APP Chieftain Condemns Alleged Attack on Party Secretariat
A chieftain of the Action Peoples Party (APP), Mazi Chima Matthew Amadi, has condemned the alleged vandalism of the party’s facilities in Imo State, describing it as an attack on democratic values and political freedom ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Monday in Owerri, Amadi alleged that the party’s state […]
Court Strikes Out Amaechi’s Suit Against Atiku
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday struck out a pre-election suit filed by former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi challenging the emergence of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Justice Joyce Abdulmalik struck out the case after Amaechi’s counsel, Jibrin Okutepa (SAN), informed the […]
Six Oyo APC Aspirants Reject Alli’s Candidacy
Six governorship aspirants in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State have rejected the emergence of Senator Sharafadeen Alli as the party’s candidate for the 2027 governorship election, alleging that due process was not followed. The APC recently announced Alli as its governorship candidate after its primary election, which featured 11 aspirants, including Chief […]
Bala Mohammed Reshuffles Cabinet, Sacks Two Commissioners
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has dismissed two commissioners in a minor cabinet reshuffle aimed at repositioning his administration. The affected officials are Mohammed Salis Gamawa, Commissioner for Commerce, Industries and Investment, and Dr Mohammed Lawal Rimin Zayam, who most recently served as Commissioner for Power, Science and Technology after previously heading the Ministry of […]
Petition Seeks Probe of Peter Obi Over Flight Identity Claims
A petition has been submitted to the Federal Government calling for an investigation into Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi over allegations that he travelled with a passenger who allegedly used multiple identities on commercial flights. The petition, dated July 12, 2026, was addressed to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus […]
Court of Appeal Upholds INEC 2027 Election Timetable, Sets Aside High Court Judgment
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has overturned the Federal High Court judgment that nullified timelines released by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, for the 2027 general elections. In a unanimous decision delivered on Thursday by a three-member panel, the appellate court granted INEC’s appeal and set aside the May 20 ruling of the […]
Okonkwo Says Obi’s Exit Left South-East Disadvantaged
Kenneth Okonkwo, spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, says Peter Obi’s exit from the party left the South-East politically disadvantaged ahead of the party’s presidential primary. Speaking on Channels Television’s Morning Brief on Thursday, Okonkwo made the remarks while responding to questions about why former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, […]
ADC Seeks Probe, Urges Umahi to Step Aside
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on the Minister of Works, David Umahi, to step aside pending an independent investigation into the death of Mary Habila, who reportedly died at his residence. The demand was made in a statement issued on Wednesday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi. According to the ADC, […]
Kwankwaso Urges Northern, South-East Political Unity
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) vice-presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso has called for stronger political cooperation between Northern Nigeria and the South-East, saying leaders from both regions should embrace reconciliation and work together in the national interest. Speaking in an interview with BBC Igbo, the former Kano State governor said Northern leaders had resolved to strengthen ties […]
Barau Praises Oluremi Tinubu’s Punctuality in Senate
Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin has commended First Lady Oluremi Tinubu for what he described as her punctuality and commitment to legislative duties during her years in the Senate, saying dedication to public service attracts rewards. Barau made the remark on Tuesday during plenary while supporting a proposal that senators’ attendance be recorded at the […]
