As a concerned bystander and advocate for responsible leadership, I must say without mincing words: Senator Ali Ndume has brought the exalted office of a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to utter disrepute.
For a man who has been in the National Assembly for nearly as long as Nigeria’s return to democracy, one would expect that his legacy, achievements, and scorecard would be enviable—enough to command respect and admiration without resorting to petty theatrics. But alas, rather than let his work speak for him, he has chosen to chase relevance through reckless controversy and divisive rhetoric. It’s no wonder Nigerians now call him “Mr. Controversy” because, sadly, that is all that remains of the name Ndume.
To insult presidential spokespersons with such vile language is a new low, even by the most cynical standards. Calling Daniel Bwala a “maga dog” and referring to Bayo Onanuga as a “domestic servant” is not only juvenile it is unbecoming of a man entrusted with representing millions of Nigerians. The Senate is meant to be a chamber of wisdom, civility, and statesmanship, not a theater for personal vendettas and character assassination.
Senator Ndume’s actions are not only disgraceful; they are dangerous. If he believes he can remain in the APC while consistently undermining its government and positioning himself for a defection to the SDP and their coalition of self-seeking politicians, he is gravely mistaken. He has been unmasked, and the party must respond appropriately. His game is clear—sow internal discord, weaponize misdirection, and position himself as a political martyr. But the APC is not a playground for such sabotage.
Let it be known: no one is above party discipline. No individual is greater than the collective. And certainly, no Senator, no matter how long he’s been in office, has the right to denigrate others in a bid for cheap headlines.
The APC must act and act decisively.
Jayjam
