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  • Peter Obi visits Obasanjo, Ladoja in S’West shuttle

    Peter Obi visits Obasanjo, Ladoja in S’West shuttle

    Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, yesterday urged Nigerians to live in unity and peace.

    Obi visited former Olusegun Obasanjo and the Olubadan-designate Oba Rashidi Ladoja.

    He broke the news of his visit to Obasanjo on his X handle.

    In Ibadan, after visiting Oba Ladoja at his Private residence in Bodija, he spoke with reporters.

    He was accompanied by the 2023 LP governorship candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, who last week defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko.

    Obi urged Nigerians, irrespective of tribe, religious or political affiliation, to love one other and build a united country.

    Noting that Ibadan is very strategic and central to the development of Nigeria, the former Anambra State governor explained that he came to pay homage to the Olubadan-designate because Ibadan is core to the political, social and economic development.

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    He told reporters after the visit that Oba Ladoja as new Olubadan of Ibadanland will bring his wealth of experience as a former Senator, Governor and business tycoon to lead Ibadan to an enviable position.

    Obi added: “First, I’m here to pay my sincere respect to royalty, to the Olubadan-designate before the installation. I’m here to pay respect for the man I give deep respect for.

    “My visit is to congratulate him as the next 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. My visit is about Nigeria, about selfless leadership, leadership that is committed to turning our society around.

    “Can we unite and love each other to build a better country? We have no other country except this one. We must all build it together for the benefit of everybody.

  • Obi visits Ladoja, hails Ibadan’s strategic role in Nigeria’s development

    Obi visits Ladoja, hails Ibadan’s strategic role in Nigeria’s development

    The 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, on Sunday visited the Olubadan-designate, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, at his Bodija residence in Ibadan, alongside former Lagos LP governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, and national coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko.

    During the visit, Obi described Ibadan as strategic and central to Nigeria’s political, social, and economic development. He said his homage to the Olubadan-designate was rooted in respect for the city’s historic and ongoing importance to the nation.

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    Obi expressed confidence that Oba Ladoja, as a former senator, governor, and successful businessman, would bring his wealth of experience to elevate Ibadan to greater heights.

    “The visit is about Nigeria and selfless leadership—leadership that is committed to turning society around. Ibadan has always been strategic to Nigeria’s growth, and as Olubadan, Oba Ladoja has all it takes to succeed. I will support him for the sake of one Nigeria,” Obi said.

    He also highlighted Ibadan’s educ

  • Obi to Fed govt: declare war on insecurity

    Obi to Fed govt: declare war on insecurity

    • IOM: 1.3m displaced in Northwest

    The Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Mr. Peter Obi, has urged the Federal Government to declare war on insecurity.

    He said no nation can prosper while its citizens live under siege.

    Obi stated this yesterday in a post on his X handle while reacting to the killing of more than 100 people in violent attacks across Borno, Sokoto, Katsina, and Edo states over the weekend.

    The former Anambra State governor noted that the killing of eight officials of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the abduction of a Chinese national in Edo State, the kidnapping of passengers on the Benin–Iyere–Oluku road called for the declaration of a state of emergency.

    “The slaughter of five soldiers and 58 civilians in Borno State is not an isolated tragedy; this is stark evidence that Nigeria is in the grip of a full-blown security emergency.

    “My deepest condolences go to the families of our fallen heroes. Their courage reminds us that we still have men and women who are willing to risk everything for our safety.

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    “Their killers must be swiftly apprehended and brought to justice. Their sacrifices must never be forgotten.

    “When over 100 Nigerians are killed in a single weekend, our casualty figures rival those of countries officially at war,” Obi said.

    The former governor stressed that it’s time to declare a national war on insecurity, to mobilise every resource, every agency, every state, and suspend all distractions while the nation starts the process of reclaiming itself from lawlessness.

    “No nation can prosper while it lives under siege. History shows that insecurity is the quickest path to national collapse. Somalia and Libya stand as painful warnings.

