris running for the White House in three years, especially when they’re not sure if a stronger candidate will emerge.
Meanwhile, some party leaders blamed Atiku Abubakar’s 2027 ambition for fueling the crisis.
“An outstanding political leader, he is set to join the ruling APC with his supporters and associates, and he is leaving after 28 years of fidelity to the party.”
