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In the midst of widespread economic hardship and mounting popular discontent, governors elected on the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform have reaffirmed their steadfast support for President Bola Tinubu’s bold reform initiatives.
Imo State Governor and Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF), Hope Uzodimma, declared at a closed-door meeting in Abuja on Wednesday that despite early criticism, Tinubu’s economic reforms are gaining respect domestically and internationally.
The summit, which brought together APC governors, ministers, and party officials, provided an opportunity to assess the administration’s success, reaffirm party unity, and define a course forward in support of Tinubu’s vision for Nigeria.

“At the start of this administration, the opposition was very vocal in criticizing the government’s reform efforts. But today, the president is vindicated,” Uzodimma stated.

He explained that Tinubu’s economic measures, which have been heavily criticized domestically, are now being praised by renowned worldwide institutions. “The president is being commended by international bodies such as the World Bank and the IMF,” the official said.

Uzodimma stressed that the APC’s unity and internal democracy are critical to the party’s success. “This government was created by all progressive governors. Everyone present today is an APC member, regardless of their official status. “We’ve come together to congratulate ourselves and Nigeria on recent developments,” he said.

According to him, the discussion focused on strategizing how to effectively serve party members and residents who remain loyal to the party even during difficult times.

“We have a duty to support this brave man, who is committed to Nigeria’s progress,” according to the governor.

Speaking about President Tinubu’s forthcoming second anniversary in office, he stated that plans were underway to mark the occasion with a mix of celebration and reflection. “The APC National Working Committee will soon unveil the anniversary programmes and events, with full participation,” he assured us.

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Meanwhile, Mohammed Idris, Minister of Information and National Orientation, described the meeting as a strategic and private-party conversation.

“This was a family meeting of APC governors, ministers and National Working Committee members,” Idris told the media.

He emphasized that the event provided an opportunity to assess the government’s success as it approached the midway point of its tenure. “We are delighted with what has been accomplished thus far. “There’s a lot to show,” he remarked.

The minister stated that the APC is increasing public engagement to better inform residents about the administration’s milestones while also soliciting comments for future improvements.

“We aim to collectively ensure Nigeria achieves the prosperity President Tinubu promised on taking office,” he stated. “In spite of challenges, we’re on the right path, and with God’s help, Nigeria will succeed.”

The concerns against President Bola Tinubu’s choice of Cyril Tsenyil as the Managing Director of the recently established North Central Development Commission (NCDC) have been dismissed by the North-Central All Progressives Congress (APC) Forum.
Through its chairman, Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga, the APC Forum said Thursday that those behind the protests against Tsenyil’s appointment are opposition-funded imposters who are trying to discredit the North Central Development Commission and thwart its goal of fostering rapid development in the North-Central area.

According to information obtained, the Concerned Plateau Youth Forum, a group of Plateau State residents, urged President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday to immediately withdraw Tsenyil’s candidacy, claiming that the appointment does not serve the interests of the state’s citizens as a whole.

The organization said it would demonstrate in Abuja to demand that Tsenyil’s nomination as MD of the North Central Development Commission be withdrawn in a statement signed by Danladi Pam. The North-Central APC Forum responded by calling the Concerned Plateau Youth Forum and Danladi Pam mysterious organizations that are controlled by opposition politicians who are unhappy with the accomplishments of the APC government under President Bola Tinubu.

The Forum also denounced the group’s statement as an effort to exert pressure on President Tinubu.

In order to avoid being seen as enemies of the North-Central area, the APC Forum advised individuals responsible for the purported conspiracy to think again about their actions.

We boldly state that these individuals are neither native to the North-Central region nor inhabitants of the Plateau. With a tried-and-true technocrat like Mr. Cyril Tsenyil appointed as the Managing Director, no right-thinking North Centraler would want to stand in the way of the North-Central Development Commission’s accelerated development.

We don’t know the aforementioned Danladi Pam or his crew. We think that the faceless people are instruments in the hands of the opposition, even when we challenge them to reveal their identities.

“We disassociate ourselves from these anonymous people as legitimate North-Central stakeholders. They and their sponsors are neither our members, nor are they interested parties in the joint effort to advance and develop the North-Central area.

The statement, which Zazzaga, an APC campaign council member for the 2023 election, signed, said, “We urge the well-meaning people of the region to ignore the attempts being made by these entities to cause confusion and sabotage the mandate of the North-Central Development Commission.”

The nominee works for Tinubu and is an APC member.
According to the APC Forum, Cyril Tsenyil’s selection as the North-Central Development Commission’s managing director was well-earned.

Together with his illustrious career as a professional accountant, the Forum observed that Tsenyil has shown steadfast loyalty and dedication to the APC by carrying out a number of duties and responsibilities that have greatly aided in the growth and accomplishments of the party.

Mr. Cyril Tsenyil has an APC card. He has contributed to the accomplishments of President Bola Tinubu’s government, and we fully trust him to fulfill the North-Central Development Commission’s mandate.

Many of our members have worked with him on various committees and can vouch for his skill, so we are aware of his capacity.

As those involved who advocated for the establishment of the North-Central Development Commission, we would want to state unequivocally that we support Mr. President’s selection of Cyril Tsenyil.

“We urge the North-Central community to provide him with all the assistance he requires to complete this crucial task. Following a first delay, this new commission was answered for the North-Central, and we encourage the local population to pray and contribute to its success,” the statement continued.

The APC Forum commended Tinubu for selecting Tsenyil as the Commission’s Managing Director, claiming that with Tsenyil spearheading the organization’s mission, the North-Central region is well-positioned to meet its pledge to cast six million votes for Tinubu in the 2027 election.

