Nuru Shehu

09/09/2025

September 9, 2025

Press Statement

PDP Condemns Moves to Stop Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Resumption
…Charges Senator to get Ready to Resume at NASS.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) condemns in the strongest term possible, the attempt by the Clerk of the National Assembly to bar Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from resuming at the Senate after the unjust six months suspension imposed on her by the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio.

This reported action by the Clerk of the National Assembly smacks of a calculated attempt being orchestrated by the Senator Akpabio-led All Progressives Congress (APC) Senate leadership to abridge the right of representation of the people of Kogi Central Senatorial District and deny them a voice at the highest law-making body in the country.

The attempt to use the National Assembly establishment against an elected Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in gross violation of the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,1999 (as amended) and the Standing Rules of the Senate is highly provocative and constitutes a clear and present danger to democracy and overall stability of our country.

It also comes as parts of the antics being deployed severally by the APC-controlled Senate and the Federal Government to suffocate the opposition which further confirms the creeping totalitarianism in our country under the APC government.

The reported action by the Clerk of the National Assembly against Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan further brings to the fore the allegations of attacks on the right of women and sustained attempts to stifle their voices as witnessed in the various accusations of harassment against women levelled against the current Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio over the years.

The PDP demands that the Senate President should come clean on the various allegations instead of seeking to use the National Assembly establishment to further harass, intimidate and keep Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan away from the Senate.

The extreme persecution of six months suspension unjustly imposed on Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, contrary to the Rules of the Senate is more than enough and the PDP stands with the people of Kogi Central and all well-meaning Nigerians in condemning this unwarranted renewed attack on Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan.

Our Party strongly cautions the Clerk of the National Assembly to withdraw the said letter and play by the rules by being neutral as a bureaucrat and not allow himself to be politically entangled and used as a tool to undermine democracy and the Rule of Law in the National Assembly and Nigeria.

The PDP calls on the International Community, Democracy Institutions, Right Advocacy Groups and other democracy development partners to rise up in condemnation of this renewed attack on Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan.

While charging Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan to discountenance the reported letter by the Clerk of the National Assembly and get ready to resume at the Senate, the PDP demands that the Senate leadership ensures that Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan is allowed to resume her duties and perform her roles as an elected Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria unhindered.

Signed:

Hon. Debo Ologunagba
National Publicity Secretary

09/09/2025

ADAMAWA PDP STAKEHOLDERS MEET; YOUTH AT THE CENTRE

As preparations intensify for the 2025 party congresses, the Adamawa State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) brought together key stakeholders on Monday at the Government House, Yola, a gathering marked by gratitude, unity and a clear focus on youth empowerment.

In his opening remarks, State Party Chairman Barr. A.T. Shehu praised the strides the state has recorded under PDP leadership and thanked party faithful for their steady support. With a tone of humility and reflection, he noted that this could be his last time presiding over such a high-level meeting as chairman, a moment both poignant and forward-looking.

The Speaker of the State House of Assembly, speaking for the legislature, reaffirmed the Assembly’s loyalty to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri and to the PDP, stressing the importance of continued cooperation between the executive and legislative arms for good governance.

Representing National Assembly members, Senator Binos Yaroe commended the governor for lifting Adamawa’s profile through visible development and for attracting attention beyond the state’s borders.

Governor Fintiri described the meeting as a platform to celebrate and invest in the state’s youth. “This is our moment to uplift and promote the younger generation to greater heights,” he said, promising that his administration and the party will continue to prioritise youth empowerment through meaningful programmes and opportunities.

On the party’s internal calendar, the governor charged leaders to ensure smooth, transparent ward congresses scheduled for Saturday. He urged that the party field capable, committed candidates and consistently bring young people into decision-making processes at every level.

Speakers at the meeting repeatedly called for unity, discipline and a single-minded commitment to the party’s ideals as Adamawa prepares for the congresses. There was a shared sense that strong internal cohesion, paired with the administration’s development agenda, will position the PDP for success in the months ahead.

08/09/2025

No need to hurry. No need to sparkle. No need to be anybody but oneself. Be persistent and never give up hope.

08/09/2025

Akwai Haske Gaba ✋️

Power to the People 🇮🇹

08/09/2025

We move 💪

08/09/2025

08/09/2025

Happy Birthday Mr. Muhammad Samir Allah ya karawa rayuwa Albarka 🙏

08/09/2025

Every moment is a fresh beginning!

Morning flight ✈️ from the city of Jos to the nation capital, Abuja!

06/09/2025

"I Suffered Huge Betrayal In 2015": Ex-President Jonathan Exposes The Dark Side of Nigerian Politics.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revisited the betrayals he faced during his unsuccessful bid for re-election in 2015, describing Nigeria’s political culture as plagued by dishonesty and inconsistency. Speaking on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at the 70th birthday celebration of former Edo State deputy governor, Mike Oghiadomhe, in Benin City, Jonathan said his former Chief of Staff remained one of his few loyal allies.

06/09/2025

On behalf of the Government of Plateau State, the Secretary to the State Government, Archt. Samuel N. Jatau, led a high-powered delegation to represent His Excellency, Governor Caleb Mutfwang, Executive Governor of Plateau State, at the 2025 Eid-el Maulud celebration in Jos North, Plateau State.

The month of Rabi’ul Awwal is a period of great rejoicing, as it marks the birth of Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam). Reverence for the Holy Prophet lies at the heart of our faith, and the commemoration of Mawlid an-Nabi is a profound expression of our love, joy, and gratitude for the coming of the most exalted Messenger of Allah Almighty.

The delegation included myself, serving as the Jos North-North Constituency Liaison Officer to the Executive Governor of Plateau State, alongside the Honourable Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ephraim Usman; the Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Hon. Mohammed Yalun; and the Executive Secretary of the Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, Hon. Dayyabu Dauda.

On this blessed occasion of Eid-el Maulud, I pray that our sacrifices are accepted, our supplications answered, and our faith strengthened.

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous and blessed Eid-el Maulud.