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APC’s Bulabari Clinches Khana II Bye-Election In Rivers

22Feb

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APC’s Bulabari Clinches Khana II Bye-Election In Rivers

Henrietta Bulabari of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has won the Khana II State House of Assembly Constituency bye-election in Rivers State. According to reports, Bulabari polled 7,647 votes, outperforming candidates from other political parties in the contest. The Returning Officer, Prof. Angela Briggs, officially declared her the winner, stating that she fulfilled all constitutional requirements. “Having satisfied the requirements of the law,” Briggs said while confirming the APC candidate as duly elected. The final results announced showed the following scores: AA – 46 APC – 7,647 NNPP – 37 YPP – 23 ZLP – 47 Out of 71,914 registered voters, 7,834 were accredited to vote. A total of 7,800 valid votes were recorded, with 34 ballots rejected. Party repr...

BREAKING : PDP candidate wins Gwagwalada chairmanship election in FCT

22Feb

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BREAKING : PDP candidate wins Gwagwalada chairmanship election in FCT

The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Mohammed Kasim, has emerged the winner of the Gwagwalada Area Council chairmanship election held as part of the Federal Capital Territory’s local government polls on Saturday. Announcing the results in the early hours of Sunday, the Independent National Electoral Commission Returning Officer, Philip Akpen said Kasim secured 22,165 votes to defeat his closest rival, Yahaya Shehu of the All Progressives Congress, who polled 17,788 votes. Akpen also described the election as peaceful and smoothly conducted. He declared, “I am the returning officer for the 2026 FCT Area Council, Gwagwalada chairmanship held on February 21, 2026. “That Mohammed Kasim of PDP, having certified the requirements of the law, is hereby declared the wi...

FCT Polls: PDP Records Overwhelming Win At Big Cele Settlement Unit In Bwari

21Feb

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FCT Polls: PDP Records Overwhelming Win At Big Cele Settlement Unit In Bwari

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secured a decisive victory at Big Cele Settlement, Polling Unit 076, Dutse Alhaji Ward in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), during the 2026 Area Council elections. The party emerged dominant in both the chairmanship and councillorship elections at the polling unit. According to the official results from Polling Unit 076 (EC 8A, Serial No. 0000258), the PDP polled 74 votes in the chairmanship contest. The All Progressives Congress (APC) received two votes, while the African Democratic Congress (ADC) secured three. The Social Democratic Party (SDP) and the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) recorded one vote each, with other parties failing to gain any votes. In the councillorship race, the PDP obtained 75 votes, APC scored four, AD...

I’ll Work Against Peter Obi In 2027 – Chief Priest says

11Feb

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I’ll Work Against Peter Obi In 2027 – Chief Priest says

Kindly share this story: Popular socialite and businessman, Cubana Chief Priest, has declared that he will oppose Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election. Naija News reports that he made the statement during an exchange with followers on Instagram. A social media user had asked him, “So in simple terms, you are working against Obi in the upcoming presidential election. lol.” Confirming the claim, Cubana Chief Priest responded, “Yes, and I hope it’s not a crime. I worked for Obi in the last election, even while serving as Special Adviser to an APC governor.” His response triggered further reactions from other users. One commenter referenced his past encounter with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), warning that the same government he now appears to su...

Rivers ADC Alleges Destabilisation Plot by Wike, Seeks Tinubu’s Intervention

11Feb

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Rivers ADC Alleges Destabilisation Plot by Wike, Seeks Tinubu’s Intervention

The Rivers State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, of allegedly attempting to destabilise the party’s structure in the state. In a statement released on Tuesday by the state chairman, Leader Sampson, the party called on President Bola Tinubu to step in and “call Wike to order.” Sampson alleged that the ADC is currently experiencing significant pressure and interference, particularly in Ikwerre Local Government Area, warning that the situation could extend to all 23 local government areas in Rivers State. According to him, the party uncovered what it described as a calculated effort by the FCT Minister, allegedly working through Charles Wobodo, Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government Council, ...

