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Tochukwu Ezeoke: For Village Boys Movement, It’s Obi Or No One Else
Tochukwu Ezeoke: For Village Boys Movement, It’s Obi Or No One Else
Tochukwu Ezeoke: For Village Boys Movement, it’s Obi or no one else. Tochukwu Ezeoke, headmaster of the Village Boys Movement, says the group will only support Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election.
He added that the group’s political engagement is anchored entirely on Obi’s expected appearance on the ballot.
Ezeoke spoke during an exclusive interview with Rudolf Okonkwo on 90MinutesAfrica, where he described the movement as a grassroots awakening among young Nigerians rather than a traditional political campaign.
A media entrepreneur, Ezeoke said the initiative developed organically across the country without the support of political elites or godfathers.
“The Village Boys Movement is working on the premise of the statement by Peter Obi that he will be on the ballot in the 2027 elections. So it is either Peter Obi or nothing else for us,” he said.
He explained that the movement initially took shape quietly “across social media platforms, university campuses, marketplaces, technology hubs and community gatherings” before spreading to different regions.
“From Enugu to Kaduna and from Ibadan to Uyo,” he said, more young Nigerians began identifying as ‘Village Boys’, a label he described as reflecting a wider political and social consciousness.
“This is not branding, it is an awakening,” he added, noting that the movement signals a shift in how young people see their role in Nigeria’s politics.
Ezeoke also connected the emergence of the group to reactions against the ‘City Boys Movement’, which drew attention online through videos of youths displaying branded luxury cars.
“That moment triggered a realization among many Nigerian youths that their loyalty was being commercialized and their identity reduced to cheering for elite structures,” he said.
According to him, the Village Boys identity gained traction without central coordination, as youths sought to redefine their place in the country’s political and cultural space.
Beyond its symbolism, he said the movement is focused on mobilising citizens ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“Our goal is to mobilize Nigerians to make the right choice in the 2027 elections. We are telling Nigerians to consider their lives and decide if the government has kept to its promise of renewed hope or if they have been sunk into hopelessness,” he said.
He noted that the group is not imposing decisions on voters but encouraging democratic participation.
“The choice is for everyone to make. We are only mobilizing to ensure everyone comes out to make their choice through the ballot,” he said.
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Reflecting on current economic realities, Ezeoke argued that many Nigerians are already experiencing the consequences of past political decisions.
Recalling fuel prices, he said that on the eve of President Bola Tinubu’s inauguration on May 29, 2023, he filled his car tank for less than N4,000 in Abuja.
“Today I will spend over N50,000 to fill the tank of that same vehicle. That’s how ridiculous things have become,” he said.
He described the situation as a direct outcome of choices made during the 2023 elections and urged Nigerians to think critically as the next electoral cycle approaches.
Akwa Ibom Airport Commences International Operations With Maiden Flight To Ghana
Today, the people of Akwa Ibom State rolled out the drums, once again, in celebration of a milestone achievement with the completion of the international terminal and the commencement of international operations at the Victor Attah International Airport.
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The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, was on ground, and officially declared the airport ready for international operations.
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The State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, expressed satisfaction with the development, saying, “I am indeed proud to be an Akwa Ibomite.”
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IGP Disu Visits Family Of Late ASP Ejeh Alfred, Reassures Family Of Police Support
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late ASP Ejeh Alfred on Thursday, 30th April 2026, at their residence in Abuja. The late ASP Ejeh, a dedicated driver with the Nigeria Police Airwing, tragically lost his life in the line of duty during an operational mission on 17th April 2026.
During the visit, the IGP expressed his deepest sympathies to the widow, Mrs. Mercy Ejeh, her children, and the extended family. He described the late officer as a committed professional whose sacrifice in service to the nation remains invaluable.
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The IGP further reassured the family of the Force’s support, emphasizing that the welfare and legacies of officers who pay the ultimate price will always be a priority under his administration.
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The IGP reaffirmed his commitment to the personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, noting that the courage and dedication of officers on the frontline are the bedrock of national security.
He prayed for the repose of the soul of the departed officer and pledged that the Force will stand firmly by the bereaved family during this difficult time.
Osun ICPC Host Delegation From INEC During Courtesy Visit To RACC
Osun State Office of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) recently played host to a delegation from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) during a courtesy visit to the Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner (RACC), Prince Olatunji Yusuf.
The INEC team was led by the newly appointed Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Babalola. In her opening remarks, she explained that the visit was designed to reinforce the existing synergy between both Commissions and to explore avenues for deeper collaboration ahead of forthcoming electoral activities in the state.
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Mrs. Babalola commended the ICPC for its steadfast role in safeguarding transparency, while also highlighting INEC’s ongoing efforts to conduct free, fair, and credible elections. She noted that significant progress had been recorded in the prosecution of electoral offenders involved in malpractices such as vote buying and selling, ballot box snatching, and other electoral violations. Emphasising the importance of joint action, she stated that as Osun State prepares for its upcoming gubernatorial election, INEC seeks the continued support and partnership of the ICPC to sustain and deepen electoral transparency and credibility.
Responding, the Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner, Prince Olatunji Yusuf, expressed sincere appreciation for the visit and lauded INEC’s proactive commitment to electoral integrity. He reaffirmed the ICPC’s readiness to collaborate with INEC in line with its statutory mandate to prevent and combat corruption in all its forms.
Prince Yusuf noted that the ICPC remains actively engaged in electoral observation and monitoring, with a particular focus on deterring vote buying and other forms of electoral corruption. He recalled the Commission’s active participation during previous electoral exercises, including the last governorship election and the 2023 Presidential and National Assembly elections, during which ICPC operatives were deployed across polling units nationwide.
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He further stressed that strengthening the prosecution of electoral offenders is vital to achieving effective deterrence. In his view, this underscores the urgent need for closer collaboration among the ICPC, INEC, law enforcement agencies, and the judiciary.
He emphasised that consolidating the gains already made requires sustained partnership, strategic engagement, and an unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and good governance.
The visit concluded with the presentation of Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) materials and a group photograph to commemorate the occasion.
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