Politics
PDP Hails President Action On Flooding
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has commended the
President for the firm and reassuring steps the Federal Government has taken to
mitigate the impact of flooding across the states of the federation and
forestall further threat to the nation. The Party has also called on relevant
government agencies and entire Nigerians to brace up for the challenge of food
shortages which the impact of the flooding may likely occasion.
“Flood disasters are a global phenomenon but our peculiar
challenges of development demand deeper insight and capacity which the
President has demonstrated. We therefore commend him for the medium and long
term measures being put in place to first ameliorate the suffering of the
affected Nigerian communities as well as for the steps already being taken to
permanently put under check, the incidence of flooding in future.”
“We note that the Presidential Technical Committee set up by
the President urgently rounded off its interim impact assessment of the flood
ravaged states upon which government energized its agencies to offer immediate
relief. We note also that the President has been in synergy with the Leadership
of the National Assembly and Governors of the affected States in confronting
this menace. We particularly commend the President for releasing the sum of
17.6 billion Naira and for setting up National Committee on Flood Relief and
Rehabilitation to further assist it in raising fund for the ‘post impact
rehabilitation of the affected victims’. It is further reassuring that the
President and his Vice will tour the affected states.” The Party also called on
the members of the committee to justify the confidence reposed in them by the
government.
Rising from its National Working Committee (NWC) meeting
Wednesday, the PDP expressed sympathy for the flood victims and announced
additional plans to complement the efforts of the Federal Government in
bringing relief to the flooded communities. It as well commended individuals,
groups, corporate bodies and the international community for the rescue and
care they offered to the flood victims.
“The National Chairman of our Party, Dr. Bamanga Turkur will
lead the team of our party leaders to the affected states to share in the pains
of fellow Nigerians besides offering additional assistance to them to
complement the efforts of the federal government towards surmounting this
challenge.”
PDP further urged the federal, state and local governments
as well as farmers to take measures to avert imminent food shortages on account
of floods.
“The NWC intend to liaise as matter of overriding importance
with all the relevant agencies of government to work out plans to forestall
possible food shortages arising from this. Food security is cardinal to our
manifesto.”
Politics
Alleged Coup: Protests Rock N’Assembly As Detained Officers’ Children, Wives Demand Justice
Scores of children and wives of military officers detained over an alleged coup plot yesterday staged a peaceful protest at the National Assembly, demanding a speedy trial and the release of the accused officials.
The protesters who gathered at the entrance of the National Assembly complex, moved in a slow procession while clutching placards with inscriptions such as “Don’t Kill Our Daddies,” “Detention Without Trial is Injustice,” and “Six Months of Torture: Enough Is Enough.”
Amid tears and trembling voices, the children appealed for justice and access to their detained fathers, many of whom they said they had not seen for months.
The appeal was made during a press briefing in Abuja attended by no fewer than 20 wives and several children of the detained officers, including a two-month-old baby.
The families were accompanied by human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju and activist Omoyele Sowore.
At the briefing, the families lamented that the officers had been held for over 160 days without trial or contact with their relatives, describing the situation as a violation of their fundamental rights.
Speaking on behalf of the families, Memuna Bashiru said the prolonged detention had thrown their households into uncertainty and emotional distress, noting that while allegations had been widely publicised, families remained in the dark about the fate of their loved ones.
The arrest of the indicted officers was first announced on October 4, 2025, by the then Director of Defense Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, who disclosed that 16 officers were taken into custody for alleged breaches of military regulations and acts of indiscipline.
However, an interim investigation later suggested the existence of a clandestine network of officers, allegedly coordinated by a senior Army officer, which had begun preliminary planning for a coup.
According to the report, the alleged plot involved surveillance of key national assets, including the Presidential Villa, Armed Forces Complex, Niger Barracks in Abuja, and major international airports, with October 25, 2025, cited as the planned date for the operation.
Those reportedly in custody include Brig Gen M. A. Sadiq, Col M. A. Maaji, Lt Col S. Bappah, Lt Col A. A. Hayatu, Lt Col P. Dangnap, Lt Col M. Almakura, Maj A. J. Ibrahim, Maj M. M. Jiddah, Maj M. A. Usman, Maj D. Yusuf, Capt I. Bello, Capt A. A. Yusuf, Lt S. S. Felix, Lt Cdr D. B. Abdullahi, Sqn Ldr S. B. Adamu and Maj I. Dauda.
The alleged plot, according to findings, targeted senior government officials, including President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima.
In a statement issued yesterday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr Felix Morka, said the exercise would take place in all wards and designated centres nationwide.
He called on existing members to update their records, while encouraging new entrants to join the party through the digital platform.
“As the electronic membership registration exercise resumes in all wards and designated locations nationwide, we urge existing members to validate their membership while new members are encouraged to register and join the progressive family,” Mr Morka said.
According to him, eligibility for registration is limited to individuals aged 18 and above who possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
The party said the initiative is part of efforts to modernise its operations by transitioning to a digital database that would enhance record accuracy and accessibility.
Mr Morka noted that the e-registration would “digitise the party’s membership register, ensure the integrity of records, and enhance efficient access to membership data for planning and management decisions.”
He added that the move is also aimed at promoting internal democracy within the party and strengthening its commitment to democratic innovation.
The APC had previously introduced electronic registration as part of broader reforms to streamline its membership system and improve organisational efficiency.
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