The 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has predicted that the 2027 general elections will be the most competitive and challenging in Nigeria’s democratic history. Kwankwaso made the prediction in an interview with BBC Hausa, noting that Nigerians are now more politically conscious and determined to change their living conditions. “I believe the 2027 elections will be much tougher. People are now more informed, more concerned, and more involved. Everyone is seeking a way out because of the country’s current situation,” he said. The former Kano State governor attributed the growing political awareness…
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The Plateau State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has scheduled its Elective Congress for Saturday, October 25, 2025, where new executives will be elected to steer the affairs of the party. According to political observers, the move is aimed at avoiding the mistakes that cost the party dearly ahead of the 2023 general elections, when the All Progressives Congress (APC) capitalized on the PDP’s internal crisis and lack of a valid structure to claim all Assembly seats initially won by the opposition party, following a Court of Appeal ruling. In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information…
Labour Party’s candidate in the November 8 governorship election in Anambra State, George Moghalu, has declared that the party is fully prepared for the polls. Moghalu made the declaration on Friday while speaking as a guest on The Morning Brief, a Channels Television programme monitored by newsmen. When asked about his chances against opponents from other political parties, Moghalu expressed confidence in his popularity and that of the Labour Party in the state. “We are a very popular party and I am a popular person in Anambra State,” he said. “We are doing what we are supposed to do. We…
This was disclosed in a statement issued in Abuja on Friday by Ismail Mudashir, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau I. Jibrin. According to the statement, Senator Jibrin, who serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Constitution Review, made the remarks at the opening of a two-day joint retreat of the Senate and House of Representatives Committees on the Review of the 1999 Constitution in Lagos. Jibrin reaffirmed the National Assembly’s commitment to delivering “people-centred and timely” constitutional amendments, urging lawmakers to ensure that the first batch of proposals is transmitted to…
The Senate has reaffirmed the National Assembly’s commitment to delivering timely and people-oriented amendments to the 1999 Constitution. Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau I. Jibrin (APC, Kano North), gave the assurance on Friday at a two-day joint retreat of the Senate and House of Representatives Committees on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, held in Lagos. Jibrin urged lawmakers to ensure that the first batch of amendments is transmitted to the State Houses of Assembly before the end of the year. InfoStride News reports that the retreat was organized to enable members of the joint committees to review the proposed…
Political observers and stakeholders have expressed concern over the inability of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to effectively regulate the activities of political parties in Nigeria, particularly regarding premature election campaigns. They argued that institutions responsible for enforcing electoral laws often show weakness or deliberately ignore violations, allowing political parties—especially the ruling party—to flout regulations with impunity. At a recent roundtable convened by INEC to discuss possible solutions to the problem of early campaigns, it became evident that the electoral umpire has limited powers to address certain violations under the current legal framework. The development followed the appearance of…
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has cautioned youths in the state against launching attacks or making unfounded allegations against the family of the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. The governor urged young people to respect leaders and adopt peaceful methods in resolving conflicts rather than resorting to public confrontations. Governor Eno issued the warning following a peaceful protest on Tuesday by members of the Akwa Ibom Youth Coalition at the Government House, Uyo. The protest was reportedly linked to issues raised by a female member of the Greater Akpabio family. In a statement issued on Thursday by his Chief…
A member of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, National Executive Committee (NEC), Maryam Inna Ciroma, has explained why the party’s national chairman should come from the North. Speaking on Prime Time, a programme on Arise Television monitored by newsmen on Thursday, Ciroma stated that since the PDP zoned its presidential ticket to the South, it is only fair that the chairmanship position goes to the North. She said, “Actually, PDP zones positions and rotates them every four years between the North and the South. Since the zoning committee agreed that the president will come from the South, it then follows…
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, of engaging in what it described as “political terrorism” following the burning of its state secretariat in Ado-Ekiti on Monday. The party alleged that the early-morning arson attack was a deliberate attempt to silence opposition voices ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC claimed that the incident formed part of a wider pattern of coordinated assaults on opposition figures and facilities across several states. “This was a deliberate act of arson intended to sabotage and…
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty to the 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, dismissing rumours of any rift between them. Speaking on Tuesday during an event marking Kwankwaso’s 69th birthday, Governor Yusuf said those attempting to create discord between him and his political mentor would not succeed. “Those within and outside trying to create a quarrel between me and our leader, Engineer Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, will not succeed,” Yusuf said. “We will continue to follow the legacy and principles of the Kwankwasiyya movement because Kwankwaso is…
