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Kaduna

‘No Going Back’: Kaduna senator dumps PDP for APC

Paul Dada

5 months ago

Describing the move as “a most difficult but ultimately necessary decision”, Katung said it was motivated by a desire to…
PDP, at the zenith of its popularity and relevance, prided itself as largest political party on the African continent. And indeed, it was!

PDP crisis flares again as Wike’s loyalists’ suit halts national convention

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

Justice James Omotosho, in the judgment, held that the PDP failed to comply with relevant conditions and laws for the…
APC vows to displace the ruling APGA in Nov. 8 Anambra governorship election, says state 'too important to be left in the hands of opposition'

“Change is possible” – APC vows to uproot APGA from Anambra

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

Speaking on behalf of the APC Governors’ Forum, the Chairman, Sen. Hope Uzodimma, commended the party faithful for their commitment…
The membership of PDP has been further depleted in Kaduna with the defection of Senator Sunday Katung to the ruling APC.

Kaduna Senator Katung dumps PDP for APC, cites ‘developmental gains’ in his district

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

Katung said his decision to abandon the PDP for APC followed appeals from constituents and engagements with President Bola Tinubu…
Gov. Monday Okpebholo, APC chieftains in Edo endorse President Bola Tinubu for re-election in 2027 amidst encomiums for the Nigerian leader.

2027: Okpebholo leads Edo APC in massive endorsement rally for Tinubu

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

In his remarks, the Minister for Regional Development, Hon. Abubakar Momoh, described President Tinubu’s administration as one that has introduced…
George

Bode George slams Court ruling stopping PDP Convention, warns of crisis

Kazeem Ugbodaga

5 months ago

In his ruling, Justice Omotosho held that the PDP failed to conduct valid state congresses before attempting to elect new…
Lamido

Court rejects Lamido’s bid to stop PDP national convention

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

The former Jigawa governor had dragged PDP to court over claim that he that he was “unlawfully and illegally denied”…
APC Chieftain, Ayiri Emami, says chances of the party in the South South are currently looking brighter compared to the situation in 2023

S’South people now convinced Tinubu has their interests at heart – APC chieftain

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

The APC chieftain expressed happiness that those who were criticising him and a few others in Delta for supporting Tinubu…
Governor Ademola Adeleke expresses confidence that the people of Osun State will reelect him into office for a second term in 2026.

“Osun people will re-elect me overwhelmingly,” Adeleke boasts after screening by PDP

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

The Governor Adeleke further assured the public that the PDP is united and ready for victory in Osun next elections.
Easter Celebration: NSCDC mobilises 2,000 personnel across Edo

45,000 police, 10,250 NSCDC personnel – Massive security for Anambra election unfolds

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

Based on the resolution of the Inter-agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES), the NSCDC alongside other security agencies on…
National Assembly turns down Sen. Natasha's request to resume legislative duties

Political surprise in Senate as Natasha invites Akpabio to Kogi for project commissioning

Femi Fabunmi

5 months ago

The invitation is seen as a sign of reconciliation between the two senators after their disagreement earlier this year. In…
Ekiti

Ekiti 2026: Fresh trouble for APC as aspirant files suit to void Oyebanji’s candidacy

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

Olawumi was among the two aspirants disqualified by APC from participating in the primary. The other aspirant disqualified was Engr.…

Impeachment fear grips Bayelsa as deputy governor drags assembly, IGP to court

Femi Fabunmi

5 months ago

The judge said the order was necessary to ensure justice and fixed November 13 for the defendants to appear. If…
PDP reacts to defection of Maharazu Faru, the lawmaker representing Maradun II constituency in Zamfara House of Assembly to APC.

“You’ll regret abandoning us for APC,” PDP tells Zamfara lawmaker

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

“Come the next elections, our party will win overwhelmingly at all levels —from the wards to the national stage because…
Matawalle

‘How Matawalle, Yari are shrinking PDP for APC in Zamfara’

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

According to the APC, Matawalle and Yari supports to party loyalists across the state have continued to inspire politicians from…
AAC candidate in Anambra poll, Chioma Ifemeludike, warns residents against abandoning her for the incumbent Chukwuma Soludo in the election.

