Politics
1,000 Arewa members endorse Tinubu, okay Egbayelo for Lagos Assembly
As the 2027 political landscape begins to take shape, the Arewa community in the Apapa Local Government Area of Lagos State has formally declared its support for the second-term bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the legislative aspiration of Dr Mike Oladunjoye Egbayelo.
During a massive grassroots rally involving over 1,000 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), community leaders cited President Tinubu’s ‘Renewed Hope’ agenda as the catalyst for their early endorsement.
Yahaya Matazu, Coordinator of the Sokoto Elders Forum (Apapa Branch), and Haruna Ibrahim, a prominent Arewa leader, emphasised that the president’s policies are designed for long-term national prosperity.
“Nigerians should learn to be patient. Greatness takes time, and we are ready to give the President our full support so he can achieve 100% success in his vision for the country,” the leaders stated in a joint address.
The endorsement extended to Egbayelo, who is eyeing a seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly (Apapa Constituency 1).
The Arewa community highlighted Egbayelo’s track record of inclusive governance, particularly his history of integrating non-indigenous communities into the local socio-economic fabric.
The group pointed to his extensive resume as evidence of his readiness: Pioneer General Manager: Apapa GRA Residents Association (AGRA). Executive Secretary/CEO: Apapa Community Security Trust Fund. Public Servant: Former Supervisor for Education, Youth, and Sports.
“Dr Egbayelo has consistently demonstrated the ability to build institutions and manage complex teams. He has never left anyone behind. We believe he is one with the people,” Matazu added.
Addressing the crowd, Egbayelo reaffirmed his commitment to the ‘One Lagos’ philosophy, promising that his representation would be blind to ethnic or religious divides.
“I grew up with the Arewa community; you are my brothers and sisters,” Egbayelo said. “I have never let you down, and I will not start now. The time for a united front has come, and under my watch, nobody will be left behind,” he added.
Egbayelo further bolstered the case for the presidency, telling the gathering that President Tinubu remains the most viable choice for 2027.
He argued that the foundations laid in the first three years of the administration have restored hope to a nation in transition, urging the community to remain steadfast in its loyalty to the APC.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said it will not take any action on the status of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) until it receives and reviews the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the recent judgment of the Federal High Court in Lokoja directing the withdrawal of the party’s registration.
A source disclosed that the Commission would study the court’s decision before taking an official position.
“We will apply for the Certified True Copy of the judgment and act in accordance with the court’s decision once it is received,” the official said.
The Federal High Court in Lokoja had, in a ruling delivered on Friday, reversed an earlier judgment of December 10, 2025, after finding that not all parties affected by the matter were joined in the suit.
The earlier judgment, which paved the way for the registration of the NDC as a political party, was challenged because it overlooked the interests of the Peace Movement Party (PMP), which claimed ownership of the logo used by the NDC in securing its registration.
Counsel to the PMP, C.S. Ekeocha, said the latest ruling effectively nullified every action taken on the strength of the previous judgment.
According to him, “The recognition of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, the issuance of its certificate of registration, its inclusion in INEC’s records, and any appearance on ballot papers arising from that judgment must be withdrawn pending the final determination of the substantive suit.”
Sources said INEC is currently studying the Certified True Copy of the judgment and will determine its next line of action after completing its review.
A member of the House of Representatives representing Edu/Moro/Patigi Federal Constituency, Dr Ahmed Adamu Saba, has commended Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and President Bola Tinubu over the emergence of Speaker, Kwara State House of Assembly, Engr Yakubu Danladi Salihu, as the gubernatorial flag bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 election.
Ajiya Shaba, in a statement made available to journalists in Ilorin, described AbdulRazaq as a true leader who meant well for the people in view of his landmark achievements across all sectors of the economy, which have had maximum positive impacts on the people and the support of zoning the governorship ticket to Kwara North.
Saba, in the statement, said it’s a welcome development and an historic achievement for the people of Kwara North, noting that it has further strengthened their sense of belonging and inclusion in the political affairs of Kwara State.
The lawmaker, Chairman of the Belgium-Nigeria Parliamentary Friendship Group, also expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the emergence of the Speaker, Yakubu Danladi Salihu, in the strategic leadership position, describing it as a monumental achievement for the people of Kwara North.
According to the lawmaker, the emergence of Saihui is a clear demonstration of President Tinubu’s commitment to fairness, inclusiveness, and equitable representation.
The Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Judiciary, Pension and National Assembly Matters, in the statement expressed confidence in the ability of the Speaker to consolidate on the achievements of Governor AbdulRazaq to further develop not only Kwara North, but the entire state as a whole.
The lawmaker also joined the traditional rulers, APC leaders, and other stakeholders across Kwara State to support the emergence of the party’s flagbearer in the 2027 election.
He stated that the recognition accorded to Kwara North has rekindled hope among the people and reinforced their confidence in the leadership of the President.
“It gives the people of Kwara North a greater sense of belonging in Kwara politics. We believe this opportunity will inspire more progress, unity, and development across the region,” Saba said.
He expressed confidence that Kwara North would continue to contribute positively to the growth and advancement of the state, adding that the zone is prepared to justify the confidence reposed in it through dedicated service and support for good governance.
Saba further congratulated Salihu on his emergence and urged him to remain committed to excellence, integrity, and the collective interest of the people.
He also reaffirmed his commitment to working with all stakeholders to promote unity, development, and sustainable progress across Kwara State and Nigeria.
The governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, has expressed optimism about the creation of state police, saying the problem of insecurity in Nigeria would be solved.
The Nigerian Senate passed a constitutional amendment bill establishing state police to operate concurrently with the existing federal structure.
Speaking during a live interview on Channels TV, the governor said that at the initial stage, many people were opposed to the idea of the creation of the state police, but today many of them have supported the idea.
Answering a question about who to hold accountable between the governor, the commissioner or the federal government, if the idea of the state police failed, he said he was optimistic that the state police would address the problem of insecurity in Nigeria.
According to Uba, “Honestly speaking, I’m very optimistic about it. It (state police) is going to be successful. That was my thinking in 2020; I still believe it right now. Many people who were opposed to it at the beginning are now supporting it.”
Uba revealed that lawmakers such as Senator Eyinnaya Abaribe, who opposed the idea when it was raised in 2020, are now supporting it, adding that “Because they have sat down, and they have seen that things are changing.”
He advised Nigerians not to be sceptical about something we have not tested.
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