Tag: ELECTION

2027: APC Assures Governors of Automatic Tickets

Tolu Adebayo

In a strategic move ahead of the 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has assured state governors affiliated with the party of automatic nomination tickets, signaling a potential boost for party loyalty and internal cohesion. This announcement, which emerged from recent party meetings and statements by APC leadership, underscores the party’s efforts to consolidate power and minimize internal conflicts as the election cycle approaches. The All Progressives Congress (APC), has promised all the Governors on its platform of automatic tickets as candidate in the forthcoming 2027 general election.…

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LABOUR PARTY’S PETER OBI CLARIFIES RELATIONSHIP WITH PRESIDENT TINUBU, REITERATES COMMITMENT TO GOOD GOVERNANCE by

Tolu Adebayo

LABOUR PARTY’S PETER OBI CLARIFIES RELATIONSHIP WITH PRESIDENT TINUBU, REITERATES COMMITMENT TO GOOD GOVERNANCE Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has stated that he is not at odds with President Bola Tinubu, stressing that his primary focus remains on promoting good governance and tackling pressing social issues in Nigeria. Speaking at a public engagement upon his return from Rome on Monday, Obi addressed the public’s reaction to a photograph showing him with the president at a recent event. He emphasized that his “fight is against bad governance,…

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ACC Eyes 2027 Presidency: Party Promises Transformative Conservative Agenda

Tolu Adebayo

ACC Eyes 2027 Presidency: Party Promises Transformative Conservative Agenda Lagos, Nigeria – The Allied Conservative Congress (ACC) has boldly declared its ambition to secure victory in the 2027 presidential election, emphasizing a commitment to steering the country toward a brighter future rooted in core conservative principles. In a resolute statement issued by its National Chairman, Rev. Olusegun Peters, the party outlined its vision for Nigeria, promising to guide the nation back to a path of integrity, progress, and economic growth. The ACC positioned itself as a viable alternative to the…

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Delta State Commissioner Izeze Declines 2027 Election Bid, Calls for APC Unity

Tolu Adebayo

Delta State Commissioner Izeze Declines 2027 Election Bid, Calls for APC Unity In a significant move aimed at fostering party cohesion, Mr. Reuben Izeze, the Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), has publicly announced that he will not seek any political office in the upcoming 2027 general elections. This declaration comes amidst growing encouragement from his supporters urging him to enter the race. Speaking exclusively to South-South PUNCH on Tuesday, the former Delta State House of Assembly member emphasized his commitment to bolstering the All Progressives Congress…

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FULL LIST: APC Candidates, Running Mates for Lagos Council Poll

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FULL LIST: APC Candidates, Running Mates for Lagos Council Poll *Igbogbo-Baiyeku – Hameed Aroyehun and Ade Ayeni *Ijede – Motunrayo Gbadebo and Femi Kabir *Ikeja – Akeem Dauda and Hon. Jabiola Omisore *Ikorodu – Adedayo Ladega and Hon. Alogba Bisiriyu Babatunde *Ikorodu North – Wale Hameed and Mathew Adesanya *Ikorodu West – Kazeem Sulaiman and Adesegun Aluko *Ikosi Isheri – Bada Abolanle and Olayinka Ogunleye *Ikosi-Ejirin — Anomo Adewale and Wasiu Dehinsilu *Ikoyi-Obalende – Bola Oladunjoye and Sulaiman Ibrahim Salawe *Imota – Sunday Benson and Princess Abisoye Jimoh *Victoria Island…

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Yar’Adua’s Memo Sparked Rift with Obasanjo – Sule Lamido

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Yar’Adua’s Memo Sparked Rift with Obasanjo – Sule Lamido A recent autobiography by former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido has shed new light on the rift between late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua and his predecessor, Olusegun Obasanjo. In his book, “Being True to Myself”, Lamido reveals that a memo presented by Yar’Adua to the National Council of State triggered the tension between the two former leaders. Lamido describes both Yar’Adua and Obasanjo as stubborn, though in different ways. According to him, Yar’Adua’s stubbornness was evident in his decision to present…

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Nasiriya Movement Launched in Sokoto as El-Rufai Eyes 2027 Presidency

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Nasiriya Movement Launched in Sokoto as El-Rufai Eyes 2027 Presidency Sokoto, Nigeria – The Nasiru El-Rufai Solidarity Group, popularly known as Nasiriya, a new political movement under the Social Democratic Party (SDP), was inaugurated on Thursday in Sokoto State. The movement is seen as a strategic initiative to support the anticipated presidential ambition of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasiru El-Rufai, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The National Coordinator of Nasiriya, Alhaji Ibrahim Babuga, led the inauguration of the state leadership, describing the movement as a rapidly expanding political and…

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Edo House Speaker defects from PDP to APC

Tolu Adebayo

Edo State House of Assembly Speaker, Blessing Agbebaku, has left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC). Agbebaku announced his defection on Tuesday, joined by two lawmakers: Sunday Fada Eigbiremonlen and Idaiye Yekini Oisayemoje. On Wednesday, he addressed fellow lawmakers about his decision to join the APC. He said the move was necessary to keep his Speaker position and ensure continued development in Owan West. “I defected to the APC to retain the Speaker seat for my constituency’s development,” Agbebaku told the Assembly. He explained that…

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Osun State Governor Assures PDP of his commitment

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Governor Adeleke Rejects Defection Rumors, Reaffirms Loyalty to PDP Governor Ademola Adeleke has denied rumors of defection, reassuring Osun State PDP stakeholders of his full loyalty. On Wednesday, he released a statement that addressed widespread speculation linked to political realignments in Nigeria. During a closed-door meeting with PDP leaders at Government House in Osogbo, Adeleke emphasized his party commitment. He credited the PDP for his 2022 electoral win and pledged to keep working under its platform. “I want to categorically state that I am a proud member of the PDP,”…

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Itsekiri Rights Not Up for Debate, Odokun Youth Council Warns INEC

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Odokun Youth Council Warns Against External Interference in Itsekiri Rights The Odokun Youth Council (OYC) has warned against external attempts to undermine Itsekiri rights during INEC’s boundary review. In a bold statement, the group declared it would not tolerate interference in the ongoing delineation exercise by INEC. They expressed serious concerns that the exercise could violate the territorial and electoral rights of the Itsekiri people. The Itsekiri are indigenous to Delta State and have consistently fought to protect their land and political representation. At a press briefing in Warri, OYC…

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Godswill Akpabio Denies Link to Convicted INEC Official

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Godswill Akpabio, has denied any connection to Professor Peter Ogban. Prof. Ogban is the convicted INEC official that was involved in the 2019 Akwa Ibom North-West senatorial election. In a statement issued in Abuja on Wednesday, Akpabio’s Special Assistant on Media and Communication, Anietie Ekong, described the claims as “false, malicious, and intended to tarnish his image.” “For the record, Prof. Ogban was never working for Senator Akpabio. In fact, Godswill Akpabio was the victim of the electoral fraud,” the statement read. Court Rulings and Electoral Fraud Claims Ogban, a…

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Imo State House Of Assembly Election: The True Picture

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The Spokesman, Coalition of United Political Parties and House of Representatives Member Elect, IKenga Imo Ugochinyere has revealed what he says are the ”real election results” declared and uploaded by INEC in various polling units where the state Assembly election took place in Ideato North and South Areas of Imo State. Ugochinyere made this available to TVplatinum on Monday 20th March 2023, hours after the APC was said to have won 26 of 27 House of Assembly seats in Imo State. IDEATO SOUTH STATE CONSTITUENCY. WARD BY WARD RESULTS DECLARED…

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