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Okonkwo: Baba-Ahmed May Be Suffering Post-Political Identity Crisis

September 8, 2026

Kenneth Okonkwo, spokesperson for the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has suggested that Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed may be experiencing what he described as a “post-political identity crisis” following his 2023 partnership with Peter Obi. Okonkwo made the comment during an interview on Arise TV’s Daybreak on Tuesday. He was responding to […]

2027: Rivers ADC Replies Wike, Says Boasting Cannot Win Election

September 7, 2026

The Rivers State chapter of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has rejected claims that the party’s vice-presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi, would be defeated shortly after voting begins in the 2027 election. The party said political boasts, intimidation and promises alone could not determine the outcome of an election. The state ADC chairman, Dr Chukwudi Dimkpa, […]

2027: ADC Unveils 28 Governorship Candidates Across Nigeria

September 4, 2026

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has released its list of governorship and deputy governorship candidates for the 2027 general elections in 28 states. The party announced the ADC governorship candidates in a statement on Friday, describing the lineup as part of its effort to provide Nigerians with credible leadership and an alternative political platform. Among […]

2027: Atiku Is Ready for Tinubu, Obi Is Just “Chief Content Creator” — Arabambi

September 3, 2026

Labour Party National Vice President, South-West, Abayomi Arabambi, has identified former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as the only serious challenger to President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Arabambi made the assessment on Thursday during an appearance on TVC’s Politics Tonight, where he discussed the developing opposition landscape ahead of the poll. According […]

2027: PDP Backs Opposition Alliance to Tackle Poverty, Insecurity

September 1, 2026

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has thrown its weight behind the G-100 process aimed at building a united opposition platform ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party said an opposition alliance could provide Nigerians with an alternative government capable of addressing worsening poverty, insecurity and other challenges confronting the country. The endorsement was announced […]

2027: Opposition Leaders Face Crucial Test as Abuja Meeting Opens Coalition Debate

August 31, 2026

The opposition’s renewed gathering in Abuja comes with one question hanging over the political class: can Nigeria’s opposition leaders put collective ambition above personal ambition ahead of the 2027 presidential election? The meeting follows the Ibadan Declaration of April 2026, which presented a framework for greater cooperation among opposition forces seeking an alternative to the […]

2027: Desmond Stephen Leaves NDC, Joins ADP to Contest Okrika Assembly Seat

August 29, 2026

Okrika-born philanthropist and grassroots politician, Hon. Desmond Stephen, has resigned from the National Democratic Congress, NDC, and joined the Action Democratic Party, ADP. Stephen, who confirmed the development, is now the ADP candidate for Okrika Constituency in the Rivers State House of Assembly election. In a resignation letter dated May 25, 2026, the politician thanked […]

2027: ADC Says Coalition Not Needed as Obi-Kwankwaso Movement Rejects Merger

August 29, 2026

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, says it can defeat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election without relying on an opposition coalition. At the same time, the political platform supporting the Peter Obi-Rabiu Kwankwaso ticket, known as the OK Movement, has rejected proposals to merge with external political bodies. The contrasting positions come amid […]

APC Till 2031: Why Yari’s Remark Sparked Opposition Reactions Ahead of 2027

August 29, 2026

The declaration that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) could remain in power beyond 2031 has sparked fresh political debate, with opposition parties moving swiftly to challenge what they see as an attempt to project long-term dominance ahead of the 2027 elections. The controversy followed comments by Senator Abdul’Aziz Yari, Director-General of President Bola Tinubu’s […]

Fuel Subsidy: Presidency Accuses Atiku of Policy U-Turns, Political Posturing

August 27, 2026

The Presidency has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his position on petrol subsidy, accusing the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate of repeatedly changing his stance ahead of the 2027 election. The Presidency also questioned Atiku’s understanding of the petroleum market, following his declaration that he would restore what he described as a […]