Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of favouring oil companies through tax incentives while Nigerians continue to face rising petrol prices. Atiku criticised the Federal Government’s economic policies, arguing that the benefits of the incentives granted to oil companies were not being reflected in the lives of ordinary Nigerians. The former vice president said the rising cost of petrol had placed additional pressure on households and businesses already struggling with economic hardship. He questioned the rationale behind granting tax incentives to oil companies at a time when Nigerians were facing increased living costs. Atiku urged the…
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President Bola Tinubu has appointed the Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa, rtd, as Secretary of his campaign team for the 2027 presidential election. The appointment forms part of efforts to strengthen the campaign structure ahead of the 2027 general elections. Badaru is expected to work with other members of the campaign team in coordinating activities and mobilising support for Tinubu’s re-election bid. The development comes as the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, continues to put structures in place for the 2027 presidential campaign. The campaign team is expected to coordinate the President’s nationwide political activities and engage various…
Human rights activist Aisha Yesufu has described the 2027 general election as the best opportunity for Nigerians to demand political change. Yesufu said there was no better day for a revolution than election day, urging Nigerians to use their voting power to determine the leaders who would govern the country. She called on citizens to actively participate in the electoral process rather than remain passive about the challenges facing the nation. According to her, Nigerians have the constitutional power to replace leaders through the ballot box and should take advantage of the opportunity during the 2027 elections. Yesufu stressed the…
Senator Ali Ndume has described the controversy surrounding President Bola Tinubu’s academic credentials as a distraction ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ndume said the debate over the President’s educational records should not overshadow the major issues confronting the country. The senator urged political actors and Nigerians to focus more on governance, economic development and the welfare of citizens. According to him, the electorate should assess political leaders based on their performance, policies and ability to address the challenges facing the country. Ndume maintained that the controversy over Tinubu’s academic credentials was being amplified for political reasons ahead of the…
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Akwa Ibom State has denied reports that its political structure in the state is being collapsed into the All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party described the claim as false and misleading, insisting that the PDP remains a strong political force in the state. The Akwa Ibom PDP urged its members and supporters to disregard reports suggesting that the party was planning to surrender its structure to the ruling APC. The party maintained that its leadership remained committed to strengthening the PDP and mobilising its members ahead of the…
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has criticised the Presidency over its recent comments about former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, urging the Bola Tinubu administration to stop what it described as unnecessary attacks. The party called on the Presidency to “take it easy” and avoid insults in its exchanges with Atiku and other opposition figures. The ADC said political disagreements should be addressed through constructive debate and the presentation of competing ideas rather than personal attacks. It maintained that Atiku, as an opposition politician and presidential contender, had the right to criticise government policies and express his views on issues affecting…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, as Director of Fundraising for the All Progressives Congress, APC, 2027 presidential campaign. The appointment is part of the party’s preparations for the 2027 general elections and efforts to mobilise resources for its campaign activities. Abiodun is expected to coordinate fundraising efforts and work with relevant party stakeholders to secure financial support for the APC’s campaign. The development comes as the ruling party intensifies preparations for the 2027 election, with various committees and structures being put in place ahead of the poll. The appointment also underscores the role expected of…
A former National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Salihu Lukman, has said efforts are ongoing to unite former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other opposition figures ahead of the 2027 general elections. Lukman said the initiative was aimed at bringing major opposition politicians and groups together to form a stronger political platform capable of challenging the ruling APC. He noted that the success of the opposition would depend on its ability to overcome personal interests and differences and work towards a common objective. According to him, discussions are ongoing with various…
A security analyst has accused Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, of failing the people of the state amid renewed killings and insecurity. The analyst said the worsening security situation had raised serious concerns about the government’s ability to protect residents and prevent attacks on communities. According to him, the persistent killings in parts of Plateau State showed that more needed to be done to safeguard lives and property. He criticised the state government’s handling of the security situation, alleging that Governor Mutfwang had failed to adequately protect the people. The analyst urged the governor to strengthen security measures and work…
Former Adamawa State Governor, Mohammed Jibrilla Bindow, has returned to the All Progressives Congress, APC, after resigning his membership of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Bindow, who previously served as governor of Adamawa State, announced his return to the APC amid ongoing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. The former governor had earlier left the APC and joined the ADC, where he participated in political activities. His decision to return to the ruling party is expected to generate reactions within political circles in Adamawa State, particularly as politicians position themselves ahead of the next general election. Bindow’s return…
