Professor Pat Utomi, a political economist, accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and its supporters of cyber attacks after he raised concerns about poor conditions for Nigerian soldiers. Utomi claimed the attacks began after he highlighted the low pay and dangerous working conditions of soldiers, who he said risk their lives to protect the country.
The APC has faced internal shifts as five lawmakers from the Labour Party (LP) defected to the ruling party. These include Tochukwu Okere from Imo and Donatus Mathew from Kaduna. The Speaker of the House, Tajudeen Abbas, announced the defections following letters from the lawmakers. The move comes amid heightened political activity ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
President Bola Tinubu launched his re-election campaign in Kaduna, emphasizing economic reforms and security. His campaign, supported by APC governors and lawmakers, aims to secure a second term. Tinubu faces challenges from former vice-president Atiku Abubakar and former governor Peter Obi.
The political landscape remains volatile, with internal party dynamics and public sentiment shaping the upcoming election. As Tinubu seeks to consolidate support, the defections and online tensions reflect the growing complexity of Nigerian politics.
