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El-Rufai Made Greatest Mistake by Surrendering Himself, Dalung Warns

March 26, 2026

El-Rufai made greatest mistake by surrendering himself, former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, said. While offering detailed criticism of the actions taken by former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, following his recent arrest and detention by anti-corruption agencies. Dalung spoke during an interview on Trust TV, where he outlined his position on […]

Felix Morka Says It’s Nothing to Worry About Oyo APC Crisis

March 26, 2026

Felix Morka says it’s nothing to worry about Oyo APC crisis, asserting that reported tensions within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State are routine political engagement and not a crisis, as party members position themselves ahead of internal processes. Morka spoke on Wednesday during an interview with ARISE NEWS in Abuja, describing disagreements […]

All 6 Geopolitical Zones Rally Behind Tinubu as APC Sets Stage for 2027 Victory

March 26, 2026

All 6 geopolitical zones rally behind Tinubu as the All Progressives Congress (APC) conducted zonal congresses across Nigeria, re‑electing party leaders and consolidating support structures around President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Party stakeholders adopted motions of unity, including the formal adoption of President Tinubu as the sole presidential candidate in the North‑Central zone and reaffirmed organisational […]

Opposition Leaders Visit Kwankwaso, Stress Opposition Unity Talks

March 25, 2026

Prominent opposition figures including former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and former Bayelsa State Governor Seriake Dickson visited Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso at his Kano residence on Monday, marking a high‑profile engagement among opposition leaders in advance of the 2027 general elections. The visit, which coincided with the Sallah […]

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ADC Targets APC on Insecurity, Announces Party Congress Schedule

March 25, 2026

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday criticised the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) over what it described as worsening insecurity in Nigeria, while also closing ranks within its own leadership and unveiling plans for nationwide party congresses and a national convention. The party’s National Chairman, David Mark, and National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, outlined […]

PDP Crisis: Makinde, Wike Camps Begin Reconciliation Talks

March 25, 2026

The camps of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, have initiated reconciliation efforts within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the party seeks to resolve its internal crisis ahead of the 2027 general elections. The move signals a shift toward dialogue following prolonged leadership disputes that have […]

PDP Crisis Deepens as Governors Reject Wike’s Consensus Leadership Plan Ahead of 2027

March 25, 2026

The leadership crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) deepened on Tuesday, March 25, 2026, as a bloc of governors elected on the party’s platform distanced themselves from consensus candidates endorsed by a faction aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The governors rejected the process that produced the candidates for […]

Makinde Declares Oyo PDP November Congress Valid, Vows Full 2027 Ballot Presence

March 24, 2026

The Governor of Seyi Makinde has affirmed that the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) congress held in November 2025 in Oyo State remains valid and that the party will maintain an active presence in forthcoming elections, including the 2027 general polls. The governor, who is also a leading figure in the party’s organisational structure, made the […]

Emerging Alliances Stir Reaction in Kano APC as Makinde‑Wike Dispute Deepens

March 24, 2026

A high‑profile meeting involving prominent political figures has elicited reactions from members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State as political dynamics within and beyond the state continue to evolve. The gathering brought together Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, NNPP national leader Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and […]

Wike Blasts PDP Leadership: “You Started a Fight You Couldn’t Win

March 23, 2026

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticised the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating that the party initiated a crisis it is unable to manage. Wike made the remarks while addressing political developments within the PDP, amid ongoing internal disagreements and divisions among party members. His comments come […]