Category: Politics

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With elections ahead, Abia residents are being urged to do one key thing first—get their Permanent Voter Cards. Nsulu, Abia State, — Governor Alex Otti has launched a grassroots mobilisation campaign across Abia State, urging residents to register and obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of the upcoming Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) registration…

APC SETTLES FOR GUBIO AS BORNO CONSENSUS GOVERNORSHIP CANDIDATE

May 4, 2026

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Maiduguri, May 1, 2026 — The APC in Borno has adopted Mustafa Gubio as its consensus governorship candidate ahead of the 2027 elections. Governor Babagana Zulum presented Gubio to Vice President Kashim Shettima in Abuja, saying the decision followed wide consultations and reflects party unity in the state. Zulum also credited President Bola Tinubu for…

PRP WELCOMES BABA-AHMED, HAILS “NEW DAWN” FOR PARTY

Apr 30, 2026

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The Peoples Redemption Party is rolling out the red carpet for a big political heavyweight—and calling it a fresh start for Nigeria’s future. Abuja, April 30, 2026 — The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has officially welcomed former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Baba-Ahmed, into its ranks. In a statement, the party described his defection as…

YOBE APC BACKS BABA WALI FOR 2027 GOVERNORSHIP

Apr 30, 2026

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Damaturu, April 30, 2026 — The Yobe APC Critical Stakeholders’ Forum has endorsed Alhaji Baba Wali as its preferred governorship candidate for 2027. The endorsement came after a meeting in Abuja led by Governor Mai Mala Buni and Sen. Ibrahim Geidam, Minister of Police Affairs. Stakeholders described Wali, a former SSG, as experienced, steady, and…

TIMI TO BOMADI/PATANI: DROP PERSONAL LOYALTY, VOTE PERFORMANCE IN 2027

Apr 30, 2026

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Abuja, April 30, 2026 — Dr Tonye Timi of the South/South Development Commission (SSDC) has advised stakeholders in Bomadi/Patani Federal Constituency to prioritise performance over personal loyalty ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking in Abuja, Timi said true democracy thrives on accountability, not familiarity, stressing that representation must be judged by results, not tenure or…

MORO MONARCHS DEMAND FAIR TREATMENT IN KWARA

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The Moro Descendants Development Union has accused the Kwara State Government of sidelining traditional rulers in Moro LGA for over two decades. Its President, Rueben Akano, says since 2003, Moro chiefs have been excluded from all grading and upgrading exercises—despite similar communities benefiting. He pointed out that while 65 monarchs in Kwara South were recently…

NNPP SETS MAY 26 PRIMARIES, PUSHES CONSENSUS MODEL AHEAD OF 2027

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The New Nigeria People’s Party has fixed May 26 for its primaries across all elective positions—from state assemblies to the presidency. According to spokesman Ladipo Johnson, the party will adopt a consensus approach nationwide, aiming to avoid internal clashes as it prepares for the big race. The date has already been communicated to Independent National…

2027: OPPOSITION ALLIANCE WILL FAIL WITHOUT SACRIFICE — PEARSE

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A PDP chieftain, Adetokunbo Pearse, says the opposition’s plan to field a single candidate in 2027 sounds good but will only work if egos are parked. Speaking after talks involving the Peoples Democratic Party and African Democratic Congress, Pearse stressed that unity, discipline and compromise are non-negotiable. He warned that past alliances—like the 2019 coalition—collapsed…

APC HEAVYWEIGHTS STORM EKITI AS OYEBANJI KICKS OFF RE-ELECTION BID.

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