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Obidients Calls For Protest; Condemns Senate’s Rejection of Electronic Electoral Results

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Obidients Calls For Protest; Condemns Senate’s Rejection of Electronic Electoral Results

By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by SaharaWeeklyNG 

“Obidient Movement plans march to national assembly over senate’s rejection of real-time result transmission.”

 

The Obidient Movement has faulted the senate over its decision to reject mandatory real-time electronic transmission of election results in the recent amendment of the Electoral Act.

In a statement issued on Friday, Yunusa Tanko, national coordinator of the movement, described the decision to retain provisions for manual collation as a direct attack on Nigeria’s democratic process and an effort to entrench secrecy in elections.

 

Tanko said the senate’s action was a calculated move that could pave the way for manipulation of the 2027 general elections.

 

He referenced the controversies that trailed the 2023 general election, particularly the failure to upload polling unit results to the Independent National Electoral Commission portal due to what was described as a technical glitch, arguing that the latest position of the senate was aimed at preserving the same weaknesses that eroded public trust in the process.

 

According to the statement, rejecting mandatory real-time transmission amounted to electoral sabotage, as it weakens confidence in the system and sustains the structures that enabled widespread manipulation during the last general election.

 

Tanko also accused the ruling All Progressives Congress, which controls the majority in the national assembly, of applying double standards, noting that the party depends on electronic systems for its internal primaries while denying Nigerians the same level of transparency during national elections.

Obidients Calls For Protest; Condemns Senate’s Rejection of Electronic Electoral Results
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He announced plans for a peaceful mass protest at the national assembly, calling on lawmakers in both chambers to convene an emergency session and pass a law making real-time transmission of polling unit results to the IReV portal compulsory and non-negotiable.

 

The national coordinator said details and the date of the planned march would be communicated through the official channels of the movement.

 

He further urged Nigerians within the country and in the diaspora, civil society groups, and the international community to stand against what he described as a dangerous slide backwards in democratic standards.

Obidients Calls For Protest; Condemns Senate’s Rejection of Electronic Electoral Results
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Tell Your Men To Obey Court, Alaka Landowners Appeal To IGP Disu ‎

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Tell Your Men To Obey Court, Alaka Landowners Appeal To IGP Disu

‎Landowners in the Alaka area of Lagos State have called on the newly appointed Inspector General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, to order the policemen stationed on their property to obey a subsisting court order directing the withdrawal of all security personnel from the site.

‎The landowners made the call on Wednesday, February 25, during an inspection visit to the land that saw them being threatened by armed policemen.

‎According to the landowners, they arrived at the property following a judicial directive ordering officers to leave the land and were in the process of inspecting their individual plots, taking photographs, recording videos, and discussing plans to commence development, only to be confronted by armed policemen who questioned their presence and issued threats to shoot at them.

‎Speaking to journalists, one of the landowners, Tolani Agbajobi, described the encounter as disturbing and insisted that the officers had no legal basis to remain on the land. He stressed that the police should respect the authority of the court and withdraw from the property without further delay.

‎Agbajobi said the inspection was a long-awaited opportunity for many landowners who had been denied access to the land for an extended period. He added that the continued presence of armed officers, despite a clear court order, undermines confidence in the rule of law and raises concerns about accountability within the security architecture.

‎He further questioned why policemen were still deployed on the land despite public statements by the immediate past Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, who had warned that police involvement in land recovery or related disputes was not part of the Force’s constitutional duties and would attract disciplinary action.

‎Calling for urgent intervention, Agbajobi appealed to the current Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, to enforce compliance with both court rulings and established police directives by ordering the immediate withdrawal of the officers from the site.

‎Another landowner, who identified himself simply as Samuel, also expressed concern over what he described as growing impunity, questioning how officers could continue occupying the land in defiance of a court order and clear instructions previously issued by the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force.

‎The landowners maintained that their demand was not confrontational but rooted in respect for the law, insisting that the police must act within their constitutional mandate and allow the courts to resolve civil land disputes without intimidation or unlawful interference.

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OGUN 2027: ABIODUN ISIAQ AKINLADE – A CHANGER OF POLITICAL NARRATIVES IN OGUN WEST

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OGUN 2027: ABIODUN ISIAQ AKINLADE – A CHANGER OF POLITICAL NARRATIVES IN OGUN WEST

 

The Chairman, House Committee on Agricultural Institutions and Colleges, member representing Yewa South/Ipokia Federal Constituency, Right Honorable Akinlade Abiodun Isiaq, remains a political patriot and a true changer of political narratives in Ogun West. Over the years, he has consistently invested in building people and nurturing future leaders, leaving behind a legacy centered on empowerment and human capital development.

There is no doubt that his political dynasty is a proudly made-in-Nigeria project. The foundation he laid and the blueprints he developed during his tenure as a four-term member of the House of Representatives continue to simplify governance and inspire developmental strides across his constituency and beyond.

His roadmap for development has remained a guiding compass toward achieving the Ogun State of his dreams, particularly in improving the lives of the people of Ogun West.

Unarguably, the true test of leadership lies in the number of leaders and successful individuals one has raised. By this standard, Hon. Akinlade stands tall. Many beneficiaries of his mentorship, empowerment initiatives, and strategic support testify to his enduring impact.

Having served diligently during the era of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), which later evolved into the All Progressives Congress (APC), his unmatched antecedents remain etched in the hearts of the people of Ogun West. He continues to serve as a dependable point of contact, known for his pragmatic and solution-driven approach to governance.

Hon. Akinlade has continually reshaped the political narrative in Ogun West through employment facilitation, empowerment programs, and sustained community engagement. His unwavering commitment to the welfare of his people demonstrates his belief that leadership is about service and impact.

As a man of vision and positive ambition for his people, his political journey and aspirations—especially his Governorship ambition—reflect his continued desire to serve at higher levels. With sustained support and collective commitment, the people of Ogun West can continue to reap the dividends of democracy under his leadership.

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Panic in Aso Rock Villa as Opposition Leaders Reject Tinubu’s Electoral Law, Announce Next Action

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Panic in Aso Rock Villa as Opposition Leaders Reject Tinubu’s Electoral Law, Announce Next Action

By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by saharaweeklyng.com 

“Opposition coalition vows constitutional resistance, warns new electoral amendments could undermine 2027 polls.”

 

On 26 February 2026 in Abuja, opposition political parties triggered political turbulence inside the Aso Rock Presidential Villa after publicly *rejecting the recently amended Electoral Act 2026 signed into law by President Bola Tinubu. The rejection came during a high‑profile press conference where leaders described the new law as anti‑democratic and threatening to the integrity of the 2027 general elections.

 

The opposition, led by figures including former Vice‑President Atiku Abubakar, Ajuri Ahmed of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and other prominent voices, faulted key provisions of the Act; especially clauses allowing manual result collation and limiting real‑time electronic transmission of polling unit results. They argued the law could undermine transparency, deepen electoral manipulation and entrench the governing party’s advantage.

 

In response, the coalition called for the National Assembly to commence a fresh amendment process and vowed to use constitutional means to resist implementation of the legislation ahead of elections widely seen as decisive for Nigeria’s democratic future.

 

The confrontation has ignited heated debate among civil society, political analysts and within the ruling party, reflecting widening fault lines over electoral reform and democratic credibility in the run‑up to 2027.

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