The faction of the Labour Party (LP) loyal to Julius Abure has rejected a recent Appeal Court ruling on the party’s leadership dispute, describing the judgement as unacceptable. This was disclosed in a statement issued on April 21, 2026, via the party’s official communication channels. Abure faulted the court’s decision, arguing that it contradicts established legal principles regarding the internal affairs of political parties. “We have seen what transpired today at the Appeal Court, the judgement is not acceptable to all of us,” he said. He maintained that issues relating to party leadership are internal matters, noting that previous court…
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The National Rescue Movement (NRM) has declared that it has no plans to merge with any political party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, the party’s National Chairman, Chinedu Obi, said the NRM is prepared to produce a viable presidential candidate capable of challenging the incumbent government in the next election. “We’re not planning on merging with any political party or joining a coalition. We’ll produce our presidential candidate,” Obi told journalists. He further stated that the Federal High Court had resolved the party’s internal crisis after Justice Joyce Abdulmalik dismissed…
The Taraba State Government has flagged off the first phase of training on the EIDU Digital Learning System, targeting 500 teachers as master trainers in a bid to modernise classroom delivery across the state. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Augustina Godwin, performed the flag-off on Tuesday, announcing that Jalingo and Ardo-Kola local government areas have been selected as pilot centres for the programme. According to the commissioner, the initiative is aimed at equipping selected teachers with digital teaching skills and tools, enabling them to train other educators across Taraba State. She explained that the programme is designed to…
The Osun State office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reassured residents of its commitment to conducting a peaceful, transparent, and credible governorship election scheduled for August 15. The newly deployed Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Oluwatoyin Babalola, gave the assurance on Tuesday while addressing a group of protesters at the commission’s office in Osogbo. The demonstrators, comprising market women and members of civil society organisations, had gathered to express concerns over the recent transfer of the former REC, Mutiu Agboke, which they alleged could affect the credibility of the forthcoming poll. Represented by the Head of Legal Department,…
Former Abia State Governor and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has dismissed allegations that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) are influencing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with journalists on Tuesday as plenary resumed after the Easter break, Kalu said INEC operates independently under the leadership of its chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, without interference from any arm of government. The former Senate Chief Whip described allegations by opposition figures, particularly the African Democratic Congress (ADC), as frivolous and harmful to Nigeria’s democratic process. “The APC as a…
The Chairman of the Niger State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Most Reverend Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, has raised concerns over the worsening security situation in the country, warning that Nigeria is becoming increasingly unsafe for citizens. Speaking during a CAN council meeting at the State Secretariat in Minna, the cleric, who is also the Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese, said the nation has “nosedived into a state of fear” due to persistent insecurity, economic hardship, and what he described as unfulfilled promises by leaders. Yohanna lamented the growing level of insecurity, citing reports of foreign travel advisories…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the Federal Government’s plan to reintegrate hundreds of former insurgents into society, describing the approach as a sign of dangerous softness towards terrorism. In a statement issued on Sunday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said recent remarks by government officials referring to insurgents as “brothers” and “prodigal sons,” alongside reintegration plans, reflect a troubling misunderstanding of the threat posed by terrorism. “Terrorism is not a family dispute. It is not a moral metaphor. It is a sustained and organised campaign of violence against the Nigerian state and its people,”…
Former Kano State Governor, Ibrahim Shekarau, has formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Shekarau announced his defection to the APC on Sunday, marking a significant political move in Kano State. Born on November 5, 1955, Shekarau is a veteran educator and politician who served as Governor of Kano State from 2003 to 2011. He also held office as Minister of Education between 2014 and 2015, and later represented Kano Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly from 2019 to 2023.
