Politics

Former Lagos State governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has criticised President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC), warning against what he described as attempts to undermine the will of Lagos residents. In a statement shared on Tuesday via his official 𝕏 account, Rhodes-Vivour described it as “insulting” to suggest that decisions about who governs Lagos—or when such leaders should be removed—depend on the preferences of a single individual or a select group. He stressed that the authority to choose leaders rests solely with the people of Lagos. “The APC, and particularly the President, are mistaken if they think Lagosians have lost their voice,” he said. “Reducing the choice of governor or the timing of removal to the whims or ...

The lawmaker representing Ikeja Federal Constituency, James Faleke, has picked up the All Progressives Congress Expression of Interest and Nomination forms on behalf of President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The APC National Organising Secretary, Suleiman Argungu, on Tuesday in Abuja, declared the process open and presented the Expression of Interest and Nomination forms to Faleke, who also serves as the founder of the Tinubu Support Groups. Faleke’s collection and payment for the forms, valued at N100 million on behalf of the President, formally signal the commencement of Tinubu’s bid for re-election. The Independent National Electoral Commission has scheduled the Presidential and National Assembly elections for Saturday, January 16, 2027, while governorsh...

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has revealed that his recent visit to former President Goodluck Jonathan was part of ongoing consultations ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi, alongside some Southeast leaders, met with Jonathan at his residence on Monday. Speaking after the meeting, the former Anambra State governor explained that the visit was aimed at discussing Nigeria’s future and seeking guidance on the path toward the next electoral cycle. He noted that their conversation centered on strategies to reposition the country and the need for leaders across regions to unite in addressing Nigeria’s pressing challenges. According to Obi, the 2027 elections should not be treated as just another political event, but as a defining moment to redirect the nati...

The All Progressives Congress has released a revised timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections, adjusting timelines for screening, primaries, appeals, and related internal party processes, while also publishing designated bank accounts for the purchase of Expression of Interest and Nomination forms. The notice, issued on Monday from the party’s National Secretariat, Buhari House, Abuja, was signed by the National Organising Secretary, Sulaiman Muhammad Argungu, and separately confirmed by the National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka. The party stated, “In accordance with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), the Electoral Act 2026, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Revised Timetable and Schedule of Act...

Former presidential aspirant Stanley Osifo has officially declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC), signalling a potential challenge to President Bola Tinubu. Osifo made the announcement on Monday during a press briefing in Abuja, where he also disclosed plans to purchase the party’s ₦100 million nomination and expression of interest forms ahead of the primaries. His entry into the race comes amid widespread endorsements for President Tinubu by APC stakeholders, including the 22 state governors who have backed him as the party’s preferred candidate for 2027. However, Osifo argued that such endorsements do not automatically secure a candidacy, insisting that internal party democracy must still prevail. He also dismissed c...

Kano State House of Assembly has confirmed Murtala Sule Garo as the new Deputy Governor of Kano State. The confirmation followed his screening by lawmakers during a plenary presided over by the Speaker, Jibril Isma’il Falgore. Presenting the report, the Chairman of the ad hoc committee and Deputy Speaker, Muhammad Bello, said Garo’s nomination came after the resignation of the former Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo. He explained that the screening was carried out in line with Section 191(3)(c) of the 1999 Constitution, which allows the Assembly to approve a nominee when there is a vacancy. According to the committee, Garo went through a detailed screening where he answered questions on his education, work experience, understanding of governance, and plans for the state...

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has spoken out over the controversy surrounding what has been described as “underwear empowerment” during a recent rally in the state. He firmly denied any involvement or prior knowledge of the incident, stating that he did not authorise or approve such activities. The controversy began after videos circulated online showing young women displaying red underwear during a rally held in honour of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. The footage quickly sparked public debate, with some reports suggesting the act was linked to a government-backed empowerment programme. However, Governor Yusuf clarified during a special prayer gathering at the Government House in Kano that the event was carried out without his consent. He explained that he only...

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday announced the endorsement of his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, as his preferred successor for the 2027 governorship election in the state, PUNCH Online reports. The announcement followed a closed-door meeting at Lagos House, Marina, where Hamzat formally declared his intention to contest the governorship seat before members of the State Executive Council and key party leaders. Also present at the meeting were members of the Governor’s Advisory Council, including former Minister of State of Defense, Musiliu Obanikoro, and Ganiyu Solomon, among others. Addressing journalists after the meeting, Sanwo-Olu described the endorsement as a unanimous decision reached by stakeholders present. He described Hamzat as prepared and capable of leadin...

Former Ondo State First Lady, Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, has declared her intention to contest for the Imo East senatorial seat, brushing aside concerns about her eligibility and reaffirming her ties to the state. Speaking with journalists in Owerri, she dismissed criticisms surrounding her origin and marital status, insisting that marriage does not erase one’s heritage. “My name is Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu. I cannot drop the Anyanwu; it shaped who I was before marriage,” she stated. Akeredolu, who is seeking the ticket of the Labour Party, said her ambition is driven by the need to provide effective representation for the district. She emphasised that her goal is to deliver meaningful democratic dividends rather than personal gain, adding that the people of Owerri deserve quality...

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has called on Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso to defect to its platform and run in the 2027 presidential election. In a post shared on its official X account, the party suggested there is a limited timeframe for both leaders to decide, stating that only two weeks remain before its deadline. The message was accompanied by an image of Obi and Kwankwaso shaking hands, with the caption expressing optimism about Nigeria’s future. The move comes shortly after supporters of both politicians launched the “OK Movement,” aimed at rallying support for a possible joint presidential ticket ahead of 2027. The group’s National Publicity Secretary, Justin Ijeh, recently announced the formation of its national executive council along with zonal and state stru...