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Atikulates vs Obidients: The Scramble for the Soul of ADC

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

In spite of the record, their union did not survive the next election cycle. A separation of ways came in…

PDP crisis: Turaki faction reacts to plan Wike-backed group to reopen national secretariat

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

Ememobong said his faction of the PDP has already written to the Inspector General of and the Commissioner of Police,…

Why we postponed Ibadan mega open air meeting indefinitely – Oyo APC

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

adare said the opportunity of the planned meeting would also be used to formally welcome some bigwigs and their supporters…

PDP to reopen secretariat Monday – Caretaker Committee

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

“No other person should parade himself or herself as a member of the NWC of the PDP.

APC chair flags ‘silent disenfranchisement’ of election-day worker

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

He noted that by the time he assumed office, work on the Electoral Bill had largely been completed, but early…

PDP crisis: Turaki faction fumes over INEC’s recognition of Wike-backed leaders

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

The Turaki led faction of PDP insisted that there is no provision for a National Caretaker Committee in its constitution…

Abaribe, 12 other senators insist Senate passed clause on e-transmission of results

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

Abaribe also reiterated that a committee had been set up to harmonise the passed version of the senate and that…

“Your legal battles distracting INEC,”, Amupitan tells political parties’ leaders

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

Amupitan also expressed concerns over increasing internal crossing within political parties, urging party leaders to prioritise constructive dialogue over divisive…

INEC registers two new political parties

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

The development was announced in Abuja by INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, during the commission’s quarterly consultative meeting with leaders…

Senate rejection of electronic transmission of results sparks ADC outrage

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

The ADC called on Nigerians to hold the ruling party accountable for undermining democracy.

Suswam joins APC hours after dumping PDP

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Despite his exit, the former governor expressed appreciation to the PDP for the opportunities it afforded him over the years,…

JUST IN: Senate Passes Electoral Act Amendment Bill

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

The bill was approved on Wednesday after lawmakers concluded a clause-by-clause consideration in the Committee of the Whole, a process…

JUST IN: Senate rejects Mandatory Electronic Result Transmission

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

By this decision, the chamber left the choice of how and when results are uploaded to the discretion of the…

2027 Elections at risk as INEC raises alarm over Electoral Act Amendment delay

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has raised concerns over delays in amending the Electoral Act, even as it announced…

Ex-Benue Governor Suswam dumps PDP, says Party trapped in Endless Crisis

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Former Governor of Benue State, Gabriel Suswam has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing persistent and unresolved internal conflicts…

FCT polls: INEC tasks media on professionalism, mobilisation of voters

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

The INEC commissioner reminded journalists that the INEC portal for media accreditation would close on Feb. 8, urging interested organisations…

Grassroots power driving APC’s expansion nationwide, Yilwatda insists

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 weeks ago

On the economy, the APC chairman said reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have strengthened state finances, enabling governors to…

I was with Wike, but I’ve repented – Makinde blasts PDP faction

Michael Adesina

3 weeks ago

Speaking during the commissioning of the newly constructed PDP Secretariat in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, Makinde questioned Wike’s achievements in his home…

Wike slams Turaki: Court vindicates my PDP faction, Stop lying to Nigerians

Michael Adesina

3 weeks ago

Speaking during the PDP National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held yesterday in Abuja, Wike questioned Turaki’s earlier claim that the…

Critics miss big picture on Tinubu’s travels- APC chairman

Paul Dada

3 weeks ago

“These missions have been focused on economic cooperation, trade expansion, and enhanced strategic partnerships,” he added.

Electoral fraud is democracy’s worst crime – Oshiomhole

Paul Dada

3 weeks ago

According to him, Nigeria’s existing electoral laws already spell out punishments for electoral offences. “On vote buying, there are penalties.…

Wike’s PDP announces date for convention

Paul Dada

3 weeks ago

It equally urged stakeholders, supporters and members of PDP across the country and in the diaspora to remain steadfast, law-abiding…

Obasanjo, Osoba, Abiodun storm Ogun at 50 Interfaith Thanksgiving in Abeokuta

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 weeks ago

Addressing the gathering, Governor Abiodun said Ogun State had recorded remarkable progress since its creation in 1976, citing major gains…

APC accuses ADC of disinformation over party enrolment

Paul Dada

3 weeks ago

“That claim is entirely false and baseless, and seeks to cast a shadow over the cutting-edge and pathbreaking digitisation of…

Princess Oyefusi Urges Tinubu to Sign Electoral Act Amendment Before Party Primaries

Abimbola Aderinola

3 weeks ago

The memorandum, dated February 2, 2026, and issued from the Royal Castle of Mercy, Lowa, Ikorodu, frames the proposed amendment…

2027: Defections won’t guarantee APC cictory – Bala Na’Allah

Paul Dada

3 weeks ago

“The APC has to work to seriously convince the people that whatever they are going through is reasonably necessary for…

Governance vs Politics: Obi, Tinubu allies trade words

Femi Fabunmi

3 weeks ago

He argued that Tinubu practices democratic socialism, an ideology championed by Awolowo, and said many of Tinubu’s policies reflect Awolowo’s…

Otti plots LP’s future after victory of Nenadi-Usman leadership

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 weeks ago

Otti who was addressing key stakeholders, including members of the party’s Board of Trustees, the National Working Committee (NWC) and…

“We’re the problem of Nigeria, pray for us,” Peter Obi begs Nigerians

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 weeks ago

“Remember us in your prayers that God should touch our hearts to use public money for public good, Obi said.

‘Born again’ party member rejoins APC three years after dumping it

Paul Dada

3 weeks ago

“The position I held for about nine months. But somehow, in the build up to the 2023 elections, some of…

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