Politics

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has reportedly turned down an appeal by Peter Obi to step aside ahead of the 2027 presidential election. According to sources cited by Leadership, the request was made during a private meeting held over the weekend at Amaechi’s residence in Abuja. Obi was said to have attended the meeting alongside former Imo State Governor, Achike Udenwa, and Senator Victor Umeh. Amaechi, Obi, and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar have all shown interest in contesting the 2027 presidency under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by Senator David Mark. The development comes as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has scheduled party primaries to take place between April 23 and May 30, with political partie...

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is set to convene its first National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting at its national headquarters, Wadata Plaza, following the recent reopening of the secretariat by the police. The party’s office had been shut since November last year after a violent clash between factions loyal to Tanimu Turaki and those backing Abdulrahman Mohammed, both claiming leadership of the party. Tensions escalated further in March when the Court of Appeal nullified the Ibadan convention that produced the Turaki-led leadership. Leveraging that judgment, the Mohammed faction—reportedly supported by Nyesom Wike—went on to organise a parallel convention in Abuja. Monday’s NEC meeting is expected to be attended largely by members aligned with the Mohammed-led camp. Key f...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has affirmed his readiness to contest the 2027 presidential election in pursuit of a second term in office. Speaking on Thursday, Tinubu said his ambition is driven by a commitment to tackle ignorance and poverty, inspire hope among Nigerians, and safeguard democratic governance in the country. He also took a swipe at opposition parties, stressing his intention to offer leadership beyond what he described as the “noise and disorder” often associated with political gatherings. The president emphasized the need for adherence to the principle of separation of powers and respect for judicial decisions, even when they are unfavorable. Tinubu made the remarks during a meeting with leaders and coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors at the Presidential Vi...

Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, has issued a scathing critique of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar following the latter's recent remarks regarding Nigeria’s power rotation arrangement. In a strongly worded statement, Onanuga accused Atiku of attempting to undermine the established North-South formula to suit his personal political interests ahead of the 2027 general elections. The presidency's reaction was triggered by Atiku’s Wednesday interview on Arise TV, where the former Vice President argued that he is not bound by the rotation principle because the South has theoretically held power for more years than the North since 1999. Onanuga dismissed this logic as "dubious arithmetic," noting that the North’s shorter tenure was a result of t...

The Presidency has strongly criticised former Osun State governor, Rauf Aregbesola, following his recent remarks against President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, dismissed the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a platform of “desperate politicians” lacking a clear national vision. He was reacting to Aregbesola’s comments at the party’s national convention in Abuja, where the ADC chieftain described the APC government’s Renewed Hope Agenda as a “scam.” In a post on his X account, Onanuga countered the claim, insisting that the real issue lies with politicians within the ADC. He accused Aregbesola of echoing opposition narratives and misrepresenting the government’s performance. Onanuga also took aim at Are...

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has gone ahead with its national convention in Abuja, despite opposition from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), with delegates overwhelmingly approving amendments to the party’s constitution. Although INEC declined to monitor the party’s congresses and convention following a court ruling, the ADC proceeded with its activities across states and successfully held its national gathering. During the event, the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) dissolved the Ralph Nwosu-led National Working Committee (NWC), replacing it with a new leadership under David Mark, a decision later ratified by delegates. Addressing members, National Chairman David Mark described the convention as a major milestone, declaring it the starting p...

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Showunmi, has strongly criticised the adoption of Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi) as the consensus governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State. The decision was earlier announced by Governor Dapo Abiodun during a stakeholders’ meeting, following a caucus session held at the party secretariat in Abeokuta. Reacting in a statement, Showunmi described the move as a form of “state capture,” warning that it threatens Ogun State’s long-standing tradition of independent political thinking. He argued that what is being presented as a consensus lacks credibility and instead reflects an attempt to impose control. While acknowledging that political parties have the right to adopt internal selecti...

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police Force have deployed heavily to the Rainbow Event Centre in Abuja, the venue of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) national convention. Reports indicate that security personnel carried out strict screening of delegates and journalists before granting them access to the event. About 3,000 delegates are expected to attend, with the aim of electing members of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) to lead its affairs over the next four years. Security patrol vehicles were also strategically positioned around the venue, with operatives maintaining a strong presence throughout the area. Meanwhile, a member of the convention planning committee, Dino Melaye, maintained that nothing would stop the conventi...

Published April 14, 2026 | By Enioluwa Adeniyi The Chief Whip of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Gbenga Oyekola, has dismissed reports linking him to an alleged move by some lawmakers to impeach Governor Seyi Makinde. Oyekola, who represents Atiba State Constituency, made the clarification in a statement shared on his verified Facebook page on Tuesday. The lawmaker, elected under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stated that he was neither invited nor consulted about any meeting or plan aimed at removing the governor. He emphasized that he would not participate in any action capable of disrupting the peace of the state. Oyekola firmly distanced himself from the alleged plot, stressing that he had no involvement in any such discussions or arrangements. He also reaffirme...

Comrade Saidu Bello Said, the immediate past publicity secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kano State, has said President Bola Tinubu would lose next year’s general election. He called on Nigerians to ensure the All Progressives Congress (APC) loses early on election day. Speaking in an interview with Daily Post, Said claimed that growing dissatisfaction with governance would shape voters’ decisions, adding that Nigerians are increasingly aware of the country’s situation and would express their views at the ballot box. He said, “Nigerians will never vote for Tinubu in the coming election. They are tired. Democracy is not being respected.” Said further predicted an early defeat for the ruling party, stating, “Tinubu will lose the election before 10:00 am. Whoev...