Politics

Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has admitted he might not secure the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, ahead of the 2027 elections. Obi made this remark in a video message to his supporters. He said: “Someone asked me how I know for sure that the ADC will give me the presidential ticket. I cannot be certain. What matters is that we are committed to a cause. “I keep wondering how we ended up in this situation and what might happen if we decide to stop working on this project.” Obi also said he is still committed to his goals, and he hasn’t let any reported threats stop him. The former Labour Party presidential candidate praised his supporters for their resilience, recognizing the difficulties of working within opposition politics in Nigeri...

The Labour Party (LP) has fixed May 23, 2026, for its presidential primaries as part of its approved timetable ahead of the 2027 general elections.  This was contained in a communiqué issued after a meeting of its National Executive Council (NEC), held in Abuja and observed by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).  The communiqué stated that the party will submit its membership register to INEC on April 15, 2026, while governorship, Senate, House of Representatives, and House of Assembly primaries will be held on May 15, 2026.  NEC also ratified the actions of the party’s national leadership under Senators Nenadi Usman and Darlington Nwokocha regarding the conduct of ward, local government, and state congresses scheduled for March 26, 28, and ...

Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has reaffirmed her allegiance to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), urging Nigerians and party members to validate their membership. The lawmaker disclosed via her verified social media accounts that she has completed her registration through the party’s electronic portal, encouraging others to follow suit. Describing the PDP as the country’s most formidable opposition platform, she stressed the importance of active participation to strengthen democracy and promote inclusiveness. “The PDP e-registration portal is now secure. I have validated my membership—do yours as well. The process is simple and seamless,” she stated. Her move aligns with ongoing efforts by the party leadership to digitise its membership records an...

The fresh amendment to the recently signed 2026 Electoral Act where the House of Representatives proposed a N10 million fine or two years imprisonment for anybody who is a member of more than one political party has become a subject of discussion in political circles. According to political pundits, the move raises fresh concerns about the preparedness and willingness of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC-led Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu to provide a level playing field for all political actors. The presence of a level playing field, according to analysts, would be one of the preconditions for free, fair and credible elections in 2027, while its absence would present a contrary situation. Recall that the lower legislative chamber of the National Assembly y...

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has admitted that leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state remain deeply disappointed by the outcome of the 2023 presidential election in Lagos, describing it as a painful setback for the party. The governor made this known through his Chief of Staff, Tayo Ayinde, during a Ramadan lecture organised by the party on Tuesday. The event brought together party members for prayers and strategic discussions as they begin preparations for the 2027 general elections. Addressing supporters, Ayinde urged party faithful to start early preparations, particularly by registering and collecting their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), stressing that voter participation will be crucial in determining future outcomes. He noted that the part...

Seyi Tinubu, son of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to remain optimistic and supportive of his father’s administration, saying the country is undergoing a transformative shift. In a viral video making rounds on social media, Seyi expressed strong confidence in the President’s leadership and reform agenda, noting that the administration is taking Nigeria in a direction never experienced before. He urged citizens to trust the process, stating that the President is actively addressing long-standing structural issues rather than ignoring them. Seyi also disclosed that he continually prays for his father’s well-being and success in office, including the possibility of a second term, while maintaining that current policies will yield lasting benefits. Defending the governm...

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu may soon begin to realise the true intentions of many politicians around him. Momodu made the remark during an appearance on Sunday Politics on Channels Television. According to him, several political figures who once aligned closely with the president are already moving in different directions. He cited the example of former Interior Minister Rauf Aregbesola, who was previously a close associate of Tinubu but has now joined the ADC. Momodu also pointed to what he described as the increasing movement of lawmakers and political figures into the party, suggesting that shifts within Nigeria’s political landscape may soon become more evident. While speaking on the programme, the ...

Eight members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Caretaker Committee in Taraba State have distanced themselves from a list of the newly elected state executive committee allegedly released by former caretaker chairman, Dr. Victor Fallack. In a joint statement signed on Sunday, the members said the list being circulated by Dr. Fallack, in which he reportedly named himself chairman and included some of them as members was compiled without their knowledge or consultation. The signatories stressed that they do not recognize the list and are formally dissociating themselves from it to avoid confusion within the party. According to the statement, the action taken by the former chairman was done “single-handedly without consulting any member of the Caretaker Committee.” The committ...

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that the planned opening ceremony of a new secretariat belonging to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the Bakassi Local Government Area was disrupted following a disturbance at the venue. The event, which was scheduled to inaugurate the party’s new office in the Bakassi area of Cross River State, had attracted supporters and coalition members ahead of the official launch. According to reports, unidentified individuals stormed the venue shortly before the ceremony began, pulling down canopies, scattering chairs and damaging parts of the sound system prepared for the event. The sudden disruption caused panic among attendees and forced organisers to suspend the ceremony as people rushed to safety. The Police Public Relations Officer i...

Former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido, has called on key stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to put aside their disagreements and support the caretaker leadership reportedly backed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. Lamido made the appeal during a Ramadan breakfast he hosted for PDP members in his hometown of Namadi in Birnin Kudu Local Government Area. According to him, backing the caretaker committee is the only realistic option left to prevent the party from sliding into total collapse. He described the committee as the only remaining legitimate structure within the party. The former governor criticised the PDP national convention held in Ibadan by some PDP governors, alleging that it was driven by hidden motives and had ultimately...