Abuja, Dec. 16, 2025 (Naija247news) – Prince Paul Ikonne, a senior chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), on Tuesday rejected Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe’s recent challenge to the legitimacy of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s victory in the 2023 presidential election, describing it as a product of political mischief and desperation ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on TVC’s morning programme, This Morning, Ikonne, who previously served as Executive Secretary of the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA), argued that Abaribe’s claims reflect the growing panic among opposition parties, particularly in the Southeast.

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has called on President Bola Tinubu to hold military authorities accountable for the withdrawal of troops from a school in Kebbi State shortly before students were abducted by bandits. Speaking during a parliamentary session, Abaribe referenced a public statement by the Governor of Kebbi, who alleged that security personnel were ordered to leave the school, creating a security vacuum that enabled the attackers to strike.

Enyinnaya Abaribe, the senator representing Abia South, has said the life sentence given to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), did not come as a surprise. He made this known on Thursday after the Federal High Court in Abuja convicted Kanu of terrorism and sentenced him to life imprisonment. A Preconceived Plot’ In a statement signed by his media adviser, Uchenna Awom, the former Senate Minority Leader said the judgement appeared to be a planned move against Kanu.

A socio-cultural group, the Nzuko Ozo Ndi Igbo Nigeria (NONIN), on Friday, announced Sen Osita Ngwu, the Deputy Minority Whip representing Enugu West senatorial district; Sen Enyinnaya Abaribe of Abia South, and Sen Ned Nwoko of Delta North senatorial districts as the Best Igbo Senators of the Year 2025. Our correspondent reports that NONIN is led by Professor Ike Oluka, and composed of representatives of Õzõ title-holders across Igbo land.

Senator representing Abia South in the National Assembly, Enyinnaya Abaribe, has asserted that the problem with Nigeria’s electoral system is not the technology but rather the interpretation of laws by the courts. Naija News reports that Abaribe made this known on Monday at the review of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) innovation in electoral technology (2015–2025) organised by the Anthena Centre in Abuja.

The State Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA in Abia, Sunday Onukwubiri, has confirmed that his party placed an indefinite suspension on Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South, alleging that he claimed to be an ADC leader. The news of Abaribe’s suspension was broken by Peter Nduka, State Secretary of APGA in Abia, after the State Executive Council meeting.

The Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has suspended Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South Senatorial District, indefinitely over alleged anti-party activities and links with the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The suspension, which took effect on Friday, September 26, 2025, follows a resolution reached by the State Executive Committee (SEC) of the party during a meeting in Umuahia.

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) Abia State Chapter has announced the indefinite suspension of Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South Senatorial Zone over alleged anti-party activities. The suspension, which took effect on Friday, September 26, 2025, was conveyed through a resolution of the State Executive Committee (SEC) of APGA in Abia. The party accused Abaribe of gross misconduct, disobedience to party directives, and actions that have allegedly brought APGA into disrepute.

The All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, Abia State chapter, has given Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South, 24 hours to clear air over his alleged fraternity with the coalition African Democratic Congress, ADC, or face sanctions. APGA in a statement after its caucus meeting in Umuahia on Tuesday night, told the former Senate Minority Leader that nobody would belong to two political parties at the same time, and demanded him to declare his stand.

The Senator representing Abia South in the National Assembly, Enyinnaya Abaribe, has berated members of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) over the accusation of alliance with the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Naija News reports that the Abia State chapter of APGA, in a statement signed by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Chukwuemeka Nwokoro, after its caucus meeting in Umuahia on Tuesday night, issued a 24-hour ultimatum to Abaribe to clear the air over his alleged fraternity with the ADC or face sanctions.

The Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South, to clear the air on his alleged romance with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) or face sanctions. The party, in a statement released after its caucus meeting in Umuahia on Tuesday night, reminded the former Senate Minority Leader that no individual can belong to two political parties at the same time, and demanded he publicly declare his political stance.

The chairman of the Electoral Committee of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Lagos chapter, Sir Victor Enyinnaya, KSP, has assured sports journalists in the state that his committee will be fair to all in the conduct of the election that will usher in new Executive Committee in the chapter. The SWANECO, as the electoral committee is usually called, release a timeline for the election early on Saturday in a statement signed by both the chairman, Sir Victor Enyinnaya, KSP and the Secretary, Jerry Apeleokhai, where it is revealed that an electoral process has begun on Friday, 5 September and will end on 9 October 2025.

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe condemned Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo for allegedly restricting Peter Obi's movement, calling it unconstitutional and a threat to Nigeria’s democracy. He said no governor had the authority to bar any citizen from entering a state. Abaribe warned that such actions signal lawlessness and set dangerous precedents. He urged the authorities to intervene, insisting that democracy guarantees freedom of movement and divergent political views across all states in Nigeria.

The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Power, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South, yesterday, expressed concern over the country’s deeply troubled electricity sector, saying that the federal government’s unpaid subsidy obligations to distribution companies have ballooned to over N4 trillion. He warned that the situation is unsustainable and poses a major threat to national development. Abaribe who made this known in an interview, explained that the sector is trapped in poor collections, infrastructure decay, and broken trust among stakeholders, from power generators to distributors and the federal government.

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Saturday, commended Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, for his developmental strides in the state and for celebrating the Senator representing Abia South Senatorial Zone, Enyinnaya Abaribe. He also hinted at offering Otti a grand celebration if he joins the All Progressives Congress. Akpabio made these remarks at the 70th birthday ceremony organised by the Abia State Government in honour of Abaribe, a former Deputy Governor of Abia State.

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has congratulated Senator Enyinnaya Harcourt Abaribe on his 70th birthday, commending his dedication to public service. Kalu also commended Senator Abaribe’s tireless commitment to the people of Abia South Senatorial District he represents at the Senate, acknowledging his remarkable legacy as a voice for equity and justice in Nigeria, particularly in the…

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South, has stated that the National Assembly was not approached for approval before the purchase of a new presidential jet for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In August, the Presidency unveiled a refurbished Airbus A330, sparking widespread criticism. Many Nigerians accused the President of prioritizing luxury amid the country’s economic hardship. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga clarified that the jet was not newly purchased but a refurbished aircraft.

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South Senatorial District, has expressed concerns over the heavy policing in the Southeast, describing the region as the "most policed area in the world." He emphasized that despite the Igbos being known for their fairness, liberalism, and accommodation, they feel oppressed due to the intense security presence in the region. Abaribe's statement sheds light on the growing frustration among Igbos regarding what they perceive as disproportionate security measures in their communities.