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Ladan Salihu, has warned that Nigeria’s democracy suffers severe damage each time a sitting governor defects to the ruling party. Salihu made this assertion on Wednesday while speaking on The Morning Brief, a Channels Television programme monitored by Journalists. He was reacting to the recent wave of defections by governors, including Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah and his Bayelsa counterpart, Douye Diri, both of whom dumped the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. While Mbah formally joined the All Progressives Congress, APC, Governor Diri is yet to declare his next political move. Expressing deep…
The Kaduna State chapter of the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, has suspended its Chairman, Muhammad Lawal Sultan, for six months over alleged acts of gross misconduct. The suspension was announced in a statement issued on Monday by the party’s Secretary, Dr. Joshua Madaki, following a meeting of the State Working Committee (SWC). According to the statement, the decision was taken after the SWC reviewed Sultan’s leadership conduct and found him guilty of actions that violated the party’s constitution. “The suspension is based on relevant provisions of the NNPP constitution bordering on gross acts of misconduct that violated its provisions,”…
The Obidient Movement has debunked reports claiming it has endorsed Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State for re-election ahead of the November 8 governorship poll. Describing the claim as fraudulent, unauthorized, and grossly misleading, the movement clarified that its support is firmly behind the Labour Party (LP) candidate, George Moghalu. In a statement issued on Monday and signed by its National Coordinator, Dr. Yunusa Tanko, the movement reaffirmed its allegiance to the ideals of good governance and transparency as championed by former presidential candidate Peter Obi. According to Tanko, “The Obidient Movement, a nationwide citizens’ platform dedicated to promoting good…
The Abia State Government has dismissed reports claiming that Governor Alex Otti has defected from the Labour Party (LP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The clarification follows social media posts by some individuals from the state who circulated a picture of Governor Otti during a recent visit to Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah—just days before Mbah’s defection to the APC. They alleged that the visit was part of Otti’s plan to join the ruling party. Reacting to the claims, the Abia State Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, in a statement on Monday, described the reports as “a fabrication by…
The Imo State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has debunked reports suggesting the existence of factions within the party, insisting it remains one united and indivisible family. In a statement issued on Monday by the ADC National Vice Chairman (South-East), Sir Bon Unachukwu, and made available to Newsmen, the party reaffirmed Professor James Okoroma as the duly recognised State Chairman. According to the statement, the national leadership of the ADC has directed that all party activities, communications, and official engagements in Imo State must be conducted exclusively under the supervision of the Professor Okoroma-led State Working Committee. “The…
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has assured that internal issues within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are being amicably resolved as a family affair. Adeleke gave the assurance on Monday while addressing journalists in Abuja after presiding over the inaugural meeting of the Accommodation Sub-Committee of the PDP National Convention Committee. The governor, who serves as Deputy Chairman of the National Convention Committee and Chairman of the Accommodation Sub-Committee, said the party remains united and fully prepared for its forthcoming national convention. According to him, all arrangements have been concluded for a smooth and successful convention scheduled for October…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State, Shegun Saiki, has criticized Senator Adams Oshiomhole over his recent distribution of motorcycles, grinding machines, sewing machines, and cash gifts to some constituents in Edo North Senatorial District. Saiki, a former member of the Edo State House of Assembly, described the gesture as “a return to old habits,” questioning the motive and sustainability of such empowerment schemes. In a statement on Monday, Saiki said, “It is like somebody vomiting and swallowing it back. Which constituency project is he doing after two years in the Senate? What can anybody buy…
The executive members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Oyo North Senatorial District have reaffirmed their loyalty to Governor Seyi Makinde, insisting that the party remains united and strong despite recent defections. This was contained in a communiqué issued after a strategic meeting held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, and made available to journalists on Monday. The party leaders maintained that the recent defection of Senator Ayoola Agboola, a former Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs (2007–2011) and the only PDP senator from the South-West between 2011 and 2015, would not weaken the PDP’s structure or popularity…
The Benue State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has reaffirmed its support for the reelection of Governor Hyacinth Alia and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. The state party chairman, Chief Benjamin Omale, made this known during a Thanksgiving Mass organised by the Tiavnyam Development Foundation, TDF, in honour of Governor Alia at St. Veronica’s Parish, Agidi, Akpagher-Mbatiav. The event, held to celebrate Governor Alia’s achievements over the past two years, also featured the presentation of an excellence award to the governor by the TDF. Chief Omale described the recognition as a testament to the…
Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has declared that President Bola Tinubu does not need to campaign in Kogi State ahead of the 2027 general elections, boasting that there is no opposition in the state. Bello made the remark on Saturday during an endorsement rally held in support of President Tinubu and Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, for a second term in office. According to Bello, the All Progressives Congress, APC, remains firmly in control of the state and will deliver a landslide victory for Tinubu in 2027. “President Tinubu, you don’t even need to come to Kogi State to…