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Ogun APC Crisis: Abiodun Restricts Attendance, Moves Against Influential Senator

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Senator Solomon Adeola faces political rift in Ogun APC as Governor Dapo Abiodun allegedly sidelines him at events, heightening tensions within the party

Senator Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, is at the center of a growing political rift in Ogun State as Governor Dapo Abiodun allegedly intensifies efforts to curb his influence within the All Progressives Congress (APC).

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Sources say Governor Abiodun instructed party executives to avoid Yayi’s recent birthday celebration. Despite the directive, some defiant executives attended the event, heightening tensions within the ruling party.

The governor is reported to be enforcing strict loyalty among key party stakeholders, allegedly requiring several APC executives to swear allegiance.

He also reportedly directed Ogun State Television (OGTV) not to cover Yayi’s birthday. After public backlash, OGTV later asked organizers to pay for airtime coverage.

This is not the first time Yayi’s political activities have been targeted. Earlier this year, Governor Abiodun allegedly discouraged the senator from attending the Ojude Oba Festival and warned his loyalists against attending the Lisabi Festival.

Yayi’s supporters responded by hosting private gatherings near the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL), signaling his continued political strength.

Observers note that these repeated face-offs reflect a silent struggle for control of Ogun APC ahead of 2027, with Senator Solomon Adeola emerging as a formidable figure unsettling the governor’s camp.

Also read: Ogun State Power Clash: Abiodun Serves Quit Notice on Daniel’s Buildings

The internal battle raises concerns about potential factional conflicts that could shape the party’s future in the state.

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Any Ambition Against Senator Nwoko’s Second Term Bid Is Selfish, Unnecessary —APC Chieftain

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As Senator Ned Nwoko positions for a return to the National Assembly, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Emmanuel Eboh, has described any opposing ambition as self- serving, unnecessary  and detrimental to the peace and development of Delta North Senatorial District.

Speaking in an interview in Abuja, Chief Eboh, a former civil commissioner in Delta State, said Senator Nwoko continues to enjoy widespread goodwill and the support of the people of Delta North, popularly known as Anioma.

While acknowledging that political aspirations are legitimate in a democratic setting, Eboh cautioned against what he termed the “unacceptable drift towards turning politics into a family enterprise and a tool for power control and manipulation.”

He called on residents of Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency and the wider Delta North district to resist  “the inordinate ambition of some Shylock politicians driven by selfish motives and unrestrained personal interests.”

The APC stalwart warned that personality-driven ambitions, rather than people-oriented leadership, could
lead to  avoidable rivalry and division within Delta North.

Chief Eboh maintained that Senator Nwoko’s performance in office has been commendable and deserving of re-election, citing key interventions in rural road construction, electrification, education, potable water supply, and empowerment programmes.

He further highlighted the senator’s sustained advocacy for the recognition and identity of Anioma, noting that it was “unprecedented in the political history of the district”.

According to him, “Senator Nwoko has not only met expectations but surpassed them. He deserves re-election, particularly given the fact that the core constitutional responsibility of a senator is lawmaking for the good governance of the nation.”

Eboh said the people of Delta North regard Nwoko as a progressive leader who embodies unity and dignity across Anioma, stressing that he should not be distracted by unnecessary political contestation.

He reaffirmed that the senator’s commitment to the growth and development of Anioma remains unwavering and urged constituents to sustain their support for his return to the Senate.

The APC chieftain also called for continued backing of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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Nasir El-Rufai Granted Bail by Federal High Court

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Nasir El-Rufai Bail Federal High Court granted as the former Kaduna governor secures bail while facing corruption-related charges

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