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2015:PLOT TO DROP SAMBO THICKENS; PARTY CONSIDERS MUAZU, LAMIDO

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The pressure on the President, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan to drop his Vice-President, Namadi Sambo has increased judging from the recent consultations with the party hierarchy who prefer other members for the exalted position.

Findings revealed that a large number of the Northern caucus in PDP has faulted the Vice-President’s lack of influence in the North which they believed may work against the President’s re-election.

The permutation was that Sambo will not be able to wield enough influence to lead the party to success against the likes of General Muhammadu Buhari, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, Mallam El Rufai and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Tambuwal who had shown his interest to decamp to the APC.

The calculation was also hinged on Sambo’s inability to hold his home State, Kaduna which is believed to be an elite State in the North and one of the many regions where the APC enjoys support.

The PDP is said to have been plotting to dominate other northern states even if the party will lose Kano which is one of the strongholds of the APC, the method is to cushion the loss with the winning of many northern states which calls for the need on why the party should consider a strong northerner as the President’s running mate.

The party is also of the opinion that the running mate should be the choice of the north as he would automatically emerge as the Presidential candidate in 2019, a position they don’t see Sambo occupying.

The party is claimed to have been rooting for the PDP Chairman, Adamu Muazu or the Governor of Jigawa, Sule Lamido to replace the Vice-President.

The PDP Chairman is believed to be a strategist and a man fit for the job based on his experience and ability to relate with everybody in the party while Lamido who was also nursing a Presidential ambition before the party prevailed upon him to shelve his ambition to pave way for the President’s second term.

The suggestion of Lamido was said to have been immdediately quashed as many reasoned that if he becomes the Vice-President he might be unloyal to the President and hijack the party structure from him.

The President who is said to have taken the suggestions into consideration was said to have met with some of his loyal aides who advised him not to drop Sambo who they claimed has always been loyal to the President and given him all the necessary support in the course of their administration.

The President’s confidants compared Sambo/Jonathan administration with Obasanjo/Atiku’s admministration, an illustration which amused the President.

The battle for the President’s running mate is seen as a big hurdle which the party must scale without any fracture.

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Ajimobi’s Eldest Child, Bisola Dies In The UK

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Late Governor Ajimobi’s first child, Bisola is dead!

 

News filtered in early Thursday, March 27, 2025 that Bisola,42 died after a brief illness in the United Kingdom.

 

The late woman before her death was the special adviser to the Minister of Budget and Planning, Atiku Bagudu.

 

Married to Kolapo Kola-Daisi, their marriage is blessed with three children.

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EFCC Arrests Top Businesswoman, Aisha Achimugu

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) recently arrested prominent businesswoman and socialite, Aisha Achimugu, following allegations of fraudulent activities related to a multi-million-naira contract awarded to her company by a South-West state.

Achimugu, who serves as the Chairman of Bluewave Exploration and Production Limited, was detained last weekend after a civil society group filed a petition accusing her of involvement in dubious dealings concerning the contract. She was granted bail the following day but has been instructed to return for further questioning in the coming week.

Beyond her corporate endeavors, Achimugu is well-known in elite circles across Lagos and Abuja. Her social media presence showcases a lavish lifestyle, featuring exotic vacations, exclusive yacht parties, and private jet travels.

This arrest marks a significant challenge for Achimugu, whose business empire and social standing are now under intense public scrutiny. The EFCC’s investigation is ongoing, and the outcome may have far-reaching implications for her career and reputation.

A source hinted that Achimugu was asked by the commission to report back on the 30th of March,2025 for further questioning.

Not really bothered by the investigation, the billionaire days after her arrest launched a 30-day feeding Ramadan programme where she targets the less-privileged.

 

Additional Information- Streetjournal Magazine

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Obasa Missing as Lagos Assembly Sits, Lauds President Tinubu

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The Lagos State House of Assembly convened for a crucial legislative session yesterday, but an unexpected absence stole the spotlight, the ousted Speaker Mudashiru Obasa was nowhere to be seen. The sitting, which focused on key legislative matters and a commendation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership, went on without Obasa, raising eyebrows among lawmakers and political observers alike.

New Speaker Mojisola Meranda presided over the proceedings, ensuring the session ran smoothly. During deliberations, the lawmakers took turns applauding President Tinubu for his strides in governance, particularly his economic and infrastructural policies aimed at revitalizing Lagos and Nigeria as a whole. However, whispers about Obasa’s absence could not be ignored.

Sources within the Assembly remained tight-lipped on the reason for his nonappearance, fueling speculation.

As lawmakers dispersed after the session, the big question lingered where was  Obasa? For now, the mystery remains, but all eyes will be on the next sitting to see if the seasoned politician resurfaces.

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