Politics

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Aisha Yesufu, has alleged that officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) were offered bribes of up to $50,000 and parcels of land to facilitate the removal of the party’s leadership. Her claims follow INEC’s recent decision to withdraw recognition of former Senate President David Mark as ADC National Chairman and Rauf Aregbesola as National Secretary. Speaking on Prime Time on Arise Television, Yesufu also alleged that the INEC chairman may have been pressured into taking the action. The co-convener of the BringBackOurGirls Movement questioned why anti-corruption agencies such as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commissio...

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed speculations about defecting from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) despite the party’s ongoing leadership crisis. Speaking in an interview with BBC Pidgin, Atiku said there is no need to leave the party, reaffirming his commitment to its structure and direction. He expressed confidence that the courts will uphold the leadership of David Mark, noting that the legal process is expected to be resolved soon. Atiku also emphasized that ADC already has an established structure and significant investment, making defection unnecessary, especially when compared to some other parties. On the issue of the party’s presidential ticket, he described ADC as a coalition of prominent leaders, including Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, stress...

A document from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has uncovered key irregularities in the leadership structure of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) under former Senate President David Mark. The memo, dated August 6, 2025, detailed correspondence between the party and INEC regarding meetings that led to the formation of its caretaker committee. It included submissions such as the list of committee members, National Working Committee (NWC), zonal officers, and minutes from the party’s 99th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on July 29, 2025. According to the document signed by Joan Arabs of the Election Party Monitoring Committee (EPMC), the ADC failed to provide the mandatory 21-day notice to INEC before holding the meeting that produced the caretak...

The governor of Oyo state, Seyi Makinde, has revealed that they are speaking with credible individuals as part of his deliberate transition process for the selection process in 2027. Makinde promised to communicate the outcome at the appropriate time. He said, “We have engaged with a number of credible individuals as part of a deliberate transition process, and I will communicate a decision in due course, one that reflects both the progress we have made and the future we must secure.” Makinde, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, tasked his advisory council with engaging credible candidates among the Peoples Democratic Party aspirants for the 2027 governorship election. The council, led by Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Bolaji Ayorinde, was mandated to interact with all governorship aspir...

Cameroon’s President, Paul Biya, has named his son, Franck Emmanuel Biya, as Vice President of the Republic and Head of the Armed Forces, placing him at the core of the nation’s political and military leadership. The appointment was confirmed in an official decree issued on April 4, 2026. The document also designated Franck Biya as Minister Delegate at the Ministry of Defence, further strengthening his role within the country’s security framework. According to the presidency, the decision aligns with constitutional and defence provisions, citing “service requirements” as the basis for the appointments, which are to be published in the Official Gazette. The development follows President Biya’s recent inauguration for an eighth term after a disputed election. He reportedly won 54 pe...

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has refuted claims that Senator David Mark has stepped down as the party’s National Chairman. In a statement released by the chairman’s media office, the party described the report as a deliberate fabrication, blaming it on what it called “weak and inconsiderate propagandists.” The ADC firmly stated that Mark remains the party’s substantive National Chairman, adding that there are no plans or discussions بشأن his resignation within the leadership. Reports circulating on social media had alleged that Mark had resigned, with Ralph Nwosu expected to take over ahead of the party’s convention. However, the ADC dismissed the claims as false and malicious. The party reiterated its commitment to winning upcoming elections, stressing that such rumou...

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has cautioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over its handling of the leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), warning that missteps could undermine public confidence ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued in Abuja by IPAC National Publicity Secretary Comrade Egbeola Wale Martins, the council also raised concerns about the timing of a nationwide voter revalidation exercise and condemned ongoing killings in Plateau State. IPAC described the reported removal of Distinguished Senator David Mark and Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola from INEC’s official portal as premature, saying it could trigger unnecessary instability and set a harmful precedent. The council emphasized that internal party dis...

Senator Ibrahim Lamido, representing Sokoto East Senatorial District, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing worsening insecurity and the hardship faced by his constituents. In a statement shared on 𝕏, Lamido said persistent bandit attacks and inadequate government response have left communities exposed, with several villages destroyed and many residents displaced. He noted that repeated efforts to attract federal intervention yielded little success, stressing that his decision was driven by the need to protect lives and livelihoods rather than personal or political interests. The lawmaker added that he consulted widely with supporters, colleagues, and community leaders before taking the step. While he did not disclose his next political move, he said his fo...

The governor of Kano state, Abba Yusuf, has reacted to reports which claimed he would serve only one term in office. He also clarified his political intentions amid ongoing realignments. Speaking in a video while addressing a group, Yusuf responded to the Hausa ‘Falle Daya’ (One term) chant directed at him, stating that his first term would be under the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), while a potential second term would be pursued under the All Progressives Congress (APC). He said: “Actually, it is only one term in the NNPP party. We will do the second term in the APC. “As for the ADC party that they have returned to, it will not even do one term, not ever.” The governor recently defected to the All Progressives Congress from the New Nigeria Peoples Party following a prolo...

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to back anybody that emerges as the party’s presidential candidate. Atiku said he would back the party’s presidential candidate even if the person is a youth. Speaking in an interview with DW Hausa, Atiku also dismissed claims that the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, could undermine the ADC, noting that the party has continued to attract members nationwide. He said: “We will support and endorse whoever emerges as the flagbearer. How many are we (presidential aspirants), three or four? In the PDP, more than ten of us contested. “The youths have taken over the party. Most of those seeking elective positions, from councillor to State Assembly, National Assembly and House of Representa...