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Mustapha Abdul-Hamid concedes defeat in NPP vice chairmanship race

Former Cheif Executive Officer of National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, has conceded defeat in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2026 National Executive Election. Mr Abdul-Hamid, who contested for one of the party’s three Vice National Chairman positions, said his ambition did not materialise but stressed that the interest of the party supersedes his personal […]

Mustapha Abdul-Hamid concedes defeat in NPP vice chairmanship race

Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, former CEO of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), has acknowledged losing the NPP's 2026 National Executive Election race for one of three Vice National Chairman positions. In a Sunday, October 4 statement, he expressed gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the contest. Reflecting on his election history, Abdul-Hamid noted that both victory and defeat are part of life.

He extended congratulations to the three successful candidates and pledged his support for them and the party's objectives. Abdul-Hamid emphasized unity within the NPP and urged the party to re-strategize, rebuild, and reorganize ahead of the 2028 general elections. He stated, "Together we shall re-strategize, rebuild and re-organize for 2028.

The battle to recover our nation begins from within." The statement concluded with the party's traditional rallying cry, "Victoria Ascerta!" and a cryptic remark about the scorpion's potential fire.

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Military aircraft crashes near Naval Base in Ondo, 32 on board

A military aircraft with tail number NGR 931 has crashed near the Naval Base in Igbokoda, Ondo State, after disappearing from radar while travelling from Benin to Lagos.

  • Military aircraft NGR 931 crashes near Naval Base in Ondo.
  • 32 people on board, including 25 passengers and seven crew members.
  • Search and rescue operations underway for potential survivors.

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