    “We must act now, with urgency and courage, to prevent a total descent into anarchy and rebuild Nigeria into a safe, secure, and productive nation for all,” Obi added.

    Also, the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has said the Northwest witnessed a lot of displacement in the past few years, with over 1.3 million displaced persons as of February.

    The IOM Nigeria Chief of Mission, Ms. Dimanche Sharon, spoke at the launch of an European Union (EU) supported project, ‘Conflict Prevention, Crisis Response and Resilience (CPCRR)’, yesterday in Katsina.

    “Too many families have been displaced, too many farms abandoned, and too many lives disrupted by insecurity.

    “Yet, despite these challenges, the people of Katsina and Zamfara have shown resilience, determination, and the will to rebuild,” she said.

  • Obi’s new fixation

    Obi’s new fixation

    Just as well: President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima serenaded each other at the Vice President’s 59th birthday.  That is good presidential breeding, away from the mutual brickbats of President Olusegun Obasanjo and Vice President Atiku Abubakar.

    Again, this presidential court politeness is ode to the Muhammadu Buhari-Yemi Osinbajo partnership, which imposed a civil temper, away from the dog-eat-dog gruffness of the Obasanjo years.  Tinubu-Shettima have earned kudos for sustaining that warm civility.

    It’s another plus to the quiet institutional deepening of the APC years, away from the proud chaos of the Obasanjo years though, to be fair, the Goodluck Jonathan/Namadi Sambo partnership was much more civil than Obasanjo-Atiku.

    Tunde Rahman, a presidential aide, puts the Tinubu-Shettima harmony in perspective: “Their relationship is borne out of mutual respect and trust; and fired by patriotic zeal and the need to promote democracy, good governance, and economic development.”

    Rahman states the obvious.  But the danger here is to presume it is — or should be — routine.  It’s not: just as common sense is seldom ever common!  It’s public conduct to be applauded, entrenched and routinized in our democracy.

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    Still, shove the president and deputy aside.  Bring on their spouses.  Wherever First Lady Remi Tinubu is, look no farther: Mrs. Shettima too would be there! Yes, Hajiya Aisha Buhari, the late PMB’s widow, was arguably less activist with her pet project than Mrs. Tinubu.  But Mrs. Buhari and Mrs. Dolapo Osinbajo enjoyed no less camaraderie. 

    It’s the making of an integrated presidential family, that uses the harmony of its nuclear families, to forge policy unity, that balks at all distractions, in a rare determination to face Nigeria’s onerous challenges.  Again, Obasanjo-Atiku were a diametric opposite.

    Still, not even this clear harmony could keep political hustlers, eying 2027, from portraying the Vice President as some useless “spare tyre” that must be changed if the Tinubu machine were to smoothly purr to victory.

    That was, of course, humbug — and the fiercely loyal, dynamic and effective Borno Governor Babagana Zulum, wasted no time at shooting down that nonsense.  The Borno wing of APC North East also poured cold water on any 2027 BAT ticket without Shettima.  Just as well!  You don’t fix what’s not spoilt.

    But Hardball isn’t really bordered by errant political behaviours — politicians will be politicians, angling and hustling for posts and sinecure, at any cost.  It only pushes a constitutional deepening that inserts clauses to respect and honour the office of Vice President — and in states, Deputy Governors.

    You can’t claim a presidential or governorship ticket is incomplete without a running mate, only to win the election and demote your electoral partner as a serf, fated to the whims and caprices of others — including presidential appointees.  That’s simply not right.

    Still, the APC two presidencies so far have started building a powerful convention that gives the Vice President his due.  That should do for the long run.  Bravo!

  • My investments in schools, hospitals not politically motivated – Peter Obi

    My investments in schools, hospitals not politically motivated – Peter Obi

    Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi on Friday dismissed insinuations alleging political coloration to his donations to education and health institutions across the country.

    Obi made the clarification on Friday during his visit to The Good Hope Specialist Hospital in Isulo, along popular Basden Road in Orumba South Local Government Area of the state where he made a donation of N10million.

    He said the gestures were purely humanitarian and voluntary targeted at improving the quality of education and healthcare services in the state and country at large.

