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PDP State Assembly, Reps Primaries In Enugu Peaceful, Transparent- Electoral Committees
The Electoral Committees of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the conduct of the State House of Assembly and Federal House of Representatives Primary Elections in Enugu State have described the exercise as peaceful.
The two electoral committees which gave their separate verdicts when they supervised the conduct of the primaries in the state, on Sunday.
Mr Uche Igbokwe, the Chairman of the PDP National Electoral Committee, for the state House of Assembly primary elections in the state, said the exercise was transparent and orderly.
They lauded the Gov. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi-led leadership of the PDP in Enugu State for ensuring that the delegates and party members displayed commitment, discipline and comportment during the peaceful exercises.
Speaking at Udenu Local Government Area, where Mr Solomon Onah was unanimously elected as the Party’s candidate for Udenu Constituency in the State House of Assembly, Igbokwe lauded the electoral process of the primary election.
Igbokwe expressed delight at the presence of the officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) at the event.
In Nsukka LGA, where the primary elections for Nsukka East and Nsukka West constituencies were conducted, Igbokwe, on behalf of other members of the electoral committee, also commended the peaceful conduct of the exercise.
Led to the venue of the primary election by the State Deputy Chairman of the PDP, Mr Innocent Ezeoha, and the State Organising Secretary of the Party, Dr Christian Iyiani, the Committee applauded the delegates for their sincerity of purpose and decorum.
The expressed satisfaction with the electoral processes put in place by the State Working Committee of the party.
According to him, we have gone to several LGAs and we have seen that everything is going on perfectly well in Enugu State.
They appreciated Governor Ugwuanyi for his uncommon leadership role in state in particular and the PDP South East zone in general, revealing that the governor is the one that has kept state chapters of the party in the zone going.
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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.