Nigeria Digest: July 21, 2025

Former Bauchi State Secretary to the Government, Kashim, resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in a letter dated July 21, 2025, after stepping down as the party's governorship candidate in May 2022 to allow the incumbent Governor Bala Mohammed seek reelection.

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Katsina State refuted claims that any of its local government chairmen defected to the ADC, attributing the rumor to former Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Mustapha Inuwa.

Governor Monday Okpebholo's statement warning Peter Obi not to visit Edo state without security clearance raises concerns about the erosion of democratic values and the Governor’s potential overreach in restricting citizen movement.

Former ADC presidential candidate Dumebi Kachikwu alleges that Peter Obi is seeking to leave the ADC coalition because it's being manipulated by Atiku Abubakar to advance his presidential ambitions.

The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) expressed concern that the Supreme Court's ruling granting financial autonomy to local governments is being disregarded, a year after the ruling was delivered.

A year after the Supreme Court mandate for local government financial autonomy, states continue to delay its implementation, angering NULGE, who view it as a deliberate effort to undermine grassroots development.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) said that Peter Obi and Nasir El-Rufai are allowed to resolve electoral issues in their parties before formally joining the ADC, hinting at their potential future affiliation.

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan highlighted the need for political parties to define clear ideologies and strengthen their internal structures for genuine political participation.

A law firm issued a 7-day ultimatum to Edo state Governor Okpebholo to retract his statement threatening Peter Obi's freedom of movement, citing constitutional violations and the right to free movement.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) criticized President Bola Tinubu for failing to deliver promised 24/7 electricity to Nigerians, recalling his campaign commitment to modernize and decentralize the power sector.

Peter Obi, Labor Party's 2023 presidential candidate, disclosed his refusal of a N120 million house gift and a planned N20 million birthday celebration, highlighting his commitment to simplicity and public service.

Peter Obi thanked Nigerians for well-wishes on his 64th birthday, acknowledging the nation's current challenges and the importance of collective progress.

The Sokoto Advancement Forum has established working groups focusing on various sectors to tackle security issues and address other challenges facing Sokoto State.

Kemi Badenoch's remarks on Nigeria were criticized for tokenism, as she used her Nigerian heritage to critique the country from her UK position.