You’ll suffer – AAC’s Ifemeludike warns against abandoning her for Soludo in Anambra election

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

Ifemeludike therefore advised therefore advised residents of Anambra 'not to be deceived', but to come out en masse on November…
The PDP defectors were formally received by the Kebbi State APC Chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Kana-Zuru in Birnin Kebbi.

Fresh setback for PDP as Zamfara lawmaker leads massive defection to APC

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

Salisu noted that in spite of the total support given to PDP-led government in the state during 2023 general elections…
Sule Lamido and Bode George

Bode George to Lamido: You’ll be punished if you drag PDP to court 

Michael Adesina

5 months ago

A member of the PDP Board of Trustees, Chief Bode George, has warned Sule Lamido, that he risks party sanctions…
Again, MURIC demands removal of Prof. Amupitan as INEC Chairman

Amupitan: I will work with National Assembly to deliver credible electoral process

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

Amupitan said he will participate actively in the ongoing process of amendment of the Electoral Act to ensure that the…
Lamido

Lamido locks horns with PDP, threatens court action over nomination form denial

Paul Dada

5 months ago

Lamido’s frustration comes amid tensions surrounding the PDP’s zoning arrangements ahead of its 2027 presidential ticket.
Kenneth Okonkwo

ADC under siege as Kenneth Okonkwo cries out against political harassment

Femi Fabunmi

5 months ago

ADC will form the next government of Nigeria. We are working hard and will defeat the APC.
Kogi Government hails President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the establishment of State Police to transform Nigeria’s security architecture.

Ododo speaks on Ekiti APC governorship primary

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

Ododo, who chaired the APC Governorship Primary Election Committee in Ondo State in April 2024, expressed confidence that the Ekiti…
JB Daudu explains how shifting the burden of proof provision in election cases in the new Electoral Act could damage neutrality of INEC.

Why shifting burden of proof in electoral cases is dangerous for INEC – SAN

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

“Once INEC is made to discharge the burden of proof, it means that INEC could align itself with the respondent…
Police confirm that a lady slumped and died in a popular hotel in Ado Ekiti, the Ekiti state capital on Tuesday.

Oyebanji coasts to victory as APC adopts consensus in Ekiti primary

Femi Fabunmi

5 months ago

The Ekiti governorship election is scheduled for June 20, 2026. Governor Oyebanji became the sole candidate after one of the…
PDP

Disgruntled PDP southeast lawmakers talk tough

Paul Dada

5 months ago

“We don’t want to see PDP suffer more setbacks, still, we will stick to our position at the Ibadan convention…
PDP

PDP elects new officials in Plateau

Isa Isawade

5 months ago

Gov. Caleb Mutfwang, who congratulated the newly elected officials, urged them to work towards leading the party to victory in…
Leader of ADC Young Women Forum cries out Friday after suspected political thugs disrupted the group's meeting of in Eleme LGA of Rivers

Why ADC suspended Dr Sadeeq – party

Isa Isawade

5 months ago

It said the decision was taken after due consultation and in accordance with the party’s constitution and directives from the…
Kabiru Turaki

Kebbi PDP opposes Kabiru Tanimu as National Chairman

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

Kebbi PDP said the North West zone must be allowed to choose its choice for the chairmanship position zoned to…
Former Abia Chief of Staff, Sir Mascot Kalu, explains why he wanted to replace Alex Otti as the governor of the State in 2027.

Abia 2027: Mascot Kalu declares governorship ambition, faults Otti’s administration

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

Speaking while delivering his declaration speech, Kalu pledged to build a government that works for all Abia people especially the…
PDP appoints Eyitayo Jegede chairman of committee that will screen all aspirants for national offices in its forthcoming National Convention

Eyitayo Jegede heads PDP Convention Screening Committee

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 months ago

Former PDP governorship candidate in Edo State, Asue Ighodalo was appointed as the secretary of the 13-member committee,
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