PDP Expels Wike, Fayose, Anyanwu, Others for Alleged Anti-Party Activities

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Saturday expelled several prominent members at its 2025 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, citing longstanding anti-party activities. Those removed from the party include former Rivers State governor Nyesom Wike; former Ekiti State governor Ayo Fayose; Senator Samuel Anyanwu; Senior Advocate of Nigeria Kamaldeen Ajibade; Hon. Austin Nwachukwu; among others. In a brief communique issued at the convention, the PDP said the expulsions were part of a sweeping effort to restore unity and discipline within its ranks ahead of the 2027 general elections. “The…

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Baba Ijesha Reportedly Freed After Appeal Court Overturns Conviction

Nollywood actor Olarenwaju James, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has reportedly been released from prison after the Court of Appeal overturned his conviction for the sexual assault of a minor. The actor was arrested in 2021, and in July 2022 the Lagos State High Court in Ikeja sentenced him to 16 years in prison after finding him guilty on several counts related to the assault of a 14-year-old girl. A widely circulated but yet-to-be-verified video obtained on Saturday showed the comic actor seated in a vehicle shortly after his release,…

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