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‘With the coalition anything can happen.’ Wike defends Okpebholo’s demand for clearance from Obi to visit Edo
Wike Defends Okpebholo's Demand for Obi's Clearance: A Deep Dive into Nigeria's Political Chessboard
Abuja, Nigeria – The recent demand by Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo for Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Peter Obi to seek security clearance before visiting Edo State has ignited a fierce debate in Nigeria's political circles. This controversy has been further amplified by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, who has vocally defended Okpebholo's stance, arguing that "with the coalition anything can happen."
This article delves into the various facets of this unfolding political saga, exploring the motivations behind the demand, Wike's staunch defence, and the broader implications for Nigeria's political landscape.
The Genesis of the Controversy
The controversy began when Governor Monday Okpebholo, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), issued a statement on 18 July 2025, warning Peter Obi...
Coalition urges Kaduna residents to shun protest
Top Stories Tamfitronics By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoThe Coalition of Civil Society Groups, representing both indigenes and non-indigenes in Kaduna State, has opposed the nationwide protests scheduled for October 1, 2024.“We firmly distance ourselves from these events and emphasize our commitment to constructive engagement rather than disruption,” the group stated.At a press conference in Kaduna on Monday, the group’s spokesman, Comrade Yusuf Lawal, said October 1 should be a day of celebration, honoring the sacrifices and contributions of past heroes. He described it as “a day to reflect on our collective journey as a state and a nation, not one marked by the destruction of government and private property or civil unrest.”“The importance of unity and respect for our shared history cannot be overstated. We recognize and appreciate the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of...
How coalition politics could affect Indian solar
Politics tamfitronics The most recent budget, unveiled in July, included unusual special financial allocations for the southern state of Andhra Pradesh, of INR150 billion, (US$1.78 billion) led by Chandrababu Naidu and the northern state of Bihar, of INR590 billion, led by Nitish Kumar. The coalition’s stability depends on the support of these two state leaders, both of whom preside over financially precarious regions.“It is difficult to comment on such allocations and their implications at this point,” Probal Biswas, associate director at research firm Crisil, tells PV Tech Premium. “However, considering the overall fiscal deficit target set by the government of India, increased allocations in any schemes could potentially impact allocations towards other schemes.”In other words, future budgetary issues could feasibly lead to cuts in various incentives for PV.The extra funding for Andhra Pradesh and Bihar...
