The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over his reported declaration of “war” against anti-Tinubu candidates ahead of the February 21, 2026 elections. In a statement issued on Monday and signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party described the comment as “irresponsible and dangerous,” warning that it would not deter Nigerians from exercising their right to vote. According to the ADC, the minister’s remarks were particularly troubling at a time when the country is grappling with economic hardship, insecurity and political tension. “We consider the Minister’s declaration…
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Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on Monday visited Kado-Kuchi in Abuja to campaign for candidates of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the forthcoming Federal Capital Territory council election. The election for chairmen and councillors across the FCT area councils is scheduled to hold on Saturday, February 21, 2026. In a video seen by reporters, a large crowd gathered in Kado-Kuchi to welcome the former Anambra State governor. Supporters were heard chanting slogans and expressing their backing for the ADC, with many repeatedly saying, “Our vote must count!” The visit forms part of efforts to mobilise voters in communities…
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, will on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, swear in 14 newly appointed judges of the Federal High Court. The inauguration ceremony is scheduled to take place at Courtroom Two of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, Abuja. The National Judicial Council (NJC) had recently recommended the 14 candidates to President Bola Tinubu for appointment as judges of the Federal High Court. According to a statement issued on Monday by the Director of Information and Public Relations of the Supreme Court, Dr. Festus Akande, members of the bench, bar and media organisations are expected to attend…
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has released the list of aspirants cleared to participate in its chairmanship primaries ahead of the 2026 local government elections in Anambra State. The list was made public on Sunday at the party’s state secretariat in Awka and includes candidates cleared to contest across the 21 local government areas of the state. In a statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary of APGA, Dr. Ejimofor Opara, the party said the clearance followed the completion of screening exercises conducted in accordance with its guidelines. According to the statement, aspirants from all the local government areas…
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has dismissed claims that he is opposed to former presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Momodu said he has consistently supported the former Anambra State governor and denied harbouring any anti-Obi sentiments. He was reacting to a post on X by user @Blazeregent, who urged him to purge himself of what was described as anti-Obi bias. The comment followed Momodu’s earlier remark advising a Peoples Democratic Party chieftain, Bode George, to purge himself of anti-Atiku sentiments. The X user wrote: “Purge yourself anti-OBI first. You have no moral right to criticize matters…
The Senate will reconvene for plenary on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by Emmanuel Odo, Clerk of the Senate. Odo said he was acting on the directive of the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, to formally notify lawmakers of the resumption date. According to the statement, the plenary session is scheduled to commence at 11 a.m. in the Senate Chamber. “I am directed by His Excellency, the President of the Senate, Sen. Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON, to inform all distinguished Senators that the Senate will reconvene plenary session as follows:…
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Idris Kalgo, has claimed that President Bola Tinubu has lost the support of Northern Nigeria. Kalgo also expressed optimism that the ADC would unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. He made the remarks on Saturday while fielding questions during an interview on Trust TV, monitored by newsmen, where he spoke on the party’s preparations for the polls. “We are actually happy at the ADC because February 20, 2027 is the date when Nigerians will decide. And it’s also going to be a date whereby we are…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Elijah Ayodele, has said that President Bola Tinubu has performed better than former Presidents Muhammadu Buhari and Goodluck Jonathan, despite facing widespread public disapproval. Speaking to journalists in Lagos on Sunday, Ayodele said Tinubu’s administration has recorded notable achievements but claimed that many Nigerians and some close associates are opposed to his second-term ambition. “Tinubu has done well for Nigerians, but the problem is that Nigerians hate him. The problem is nemesis. Tinubu’s problem is that those surrounding him don’t like him and they don’t want him for a second term,” he said.…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the publication of the personal particulars of candidates and their running mates for the forthcoming governorship election in Osun State. In a statement issued on Sunday by Musa Olurode, Osun INEC Public Affairs Officer, on behalf of the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, the commission confirmed that 14 political parties successfully uploaded the names and required documents of their candidates within the stipulated timeframe. According to the statement, the submissions followed the conclusion of party primaries and the closure of the designated portal for uploading candidates’ particulars. The compliant political parties…
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has declared his readiness to contest the 2027 general election, assuring supporters that he will be on the ballot despite alleged resistance from the Federal Government. Obi made the declaration on Saturday in Uyo at the OBIDIENT Conference and Official Declaration for the African Democratic Congress (ADC), themed “Activating the PO Effect in ADC.” He claimed to have it on good authority that the Federal Government does not want him to contest in 2027 but insisted that he would participate in the election regardless of the circumstances. “I left Labour…
