Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said that betrayal is a common feature of Nigerian politics, recalling his experience during the 2015 general elections.

Jonathan spoke on Thursday at the 70th birthday celebration of Mike Oghiadomhe, former Edo deputy governor, in Benin, the state capital.

“Politics in the Nigerian standard is about betrayals. I witnessed a lot of betrayal during the 2015 election,” Jonathan said.

He noted that many politicians lack consistency, adding that few can be trusted.

“You will find it difficult to see somebody who will say the same thing in the morning and say the same thing in the afternoon and in the evening,” he said.

“They will tell you something this minute, and in the next hour, they will say another. But, I am quite pleased to associate with Oghiadomhe.”

The former president praised Oghiadomhe as a dependable ally, describing him as someone who would “take a bullet” on his behalf.

“For me, he is somebody you can take his words to the bank. Most politicians, you cannot take their words to the bank,” Jonathan added.

Oghiadomhe, who served as Edo deputy governor between 1999 and 2007, was Jonathan’s chief of staff from 2010 to 2014.

The Kaduna State Police Command has invited former Governor Nasir El-Rufai and six leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for questioning over allegations of criminal conspiracy, incitement, and disturbance of public peace.

In a letter signed by the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Uzainu Abdullahi, the police directed that El-Rufai and the party leaders report to the State CID in Kaduna on September 8, 2025.

Those listed for questioning alongside the former governor include Bashir Sa’idu, Jafaru Sani, Ubaidullah Mohammed (popularly known as 30), Nasiru Maikano, Aminu Abita, and Ahmed Rufa’i Hussaini (alias Mikiya).

The invitation, titled “Investigation Activities: Case of Criminal Conspiracy, Inciting Disturbance of Public Peace, Mischief and Causing Grievous Hurt,” followed a petition received by the police alleging misconduct by the named individuals.

Police authorities said the move was part of ongoing efforts to maintain peace and order in Kaduna State, though they did not provide further details on the allegations.

Adebayo Shittu, current Minister of Communications, has positioned himself as the most experienced candidate in the All Progressives Congress (APC) contest for the Oyo State governorship.

In a statement to journalists in Ibadan, Shittu cited his extensive political track record—spanning roles as a member of the Oyo State House of Assembly in 1979, a two-time State Commissioner, and two previous governorship bids—as qualifications that set him apart from other aspirants. “I was a member of the State House of Assembly in 1979 and two-time Commissioner in the State. I have also contested the governorship seat in the state twice before I became a minister. These are experiences you cannot buy,” he insisted .

Shittu emphasized the importance of experience in governance and governance readiness, underscoring the complexity of Oyo State’s political landscape. He added, “Oyo is advanced and sophisticated to be handled by inexperienced administrators” .

Drawing on his historical ties to Nigeria’s political heritage, Shittu noted that he gleaned invaluable insights from Chief Obafemi Awolowo, a foundational figure of Nigeria’s politics. He argued that this lineage of political mentorship enhances his capacity to govern effectively.