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Jandor, Not Sanwo-Olu, Won The 2023 Lagos Governorship Election Says Galadima
Jandor, Not Sanwo-Olu, Won The 2023 Lagos Governorship Election Says Galadima
Jandor, not Sanwo-Olu, won the 2023 Lagos governorship Election says Galadima. A chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Alhaji Buba Galadima, has claimed that Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, was the actual winner of the 2023 Lagos governorship election, but the victory was taken from him.
Speaking on The Morning Show on Arise Television on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Galadima insisted that despite official results declaring Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu the winner, Jandor had the people’s support.
Jandor, who recently left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and rejoined the All Progressives Congress (APC), finished third in the election with 62,449 votes. He trailed Sanwo-Olu, who secured 762,134 votes, and Labour Party candidate Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, who garnered 312,329 votes.
Galadima argued that Jandor’s defection to the APC was part of the ruling party’s strategy to weaken opposition forces, making it difficult to mount a strong challenge in the 2027 elections.
“You have seen what Jandor has done. Look at the massive support he received from Lagosians. I believe he won the election, but it was taken away from him.
Abdul-Azeez Jandor
“But today, he has backtracked and returned to the APC. How do we sustain opposition politics? We need to stand firm on principles, even if we are alone, rather than making decisions based on personal gains,” he said.
Meanwhile, Jandor defended his decision to return to the APC, stating that the party’s structure and ability to win elections made it a more viable platform.
He also cited internal conflicts and indiscipline within the PDP as reasons for his defection.
Video Credit: Arise News
State Of Emergency In Rivers Sparks Tension As Lawyers, Opposition React
State of emergency in Rivers sparks tension as lawyers, opposition react. The declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu has heightened tensions, with opposition figures and legal experts weighing in on the controversial move.
In a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, Tinubu suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and all House of Assembly members for six months, appointing Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (rtd) as the state’s administrator.
The decision follows prolonged political unrest, stemming from the fallout between Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike.
The crisis escalated on Monday when the Rivers Assembly, dominated by Wike’s loyalists, served an impeachment notice to Fubara. Hours later, suspected militants blew up a major oil pipeline, further deepening concerns over security.
Opposition leaders have condemned Tinubu’s move, with Labour Party spokesperson Obiora Ifoh calling it “a threat to democracy,” while PDP chieftain Dr. Adejor Anthony accused Tinubu of siding with Wike. The Obidient Movement’s Yunusa Tanko warned that the decision could spark further unrest.
State Of Emergency In Rivers
However, lawyer Mathew Abakpa defended Tinubu’s action, citing constitutional provisions for emergency rule amid threats to law and order.
Meanwhile, security forces have taken control of the Rivers Government House, and reports suggest protests are brewing in parts of the state in support of Fubara.
EFCC Arraigns Chinese For Alleged Cyber Internet Fraud, Terrorism
EFCC arraigns Chinese for alleged cyber internet fraud, terrorism. The Lagos Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arraigned one Shi Yang Xiong, a Chinese and a company, Genting International Co. Ltd., before Justice D.I.Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos.
Xiong is a member of the syndicate of 792 alleged cryptocurrency investment and romance fraud suspects arrested on December 19, 2024 in Lagos during a surprise operation tagged “Eagle Flush Operation” by operatives of the EFCC.
The suspect was arraigned on a one-count charge bordering on alleged cybercrimes and cyber-terrorism, contrary to Section 18 of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, Etc.) Act, 2015 (as Amended, 2024) and Section 2(3) of the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.
The charge reads: “That you, Shi Yang Xiong and Genting International Company Limited, sometime in December 2024 at Lagos, Nigeria, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, willfully caused to be accessed, computer systems used for the purpose of destabilizing and destroying the economy and social structure of Nigeria and you thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 18 of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, Etc.) Act, 2015 (as Amended, 2024) and Section 2(3) of the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.”
EFCC Arraigns Chinese
He pleaded “not guilty” to the offence when it was read to him.
In view of his plea, prosecution M.K. Bashir, prayed the court for a trial date and the defendant’s remand in the correctional centre.
Justice Dipeolu has commenced trial in the matter.
Suspended Fubara Reacts To Tinubu’s Emergency Rule In Rivers
Suspended Fubara reacts to Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers. Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has responded to the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State.
In a press statement on Tuesday, Fubara expressed his commitment to upholding constitutional order and ensuring the security and progress of the state despite ongoing political tensions.
He noted that his administration had acted in good faith by implementing the terms of the peace agreement brokered by President Bola Tinubu, including reinstating commissioners who had previously resigned.
Additionally, his government swiftly complied with the Supreme Court’s judgment to restore normalcy.
However, Fubara accused the Rivers State House of Assembly of obstructing efforts to achieve genuine peace and development. He maintained that, despite political disagreements, his administration continued to ensure good governance, prompt salary payments, and infrastructural progress, emphasizing that Rivers State remained safe and stable.
Suspended Fubara Reacts
He urged residents to remain peaceful and law-abiding, assuring them that his team would engage relevant institutions to uphold democracy and safeguard the state’s interests.
Fubara concluded by reaffirming his faith in the democratic process and the resilience of the Rivers people.
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