• Advert Rates
  • Careers
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Digital Store
Saturday, September 12, 2026
The Trumpet Newspaper Nigeria
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
    • Breaking News
    • Headlines
    • Metro
    • Health
    • Nigeria News Today
  • Politics
    • Tinubu — Latest News
    • Atiku — Latest News
    • Obi — Latest News
  • Business
    • Ecommerce
    • Economy
    • Start-up
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
    • Premier League
    • Nigerian Football
    • Major Clubs
  • Opinion
    • Religion
    • Columnists
    • Contributors
    • Editorial
  • Global
    • Climate
    • Culture
    • Tourism
    • Technology
    • Weather
    • Social Media
  • Live Trackers
    • NPower Payment News
    • YEIDEP Disbursement
    • TVET Stipend Updates
    • Dangote Refinery News
    • e-Edition
    • Dollar to Naira
    • JAMB
    • WAEC/NECO
  • Niger Delta
    • Rivers State
    • Delta State
    • Edo State
    • Bayelsa State
  • Home
  • News
    • Breaking News
    • Headlines
    • Metro
    • Health
    • Nigeria News Today
  • Politics
    • Tinubu — Latest News
    • Atiku — Latest News
    • Obi — Latest News
  • Business
    • Ecommerce
    • Economy
    • Start-up
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
    • Premier League
    • Nigerian Football
    • Major Clubs
  • Opinion
    • Religion
    • Columnists
    • Contributors
    • Editorial
  • Global
    • Climate
    • Culture
    • Tourism
    • Technology
    • Weather
    • Social Media
  • Live Trackers
    • NPower Payment News
    • YEIDEP Disbursement
    • TVET Stipend Updates
    • Dangote Refinery News
    • e-Edition
    • Dollar to Naira
    • JAMB
    • WAEC/NECO
  • Niger Delta
    • Rivers State
    • Delta State
    • Edo State
    • Bayelsa State
No Result
View All Result
The Trumpet Newspaper Nigeria
No Result
View All Result
ADVERTISEMENT
Home Politics

Former Adamawa Gov sets to dump APC

Stephen Jombo by Stephen Jombo
January 26, 2025
in Politics
Reading Time: 2 mins read
0
Former Adamawa Gov sets to dump APC
0
SHARES
1
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on WhatsAppShare on Pinterest
All is now set for the former governor of Adamawa state, Senator Muhammad Jibrilla Bindow, to defect from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The move, as observed by The Trumpet, is coming barely two days after his meeting with the Presidential candidate of the PDP, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and the incumbent governor of the state, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri

His plans to defect was also noticed when his teeming supporters recently came out en mass to set ablaze thousands of brooms which is the symbol of the APC in the streets of Yola.

ADVERTISEMENT

Reasons why he has decided to reunite with PDP, as gather by The Trumpet, was not unconnected by the alleged mistrust in the APC.

A party source who bared his mind to The Trumpet, said Bindow who governed the state between 2015-2019 on the platform of APC, has made up his mind to “dump the APC due to high handedness, mistrust in the party” adding that “he has now thrown his weight behind incumbent state governor and Atiku Abubakar.

Bindow it would be recalled recently described the PDP presidential candidate as a father figure in his life.

Also describing the state governor as a “younger brother who has excelled in the area of governance” he was noticed to have showered encomiums on him for completing all the projects he (Bindow) started but was unable to complete them before leaving office.

Read Also: Over 500 indigents, elderly persons benefit from telemedicine services in Edo

On the rumours making the rounds on his alleged plans to throw his weight behind Atiku and Fintiri, he admitted that PDP is his home.

According to him “PDP is home to me, I will do everything within my power to make sure that Adamawa remains a PDP state” adding that Fintiri is the only candidate that can consolidate on the gains and make Adamawa work again.

He said, “I trust and believe in his capacity and capabilities to provide more dividends of democracy to us all in Adamawa State as he has done in the last 3 years”.

He went ahead to call on his teeming supporters to align their weights in support of PDP, stating that “I am calling on all my supporters to support and vote PDP from top to bottom”

This move, according to him will “liberate the country from underdevelopment” and as well heralded the much desired dividends of democracy to the door posts of the people.

APC in Adamawa in recent times have suffered setbacks, as several members of the party, have continued to cross over to the PDP and Labour Party.

Click on The Trumpet and follow us on our Twitter page for more:

Previous Post

Police foil gunmen attack, kill one in Ebonyi

Next Post

Super Falcons coach’s fate hangs in the balance

Stephen Jombo

Stephen Jombo

Next Post
Super Falcons coach

Super Falcons coach’s fate hangs in the balance

About The Trumpet

The Trumpet is a Nigerian based national news media, owned, trademarked and operated by Elomaz Communications Limited with headquarters in FCT-Abuja and regional offices in Lagos and Delta States

