Dapo Abiodun betrayal claims resurface, fuelling tensions within the APC amid ongoing speculation over his loyalty to President Bola Tinubu
Dapo Abiodun betrayal allegations have resurfaced, casting a renewed spotlight on the Ogun State Governor’s fractured political ties with President Bola Tinubu.
Claims of disloyalty during the 2023 election campaign are once again fuelling internal tensions within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Sources close to the Tinubu campaign recall several alleged acts of political sabotage, including Governor Abiodun’s reported endorsement of Yemi Osinbajo during the APC primaries.
This perceived disloyalty, coupled with accusations that Abiodun dismissed Tinubu’s presidential prospects and rebuffed repeated calls from him, has reignited debate over party unity.
The most damaging claims suggest Abiodun withheld campaign resources in Ogun State, diverting funds intended for Tinubu’s campaign towards his own re-election efforts.
These allegations remain unverified but have circulated widely among party insiders and social media commentators.
Despite the tension, no official disciplinary action has been taken against the governor. However, analysts note that such rifts could weaken the APC’s internal cohesion ahead of upcoming elections.
Governor Abiodun’s camp has consistently denied any betrayal, calling the allegations “politically motivated fiction” aimed at discrediting his administration.
Nonetheless, the matter remains a source of unease, with political observers watching closely for any fallout within the party.
As the APC continues to wrestle with internal loyalty tests, the Dapo Abiodun betrayal saga underscores the fragile alliances that shape Nigerian power politics.
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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