ABUJA – The rift between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) escalated on Tuesday as Chief Oliver Okpala, a senior aide to former APC National Chairman Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, launched a sharp verbal on NNPP chieftain Buba Galadima.
In a statement, Okpala described Galadima as a “television politician” lacking a local political base, and urged him to stop his “media antics” and focus on the development of his home state.
The feud follows Galadima’s recent claims that Ganduje disrespected former President Muhammadu Buhari, which he alleged led to Ganduje’s “disgrace” and his inability to install a successor in Kano State during the 2023 elections.
Okpala vehemently denied these allegations, calling them “mischievous fabrication” and defending Ganduje’s record. “Dr. Ganduje is a nationalist known for his high level of political decorum and discipline. It is laughable that such accusations are coming from someone who has never contested or won an election in his life,” he said.
He highlighted Ganduje’s accomplishments, noting that the former governor served two full terms in Kano State, leaving behind a “sprawling legacy” of infrastructure and social development. Okpala also dismissed claims that Ganduje used security forces to hinder the NNPP in 2023, describing the former governor as “a democrat with towering records of excellence.”
On Galadima’s use of Buhari’s name, Okpala said the NNPP leader is attempting to “curry favour” and pointed out that Buhari had reportedly “dumped Galadima like trash” in the past. He further criticized Galadima’s political style, calling him a “sadistic personality” who approaches national issues negatively.
Okpala argued that Galadima’s failure to transition into a respected elder statesman is “a major bane” for Nigerian politics. “Buba Galadima has always been a harbinger of wrong political narratives. He has refused to mature. His trade is in blackmail, but he should be reminded that the people of Kano cherish Ganduje as a political leading light,” he added.
He concluded by urging elder politicians to embrace political rectitude to leave a clean political space for younger generations.
I dont buy it! NNPPs Galadima needs to come with solid proof before making accusations. Dont just throw around allegations.
I dont buy the APC aides defense. Galadimas allegations against Ganduje seem serious. Need more transparency!
I think its important to consider both sides before jumping to conclusions. Lets wait for more information to come out.
I think both sides need to provide solid evidence to back up their claims before jumping to conclusions. Lets see some proof!
I find it hard to believe the APC aides response. Galadimas allegations seem too serious to just dismiss. What do you all think?
I wonder if theres any truth to these allegations or if its just political mudslinging. What do you all think?
Wow, the drama between APC and NNPP is heating up! Who do you think is in the right here? Lets discuss!
Im not convinced by the APC aides response. Galadimas allegations should be taken seriously and thoroughly investigated. #TransparencyIsKey
I dont buy the APC aides defense. Galadimas allegations against Ganduje seem too serious to brush off. What do you think?