The Zamfara State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared its readiness to welcome Governor Dauda Lawal into its fold should he choose to defect from his current party. State Chairman of the ADC, Alhaji Kabiru Garba, made the disclosure during a media briefing with journalists in Gusau on Friday, as political activities begin to intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections. Garba described the ADC as an emerging force in Zamfara’s political landscape and reiterated the party’s openness to new members who share its vision for progress and inclusive governance. “We are ready to welcome Governor Dauda…
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The National Secretary of the newly formed African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rauf Aregbesola, has called on party supporters to refrain from insulting or attacking supporters of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Aregbesola made the appeal on Friday in Lagos shortly after the official launch of the ADC, which aims to provide a united opposition front to unseat the administration of President Bola Tinubu — under whom he once served as Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure during Tinubu’s tenure as Lagos State Governor. In a statement shared via his social media handles, the former Interior Minister and ex-Governor of Osun…
The Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has commended the recent adoption of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) by leaders of Nigeria’s opposition coalition, describing the move as a vital milestone in halting the country’s drift towards an unhealthy one-party system. In a joint press statement issued on Friday by its factional Deputy President-General, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, and Chief Thompson Ohia, Ohanaeze said the adoption of the ADC has effectively neutralized the so-called “crisis merchants” allegedly engaged to weaken opposition parties such as the PDP, Labour Party, SDP, and APGA. “This development has heralded a remarkable milestone, effectively halting Nigeria’s dangerous…
The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Adamawa State, Ailyu Shehu, has dismissed reports of a factional crisis within the party, insisting that the PDP remains united and strong as it prepares for the upcoming by-election in the Ganye State Constituency. Speaking during a press conference in Yola, Shehu described rumours of a split as unfounded, clarifying that the situation only involves a handful of aggrieved members who, according to him, cannot weaken the party’s structure. “There is no breakaway faction in Adamawa PDP. What we have is just an association of aggrieved members. Their efforts will not…
The Benue North East chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly condemned the worsening insecurity across the state, describing the continued attacks and killings of innocent residents by armed herders as an existential threat. In a communiqué issued on Saturday after a zonal meeting held in Lessel-Ushongo, the PDP alleged that the persistent violence was part of a grand agenda to take over ancestral lands belonging to Benue communities. Reading the communiqué, the Zonal Vice Chairman, Hon. Abraham Waroh, criticised Governor Hyacinth Alia’s administration for what he called its “lackadaisical attitude” toward pressing security issues. “The party demands…
At least seven people have lost their lives and 41 others have sustained varying degrees of injuries in a fatal crash along the Alkaleri–Gombe Federal Highway in Bauchi State. The tragic incident, which occurred around 3:00 p.m. at Kirfi Junction, was confirmed in an updated First Information Report (FIR) by the RS12.13 Alkaleri Unit Command of the Bauchi State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). The report was made available to Newsmen on Friday. According to the FRSC, the lone crash involved a commercial DAF trailer and was caused by a mechanical fault — specifically, a structural…
The Youth Wing of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a strong warning to political elites, declaring that the party’s mandate and structures cannot be hijacked or sold off to opportunistic power seekers. In a statement released on Friday and endorsed by State Youth Leaders, Secretaries, Women Leaders, and grassroots coordinators nationwide, the Youth Wing accused some politicians of attempting to exploit the party’s hard-earned credibility under the guise of forming a coalition. The statement, signed by the ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, Dr. Musa Matara, emphasized that while the party supports genuine coalitions or alliances, any merger must be…
The Niger State Police Command has apprehended two notorious kidnappers and an armed robbery suspect who have allegedly been terrorizing communities in Bosso Local Government Area and other parts of the state. The suspects — Sani Mohammed, alias Shawo, 22; Abubakar Dahiru, alias Sirin-baye, 20, both of Gidan-Mangoro, Minna; and Idris Mohammed, alias Y.B, 30, of Opposite Kure Market area, Minna — were arrested on June 16, 2025, by operatives of the Crack Squad and Special Tactical Squad (STS). In a statement issued by the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, the command said Sani and Abubakar had…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared his readiness to confront former Transport Minister and key opposition coalition member, Rotimi Amaechi, over calls for Nigerians to revolt against the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Speaking on Friday during the commissioning of the newly rehabilitated Aguma Palace–Radio Nigeria–New Market Road in the Gwagwalada Area Council of the FCT, Wike warned that any attempt by Amaechi to stir a revolt would be fiercely resisted, starting in their home state of Rivers. His remarks come in response to Amaechi’s comments on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday night,…
Co-convener of the defunct BringBackOurGirls movement, Aisha Yesufu, has defended her decision to join forces with former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, in the newly formed opposition coalition aimed at unseating President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Yesufu’s stance comes in response to widespread criticism on social media, with many questioning her collaboration with El-Rufai despite their history of political hostility. Taking to her official X handle, Yesufu maintained that nation building is not a “romantic affair” and stressed the importance of putting personal differences aside in the interest of achieving a common goal. “Nasir El-Rufai @elrufai has a nuisance value:…
