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South West PDP Condemns Claims Against Makinde Over Oyo Abductions

June 5, 2026

The South West chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly rejected recent claims against Makinde linking the Oyo State governor to the abduction of pupils and teachers in parts of the state. The party described the allegations made by former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose as reckless, insensitive, and capable of undermining efforts […]

Rivers ADC Dismisses Rainbow Coalition Influence Ahead of 2027

June 4, 2026

The Rivers State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has downplayed the political influence of the Rainbow Coalition, rejecting claims that the alliance has become the dominant political force in the state ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party said electoral strength can only be measured through voter support and democratic processes. The […]

‘Obi Don’t Own Me’: Datti Explains Why He Rejected ADC Move, Left Labour Party

June 3, 2026

Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has defended his decision to leave the Labour Party and join the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), insisting that Obi don’t own me and that his political decisions are guided by personal conviction rather than loyalty to any individual. Baba-Ahmed, who was the running mate of Peter Obi […]

“No one is better off” under Tinubu government, says SDP’s Adebayo

June 1, 2026

Social Democratic Party, SDP, presidential candidate, Adewole Adebayo, has declared that No one is better off under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, arguing that worsening economic hardship, insecurity and declining living conditions have left many Nigerians struggling despite repeated government assurances about ongoing reforms. Adebayo made the remarks while assessing the performance of […]

2027: Governors face fierce battles to retain seats, produce successors amid rising political tension

June 1, 2026

Governors across Nigeria are heading into an intense political season as they face governors battles 2027 marked by struggles to retain their seats, install successors, and manage fractured alliances ahead of the 2027 general elections. Political calculations across states are already being shaped by incumbency advantage, defections, internal party conflicts and the growing influence of […]

Atiku and Hayatu-Deen hold reconciliation meeting after ADC primary tensions

May 31, 2026

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and businessman Mohammed Hayatu-Deen have held a closed-door reconciliation meeting following tensions that emerged after the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential primary, with Atiku and Hayatu-Deen seeking to ease concerns over the disputed contest and strengthen party unity ahead of the 2027 general election. The reconciliation effort followed growing controversy […]

Vice presidential partnership proposed as Peter Obi outlines role for Kwankwaso in 2027

May 31, 2026

Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has described a potential alliance with Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso ahead of the 2027 election as a vice presidential partnership, insisting that any running mate under his administration would be treated as a partner in governance rather than a ceremonial figure. Discussions about opposition alliances have […]

Insecurity concerns in Oyo escalate as APC demands Makinde’s resignation

May 31, 2026

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has called on Governor Seyi Makinde to resign, citing growing insecurity concerns in Oyo following recent violent incidents that have heightened public anxiety and renewed criticism of the state’s security management efforts. The opposition party’s demand followed a series of security incidents that have generated widespread debate […]

Rivers governorship candidate plan emerges as Wike backs joint selection

May 31, 2026

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has disclosed that political stakeholders in Rivers State are considering a consensus arrangement that could see major political parties jointly agree on a single Rivers governorship candidate ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The proposal comes amid ongoing political realignments in Rivers State following the prolonged […]

Political tensions deepen in Delta, Rivers, Kano, Ogun as 2027 battles intensify

May 31, 2026

Escalating political tensions across Delta, Rivers, Kano, Ogun, Kogi, Gombe, Edo and other states are exposing deep cracks within major political parties as governors, lawmakers, former office holders and influential political blocs battle for control ahead of the 2027 general elections. The latest wave of political tensions follows controversial party primaries and succession struggles that […]