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, […]
Expert Urges Transparency Over IMF’s N8.8tn Spending Report
The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) disclosure of ₦8.8 trillion in unrecorded government expenditure has intensified scrutiny of the Federal Government’s fiscal transparency, prompting renewed calls for greater accountability in public finance management. The IMF raised the issue in its June 2026 Article IV Consultation report, stating that Nigeria recorded ₦8.8 trillion in expenditure that was […]
Peter Obi Urges Nigerians to Register to Vote
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged eligible Nigerians to take advantage of the ongoing voter registration exercise, describing it as the foundation for building a better nation. In a post on his verified X account on Thursday, Obi said meaningful change begins with voter registration, stressing that the power to shape […]
Peter Obi Calls for Transparent Borrowing Practices
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has urged Nigeria to adopt a more transparent and accountable approach to public borrowing, citing South Africa’s recent $1 billion loan arrangement as a model. In a statement shared on his verified X account on Thursday, Obi said borrowing is not inherently harmful, provided […]
Lawyer Slams Okonkwo Over Opposition to Atiku-Amaechi Ticket
Human rights lawyer Maduabuchi Idam has criticized African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo over his opposition to the party’s presidential ticket pairing former Vice President Atiku Abubakar with former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi. Okonkwo had rejected the choice of Amaechi as Atiku’s running mate, arguing that the vice-presidential slot should go to a […]
Peter Obi Faults Deregistration of Political Parties
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has criticised the Federal High Court’sdecision to deregister several political parties, describing the move as a threat to public confidence in Nigeria’s democratic and judicial institutions. In a statement posted on his X account, Obi warned against what he called the growing politicisation of institutions […]
NDC Dismisses Crisis, Targets Aso Rock in 2027
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has dismissed reports of internal divisions, insisting that the party remains united and focused on winning the 2027 presidential election. In a statement posted on its verified X account on Friday, the party denied claims of a crisis within its ranks, stressing that its attention is firmly on its political […]
NDC Aspirant Denies Fraud Claims Against Peter Obi
A House of Representatives aspirant of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Obunike Ohaegbu, popularly known as Nwa Miss, has denied allegations linking him to claims that Peter Obi defrauded aspirants during the party’s primary elections. The controversy followed comments by Nollywood actor and politician Kenneth Okonkwo during an interview on Channels Television, where he accused […]
2027: Datti Says He Advised Obi to Work With Kwankwaso
Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate Datti Baba-Ahmed has revealed that he advised Peter Obi to align politically with former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso long before reports of a possible alliance between the two politicians emerged. Baba-Ahmed made the disclosure during an interview on Symfoni TV, where he spoke about opposition politics and coalition-building ahead […]
Cubana Chief Priest Explains Support for Tinubu
Nigerian businessman and socialite Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has explained why he withdrew his support for former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and aligned himself with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Cubana Chief Priest was among several celebrities who openly backed Obi during the 2023 presidential election campaign. However, ahead […]