    Obi said, “Health is critical and whenever the issue of health is mentioned, we all need to come together and support it.

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    “We’ll be giving an initial N10 million and will follow it up soon. We’ll continue to do the right thing because I believe that for us to succeed; we must invest in critical areas of development of which the foundation is health.

    “It’s when people are healthy that they can be productive. We need to keep replicating these things.

    “This gesture is purely out of my volition. I’ve always supported good causes willingly. It has nothing to do with politics. Of course you know I’m not contesting any election in Anambra State.

    “All the support I’ve given to the faith-based organizations are yielding results. They’ve been excellently committed to the project. I can assure you that you won’t recognize this place when you next visit.”

    Reacting to the issue of insecurity across the country, Obi, former governor of Anambra State said, “We can’t live lives of fear or run away from our villages as a result of insecurity.

    “That’s why we’re insisting on doing the right thing by investing in critical areas of health, education and pulling people out of poverty. The more you pull people out of poverty, the more you reduce criminality,” he added.

    Responding, Chairman of the Aguata Diocesan Hospital Board and Archdeacon of Ezira Archdeaconry, Ven.  Dr. Kamtochukwu Obi expressed gratitude for Obi’s continued commitment to projects that uplift humanity.

  • Peter Obi heads to court

    Peter Obi heads to court

    Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, who is as at today of no fixed political party address, has shocked many Nigerians by deciding to sue human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju. By threatening to take legal action, he has probably let his exasperations with Mr Adeyanju’s relentless verbal attacks get to him. Last week, his lawyers wrote the activist asking him to delete his alleged defamatory posts begun since 2022 and to top it with an apology. Sensing that Mr Obi had taken the bait, an elated Mr Adeyanju announced to the world that he was eager to square off in court with the greying LP pugilist. The younger fighter knows that all he has to do in court to quash any defamation allegation is to prove just one of the offending characterisations complained about by Mr Obi.

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    For a notable politician and presumed leader of the cyberbullies (or Obidient) movement, it is not known why Mr Obi has not developed a thick skin to verbal assaults, the kind his supporters torrentially levy against his opponents. He clearly does not like Mr Adeyanju calling him a fake messiah, religious bigot, and corrupt investor. Shortly before Mr Obi struck, the activist’s lawyers had last week written Serah Ibrahim, one of Mr Obi’s female aides, threatening to sue her for defaming Mr Adeyanju’s wife. If the Obi case ends up in court, it will be a bruising battle susceptible to all sorts of delay tactics once an injunction is secured to gag the defendant. Mr Obi will count on the Obidients to rally and inflame the crowd in his favour and against Mr Adeyanju, but the latter also has a captive army of roughnecks capable of fighting on all terrains and in all weather, including biting in the clinches. Nigerians should brace for a battle royal, assuming one of the combatants does not chicken out.   

  • Obi’s One-term tenure: Time to talk or time to take action?

    Obi’s One-term tenure: Time to talk or time to take action?

    By Shola Adebowale

    Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, has called for a one-term limit for the President of Nigeria, sparking significant attention and controversy, and highlighting the complexities of governance in Nigeria. As Nigerians weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks of this proposal, it is essential to examine the implications of such a reform on the nation’s development and stability.

    Obi’s proposal for a one-term limit aims to prevent the abuse of power and promote accountability in government. By limiting the president to a single term, Obi argues that the president will be more focused on delivering results and serving the people, rather than prioritizing re-election. This approach could also give the president the freedom to make tough decisions without worrying about political repercussions.

    However, implementing a one-term limit in Nigeria’s complex environment poses several challenges. A president serving a single four-year term might struggle to achieve significant reforms, especially in areas like infrastructure development and economic growth. Additionally, without the prospect of re-election, a president might not be motivated to prioritize long-term projects or tackle difficult issues. Furthermore, a one-term limit could lead to a lack of continuity in policies, as each new administration might have different priorities and approaches.

