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…
Author: Ifeanyi N.
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…
The National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Bolaji Abdullahi, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, is “dead and only awaiting its obituary.” Abdullahi made the remark on Saturday during the unveiling of the ADC State Secretariat in Ilorin, Kwara State. According to the former Minister of Sports and Youth Development, the ADC has emerged as the only credible opposition party capable of challenging the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in the coming elections. “The question is no longer whether Kwarans want the APC; that question has been answered. They don’t,” Abdullahi said. “The question now…
Former Minister of Interior and National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Rauf Aregbesola, has predicted that President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, will lose the 2027 general elections. Aregbesola made the declaration on Saturday in Ilorin while speaking with journalists after commissioning the new Kwara State secretariat of the ADC along Basin Road. According to him, the APC’s increasing intolerance toward opposition parties shows that it is insecure and unpopular among Nigerians. “If APC is confident of its strength, it won’t be so hyped and charged as to be hounding and hunting opposition all…
Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) will secure victory in all 5,720 polling units across the state in the upcoming election. Speaking during the party’s campaign rally in Awka, the state capital, on Monday, Soludo described Anambra as APGA’s “fortress,” stressing that the party remains deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. “Because we’re not taking any vote for granted and we want to earn every vote, we are campaigning as if we are the underdog to unknown opponents,” the governor said. He noted that APGA’s campaign strategy involves…
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has commended Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, for fostering unity and peace across the state. Speaking in Kaduna on Sunday, Yilwatda said Governor Sani has given every resident of the state a voice by eliminating the barriers of tribalism and religious division that once defined the state. According to him, under Sani’s leadership, both Muslims and Christians now coexist harmoniously, while security and infrastructure have significantly improved. “Your Excellency, I want to thank you for doing something different in Kaduna State. Kaduna was once known for insecurity; today,…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended Mallam Adamu Ototobor, Chairman of Ward 9 in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, over alleged acts of insubordination and misconduct. The suspension, which takes immediate effect, was announced in a statement issued by the Edo State APC Publicity Secretary, Prince Peter Uwadiae, following a comprehensive review of Ototobor’s recent activities within the party. According to the statement, the party leadership found Ototobor’s actions to be “inconsistent with the principles, discipline, and values of the APC in Edo State,” noting that his conduct breached party rules and amounted to defiance of…