Igbo youths under the banner of the All Igbo Youth Forum have issued a clear condition to President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for securing their support in the 2027 general elections: the unconditional release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The youths made this demand during a press conference and solidarity rally held at Awka Hall, Umuahia, to celebrate Kanu’s recent legal victory in Kenya. The gathering, which attracted over 600 youths from across the South-East, later turned into a jubilant march through the streets, echoing chants…
Author: Ifeanyi N.
Yusuf Sharada, an ally of Rabiu Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has revealed that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is making overtures to lure Kwankwaso into aligning with President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Sharada disclosed this on Tuesday while speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily programme. He noted that the APC’s moves stem from its dwindling popularity in Kano State — a critical battleground with significant voting strength. “They have been wooing Senator Kwankwaso to join them in the APC, knowing his antecedents and his mass followership. Of…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State has cautioned its members and supporters against associating with a new coalition movement in the state, describing it as deceptive and misleading. This warning was issued on Tuesday in a statement signed by the State Secretary of the party, Dan Nyikwagh, who labelled the coalition as an attempt by “opportunistic politicians” to falsely link themselves with the PDP in order to gain relevance. “The PDP in Benue State has no affiliation with this coalition,” the statement read in part. “We urge our members to remain loyal and not be misled by individuals…
A fresh communal clash has broken out between residents of Mbaiase community in Gwer East Local Government Area and Igbinde village in Konshisha LGA of Benue State, leading to the destruction of property and several houses being set ablaze. Security analyst Zagazola Makama disclosed the incident in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, revealing that the violence erupted around 9:30 a.m. on Saturday when suspected militias from Mbaiase allegedly attacked Igbinde, a village under the Mbagusa/Mbatser Council Ward in Konshisha LGA. According to local sources cited by Makama, multiple thatched houses were set on fire and valuables destroyed…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has condemned the occupation of the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja by security operatives, which prevented the scheduled National Executive Committee (NEC) and Board of Trustees (BoT) meetings on Monday. Speaking to reporters after being blocked alongside other BoT members from accessing the secretariat, George described the action as unacceptable and a threat to Nigeria’s democracy. “It’s strikingly annoying. This is our property. Was there any court order saying we cannot hold our meeting in our own office? Nigerians are watching,” George said. He warned the Federal Government against…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has fixed its next National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting for July 24, 2025. The Deputy National Secretary of the party, Barr. Festus Fuanter, disclosed this on Monday while briefing journalists after the National Working Committee (NWC) meeting held at the party’s headquarters. InfoStride News reports that the development comes days after Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje resigned as the APC National Chairman on Friday, citing health reasons. He has since been replaced by Ali Bukar Dalori, who was appointed in an acting capacity. Further details on the NEC meeting agenda are expected to be released in the…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has commenced an expanded caucus meeting at its National Secretariat, Wadata Plaza, Abuja, following an earlier police presence that sparked tension among party members. InfoStride News gathered that the caucus meeting was convened shortly after PDP governors met behind closed doors at the Bauchi State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja. In attendance were Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State, and former Senate President Bukola Saraki, among other key stakeholders. Addressing reporters, Governor Mohammed — who chairs the PDP Governors’ Forum — said the…
The acting National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Damagum, has announced that the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) has formally affirmed Senator Samuel Anyanwu as the party’s National Secretary. Damagum made the declaration in Abuja on Monday while briefing journalists after the NEC meeting held at the party’s national headquarters. He described the affirmation as one of the key resolutions reached by the NEC, which remains the party’s highest decision-making body. “Let it be clear that the NEC has affirmed Senator Samuel Anyanwu as the National Secretary of our great party,” Damagum stated. The decision is expected…
Panic erupted in the Okpuno area of Awka on Friday morning when gunmen, operating in a sports utility vehicle, abducted an unidentified man who was reportedly returning after dropping off his children at school. Eyewitnesses said the attackers, driving a stainless-colored Highlander SUV without a number plate, fired shots into the air to disperse bystanders before seizing their victim and fleeing the scene. The gunfire caused chaos as passersby scrambled for safety. The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed the incident and assured residents that efforts are underway to rescue the victim and apprehend the perpetrators. In a statement on…
Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has dismissed rumours suggesting he plans to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), insisting he remains firmly committed to the party. Mbah made the clarification on Saturday during an interactive session with members of the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE) in Enugu. “I am still in the PDP. As you can see, the flag behind me is that of the PDP,” he said, reaffirming his loyalty to the party despite its internal challenges. Acknowledging the issues facing the PDP, Mbah expressed confidence that the party would resolve its internal disputes, emphasising that the PDP is…