The Presidency has criticised the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, accusing him of hypocrisy and misleading Nigerians ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communication, said Atiku’s position on the removal of fuel subsidy amounted to an attempt to appeal to voters through what he described as populist promises. Dare said true leadership required the courage to defend difficult economic reforms, even when such policies were unpopular. He described Atiku’s alleged hypocrisy as an insult to the collective intelligence of Nigerians who are currently…
The Allied Peoples Movement, APM, has dismissed the campaign council recently established for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party described the initiative as “dead on arrival,” insisting that the formation of the council would not address the challenges confronting Nigerians. The APM said the Tinubu administration should be more concerned about the economic hardship and other difficulties facing citizens rather than focusing on political structures. The party maintained that Nigerians would assess the administration based on its performance and the impact of its policies on their lives. The APM also criticised the decision to begin…
The All Progressives Congress, APC, has suspended one of its members over alleged participation in a rally organised by the Social Democratic Party, SDP, in Karu. The suspension followed allegations that the member attended the opposition party’s political gathering despite being a member of the APC. The APC leadership reportedly viewed the alleged participation as a violation of the party’s rules and regulations. The party warned its members against taking part in activities organised by rival political parties without proper authorisation. It urged members to remain committed to the APC and comply with the party’s directives as political activities gather…
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has said President Bola Tinubu cannot use election campaigns to make Nigerians forget the economic hardship and poverty confronting the country. The party said the rising cost of living and worsening economic difficulties would remain major issues as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections. The ADC maintained that Nigerians were more interested in how government policies affect their daily lives than campaign promises. According to the party, the Tinubu administration should focus on addressing poverty, economic hardship and the rising cost of living rather than relying on political rhetoric. The opposition party…
Former Kano State Governor and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) vice-presidential candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has described the 2027 general election as a battle between Nigerians and their oppressors. Kwankwaso stated that the forthcoming election would provide Nigerians with an opportunity to decide the direction of the country. He urged Nigerians to remain united and resist what he described as attempts by political leaders to continue oppressing the people. The NDC chieftain maintained that the electorate must make informed choices and vote for leaders capable of addressing the challenges confronting the country. Kwankwaso also called for greater political awareness…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Umar Ardo, has explained why former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi may not be able to form a coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ardo said differences between the political camps of Atiku and Obi could make it difficult for them to reach an agreement on a common political platform. He maintained that the interests of the various opposition groups and their ambitions could further complicate efforts to form a united coalition. According to him, both Atiku and Obi have strong political followings, but their…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has vowed to give former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other opposition politicians a difficult time ahead of the 2027 general elections. Wike said he would ensure that Atiku and members of the opposition remain under pressure as political activities intensify ahead of the election. The former Rivers State governor made the statement while addressing his supporters, insisting that the opposition would face a difficult political battle in 2027. “I’ll give Atiku and the opposition high BP and make them suffer crisis,” Wike said. He maintained that he was not afraid…
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has called for an investigation into an alleged attack on the family home of one of its members in Rivers State. The party condemned the incident, describing it as unacceptable and a threat to the safety of its members and their families. The ADC urged security agencies to investigate the attack and identify those responsible. It also called on relevant authorities to ensure that political activities in the state are conducted in a peaceful environment without intimidation or violence. The party stressed that its members should be allowed to participate in political activities without fear…
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State, has called on Governor Ademola Adeleke to address the alleged attack on residents of his community. The APC candidate made the call while reacting to the reported attack, urging the governor to speak with people in his administration and take steps to address the security situation. He expressed concern over the incident, stressing that residents should not be left vulnerable to attacks. “My village people were attacked today,” the candidate said, urging Adeleke to “talk to your people” over the development. The APC candidate also called for improved…
The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State has warned its members against blaming the party’s leaders for any potential loss in the 2026 governorship election. The party urged its members to remain united and focused as preparations intensify for the governorship poll. The warning followed concerns within the party over internal disagreements and allegations of poor coordination among its members. The APC leadership stressed the need for members to work together and avoid actions capable of undermining the party’s chances at the election. The party also urged its supporters to take responsibility for their roles in the electoral process…