The senator representing Sokoto South in the National Assembly, Aminu Tambuwal, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a letter dated March 11 and addressed to the PDP ward chairman in Tambuwal/Shinfiri, the former governor of Sokoto State attributed his decision to the persistent internal crisis and unresolved conflicts within the party. The …
Key leaders of the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) met in Abuja on Thursday as part of renewed efforts to reposition the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The ADC, which has been vocal in its criticism of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), is intensifying internal consultations to present itself as a credible …
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sokoto State has taken a swipe at former Governor Aminu Tambuwal, describing him as “politically dead”. State Chairman of the party, Sadiq Achida, made the remark while addressing journalists on Monday in Sokoto. Achida said Tambuwal lacked an independent political base, insisting that his rise to prominence was made …
The All Progressives Congress (APC), has accused former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, of being the major problem facing the opposition in Nigeria. In a statement issued on Sunday by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the ruling party dismissed Tambuwal’s allegation that President Bola Tinubu was plotting to destabilise opposition parties. Morka said both …
By Esther Ososanya The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has urged Nigerians not to immediately label the ongoing Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) investigation of former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, as politically motivated. Speaking in an interview with Channels Television, Wike said EFCC investigations are routine and should not …
By Rafiyat Sadiq The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has granted former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal administrative bail after questioning him over alleged financial misconduct. Tambuwal, who also served as Speaker of the House of Representatives, is accused of withdrawing about N189 billion during his tenure as governor. A senior EFCC official said …
