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INEC Delay Affects NNPP Membership E‑Registration, Party Founder Says

March 12, 2026

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has stated that a delay by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in uploading the party’s current leadership information on its electronic platform is affecting the party’s nationwide membership registration drive, the party’s founder said on Thursday in Lagos. Dr Boniface Aniebonam, founder and Chairman of the NNPP Board […]

Senators Explain Reasons for Leaving Former Parties to Join NNPP

March 12, 2026

A group of Nigerian senators who recently left their previous political parties have explained their reasons for joining the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), citing the need for leadership recognition, alignment with collective objectives and structural support, they said on Thursday in Abuja. The lawmakers addressed the matter at a press briefing held at the […]

2027 Enugu Race: Political Narrative Puts Mbah, Nnaji in Spotlight

March 12, 2026

A political commentary circulating online has claimed that the governor of Peter Mbah has effectively conceded the 2027 governorship contest in Enugu State to former federal minister Uche Geoffrey Nnaji. However, no official statement from the Enugu State Government or relevant political authorities confirms that the governor has withdrawn from or conceded any future electoral […]

2027: It’s Time to Bury the Hatchet, Natasha Tells PDP Leaders

March 10, 2026

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central in the Senate, has called on leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to embrace reconciliation and unity in the interest of the party and the country. The senator made the appeal following the recent judgment of the Court of Appeal concerning the party’s national convention. She […]

Wike: Court Ruling Clears Way for PDP Rebuild and Reconciliation

March 9, 2026

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has described the recent ruling of the Court of Appeal nullifying the national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) held in Ibadan in November 2025 as an opportunity for the party to rebuild and reconcile its members. The appellate court ruled that the party acted […]

Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal Defects from PDP to APC

March 9, 2026

Dauda Lawal, the Governor of Zamfara State, has announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made on Monday at the Government House in Gusau by the Deputy Governor, Mani Mallam Mummuni, who represented the governor during the declaration. According to Mummuni, the decision followed […]

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Nwoye Declares for APC Deputy National Chair, Pledges to Mobilise Southern Nigeria

March 8, 2026

Dr. Ben Nwoye, the immediate past Caretaker Committee Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State, has announced his intention to contest for the position of Deputy National Chairman (South) of the party at its forthcoming national convention. Nwoye made the declaration during a telephone interview, where he also unveiled members of his […]

Osun 2026: APC, Adeleke Exchange Sharp Words as Governorship Battle Heats Up

March 8, 2026

Political tensions have heightened in Osun State as the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) and Governor Ademola Adeleke exchanged criticisms ahead of the August 15 governorship election in the state. The APC accused Governor Adeleke of mismanaging the state’s finances and favouring his hometown in the recruitment of teachers. In a statement issued by the […]

Stakeholders Warn Adeleke Against Automatic Tickets for Lawmakers

March 8, 2026

A coalition of political stakeholders and grassroots mobilisers within the Accord Party in Osun State has cautioned Governor Ademola Adeleke against approving automatic tickets for incumbent federal lawmakers, warning that such a move could trigger internal tensions within the party. The group expressed its concerns in a statement issued in Osogbo, the state capital, and […]

Four Ministers May Exit Tinubu’s Cabinet Ahead of 2027 Elections

March 7, 2026

At least four ministers serving in the cabinet of President Bola Tinubu are preparing to leave their positions as they consider contesting elective offices in the 2027 general elections. Findings by Saturday PUNCH indicate that the ministers are weighing resignation from the Federal Executive Council in order to pursue political ambitions in their respective states. […]