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September 7, 2026 9:48 am
Ebonyi PDP youth leader condemns Nwifuru’s threat to sack council chairmen
September 7, 2026 8:58 am
APC chieftain greets ex-Ekiti gov on 72nd birthday
September 7, 2026 7:05 am
2027: Obi, Ameh demand credible polls, urge voters to protect their ballots
September 6, 2026 5:33 pm
Osun poll: Adeleke’s victory unchallenged as 21-day petition window closes
September 6, 2026 4:15 pm
Fawehinmi fought to keep Nigeria’s political space open — Uba Sani
September 6, 2026 4:14 pm
2027 presidency: Makinde will come distant eighth if on ballot — Oyo APC
2027: Elections not won by boasting, intimidation, Rivers ADC tells Wike
September 7, 2026 12:17 pm
None of Tinubu’s challengers can improve Nigeria, including Obi — Datti
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Stop recycling allegations against Tinubu, offer alternative ideas, ex-lawmaker tells opposition
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2027: Tinubu support groups begin grassroots mobilisation
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2027: Radda pledges Katsina’s support for Tinubu’s re-election
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Ebonyi PDP youth leader condemns Nwifuru’s threat to sack council chairmen
Ebonyi PDP youth leader condemns Governor Nwifuru’s threat to sack newly elected local government chairmen, calling it undemocratic and unconstitutional….
APC chieftain greets ex-Ekiti gov on 72nd birthday
APC chieftain Senator Ayo Arise congratulates former Ekiti State Governor Segun Oni on his 72nd birthday, praising his leadership and service….
2027: Obi, Ameh demand credible polls, urge voters to protect their ballots
Peter Obi and Peter Ameh call for free, fair, and credible 2027 elections, urging Nigerian voters to protect their ballots and elect competent leaders….
Osun poll: Adeleke’s victory unchallenged as 21-day petition window closes
The 21-day window for filing petitions against the Osun governorship election results has closed, with no challenges to Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory….
Kaduna Governor Uba Sani highlights Gani Fawehinmi’s pivotal role in opening Nigeria’s political space and his fight for democracy and human rights….
2027 presidency: Makinde will come distant eighth if on ballot — Oyo APC
Oyo APC dismisses Governor Seyi Makinde’s 2027 presidential ambition as a ‘political drama,’ warning against wasting state resources on the ‘failed’ bid….
None of Tinubu’s challengers can improve Nigeria, including Obi — Datti
Datti Baba-Ahmed, former Labour Party VP candidate, states that no opposition candidate, including Peter Obi, can improve Nigeria. Read his full comments….
Former Senator Ayo Arise emphasizes credible elections and good governance are crucial for strengthening Nigerian democracy. Learn about internal party ref…
Stop recycling allegations against Tinubu, offer alternative ideas, ex-lawmaker tells opposition
An APC chieftain urges opposition to stop recycling old allegations against President Tinubu and offer alternative ideas instead of political propaganda….
Two support groups for President Bola Tinubu, the Renewed Hope Agenda Continuity Marshals and Tinubu Torch Bearers, have opened discussions on a strategic partnership to deepen grassroots mobilisation…
2027: Radda pledges Katsina’s support for Tinubu’s re-election
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, assures President Bola Tinubu of the state’s full support for his 2027 re-election bid. Read more on the grassroots mo…
APC, Atiku trade tackles over economic policies
APC and Atiku Abubakar clash over President Tinubu’s economic policies. Atiku vows to mobilize Nigerians against ‘failed policies,’ while APC defends refor…
Stay away from politics, Makinde tells Oyo monarchs
Governor Seyi Makinde warns Oyo monarchs to stay away from partisan politics ahead of 2027 elections, urging them to remain neutral and focus on traditiona…
Threats, intimidation: INEC, police vow crackdown on politicians
INEC and the Nigeria Police vow to crack down on politicians issuing political threats and inflammatory remarks ahead of the 2027 elections. Learn more….
Opposition must unite to win 2027 election – NDC S’West chairperson, Ekong
NDC’s South-West chairperson, Pastor Adedayo Ekong, stresses the need for opposition parties to unite to win the 2027 election and defeat President Tinubu….
I am confident I will become Lagos governor next year – NDC gov candidate, Doherty
Funso Doherty, NDC’s Lagos governorship candidate, expresses confidence in winning the 2027 election, challenging APC’s dominance. Learn his plans for Lago…
Kano APC receives new defectors
Kano APC welcomes over 136,000 new members, including prominent politicians, strengthening the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Read more on Kano…
2027: NDC names gov candidates in 12 states, denies regional party claims
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) dismisses claims of lacking governorship candidates in 12 states for 2027, affirming its national presence and listin…
Tinubu’s policies improving student welfare, says NANS
NANS credits President Tinubu’s policies, including NELFUND and improved campus electricity, for enhancing student welfare and education in Nigeria….
2027: Christian, Muslim youths sign peace accord in Abuja
Christian and Muslim youths in Nigeria sign a peace accord in Abuja, committing to religious tolerance and rejecting political violence ahead of the 2027 e…
(FULL LIST) 2027: ADC unveils governorship, deputy candidates in 28 states
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced its governorship and deputy candidates for the 2027 elections in 28 states. See the full list of ADC ca…
Oyo APC unveils Alli, 49 other candidates for 2027 elections
Oyo APC officially unveils Senator Sharafadeen Alli as governorship candidate and 49 others for the 2027 general elections. See the full list of candidates…
ADC chieftain urges INEC to ensure fairness in Kogi ward creation
An ADC chieftain calls on INEC to ensure fairness and equitable representation in the ongoing Kogi ward creation, emphasizing adherence to guidelines and i…
Ondo State labour leaders endorse President Bola Tinubu for re-election in 2027, citing worker-friendly policies and infrastructure development. Read more….
Kwara denies victimising PDP gov candidate over billboard removal
Kwara State Government denies victimising PDP governorship candidate, Bolakale Kawu, over billboard removal, citing operator’s debt to KWASAA….
Wike never hid support for Tinubu, says aide
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike’s aide, Lere Olayinka, clarifies that Wike never concealed his support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections….
I lost land, but I’ll deliver Circular Road – Oyo APM candidate
Oyo APM governorship candidate, Bimbo Adekanmbi, vows to complete the Ibadan Circular Road project if elected, even after losing his own land to the constr…
Oyo assembly passes N210bn supplementary budget
The Oyo State House of Assembly has approved an additional N210 billion supplementary budget for the 2026 fiscal year, bringing the total to over N1.1 tril…
Kogi PDP begins mobilisation for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s re-election bid in 2027, citing her performance and commitment to constituents….
Tinubu a lifelong democrat, says Sanwo-Olu
Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu praises President Tinubu as a lifelong democrat, committed to strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions and ensuring free an…
Reps deputy spokesman warns opposition against damaging Nigeria’s image
A House of Reps deputy spokesman warns opposition politicians against damaging Nigeria’s international image through lobbying ahead of the 2027 elections….