A governorship aspirant under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State, Mrs. Funmi Ogun, has expressed optimism about the party’s readiness to reclaim power in the state in the forthcoming June 20, 2026 gubernatorial election. Ogun, a former Commissioner for Works, said the PDP has gained significant momentum across Ekiti, driven by the dedication of its members and the public’s growing demand for change. In a statement issued on Saturday by her Special Adviser on Media, Oladimeji Atenibiaje, Ogun stressed that ongoing mobilisation and grassroots engagement have positioned the PDP as a credible alternative to the ruling All Progressives…
The Arewa 19 Pyramid for Grassroots Development has called on political stakeholders and interest groups to stop distracting President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima from their mandate of delivering good governance. Speaking at a press conference in Gombe on Saturday, the group’s convener, Mr. Ahmed Abdulraheem, described the Tinubu-Shettima partnership as a symbol of political stability, inclusion, and renewed focus on national progress. According to Abdulraheem, the administration is on the right path towards prosperity and development and must not be derailed by unnecessary political speculation or divisive narratives. “It is not yet time for politics. The present…
Governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have described the recent resignation of the party’s National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, as part of the APC’s natural evolution and institutional growth. The Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) made this known in a communiqué issued on Saturday at the end of its two-day strategic regional meeting held in Benin City, Edo State, hosted by Governor Monday Okpebholo. The communiqué was read by the PGF Chairman and Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma. According to the governors, the APC remains the most coherent political party in Nigeria, with a strong track…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kebbi State has announced its readiness to join a wider political coalition aimed at dislodging the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at both the state and national levels. The declaration was made on Saturday during a stakeholders’ meeting held in Birnin Kebbi, where party leaders reaffirmed their commitment to revamping the PDP’s structure and resolving lingering internal disputes. Addressing journalists after the meeting, State PDP Chairman, Dr. Ibrahim Mera, said the party had agreed to support any credible alliance capable of mounting an effective challenge to the APC’s dominance. He added that members also…
The Presidency has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has been replaced. In a statement issued Saturday night, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, described the report as false and the work of “agents of mischief.” “There has been no change in the status of His Excellency, Senator George Akume, as Secretary to the Government of the Federation,” the statement read. “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, currently in Saint Lucia, has not made any new appointments.” Onanuga urged Nigerians to disregard what…
Malam Aminu Ibrahim Ringim, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) gubernatorial candidate for Jigawa State in the 2023 general election, says party members are waiting for guidance from the party’s national leader, Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, amid speculations about a possible merger ahead of the 2027 polls. Speaking in an interview with Newsmen on Saturday, Ringim dismissed rumours that the NNPP was on the verge of merging with one of the major political parties, urging loyalists to remain focused and united. “I want to tell all our party supporters that, for now, we are for the NNPP and we will…
Ali Bukar Dalori, the newly appointed Acting National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has arrived in Abuja to formally resume duties following the resignation of his predecessor, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje. Ganduje stepped down from the position on Friday, citing health reasons for his decision. However, sources within the party have hinted that the former chairman may have been pressured to resign, though this remains unconfirmed. Until his elevation, Dalori served as the APC Vice Chairman (North) and is a prominent party figure from Borno State in the North-East region. Party insiders say Dalori’s immediate focus will be on…
A governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State, Mrs. Funmi Ogun, has expressed strong optimism about the party’s chances in the forthcoming 2026 gubernatorial election but cautioned that unresolved internal disputes could threaten its prospects. Ogun, a former Commissioner for Works in Ekiti State, said the PDP had gained significant momentum across the state due to the dedication of its members and growing public desire for political change. In a statement issued in Ado Ekiti on Saturday by her Special Adviser on Media, Oladimeji Atenibiaje, Ogun noted that the ongoing grassroots mobilisation and engagement by party…
The governorship candidate of the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC) for the upcoming Anambra State election, Mr. John Nwosu, has confirmed payment of the mandatory N50 million campaign levy imposed by the Anambra State Signage and Advertising Agency (ANSAA). In a statement issued on Thursday, Nwosu disclosed that he had fully complied with the state’s requirement to enable him brand campaign vehicles and display other promotional materials. “In compliance and furtherance of the rule of law, today the John Nwosu Campaign Organisation and the Africa Democratic Congress paid in full the assessed mandatory Fifty Million Naira required of governorship candidates to…
The Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to take urgent steps to rebuild public trust in Nigeria’s electoral process, warning that low voter turnout in recent polls signals widespread disillusionment. Speaking on Thursday at INEC’s second quarterly meeting with political parties in Abuja, IPAC Chairman, Dr. Yusuf Mamman Dantalle, said many Nigerians are losing faith in the system due to fears that their votes will not count, persistent electoral violence, and concerns over politicians who fail to fulfil campaign promises. “This is unacceptable and must be addressed immediately,” Dantalle said. “Active citizens’…