Archive January 23, 2026

The vocal Akwa Ibom House of Representatives member Clement Jimbo has questioned Peter Obi’s presidential ambitions, calling him unfit for office as a result of his “leadership deficit.”

Jimbo described Obi’s frequent criticisms as “unpatriotic” rather than “conceptual opposition” in an exclusive interview with Persecondnews in Abuja that will air on YouTube this Friday.

With his sincere assessment, the lawmaker, who represents the Abak/Etim Ekpo/Ika Federal Constituency, has sparked significant discussion ahead of the 2027 elections.

He remarked, “You cannot continue to lead the country on every platform available.” With all the advantages of this administration, he consistently portrays the nation negatively rather than as an opposition.

Can you give me one good idea or suggestion for promoting the nation? You can’t criticize if you don’t contribute.

Jimbo argued that President Tinubu will be “unopposable” or virtually unbeatable in 2027 based on his experience as a candidate for the 2019 SDP presidential election.

He praised the President’s leadership, saying, “It’s clear that the man knows what to do.

Jimbo praised the direction of the Tinubu administration.

Tinubu, the leader of the APC, has excellent leadership skills in the role of president and leader.

“Watch the recovery of the economy. When he took office, the governors we had and now are incredible, and when you go to the 10th Assembly, we are also leading in terms of governors.

The federal lawmaker told Persecondnews, “This is something you can’t say about Peter Obi because he has transitioned from the APGA to PDP, LP, and now in ADC,” the federal lawmaker said.

Jimbo envisions a “seismic shift” in a bold forecast that could undermine the South East’s support for the Labour Party.

Jimbo believes the election is moving forward despite the staggering 90% of votes cast by Obi in 2023 (1.96 million votes, compared to 127, 605).

The lawmaker points to Gov. Gov.’s strategic leadership as evidence of his steadfast commitment to APC. Hope that the Uzodimma will be the regional hero.

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Jimbo claims that “the winds of change are blowing” and that the following cycle will result in a significantly different outcome.

It’s a game-changer for our party because of the man of substance that leads the pack of APC governors.

Jimbo has a clear sense of confidence in Uzodimma, who is the director-general of APC Outreach, Engagement, and Mobilization.

We are fighting to reclaim our place in the sun by declaring, “We are not just fighting for victory.”

The governor of Enugu state is regarded as one of the best-performing governors in the state, all due to the current administration’s leadership dynamics. For the first time, there is a significant infrastructure turnaround in Abia state.

“This is primarily attributable to the 36 state governors’ robust financial disbursements, which have been facilitated by fiscal reforms, such as the elimination of fuel subsidies.

He continued, “Total allocations to the 36 states reportedly increased from 3.8 trillion to 7.1 trillion over the period of 2024 to 2025.”

Jimbo cited a $ 570 billion release for citizen support from the federal government, which aims to reduce economic strain.

The lawmaker insists the impact is still significant despite the opposition from governors who have criticized the legislation by labeling the funds as NG-CARES reimbursements rather than federal aid.

The military junta’s infamous “ahaja kudirat abiola” murder trial has come to an end after decades of legal tigers in Lagos.

The Lagos State government attempted to prosecute Hamza Al-Mustapha, the former chief security officer of the late military dictator Sani Abacha, but the court rejected that effort.

The government’s delay was criticized by the justices, who noted that the state had not done anything for nine years even after receiving the order to reopen the case in 2014.

According to Persecondnews, Al-Mustapha was the main suspect in the 1993 presidential election winner’s wife, Chief MKO Abiola, who was killed in 1996.

The state’s failure to proceed with the appeal was described as “inexcusable” by Justice Uwani Aba-Aji, who delivered the lead judgment.

The court upheld Al-Mustapha’s previous acquittal as a result of this “inexcusable” negligence, putting an end to the scandalous case.

Mr. Paul Daudu (SAN), Al-Mustapha’s attorney, told the court that Lagos State had not yet submitted an appeal or put any steps in place to implement the order that was given to it over nine years ago.

Daudu argued that the state’s failure to file an appeal in 2014 clearly demonstrated a lack of interest in the case’s development.

He pleaded with the judge to dismiss the appeal entirely on abandonment grounds.

Justice Aba-Aji confirmed from the court registrar that Lagos State had received hearing notices but did not appear or provide any justification.

The court determined in a quick decision that the appellant had more than enough time to file the necessary paperwork in nine years.

Despite being aware of the proceedings since 2020, the state government hasn’t made an appearance or spoken with the court, causing the panel to complain.

The appeal with the SC/CR/45/2014 mark was therefore dismissed.

On the same grounds, the Lagos State Government’s SC/CR/6/2014 appeal was also rejected.

The Supreme Court granted Lagos State the right to challenge the Court of Appeal’s judgment on July 12, 2013, which found Al-Mustapha innocent and discharged.

Lagos State was required to submit its notice of appeal within 30 days by a seven-member panel led by Justice Walter Onnoghen, the then-Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria.

The state argued that the case needed to be reviewed and that the Court of Appeal’s finding that Al-Mustapha’s evidence was insufficient.

Persecondnews also recalls that a Lagos High Court sentenced Lateef Shofolahan, Mohammed Abacha, and Al-Mustafah to death by hanging for conspiracy and murder on January 30, 2012.