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ADC de-registration suit returns to court as fresh applications emerge

May 11, 2026

A Federal High Court in Abuja has heard fresh applications in the ongoing ADC de-registration suit, a legal challenge seeking the removal of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, from the register of political parties in Nigeria. The proceedings mark another stage in the case as parties continue legal arguments over the party’s status and compliance […]

Aisha Yesufu for senate gains backing as Sowore questions platform

May 11, 2026

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has expressed support for Aisha Yesufu for senate ahead of the 2027 general elections, while questioning her reported choice of political platform. The development has generated political reactions as discussions around civic participation and electoral involvement continue to grow ahead of the next election cycle. Aisha […]

Hamzat deputy search intensifies as Lagos APC begins mobilisation drive

May 10, 2026

The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Lagos State has intensified political consultations ahead of the 2027 governorship election as the Hamzat deputy search gains momentum within the party. The development follows increased mobilisation efforts linked to Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat’s growing political profile and reported support from labour leaders and party stakeholders across the state. […]

Uzodimma palace coup rumours collapse after APC governors rally support

May 10, 2026

Claims of an alleged Uzodimma palace coup within the Progressive Governors Forum, PGF, collapsed after more than 20 governors reportedly reaffirmed confidence in Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma as chairman of the forum. The development followed reports circulating in Abuja that some governors had allegedly moved to remove Uzodimma from his leadership position within the […]

Fubara missed APC screening as 14 governors face 2027 party test

May 10, 2026

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara was absent from the All Progressives Congress, APC, screening exercise ahead of the 2027 general elections, where 14 governors and other aspirants were vetted by the party’s screening committee in Abuja. The development, where Fubara missed APC screening, drew attention as the ruling party continues its internal nomination process. The […]

Nigeria’s main opposition debate deepens as APC faults ADC, NDC

May 9, 2026

The All Progressives Congress, APC, has described the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, as Nigeria’s main opposition party, arguing that internal disagreements involving the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, and the African Democratic Congress, ADC, have weakened attempts to build a united coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. The development comes amid growing political realignments and […]

SDP presidential candidate emerges as Adebayo secures sole ticket for 2027

May 9, 2026

Former presidential candidate and lawyer, Adewole Adebayo, has emerged as the SDP presidential candidate for the 2027 general election after becoming the sole aspirant cleared by the Social Democratic Party, SDP, for the party’s presidential ticket. The development positions Adebayo as the party’s leading figure ahead of growing political activities and coalition discussions preceding the […]

ADC presidential form sparks 2027 buzz as Hayatu-Deen formally joins race

May 8, 2026

Former banker and economist Mohammed Hayatu-Deen has officially entered the 2027 presidential contest after obtaining the ADC presidential form at the national headquarters of the African Democratic Congress in Abuja. The move places the former Nigerian Economic Summit Group chairman among the early aspirants seeking the party’s presidential ticket ahead of the next general election. […]

support grows for Mutfwang as Plateau politics shifts ahead of 2027

May 8, 2026

Political activities ahead of the 2027 elections are gaining momentum in Plateau State as support grows for Mutfwang among community leaders, political stakeholders, and support groups. The increasing backing for Governor Caleb Mutfwang comes amid wider political discussions involving the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state. Recent political […]

the Turaki faction crisis deepens as Wike threatens PDP office shutdown in Abuja

May 8, 2026

The the Turaki faction crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) intensified in Abuja after Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, warned that any office linked to rival party structures would be sealed. The warning comes amid ongoing disputes over legitimacy and control of party operations in the capital. The dispute involving the […]