    There are historical examples of leaders who have made significant contributions in their nations during a single term, despite the challenges of governing in pluralistic nations with diverse ethnic nationalities. These examples demonstrate that effective leadership and strategic planning can lead to meaningful impact, even in complex environments. For instance, Nelson Mandela, as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999, played a crucial role in transitioning the country from apartheid to democracy. His leadership and vision helped to promote reconciliation and nation-building. Similarly, Kim Dae-jung, as President of South Korea from 1998 to 2003, implemented significant reforms and promoted international engagement, strengthening the country’s economy and improving its global standing.

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    Nigeria’s history and context are unique, and this uniqueness must be taken into account when addressing the country’s challenges. Nigeria’s history has been shaped by two significant periods that have had a profound impact on its development and institutions: a long period of military rule and colonialism. Military intervention in Nigerian politics has its roots in the colonial era, with Colonel Lord Lugard, a British Army Officer, amalgamating the Northern and Southern protectorates in 1914.

    The British policy of favoring Northern leaders in colonial administration contributed to political imbalances, ethnic conflicts, and instability after independence. The 1914 amalgamation of Northern and Southern Nigeria disregarded the ethnic, cultural, and religious differences across the regions, contributing to future political challenges.

    Given Nigeria’s diverse population with different nationalities and aspirations, a president must balance competing interests and priorities. A one-term limit could exacerbate Nigeria’s long history of regional rivalries. If a region or ethnic nationality is limited to a single term, they might feel marginalized, leading to resentment and further divisions. This is particularly concerning given the country’s history, including the Nigerian Civil War (1967-1970), which resulted from similar tensions and led to significant human suffering, including millions of casualties.

    Historical records indicate that over 2 million people, mostly civilians, died due to fighting, starvation, and disease. The war also resulted in widespread destruction of infrastructure, economy, and social structures. All of which were severely damaged, particularly in the southeastern region. There was also a massive humanitarian crisis, with millions displaced and forced to flee their homes.

    Moreover, Nigeria’s broken or non-existent infrastructure poses significant challenges to economic growth and development. Without such fundamental building blocks of nationhood, a one-term tenure for a president is more likely a daunting task to achieve much achievement. In other words, while a one-term limit has its benefits, it might not be enough for a president to make a meaningful difference in Nigeria’s complex environment.

  • APC to Obi: Military record praises Tinubu’s remarkable progress on security

    APC to Obi: Military record praises Tinubu’s remarkable progress on security

    The All Progressives Congress (APC), Lagos State chapter, has dismissed the statement attributed to Mr Peter Obi, the Presidential candidate of Labour in 2023, that Nigeria is now a killing field.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalled that Obi, in a post on his official X handle on Monday, said that more than 10,000 lives have been lost to terrorists, bandits and other criminal gangs in just two years.

    According to Obi, the figure was released by the Amnesty International.

    But in a swift reaction, APC Lagos State Spokesman, Mr Seye Oladejo, in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos, said that there were evidential proofs that Tinubu’s administration had made significant progress in securing Nigeria.

    Oladejo said: “APC utterly rejects and condemns the allegation by Mr Peter Obi that Nigeria is now a killing field with more than 10,000 deaths under Tinubu’s watch.

    “These sensationalist claims are not only baseless they are a disgraceful distortion of reality made in bad faith to score political points.

    “Under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Nigeria’s Armed Forces have delivered extraordinary successes, dismantling terror infrastructure and restoring stability to previously threatened communities.”

    According to him, from the hard data, (not hype) the defence ministry midterm report (Aug. 2023–April 2025) revealed that 9,415 terrorists neutralised, more than 3,159 suspects arrested while 5,449 hostages rescued.

    He added that the data from the defence headquarters’ two-year summarised that 6,260 terrorists killed, 14,138 terrorists and criminals apprehended while 5,365 civilians rescued.

    He said that the data showed that N83 billion worth of stolen crude recovered.

    On military operations across the zones, Oladejo said that in the North-East (Operation Hadin Kai), no fewer than 1,246 terrorists killed, 2,467 arrested, 1,920 civilians rescued.

