Sowore Declares Intention To Contest 2027 Presidential Election
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, Omoyele Sowore, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election. Sowore made the announcement during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Friday, where he disclosed that preparations for the party’s primary election were already underway. Responding to a question on […]
Court Dismisses Suit Seeking to Bar Ireti Kingibe From ADC Activities
The Federal High Court has struck out a suit seeking to stop Ireti Kingibe from participating in the activities of the African Democratic Congress. Delivering judgment in Abuja, Justice Peter Lifu ruled that issues relating to discipline and suspension within a political party are internal matters that do not require court intervention. The suit stemmed […]
Fayemi Warns APC Against Internal Crisis Over Consensus Politics
Former Ekiti State governor, Kayode Fayemi, has warned that the growing reliance on consensus arrangements within the All Progressives Congress could trigger internal crises and weaken the party’s democratic foundation. Speaking during an interview on State Affairs, a podcast hosted by Edmund Obilo, Fayemi said the APC had gradually drifted away from the ideals upon which […]
Governor Mutfwang Wins Re-election Ticket
Governor Caleb Mutfwang has emerged as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 general elections in Plateau State. Mutfwang secured victory after polling the highest number of votes in the party’s governorship primary election conducted across the state. Announcing the result on Friday in Jos, the Chairman of the Election […]
Gov. Abiodun Appoints Olanrewaju Saka as Ogun Head of Service
Governor Dapo Abiodun has approved the appointment of Olanrewaju Iskeel Saka as the new Head of the Public Service of Ogun State. The appointment follows the statutory retirement of the immediate past Head of Service, Kehinde Onasanya. Until his appointment, Saka served as Permanent Secretary, Bureau of Cabinet and Special Services. He joined the Ogun […]
House Republicans Delay Vote on Iran War Powers Resolution Amid Growing Opposition
House Republicans on Thursday postponed a vote on legislation aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s authority to continue U.S. military operations in Iran after it became apparent the measure had enough support to pass. Lawmakers are now expected to vote on the resolution in June following Congress’ return from the Memorial Day recess. Support within […]
DNC Report Examines Democratic Losses in 2024 Election
The Democratic National Committee on Thursday released a long-awaited internal report analyzing what went wrong for Democrats and former Vice President Kamala Harris in their 2024 election defeat to President Donald Trump. The report, prepared by Democratic strategist Paul Rivera, has sparked months of internal debate within the party and was reportedly disputed by some […]
Fuel Subsidy Beneficiaries Behind Insecurity, Sabotaging Reforms — Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has alleged that individuals and groups who benefited from the former fuel subsidy regime and foreign exchange round-tripping are attempting to destabilise Nigeria in reaction to ongoing economic reforms by his administration. The President made the remarks during the public presentation of the book, “The NADECO Story,” and an award ceremony organised by […]
Hamzat Wins Lagos APC Governorship Primary Ahead of 2027
Lagos State Deputy Governor, Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress governorship primary election in Lagos State ahead of the 2027 general elections. Announcing the results at the collation centre located at the APC Secretariat in Ikeja, the Returning Officer, Jonathan Temlong, said Hamzat polled 657,917 votes to defeat his rival, […]
Presidency Denies Report on Renaming Nigeria, Abolishing Sharia Law
The Presidency has dismissed as false a viral report alleging that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu plans to initiate constitutional amendments to rename Nigeria the “United States of Nigeria” and abolish Sharia Law in the North. In a statement issued on Thursday, presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga described the report as fake, misleading, and politically motivated. According […]
