Yesufu Dismisses Bwala, Calls for Good Governance
Human rights activist Aisha Yesufu has dismissed comments made by presidential aide Daniel Bwala regarding former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi. Speaking on Thursday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Yesufu said she would not engage in discussions about Bwala, describing such conversations as unworthy of attention. “First of all, there’s no […]
Rhodes-Vivour Reaffirms ADC Membership Amid Opposition Shifts
Former Lagos State governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has reaffirmed his membership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), despite ongoing defections and realignments within Nigeria’s opposition. In a statement released Tuesday, Rhodes-Vivour acknowledged the growing instability within opposition ranks, noting that some political figures have chosen to move to other platforms. “We are living through a […]
Peter Obi Dumps ADC, Cites Toxic Political Climate
Former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, has announced his resignation from the African Democratic Congress, attributing his decision to worsening internal crises and a hostile political environment. In a message shared on Sunday, Obi described Nigeria’s political space as increasingly toxic, marked by intimidation, insecurity, and sustained scrutiny of individuals seeking to serve. He noted […]
ADC Faces Tough Choice Over 2027 Presidential Candidate
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is grappling with internal tensions over selecting a single presidential candidate for the 2027 election, despite a recent Supreme Court ruling that cleared the party to remain on the ballot. The decision has exposed divisions within the party, with multiple high-profile aspirants and competing interests threatening to complicate the process. […]
Peter Obi Calls for Urgent Wage Review, Says Minimum Wage No Longer Sustainable
Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for an urgent review of workers’ wages in Nigeria, warning that worsening economic conditions are eroding the value of labour and deepening hardship across the country. In a statement released on Friday to mark Workers’ Day, Obi commended Nigerian workers across all sectors, describing them as the backbone […]
Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, Others Converge in Ibadan for Opposition Summit
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has arrived in Ibadan for a high-level opposition leaders’ summit hosted by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. He joined a gathering of prominent political figures, including former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola. The summit has drawn a […]
: PDP Chieftain Warns Wike Weakens Party’s 2027 Chances
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dan Ulasi, has warned that the party may struggle to unseat Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election if Nyesom Wike continues to serve as its national leader while supporting the president. Ulasi, speaking during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday, said the situation reflected contradictions […]
Lawyer: INEC Lacks Power to Decide ADC Leadership Dispute
A legal practitioner, Nura Ahmad Muhammad, has said the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) lacks constitutional authority to determine the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), insisting that internal party disputes remain matters for judicial resolution. Speaking to journalists, Muhammad described the ongoing leadership crisis within the ADC as a common occurrence in political […]
Peter Obi Warns Over US Security Advisory on Nigeria
Former pesidencial aspirant Peter Obi has described the recent security advisory issued by the United States government as a serious warning sign for Nigeria, saying it reflects declining international confidence in the country’s security situation. In a statement titled “US Security Alarm on Nigeria: A Bad Omen,” Obi said the evacuation of non-essential staff from […]
Opposition Leaders Protest INEC Decisions in Abuja
Leaders and members of the African Democratic Congress staged a protest in Abuja on Wednesday, accusing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of actions they said undermined democracy and interfered with the party’s internal leadership. The demonstration, tagged #OccupyINEC, drew several prominent opposition figures to the Maitama Roundabout in the Federal Capital Territory. Among those […]