    According to him, in the North-west (Operation Fasan Yamma), data showed that 1,374 bandits killed, 2,160 surrendered or arrested, while 3,288 hostages rescued.

    “These are not statistics they are lives saved, communities secured and terrorists dismantled.

    “Just recently, the military air strikes in Katsina freed 76 hostages, including children some kidnapped during a mosque attack that claimed at least 50 lives.

    “One child, tragically, died during the rescue, illustrating both the danger and the bravery involved.

    Additionally, air strikes eliminated 35 militants in the same region.

    “In Borno, precision air strikes killed 35 militants, restoring critical ground communications and stabilising the area.

    “A week-long operation in Borno earlier this year neutralised 76 extremists, arrested 72 suspects and rescued eight hostages,” he added.

    On the technological and structural strengthening of the military, Oladejo said that under President Tinubu’s leadership, the Nigerian Air Force had been transformed with modern acquisitions.

    He listed these to include purchase of 24 M 346 attack jets, 10 AW 109 Trekker helicopters, among others.

    According to him, the Nigerian Army and Navy have also received cutting-edge hardware from tactical vehicles to patrol vessels strengthening ground and maritime security effectiveness.

    “Local defense manufacturing is booming: DICON has produced more than 4.6 million rounds of ammunition, 53 MRAPs, 14,040 PPE units and even drones, reducing dependency on foreign suppliers,” he said.

    He said that the administration had also received credible recognition for the remarkable progress Tinubu’s administration had made in the fight against banditry and terrorism.

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    According to him, the Coalition for Human Rights and Freedom (CHRF), has commended the armed forces’ performance, citing that more than 13,500 terrorists and criminals were neutralised and nearly 10,000 hostages rescued under coordinated operations.

    “These are tangible, verifiable successes, adding that nothing like the exaggerated sensationalism offered by Mr Obi.

    “The Nigerian Armed Forces, under this administration, are not only standing tall, but they are also striking back aggressively, saving lives and securing our nation.

    “The Lagos APC stands firmly behind the leadership of President Tinubu and our military heroes on the frontline.

    “We invite Mr Obi and others to acknowledge the progress made or risk being left behind in baseless political dramatics.” (NAN)

  • Obi directs supporters to vote ADC candidates

    Obi directs supporters to vote ADC candidates

    • LP standard bearers missing on INEC list

    Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections Peter Obi has implored his supporters to vote for candidates of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in tomorrow’s by-elections.

    He directed them to vote for the.

    In a post published via his X page yesterday, the former Anambra State governor, who is in romance with the ADC-led coalition, said his decision was due to the LP having no candidates recognised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on the ballot amid internal crisis.

    The post reads: “On the 16th of August 2025, Nigerians will go to the polling units again for the by-elections. This is expected to take place in the 16 states of the federation, with two senatorial, five House of Representatives and nine state assembly seats available for voting.

    “Kindly note that the Labour Party has no candidates recognised by INEC due to the internal crisis.

    “I humbly urge every member of the Obidient and COPDEM families to go out and vote for the coalition political party, the ADC, in their respective states.

    “The struggle for Nigeria has started.”

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    The electoral umpire excluded the names of LP candidates from its August 2 list – a move that prompted a protest march to the commission’s Abuja headquarters last week.

    The candidates had emerged from primaries conducted by the Julius Abure-led national working committee (NWC) amid a leadership crisis within the party.

    On August 5, the Nenadi Usman-led faction of the LP commended INEC for excluding the list of candidates submitted by Abure’s leadership.

    Obi and LP’s sole governor Alex Otti of Abia State are backing the Nenadi Usman faction.

    The rival group also described the development as a relief, adding that the electoral body is expected to recognise and publish the authentic list of candidates submitted by the lawful leadership of the party.

    On August 12, Obiora Ifoh, national publicity secretary of the Abure faction, said the election could be nullified if INEC omits its candidates from the ballot.

    Ifoh said the Electoral Act 2022 allows any political party excluded from an election to approach the court for a remedy.