On May 8, 2025, President Bola Tinubu reportedly formally presented his candidates to the Senate for the positions of South West, North Central, and South-South development commission leaders.

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Cosmos Akiyir was nominated as Chairman and Cyril Tsenyil as Managing Director of the North Central Development Commission, which had 19 nominees.

To address developmental challenges in the North-Central area of Nigeria, Tinubu signed legislation on February 4, 2025, creating the North-Central Development Commission (NCDC).

The Imo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has denounced the Hope Uzodimma-led government’s decision to spend an astounding ₦2.1 billion on Muslim pilgrimages and throw a party to celebrate the pilgrims’ airlift.
In regard to the airlift of the pilgrims, the party contended that there is no reason why the administration should spend taxpayer funds on a program that serves just 315 people and throw a lavish celebration to welcome Vice President Kashim Shettima.
In a statement released in Owerri by its spokesperson, Lancelot Obiaku, the PDP called the gesture a waste of money, particularly in light of the nation’s escalating security threats and economic suffering brought on by the country’s skyrocketing inflation rate.

He bemoaned the fact that it was particularly alarming and unsettling because it happened the day after armed attackers besieged the settlements of Umuna and Okigwe in Onuimo LGA, murdering at least 20 people, kidnapping others, and burning more than 22 vehicles.

He insisted that Uzodimma retire after accusing him of egregious ineptitude.

“We vehemently condemn the fact that Governor Uzodimma frequently acts as though he is not an Imolite, consistently reluctant to offer leadership or express empathy over the harrowing challenges of insecurity, poverty, and lack of basic amenities confronting the people of Imo State,” the statement says in part.

“Normally, the threat of suspected Fulani terrorists in NgorOkpala would have prompted the governor to act quickly, since the ruthless outlaws have made the area their stronghold.

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In Okigwe, Orsu, Njaba, Onuimo, Oru West, and Orlu LGAs, criminal groups have taken over communities and are still terrorizing innocent inhabitants. This adds to the sad stories coming out of these areas.

“Imo cannot put up with a distant administration that doesn’t care about the suffering of its people and an inept governor. Therefore, the Imo PDP urges Ndi Imo to band together in order to hold this administration completely responsible at this crucial juncture in the history of our state.

Julius Abure, Labour Party National Chairman, has issued a direct challenge to Peter Obi and other previous presidential contenders running on the party’s platform, demanding that they present documentation of any money allegedly handed to him or the party during the 2023 general elections.
Abure made the statement during a Symfoni video broadcast on Tuesday, where he addressed party members in the Federal Capital Territory and responded to ongoing corruption allegations against the party’s leadership.
Naija News believes that he categorically denied accepting any monies for personal use from any of the party’s candidates, including Obi.

“I want to challenge everyone who contested the election, from Peter Obi on down. “Let any of them come out and tell the world what they personally gave to me or the party,” Abure said.
“If they have evidence, let them to present it. If they don’t, let them remain silent indefinitely.”

He denounced what he called “cowardly whispers” of corruption and accused adversaries of using the media to avoid facing the party leadership directly.

Abure also hinted about hosting a world news conference, promising to publicly reveal members of the party’s opposition wing.

He claimed he remained silent out of a feeling of leadership and a desire for reconciliation, but cautioned that further provocation might force him to speak up.

“When people were discussing agents and money for agents, I remained silent. I feel it is my responsibility to manage the good, the terrible, and the ugly. “But now, some are going beyond their limits,” he said.

“I’m waiting for them to make their next move. When I open my mouth, wherever they go, they will smell like rotten eggs that no one wants.”

Abure also criticised Abia State Governor Alex Otti, the Labour Party’s only elected governor, accusing him of failing to contribute financially to the party during the elections.

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“Look at the governor, who is moving like a cricket from one spot to another. “We didn’t get a dime from him,” he explained.

“When I saw him at Transcorp, he said, ‘Chairman, what can I do for you?’ I said nothing. “Use your funds for your election.”

He also noted that, other from a few MPs who gave little funds, the party has gotten no significant backing from elected members.

Abure denied allegations of financial misconduct, stating that the Labour Party leadership declined multi-billion naira bribes during the election season.

“We turned down offers due to the integrity of the positions we held. But today, these same people are attempting to kick us out,” he stated.

Sir Paul Chukwuma, the Young Progressives Party’s (YPP) candidate for governor of Anambra state in the November 8, 2025, election, has criticized state governor Prof. Chukwuma Soludo for the state’s low student performance on the recently released National Examination Council (NECO) and Join Administration and Matriculation Board (JAMB) exams.

Cancel Chukwuma expressed regret that Anambra State, which had topped the national ranking for over ten years in a row, had unexpectedly dropped to 28th place in the most recent statistics.

“Today, we have seen a shocking decline in some of the key indicators of development in our State,” the YPP candidate for governor stated in a statement Tuesday.

Anambra State was formerly the leader in education for more than ten years, but the current administration has let this progress wane.

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“Anambra State’s education rating has suffered greatly in recent years, to the point where our state now lags behind Abia, Imo, and Ebonyi States in terms of student performance.” With pupils earning five credits on their senior certificate exam, Anambra State was unable to make it onto regional and national lists of the best states during the current administration. This is the worst it has been in almost ten years.

“This is a fragmented promise. Now a gain has been lost. We as a people see it as a warning sign for our State and our children’s future,” Sir Chukwuma continued.

Chukwuma, however, promised that his administration will undo the regrettable event if elected to power.