Politics & Government

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Politics & Government

2027: Makinde Names SUBEB Chairman Adeniran APM Presidential Campaign Coordinator

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has appointed the chairman of the State Unversal Basic Education Board, SUBEB, Dr Nureni Adeniran, as his presidential campaign coordinator for the All Progressives Movement (APM) ahead of the 2027 general election. The chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) will also lead the Allied Peoples Movement (APM)

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2027: Nigerians Must Decide Next President at the Ballot, Not in Court – Atiku’s Aide

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is all set for the 2027 election, with no obstacles in sight, according to Demola Olarenwaju, the Senior Political Assistant to their presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. He made this declaration on Wednesday. He believes that the outcome of the 2027 presidential election should be determined by the voters themselves, not

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2027: MURIC Asks Adeleke to Prepare to Vacate Osun Government House

The Executive Director of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), Professor Ishaq Akintola, has urged Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to prepare to leave Government House ahead of the 2027 governorship election, expressing confidence that the governor would not secure another term in office. Akintola made the remarks on Monday in a statement assessing the political

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2027: Early Closure of Voter Registration Is Unjustifiable — Sam Amadi

The Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, Dr. Sam Amadi, has faulted the early closure of voter registration ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing the practice as unreasonable and inconsistent with efforts to promote inclusive democratic participation. Amadi made the remarks on Sunday, urging the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)

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2027: INEC Needs Financial Independence to Guarantee Credible Elections — Amupitan

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, believes that the commission can’t be genuinely independent unless it has financial autonomy. Amupitan made the assertion on Thursday while speaking on reforms needed to strengthen Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections. He argued that an electoral commission dependent on the executive

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APC Loses Katsina Lawmaker Ahmed Doro to PDP

A member of the House of Representatives representing the Bindawa/Mani Federal Constituency of Katsina State, Ahmed Doro, has defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing unresolved internal challenges within the ruling party. Doro formally announced his defection during Thursday’s plenary at the House of Representatives, where his letter

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Fubara Misled Rivers People on Wike Crisis — Ex-PDP Acting Chairman

Former Acting Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Robinson Ewor, has accused suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara of misleading Rivers people over the political crisis involving the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Speaking on ARISE Television’s The Morning Show, Ewor alleged that Fubara led Rivers residents to believe

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The Burden Of Choice: Nigerian Voters And The 2027 Elections

By Mukhtar Ya’u Madobi As political activities gradually gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, familiar scenes are beginning to emerge across the country’s political landscape. Political realignments are taking shape, coalition talks are intensifying, defections are becoming more frequent, and aspirants are quietly positioning themselves for electoral contests that could redefine Nigeria’s future.While

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2027: Atiku, Obi Should Support Tinubu, Opposition Has Lost Relevance — Fasola

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abubakar Fasola, has urged former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and other opposition leaders to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Fasola argued that the opposition has failed to present a credible and united alternative capable of

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PRP National Vice Chairman Resigns Ahead of 2027 General Elections

The National Vice Chairman (South-West) of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Wolimoh Olajide Epe, has resigned from the party, citing concerns over its direction and internal structure as political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gather momentum. In his resignation letter, Epe said his decision followed extensive consultations with political associates and supporters, adding

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