Follow Us

Resources

  • Home
  • News
    • Breaking News
    • Headlines
    • Metro
    • Health
    • Nigeria News Today
  • Politics
    • Tinubu — Latest News
    • Atiku — Latest News
    • Obi — Latest News
  • Business
    • Ecommerce
    • Economy
    • Start-up
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
    • Premier League
    • Nigerian Football
    • Major Clubs
  • Opinion
    • Religion
    • Columnists
    • Contributors
    • Editorial
  • Global
    • Climate
    • Culture
    • Tourism
    • Technology
    • Weather
    • Social Media
  • Live Trackers
    • NPower Payment News
    • YEIDEP Disbursement
    • TVET Stipend Updates
    • Dangote Refinery News
    • e-Edition
    • Dollar to Naira
    • JAMB
    • WAEC/NECO
  • Niger Delta
    • Rivers State
    • Delta State
    • Edo State
    • Bayelsa State

Recent News

Former Super Eagles striker Obafemi Martins is facing a huge backlash after announcing a youth football tournament in honour of President Bola Tinubu, with critics accusing him of bringing politics into youth football ahead of the 2027 elections. Martins said he is funding the Renewed Hope youth tournament, scheduled to hold in Lagos in November, as part of his efforts to support Nigerian youths while recognising Tinubu’s administration. The tournament is expected to feature teams from Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones and other areas, with organisers saying the initiative is aimed at promoting youth development and creating opportunities through football. Speaking during an interview with TVC News, Martins said he is pleased to organise the tournament in honour of Tinubu. “I'm happy to host the Renewed Hope youth tournament to honour President Tinubu for his hard work and dedication. This initiative is not just for the president; it is for Nigeria and the Nigerian youth, aiming to see how we can better support them," he said. The former Inter Milan forward also praised Tinubu for rewarding members of the D’Tigress basketball team, saying the football tournament represented his own contribution towards supporting Nigerian youths. However, the choice of the “Renewed Hope” name and the decision to honour Tinubu have triggered a backlash on social media, with critics questioning whether the football initiative could become politically associated as the 2027 election season approaches. Reacting to the announcement, @EmmaTaye argued that youth football should be focused on discovering and developing talent rather than promoting political interests. “As for me I don’t really support this. Youth football should be about discovering talents, giving young Nigerians opportunities and building the next generation of footballers not turning the platform into a campaign vehicle.” The user also urged Martins to support young people without attaching the initiative to politics, adding: “If you genuinely want to empower the youths, support them without attaching it to a political campaign. Let football remain football, and let politics remain politics.” Another critic, @tgerealchuno, argued that poor Nigerians could be mobilised around political figures without receiving lasting benefits. "Exactly how the rich is getting richer and the poor will continue to cry. The poor with no sense, hungry, and thirsty will go to Obafemi Martines Football tournament in support of Tinubu and After they are done using you soaking garri and agege bread no still help your future,” he posted. However, @Birtgprince1 offered a contrasting view, saying Martins and other celebrities should be allowed to take advantage of opportunities created by the political season. "In my opinion, people like this should be left alone to do what they want, many people have seen tinubu as an opportunity to cash out. Most of them have been forgotten for a while now and if APC found them relevant because of campaign then let them cash out. It’s the time,” the user submitted. Meanwhile, @securechelsea questioned Martins’ current influence among Nigerians, arguing that economic hardship had changed the way celebrities are perceived. "Obafemi Martin's has zero influence, infact most Nigeria celebrities are pained because they can't influence people decisions like before, the country is very hard Nigerians have already made up their minds.” Also reacting, @don_N5 linked the development to the approaching election season and accused celebrities of supporting politicians for financial reasons. “Surprise surprise, it's election time and celebs are coming out to tell Nigerians to support their oppressors. These celebs don't tell us they've been paid hugely with our own Commonwealth.” The reactions have turned Obafemi Martins’ Tinubu youth tournament into a wider debate over the relationship between football, celebrity influence and politics in Nigeria. While Martins has presented the initiative as a youth-development programme, critics remain concerned that the use of the Renewed Hope branding and the decision to honour Tinubu could give the tournament a political dimension ahead of the 2027 elections.

Obafemi Martins Facing Backlash Over Tinubu Youth Football Tournament

September 12, 2026
Niger Reshuffles Military Leadership After Failed Mutiny

Niger Reshuffles Military Leadership After Failed Mutiny

September 12, 2026
  • Cookie Policy
  • Disclaimer
  • Contact us
  • About Us
  • Cookie Policy
  • Disclaimer
  • Contact us
  • About Us

© 2025 The Trumpet News Papers - Developed by VIS Nigeria.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
    • Breaking News
    • Headlines
    • Metro
    • Health
    • Nigeria News Today
  • Politics
    • Tinubu — Latest News
    • Atiku — Latest News
    • Obi — Latest News
  • Business
    • Ecommerce
    • Economy
    • Start-up
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
    • Premier League
    • Nigerian Football
    • Major Clubs
  • Opinion
    • Religion
    • Columnists
    • Contributors
    • Editorial
  • Global
    • Climate
    • Culture
    • Tourism
    • Technology
    • Weather
    • Social Media
  • Live Trackers
    • NPower Payment News
    • YEIDEP Disbursement
    • TVET Stipend Updates
    • Dangote Refinery News
    • e-Edition
    • Dollar to Naira
    • JAMB
    • WAEC/NECO
  • Niger Delta
    • Rivers State
    • Delta State
    • Edo State
    • Bayelsa State

© 2025 The Trumpet News Papers - Developed by VIS Nigeria.

We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
Cookie SettingsAccept All
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
CookieDurationDescription
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytics
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Others
Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
SAVE & ACCEPT