Politics
PDP Ready For Victory In Osun, Says Jegede
Two term Ondo State candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Eyitayo Jegede, has expressed confidence that the party will emerge victorious in the upcoming Osun State governorship election, following the truce brokered among party stakeholders in the state.
Jegede spoke while presenting an interim report of the reconciliation committee set up by the PDP National Working Committee to reconcile feuding party members in Lagos and Osun States.
He said, “We were there with members our colleagues who are here today because what we are submitting today is an interim report.
“We concentrated for now on Osun because of the election that is coming by the grace of God on the 16th of this month. And we’re quite hopeful with what we have seen because we were there.
“We interacted with contending factions that are there and we believe that working together will guarantee us victory.
“I can tell you that the people of Osun are waiting. And they are quite anxious about this. Expecting that come 16,17 of July will ursher in a new PDP administration in the state by the grace of God.
“What we’re able to do is to bring the parties together, and we’re able to bring them all around the roundtable. We spoke to all the stakeholders, we spoke to all the groups, we harmonise positions that will should, we’re able to at that point.”
“We are hopeful that the two parties have agreed that they were going to work together for the interest of the PDP, we were also able to extract commitments from all the sides, that the only way to achieve success is if we have a united front. “
Jegede urged the party leadership to ensure a proper follow up in order for the party to achieve the desired result.
In response, the acting National Chairman of the PDP, Umar Damagun, expressed gratitude to the panel while promising that the NWC would play its part in ensuring that the party comes out victorious.
He said, “On behalf of the NWC, I want to sincerely thankyou for a speedy response to our request”.
“The assignment was really one of the best we can say in terms of reconciliation. And less than six to seven weeks the assignment was given, and to be sincern, we have seen your handiwork.
“The moment you were inaugurated, you hit the road, it has yielded fruits greatly, and we are sure of victory.
“However, we want to enjoin you, even there was no election in Lagos, the part of your assignment is for Osun and Lagos.
“ I want you to take this opportunity, just like in Osun, to hit the ground in Lagos, because even Lagos too, you have ample time to go to Lagos and make sure what you did in Osun will repeat the same. This your report will go all long way, not only in Osun but also in other states.”
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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