PDP Crisis: Makarfi, Lamido Hold Peace Talks Ahead of 2027

10Feb

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PDP Crisis: Makarfi, Lamido Hold Peace Talks Ahead of 2027

Former Kaduna State governor, Ahmed Makarfi, and former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido, on Tuesday held a closed-door meeting at Makarfi’s residence in Kaduna, where they discussed strategies to promote reconciliation and unity within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of the 2027 general elections. After the meeting, both leaders briefed journalists, describing their engagement as part of ongoing consultations aimed at repositioning the opposition party for future electoral battles. Makarfi, a former National Caretaker Committee Chairman and Secretary of the PDP Board of Trustees, said the discussion was in line with sustained efforts by party elders to stabilise and strengthen the PDP. According to him, the current state of the party calls for deep reflection, forgiven...

Atiku: ADC Constitution Has No Zoning Clause, Silent on 2027 Presidential Bid

10Feb

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Atiku: ADC Constitution Has No Zoning Clause, Silent on 2027 Presidential Bid

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has stated that zoning is not provided for in the constitution of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stressing that the party has no intention of zoning its presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general election. Naija News reports that Atiku made the remark during a courtesy visit to former military president, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, at his Hilltop residence in Minna, Niger State. Speaking at the meeting, Atiku explained that zoning is not entrenched in the ADC’s constitution, noting that among Nigeria’s major political parties, only the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has zoning formally enshrined in its guiding document. According to him, the ADC operates under a different framework and does not constitutionally mandate rotational pre...

Senate Can Publicly Vote on Real-Time E-Transmission of Results — Senator Ningi

10Feb

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Senate Can Publicly Vote on Real-Time E-Transmission of Results — Senator Ningi

The senator representing Bauchi Central, Abdul Ningi, has said it is within the powers of the Senate to conduct an open and transparent vote on the issue of real-time electronic transmission of election results, amid the controversy trailing the amendment of the Electoral Act. Ningi made this known during a television interview ahead of an emergency plenary session convened by the Senate following widespread public backlash over how provisions on electronic transmission of results were handled after the bill passed its third reading. Responding to questions on whether Nigerians could be allowed to see how individual senators voted on the matter, Ningi explained that Senate rules permit such openness, depending on the approach adopted by the presiding officer. “I think it’s possibl...

2027: ‘No Zoning, No Consensus, No Pressure To Step Down’ – El-Rufai

10Feb

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2027: ‘No Zoning, No Consensus, No Pressure To Step Down’ – El-Rufai

Former Kaduna State governor and leading member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nasir El-Rufai, has stated that the party will not zone its presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections, stressing that all aspirants will be allowed to compete in an open and transparent primary. Speaking during an interview on Trust TV about the ADC’s electoral plans, El-Rufai said the party is intensifying mobilisation efforts across all levels, from polling units and wards to the national leadership, as part of its strategy to emerge as a strong contender in the next elections. Addressing concerns about the party’s visibility and reach amid stiff political rivalry, El-Rufai rejected claims that the ADC is inactive, insisting that extensive groundwork is already underway. “We a...

NEC Conference: Tinubu Highlights Administration’s Achievements, Commends Shettima

9Feb

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NEC Conference: Tinubu Highlights Administration’s Achievements, Commends Shettima

President Bola Tinubu on Monday formally declared open the second National Economic Council (NEC) Conference at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, describing the gathering as a demonstration of collective commitment to Nigeria’s development. While opening the conference, the President praised the National Economic Council—chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima—for sustaining a critical platform for policy coordination, collaboration, and strategic engagement among all tiers of government. According to Naija News, the two-day conference is themed “Delivering Inclusive Growth and Sustainable National Development: The Renewed Hope National Development Plan 2026–2030.” “I am pleased to address the second edition of the NEC Conference at a critical point in Nigeria’s develo...