    He also accused INEC of working for anti-democratic interests.

  • 2027: PDP confirms talks with Peter Obi

    2027: PDP confirms talks with Peter Obi

    The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has confirmed it is in active discussions with former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, while maintaining a strong lineup of potential 2027 presidential contenders from among its governors.

    Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday at the PDP National Secretariat, Wadata Plaza, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, reaffirmed PDP’s determination to reclaim legislative seats lost through defections and stressed the need for “absolute, 100% loyalty” from members.

    “This party has many very qualified, exceedingly qualified, performing governors that can become president of this country,” Ologunagba said. “So, when you ask me whether Jonathan is contesting, go and ask him, I don’t speak for President Jonathan. We are talking to Obi — ask Obi who is talking to him.”

    He further noted that the PDP National Executive Committee (NEC) had mandated the party’s Legal Adviser to take constitutional steps to recover mandates from lawmakers who defected without justification, adding that the party would deal decisively with members campaigning for other political platforms.

    “Membership of the party is voluntary. What we will not take is disloyalty,” Ologunagba stressed, warning that PDP constitution would be invoked against members found to be working for rival political parties.

    On internal disputes and reconciliation, Ologunagba said politics was not a “zero-sum game” and that bitter pills sometimes had to be swallowed for the greater good.

    He noted that the party had adopted a multi-level approach to reconciliation—talking to members through formal party channels, religious spaces, and community platform – while avoiding confrontation.

    Giving a hint that another round of conflict between some party leaders and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike may soon become inevitable, Ologunagba asserted that the party cannot embrace the condition given by Wike that the re-election of Chief Dan Orbih as Chairman of the PDP for the South-South zone must be upheld, adding that instead, party leaders will continue to support the Chief Emmanuel Ogidi-led Caretaker Committee picked for the zone.

    He dismissed suggestions that the PDP would take instructions from any individual or entertain conditions being given by any political figure ahead of its national convention, maintaining that all processes were guided strictly by the party’s constitution.

    “PDP has not, and will not even take condition from anybody and we will follow that constitution anyway; we have a South-South Zonal Caretaker Committee and they’ve been functioning as such.

    “This party is People’s Democratic Party, based on rules and processes that every member is subjected to; with regards to the South-South, in March this year, the tenure of the South-South Zonal Committee expired by effluxion of time and in line with the practices and its constitution, the party’s National Working Committee decided to set up a Zonal Caretaker Committee for the South-South, headed by Elder Emma Ogidi.

    “In line with the processes of the party, we decided to formally inaugurate that committee and that committee has since started work, they’ve been working seamlessly; so there can only be one way to have that process and that process has been followed,” he explained.

    He further maintained that the PDP was “stable, strong, and pushing towards the national convention,” and welcoming back aggrieved members while making it clear that loyalty would be demanded and enforced.

    Explaining further, Ologunagba stated that PDP will not be extreme or dogmatic about following the recommendations of the Tom Ikimi Disciplinary Committee, poiting out that the party is also working on reconciliation and making efforts to fully welcome all those who wish to retrace their steps by returning to the PDP.

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    “Look, in politics there’s no zero-sum game, sometimes you swallow bitter pills and then move ahead; we, as a party have resolved in line with our capacity, to take care of challenges because it’s not a zero-sum game; you win some, you lose some and that’s what we’re good at reconciliation.

    “There are multiple conversations going on, there are people you can talk to in PDP, there are people you can talk to in churches, there are people you can talk to in the marketplace; what we have done is to do a multiple approach to reconciliation and we have discussed at different levels and we are determined.

    “That is what the PDP National Executive Committee has demonstrated; we have a process, we have constitution, we are going to obey it, we are going to follow through.

    “We are not confrontational, we are not fighting, we will respect our processes, we will respect our institutions, we will respect our organs, we will follow through, work together in the interest of the party one, in the interest of democracy and in the interest of Nigerians,” Ologunagba stated.

    “If we could read the secret history of our enemies, we should find in each man’s life, sorrow and suffering enough to disarm all hostility.”