The Taminu Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected any prospect of supporting President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, accusing some opposition figures of undermining democratic competition by aligning with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The faction stated its position in a statement issued on Tuesday by its National Publicity
Former Ondo State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Eyitayo Jegede, SAN, has joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), alongside other political figures drawn from the PDP and All Progressives Congress (APC). The former PDP candidate was formally received into the opposition party at a gathering in Akure, Ondo State, attended by the
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the extension of his working vacation in Europe, arguing that he should be in Nigeria addressing the security and economic difficulties confronting citizens. The opposition party also questioned the President’s decision not to attend the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New
The Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the Nigeria Police Force to conduct a thorough investigation into the alleged attack on its campaign train in Ososa, Odogbolu Local Government Area. The state PDP chairman, Dr Abayomi Tella, on Thursday urged the police to handle the matter professionally and ensure
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the final list of presidential candidates and their running mates for the January 2027 general elections. The list, signed by the Commission’s Secretary, Rose Oriaran-Anthony, and released on Saturday in Abuja, contains 18 presidential candidates sponsored by different political parties contesting the presidency. Among the prominent contenders
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bauchi State has rejected reports that its structure has merged with the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party’s Legal Adviser, Yahaya Garkuwa, described the claim as false, alleging that individuals linked to a rival faction were impersonating PDP officials and spreading misinformation. Speaking
Former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has opened up on his relationship with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, amid renewed political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. CSONews24 reports that Ortom and Wike were members of the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) G-5 governors, alongside former governors Seyi Makinde, Okezie Ikpeazu
The Deputy Governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party ,PDP, in Ogun State, Lateefat Sowunmi-Kolapo, has urged politicians to move beyond election-time promises and focus on delivering meaningful governance to the people. Sowunmi-Kolapo said governance should not be reduced to gestures made during election campaigns, stressing that elected leaders must remain accountable to citizens throughout
Christian Cleric Defends Pantami, Says Past Views Shouldn’t Determine Gombe 2027 Ambition A Christian cleric, Rev. Prof. Jidda Musa Gelengu, has defended the 2027 governorship ambition of former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, saying he should not be judged indefinitely over views he publicly renounced years ago. Gelengu made
State chairmen of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have reaffirmed their commitment to preserving the party’s unity and institutional integrity amid ongoing political developments. The party leaders pledged to protect the PDP’s structure, insisting they would work collectively to strengthen internal cohesion and uphold the party’s constitution and democratic principles. Speaking on behalf of the