Tag: #2027Elections
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AGBELEBU JOINS AGEGE RACE, EYES ASSEMBLY SEAT
Former Agege LGA Vice Chairman, Gbenga Abiola (aka Agbelebu), has declared his bid for the Agege Constituency I seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly ahead of 2027. Speaking in Dopemu, Abiola said he would only run if Speaker Mudashiru Obasa chooses not to recontest, pledging loyalty to his political mentor and promising to…
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GROUPS RALLY BEHIND OSHINOWO FOR KOSOFE REPS SEAT
Several groups in Kosofe, including JAGG and community organisations, have thrown their weight behind former Agboyi-Ketu LCDA chairman, Dele Oshinowo, urging him to run for the House of Representatives under the APC. The endorsement came after a stakeholders’ meeting in Agboyi-Ketu, where supporters praised his track record in education, healthcare, infrastructure and grassroots empowerment. Convener…
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APC FIRES BACK AT MAKINDE OVER ‘OPERATION WETIE’ REMARK
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has slammed Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, over his mention of “Operation Wetie” at an opposition summit in Ibadan, calling it reckless and a threat to national security. APC spokesman, Felix Morka, said invoking one of Nigeria’s darkest political violence episodes was “dangerous incitement,” especially from a sitting governor responsible…
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TRADITIONAL HONOUR: TINUBU, ONYEJEOCHA BAG CHIEFTAINCY TITLES IN ABIA
Tinubu and Onyejeocha receive royal recognition as 2027 moves quietly into focus. Traditional rulers in Umunneochi, Abia State, have conferred the title “Ike Oha 1” (Strength of the People) on Bola Ahmed Tinubu, citing his support and appointment of their daughter, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, into his cabinet. The honour came during a civic reception in Isuochi,…
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PVC PUSH: SOUTHERN KADUNA DECLARES ‘REGISTRATION EMERGENCY’ AHEAD OF 2027
Stakeholders under the Forum of Southern Kaduna CDAs have declared a “state of emergency” on voter registration, warning that low turnout in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) could weaken the zone’s political influence. Chairman, Dr Samuel Achie, raised the concern at a major meeting in Kachia, urging leaders across 54 ethnic groups to ramp…
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ACCORD PARTY FIXES NOMINATION FEES, SETS APRIL 25 DEADLINE FOR ASPIRANTS
Aspiring to run under the Accord Party? The clock is ticking—and the price tag is now officially on the table. The Accord Party has released its nomination fees for the 2027 general elections, while also warning that its political “entry window” will close on April 25. Lagos State Chairman, Dele Oladeji, announced this following the…
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INEC FREEZES ADC, DELETES DAVID MARK-LED NWC FROM PORTAL
Nigeria’s electoral umpire has hit pause on all ADC activities as a fierce leadership battle heads to court. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will remove the National Working Committee led by David Mark from its portal and stop dealing with any faction of the African Democratic Congress until the courts decide who…
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SARAKI RALLIES KWARA PDP FOR SHOWDOWN CONVENTION
Former Senate President calls for unity, maturity and a united push to reclaim Kwara. Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has urged members of the Peoples Democratic Party in Kwara to close ranks and stay focused ahead of the party’s crucial national convention. Speaking at a pre-convention dinner with Kwara delegates and stakeholders in Abuja, Saraki…
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KWARA PDP RALLIES FOR ABUJA CONVENTION AHEAD OF 2027
Kwara PDP leaders are closing ranks and heading to Abuja—saying the upcoming national convention could shape the party’s path to the 2027 elections. Leaders, elders and aspirants of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State have agreed to fully participate in the party’s national convention scheduled for March 29, 2026 in Abuja. The decision…
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NO PVC, NO VOTE: INEC URGES ENUGU RESIDENTS TO ACT NOW
With 2027 elections on the horizon, INEC is calling on residents to pick up their PVCs and register early—before it’s too late. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged residents of Enugu State to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and participate in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR). Speaking in Enugu, Resident Electoral…
