2027 election

2027 election
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The Washington Playbook: Inside Nigerian Politicians’ Multimillion-Dollar Campaign To Shape The 2027 Election Narrative

By Kabir Akintayo As Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 general elections, political competition is no longer confined to campaign rallies, party conventions or negotiations among traditional power brokers. Increasingly, the contest is playing out thousands of kilometres away in Washington, D.C., where government officials, opposition politicians and influential private actors are spending millions of

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Politics & Government

2027 Election: Peter Obi Demands Credible Process, Says Nigerians’ Votes Must Count

Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called for a credible electoral process in the 2027 general election, insisting that the votes of Nigerians must be allowed to determine the outcome. Obi made the demand on Thursday during a town hall meeting in Rivers State, where he criticised what he described

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NEWS

2027: I’m ready to die protecting my vote, no more intimidation – Peter Obi

Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has declared that he is prepared to risk his life to defend his vote in the 2027 general elections. Obi made the declaration during a town hall meeting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Thursday, where he urged Nigerians to resist intimidation and remain resolute

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Politics & Government

2027 Elections: Kebbi APC Meets Legislative Aspirants, Stakeholders Ahead of Polls

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kebbi State has begun consultations with its legislative aspirants and key stakeholders as the party intensifies preparations for the 2027 general elections. The strategic meeting, held on Thursday at the APC state secretariat in Birnin Kebbi, brought together aspirants seeking the party’s tickets for the Senate, House of Representatives

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Politics & Government

2027: Fayose Says Atiku Too Old to Contest Presidential Election

Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has questioned the suitability of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to contest the 2027 presidential election, citing his age. Fayose likened Atiku to former United States President Joe Biden, arguing that advanced age should be a major consideration when Nigerians assess presidential candidates. He said Atiku, who would be

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NEWS

Ezekwesili: Nigerian Politicians Pretend to Be Patriotic in Office, Turn Predatory After Leaving

Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has accused Nigerian politicians of displaying patriotism only while they occupy public office, describing some of them as “predators of patriotism” once they leave power. Ezekwesili made the remarks on Monday during a live interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time, where she criticised the quality of governance in Nigeria

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ADC Insists that Nigerians, Not Obasanjo Will Decide 2027 Presidential Election

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has maintained that the outcome of the 2027 presidential election will be determined by Nigerian voters, not by the views or endorsements of former President Olusegun Obasanjo. The party said while Obasanjo remains a prominent national figure whose opinions attract public interest, the constitutional power to elect the country’s next

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Politics & Government

2027: Senator Dickson Assures Nigerians Every Vote Will Count, Says People’s Mandate Must Prevail

Senator Seriake Dickson has expressed confidence that every legitimate vote cast in the 2027 general elections will count, insisting that the will of the Nigerian people must remain the ultimate determinant of the electoral process.He said those who think they could shoot, kill, and maim their own people, every election season, with the security forces

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Politics & Government

Umar Sani Challenges INEC-Recognised PDP, Says Party Has Lost Its Original Identity

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar Sani, has questioned the legitimacy of the party structure currently recognised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), arguing that it does not represent the PDP founded by its original stakeholders. Sani said the present leadership arrangement has moved away from the principles and ideals that

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NEWS

Zazzau Emir Pushes for Electronic Voting to Strengthen Nigeria’s Electoral Credibility

The Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Ahmad Nuhu Bamalli, has advocated for the introduction of electronic voting in Nigeria, describing technology-based elections as a key step towards improving transparency, efficiency and confidence in the country’s democratic process. The traditional ruler made the call while emphasising the need for continued reforms in Nigeria’s electoral system to address

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