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PDP Crisis Over, Wike Declares as Party Opens Doors to Returnees

April 3, 2026

PDP crisis over as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, declared that the internal disputes within the Peoples Democratic Party have been resolved, urging aggrieved members to return and contribute to rebuilding the party. The Peoples Democratic Party has experienced prolonged internal divisions, including leadership disputes and factional disagreements that affected its national […]

Uzodimma Wike Rivalry Deepens Over Tinubu Campaign Moves

April 2, 2026

Uzodimma Wike rivalry has intensified as political tensions grow over the mobilisation strategy for President Bola Tinubu’s campaign efforts in the South-East and South-South regions, with both camps asserting influence over party coordination in the zones. The emerging Uzodimma Wike rivalry reflects internal dynamics within the All Progressives Congress as leaders position themselves ahead of […]

ADC Rejects INEC Ruling Interpretation Over Leadership Dispute

April 1, 2026

ADC rejects INEC ruling interpretation as the African Democratic Congress faulted the Independent National Electoral Commission’s position on a recent Court of Appeal judgment concerning its leadership dispute, describing the commission’s stance as inconsistent with facts and due process. The leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress has intensified following conflicting claims over the party’s […]

Bala Mohammed Meeting with APC Chairman Fuels Defection Talks

April 1, 2026

Bala Mohammed meeting with the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress has drawn attention amid ongoing political consultations, as Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed engaged in talks that have intensified speculation around possible defection ahead of the 2027 elections. Governor Bala Mohammed, a leading member of the Peoples Democratic Party and chairman of the […]

Bauchi Gov Defection to ADC Set for Thursday Declaration

March 31, 2026

Bauchi gov defection to the African Democratic Congress is set to be formally declared on Thursday, as Governor Bala Mohammed signalled his intention to leave the Peoples Democratic Party amid ongoing political realignments ahead of the 2027 elections. Governor Bala Mohammed, a serving governor under the Peoples Democratic Party, has been a prominent political figure […]

Gawuna Joins ADC, Pledges Loyalty to Kwankwaso in Kano

March 31, 2026

The 2023 governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Kano State, Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna joins ADC (African Democratic Congress) and declared loyalty to Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso during his registration in Kano. The defection comes amid ongoing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. Kano State remains a key political stronghold in northern […]

27 Reps Defection List Released as Lawmakers Switch Parties

March 31, 2026

The 27 reps defection list has been released, detailing members of the House of Representatives who formally announced their defection to new political parties during plenary. The announcement reflects ongoing political shifts within Nigeria’s lower legislative chamber. Defections within Nigeria’s National Assembly have remained a recurring feature of the political system, often linked to internal […]

Court Bars Turaki‑Led Faction from PDP National Secretariat

March 31, 2026

A Federal High Court ruling Court bars Turaki‑led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party from accessing the party’s national secretariat in Abuja, restraining the group led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki from using or entering the headquarters amid a protracted leadership crisis. The judge also ordered adequate security for the rival faction aligned with the Minister […]

Atiku Denies Quitting Politics, Warns Against Disinformation

March 30, 2026

Atiku denies quitting politics as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar dismissed reports suggesting he had withdrawn from active political participation, warning that such claims are false and part of deliberate disinformation. The clarification was issued in response to circulating reports about his political future. Atiku Abubakar, a former Vice President of Nigeria and presidential candidate […]

Kwankwaso resigns NNPP amid major political realignment

March 29, 2026

Kwankwaso resigns NNPP with immediate effect, citing what he described as “strategic realignment” amid Nigeria’s evolving political landscape. The former Kano State governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, announced the decision in a statement addressed to party leadership and supporters. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, who served as the party’s National […]