The Kebbi State Chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has assured party members and supporters that its leadership structure remains intact despite the party’s recent adoption as the platform for the emerging opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking to journalists in Birnin Kebbi, the state ADC Chairperson, Hajiya Hawa’u Muhammad, popularly known as Yar Buga, described the adoption of the ADC by coalition leaders as a welcome development that would inject fresh energy into the party’s ranks. “Our executives from the wards to local governments and at the state level remain untouched. The structure of the…
The Caretaker Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ondo State, Wole Ademoyegun, has expressed optimism that the adoption of the ADC by major opposition coalition forces will significantly strengthen the party’s position within the state’s political landscape. Speaking on Thursday, Ademoyegun described the development as a major boost that would help entrench a credible opposition in Ondo State — a move he said is crucial for the state’s growth and the country’s democracy at large. His remarks come on the heels of the official adoption of the ADC on Wednesday by a coalition of prominent political leaders, including…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has launched a scathing attack on former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi and other prominent figures in the newly formed opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking during a media parley in Abuja, Wike accused Amaechi of plunging Nigeria into debt through Chinese loans secured during his tenure as Transport Minister. “When you were in power, Nigerians were happy, but the moment you were no longer in power, Nigerians are no longer happy,” Wike remarked sarcastically. “You took Chinese loans and left the country indebted — Nigerians are not…
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has announced plans to welcome two prominent South East governors, Peter Mbah of Enugu State and Alex Otti of Abia State, into its ranks as part of its ongoing efforts to reposition the party ahead of future elections. The move comes amid a broader political realignment in the country, with a coalition of politicians from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP) recently crossing over to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to form an opposition alliance. Speaking in Abuja, APGA’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Ejimofor Opara, disclosed that the decision to…
Former media aide to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, has described as disrespectful the ultimatum given to former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to resign from the party within 48 hours. Ahmad made his position known in a statement posted on his verified X handle, stressing that Obi was instrumental in giving the Labour Party national prominence during the 2023 general elections. The Julius Abure-led faction of the LP had issued the ultimatum, threatening to expel Obi if he failed to step down voluntarily. Abure’s leadership strongly opposed Obi’s recent moves to align with a broader opposition coalition,…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, is set to meet with the chairmen of the FCT area councils, leadership of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) on Thursday to finalise arrangements for the reopening of all public primary schools in the territory. The development was confirmed in a statement jointly signed by the NANS National President, Olushola Oladoja, and the association’s National Public Relations Officer, Adeyemi Ajasa. NANS explained that the planned meeting follows a series of engagements aimed at resolving the ongoing industrial action by primary…
The entire leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially resigned to pave the way for the integration of the party’s structure into the emerging 2027 opposition coalition. Announcing the development on Wednesday, outgoing ADC National Chairman, Ralph O. Nwosu, revealed that former Senate President, Senator David Mark, has been appointed as the interim National Chairman, while former Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, will take over as the party’s National Secretary. The announcement coincided with a high-level meeting of opposition coalition leaders held at the Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja for the official unveiling of the ADC as a key…
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared its unwavering support for the party’s newly appointed acting National Chairman, Ali Bukar Dalori. In a statement released in Gusau by the State APC Publicity Secretary, Malam Yusuf Idris, the party expressed full confidence in Dalori’s capacity to steer the APC toward greater unity and success. Under the leadership of the state Chairman, Tukur Umar Danfulani, the Zamfara APC joined stakeholders nationwide in congratulating Dalori on what they described as a well-deserved elevation. “This appointment reflects the confidence of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the party leadership, and our…
Acting National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Damagum, has predicted that party members who left to join the newly formed opposition coalition will eventually return, insisting that no other political party is as accommodating as the PDP. Damagum’s remarks come in the wake of the defection of prominent figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Senate President David Mark, and several ex-governors, who recently aligned with the coalition. On Wednesday, the coalition unveiled the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its official political platform, with leaders of the ADC stepping aside for Mark to emerge as Interim…
Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has formally resigned his membership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and announced his defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Malami made the announcement on Tuesday, July 2, 2025, explaining that his move was motivated by the urgent need to align with a new coalition committed to rescuing Nigeria from what he described as “further decline.” He stressed that his decision was born not out of anger or personal ambition but out of love for the country and deep concern over the hardship facing millions…