The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) in Edo State has postponed its state congress indefinitely following disagreements among members over the party’s voters’ register. The crisis, which has reportedly factionalised the party into two groups, was said to have stemmed from disagreements over the mode of conducting the congress. While some members advocated for a direct congress, others supported an indirect process. The congress, initially scheduled to commence at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, was delayed until about 2:00 p.m. as party members failed to reach a consensus on the modalities for the exercise. Chairman of the Electoral Committee for the congress,…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ogun State has suspended Jimi Lawal, a former aide to ex-Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over alleged anti-party activities. The party also unveiled a caretaker committee to oversee its affairs pending the conduct of a state congress. State Chairman of the ADC, Femi Soluade, announced the development in a statement issued on Saturday in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. Soluade said the move was part of a broader restructuring process aimed at restoring stability within the party. “We have suspended Mr. Jimi Adebola Lawal and declared him a non-member of the party due to…
The Kwara State Government has reacted to a viral video clip allegedly released by armed bandits following the February 3, 2026 attack on Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of the state. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, said the government was deeply concerned about the disturbing footage, which reportedly showed some persons taken during the attack. “The government is deeply concerned over the disturbing video released by terrorists earlier today, allegedly showing some persons taken during the tragic February 3 attack on Woro community,” the statement read. “As always, our thoughts are…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has defended his approach in the political confrontation with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, describing what critics termed “weakness” as a deliberate strategy to preserve peace and ensure political survival. Fubara made the remarks on Friday in Lagos while receiving the Man of the Year award at the New Telegraph Award/Dinner Night. In his acceptance speech, the governor reflected on the pressures of leadership, ongoing political tensions in Rivers State and his efforts toward reconciliation. “Today for me is a very special day, and also special for everyone who has…
The Kano State chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to remove the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the scheduled date for the 2027 presidential election. The party made the demand on Saturday in a statement signed by its Kano State Publicity Secretary, Ibrahim Karaye. According to the statement, the presidential election has been fixed for February 20, 2027, a date the party noted falls within the Ramadan fasting period observed by Muslims. The NNPP described the decision as unacceptable, alleging that it could affect the participation of Muslim…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured Nigerians that it will ensure fair and equal access to voting in the 2027 general elections, amid concerns that the scheduled dates coincide with the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. INEC had earlier announced that the Presidential and National Assembly elections would be held on February 20, 2027, while the governorship and state House of Assembly elections are slated for March 6, 2027. The commission also fixed May 22 to June 20, 2026, for political parties to conduct their primaries. However, some Nigerians, particularly Muslims, have expressed concern that the February 20…
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the alleged destruction of billboards bearing the image of President Bola Tinubu in Gusau. In a statement issued on Friday in Gusau, the state Publicity Secretary of the party, Yusuf Idris, described the development as disturbing and warned that it could trigger political violence in the state. According to him, the party observed the removal and destruction of billboards displaying the president’s posters in parts of the state. Idris alleged that the situation had been ongoing and began with what he described as a clampdown on APC billboards…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. The dissolution was announced on Thursday. Following the directive, all commissioners and special advisers have been instructed to hand over to the permanent secretaries or the most senior officers in their respective ministries. Governor Fubara expressed appreciation to the outgoing members of the Executive Council for their service to the state and wished them success in their future endeavours. The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Onwuka Nzeshi.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially announced the timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Friday, INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, dismissed earlier reports suggesting that the Commission had already released the election timetable. Amupitan said the formal release of the notice of election and schedule of activities was in line with the provisions of the 1999 Constitution and the Electoral Act, 2022, as amended. According to him, the presidential and National Assembly elections will hold on February 20, 2027, while the governorship and state House of…
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has assured young people in the state of his administration’s continued support to enhance economic growth and development. The governor gave the assurance on Friday when members of the youth wing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) paid him a courtesy visit at his office. Yusuf said his government is committed to creating more opportunities for youths, noting that meaningful development cannot be achieved without their active participation. According to a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, the governor described the year as one dedicated to youth development. He stated that…