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has announced the election of Bala Yunusa Mohammed as its new National Chairman. In a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ladipo Johnson, the NNPP described Mohammed as an astute administrator who previously served as its National Organising Secretary. The party expressed confidence that the new chairman brings a wealth of experience, tactical insight, and a strong commitment to its grassroots ideology. The NNPP also acknowledged the exit of its former National Chairman, Ajuji Ahmed, who resigned to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC). “On behalf…
The Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Adewale Egbedun, has said the growing support base of the Accord Party signals a strong position ahead of the forthcoming governorship election in the state. Egbedun made the remark on Saturday during a rally in Inisa, Odo Otin Local Government Area, where over 500 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) defected to the Accord Party. Addressing supporters, the Speaker expressed confidence that the party would secure victory at the polls, citing what he described as the administration’s performance record. “The record of success and achievement will speak, and by August…
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has released its provisional timetable and schedule of activities for primary elections ahead of the 2027 general elections. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ejimofor Opara. According to the statement, the timetable is in compliance with the revised schedule of activities released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on February 26, 2026, and in line with the party’s constitution and the Electoral Act 2026. The party also announced fees for expression of interest forms for various elective positions. It fixed…
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has commended security agencies for rescuing passengers abducted from a Benue Links bus along the Makurdi–Otukpo highway, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to tackling insecurity in the state. The governor made this known on Sunday, April 19, 2026, when he received the freed victims at the Old Banquet Hall of Government House in Makurdi shortly after their release. Alia praised the Commissioner of Police and other security operatives for what he described as their “efforts and determination” in securing the victims’ safe return. He disclosed that the abduction occurred on April 15 at about 8…
The National Assembly Liaison Officer to Abia State Governor, Iheanyi Frank Chinasa, has defected from the Labour Party (LP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Chinasa, popularly known as Dogo, was until his defection a close ally of Governor Alex Otti and a prominent member of the Labour Party in Bende Local Government Area and Abia North Senatorial District. The politician, who is aspiring to represent Bende Federal Constituency, joined the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, at a meeting of APC stakeholders held in Owerri, Imo State. The meeting was convened by Governor Hope Uzodinma…
Former Kogi lawmaker, Dino Melaye, has declared that he could defeat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in a credible election, while emphasising that his immediate priority is supporting a united opposition ahead of the 2027 polls. Melaye made the remarks during an interview on Mic On Podcast hosted by Seun Okinbaloye, where he criticised the current administration and expressed confidence in alternative candidates within the African Democratic Congress (ADC). “My brother, anybody among those interested in presidency in ADC would do one million times better than Tinubu. They can never be a worse president than Tinubu,” he said. Speaking on his…
Five lawmakers of the All Progressives Congress (APC) representing Osun State in the National Assembly have dismissed claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke for a second term. The legislators, operating under the G-5 caucus, said there was no agreement or assurance from the President to support Adeleke in the August 15 governorship election in the state. In a statement issued in Osogbo on Sunday, the lawmakers urged the public to disregard what they described as misleading claims of a purported alliance between Tinubu and the governor. The statement was jointly signed by Senators Adenigba Fadahunsi and…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded seizures worth N93.03 million in Adamawa State within six weeks under Operation Whirlwind, Zone ‘D’ Axis. The National Coordinator of Operation Whirlwind, Abubakar Aliyu, disclosed this at a news conference on Friday in Yola. Aliyu, who was represented by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, said the operation aligns with efforts to safeguard food security, energy supply, and national stability in line with the mandate of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. “Our gathering today is to showcase successes recorded through ongoing intelligence-driven anti-smuggling operations aimed at disrupting syndicates,” he said. According to him, the…
Former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, has reacted to recent remarks by former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, that the 2027 presidential election would be his final attempt if he secures the ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking on the Naija Unfiltered podcast on Saturday, Obi described Atiku as his respected leader and elder brother, noting that the former Vice President’s comment was conditional. “At this point, we are not at that stage yet. Atiku is my respected leader and my dear elder brother. His statement, I will always say, is a statement of a leader, and look at…
The Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned one Mohammed Abdullahi Korimi before the Borno State High Court in Maiduguri over an alleged N25.6 million fraud involving 400 bags of beans. According to a statement by the EFCC, the defendant was brought before Justice Aisha Kumaliya on Thursday, April 16, 2026, on a two-count charge bordering on criminal misappropriation and obtaining by false pretence. The anti-graft agency alleged that Korimi defrauded his victim of N25,647,000 under the guise of a business transaction. One of the charges reads: “That you, Mohammed Abdullahi Korimi, on or…
The Kano State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reaffirmed its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, dismissing claims that the party has withdrawn backing for his second-term bid. In a statement dated April 17, 2026, and signed by the State Publicity Secretary, Auwalu Abdullahi Soja, the party described as false a statement allegedly issued by a group identified as the Arewa APC Forum, Kano State Chapter, which claimed the party had withdrawn its support for the President. The APC said the claim was misleading and a calculated attempt to tarnish the image of the party. According to…
The planned defection of Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has collapsed following disagreements over a proposed power-sharing arrangement. Chairman of the Turaki-led PDP faction in the state, Sama’ila Burga, disclosed this on Saturday while addressing journalists in Bauchi. Burga said consultations between the governor, his faction, and APC leadership ended in a deadlock after the ruling party reportedly rejected a 60/40 formula for control of the party structure in the state. Despite the breakdown in talks, the governor and his supporters have expressed willingness to explore alliances with…