Politics
N100m Paid To Propagandists To Destroy Me -PDP National Sec
The National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Senator Samdaddy Anyanwu, on Wednesday alleged that the sum of a hundred million naira, was paid to some individuals to launch propaganda to destroy him (Anyanwu).
Anyanwu, through his Special Adviser on media, Ikenna Onuoha, disclosed this to newsmen in Owerri, while reacting to one
Tochukwu Ohazurike, who claimed that Anyanwu was suspended from PDP. He also alleged that Anyanwu hijacked the last Imo PDP state Congress.
Senator Anyanwu said the money was paid to the propagandists from a source known to him (Anaynwu) by a desperate politician in Imo state to damage his reputation.
According to Anyanwu, “On Arise Television Tuesday, May 10th, 2022, one Tochukwu Ohazurike, a known political hireling and unrepentant blackmailer who parades himself as a Lawyer accused the National Secretary of PDP, Senator Samuel Anyanwu of hijacking the 3-man ad-hoc delegate congress election held on April 30th, 2022 in Imo state.
“Ohazurike also claimed that Senator Anyanwu allegedly hijacked the delegate results to pave way for his Governorship election anytime it will hold. Regrettably, he shamefully refused to tell his audience whether he saw Senator Anyanwu live at the scene of the exercise or not to have propelled him to hijack the results
“Re-emphasising what a disqualified House of Representatives aspirant for Ideato North and South earlier alleged, Ohazurike maintained that Senator Anyanwu is not a member of PDP hence, should not continue to function as the party’s National Secretary. Pitiably, this is the only extent they can go, no more no less!
“Be that as it may, Ohazurike is entitled to his personal opinion, whether negative or positive, but it, therefore, becomes so worrisome and unfortunate for him to embarrass himself on the air over an issue he does not know its crux.
The truth of the matter is that Ohazurike and his likes are gate crashers and infiltrators into our party who can do anything possible to destroy the relative peace the party is currently enjoying.”
“It is regrettable to inform the public that Ohazurike and his cohorts are struggling to malign the reputation of PDP National Secretary all in a bid to justify the N100 million they were said to have collected from a known desperate politician in Imo state.
“However, we cannot continue to join issues with these disgruntled elements who anxiously masquerade around seeking to whom to devour especially, once money exchanges hands. We have exhausted our respect for them hence, cannot respond again on this subject. Our appeal is that their brains should be tested to ascertain the level of their mental sanity,” Anyanwu said.
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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