The African Democratic Congress ADC in Ward 4, of Yagba East Local Government has reaffirmed the membership of the member representing Yagba Federal constituency, Hon. Leke Abejide.

Aside that, the ward member also eulogized the Reps member for his stewardship towards the party at the grassroots level, especially from his home ward.

The development is coming on the heel of a purported suspension of the Rep member by a faction of the party at the state level on Monday.

The position of his ward was made known in a communique issued at the end of an extraordinary meeting of the ADC Ward 04 on Tuesday, August 05, 2025.

The communique which was made available to newsmen in Lokoja shortly after the meeting was signed by the Ward Chairman and Secretary, Moshood Fadumila and Sola Bashir Sunday

“The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ward 04 Yagba East Local Government area of Kogi State hereby reaffirmed the membership of Hon. Elder Leke Abejide, Member of the House of Representatives, representing Yagba Federal constituency.

‎”Since his induction into the party, Hon. Leke Abejide has demonstrated unwavering loyalty, dedication, and commitment to the ideals and objectives of our great party. His relentless efforts at the ward level have significantly contributed to strengthening the party’s grassroots structure and expanding our outreach.

‎”We particularly commend Hon. Leke Abejide for his exemplary service in mobilizing party supporters, fostering unity among diverse groups, and championing the interests of his constituents with integrity and passion. His contributions have not only enhanced the party’s influence within the ward but have also set a high standard for effective leadership and representation.

‎”The party leadership appreciates his continuous support and invaluable role in advancing our collective goals. We reaffirm our confidence in his ability to drive positive change and uphold the party’s principles both in the House of Representatives and at the grassroots.

‎”Under his leadership, the Ward has consistently returned the highest votes in any election; and no reasonable party will joke with such leader.

‎”Beyond his grassroots engagements, Hon. Leke Abejide has also demonstrated exceptional legislative skills, championing policies that reflect the core values and vision of the African Democratic Congress. His commitment to inclusive governance and social justice continues to inspire both his colleagues and constituents alike.

‎”We urge all party members and supporters to continue standing firmly behind Hon. Leke Abejide as he pursues the mission of service and progress for our community and nation.”

In what is seen as a strategic move by the APC to consolidate its hold on power at both the federal and state levels, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has elected a former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Resident Electoral Commissioner for Benue State, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, as its new National Chairman.

The election was held during a meeting of the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) in Abuja, following his nomination by Governor Hope Uzodimma nominated Yilwatda, which was seconded by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen.

The motion was then put to a voice vote and passed by NEC members present at the meeting in Abuja on Thursday.

The 56-year-old politician who served as INEC Resident commissioner for Benue State, and current Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction takes over from Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, who resigned from the position in June.

His emergence came at a time when the APC aims to consolidate its hold on power at the federal level and in some states whose governors recently defected to the ruling party.

The seasoned academic, digital systems expert, and former APC governorship candidate in Plateau State was a lecturer and ICT Director at the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi.

In his acceptance speech, the new APC National Chairman vowed to reposition the party for greater internal unity, digital transformation, and stronger grassroots engagement.

“It is a privilege to serve this party that has shaped Nigeria’s democratic journey. I am committed to ensuring that our platform remains inclusive, forward-looking, and representative of every Nigerian voice.”

Born on 8 August 1968, Yilwatda was appointed as Resident Electoral Commissioner for Benue State by INEC in 2017, where he introduced more accessible and transparent voting systems, particularly for internally displaced persons and persons with disabilities.

His political profile rose in 2022 when he won the APC ticket for the Plateau State governorship race. Despite a narrow defeat in the 2023 general election to PDP’s Caleb Mutfwang, he maintained a strong presence in state and national politics.

With his new role, Prof. Yilwatda is expected to resign from his ministerial post in line with party and constitutional provisions. A formal handover at the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs is expected within days.

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) on Thursday suffered another major setback on Thursday as two sitting and ranking Senators from Osun State, Olubiyi Oluwole Fadeyi (Osun Central) and Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi (Osun East), announced their resignation from the party, citing intractable internal divisions and prolonged legal battles.

In separate letters to their ward chairmen, the lawmakers blamed their exit on the party’s enduring post-2023 election crisis, marked by factionalism and leadership paralysis at the national level. Both said the disarray has rendered their continued membership untenable.

Senator Fadeyi, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment, lamented that the party had become mired in “irreconcilable” disputes, weakened further by a barrage of court cases and counter-litigations over the past three years. He said his decision followed “wide consultations with political associates, family, and friends.”

In his own letter of resignation, Senator Fadahunsi, who chairs the Senate Committee on Industry, also expressed deep frustration with the PDP’s prolonged turbulence.

“It is my wish that you accept my resignation in good faith,” attributing his move to the party’s persistent post-election instability.

The double resignations signal rising discontent within the PDP’s legislative ranks and pose new challenges to its already fragile national cohesion.

Observers view the development as a serious indictment of the party’s leadership and a warning of possible further defections unless urgent reconciliation efforts are made.

With the 2027 elections on the horizon, the exits of Senators Fadeyi and Fadahunsi may reshape the political dynamics in Osun State and beyond, prompting realignments and strategic recalibrations in the coming months.