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Ilesa Rally Shooting Injures Three as APC, Accord Trade Blame

August 9, 2026

At least three people were injured during an Ilesa rally shooting on Saturday as violence disrupted an All Progressives Congress, APC, campaign rally in Ilesa West Local Government Area of Osun State. Among those injured was 14-year-old Tobi Ilesanmi, who was reportedly shot around the Isokun area where the incident occurred. The incident has triggered...

NDC Leaders Clash Over Gombe Structure Ahead of 2027 Campaigns

August 6, 2026

Less than two weeks before the official commencement of campaigns for the 2027 general elections, internal disagreements have surfaced within the National Democratic Coalition (NDC) over the strength of its NDC Gombe structure and readiness for the polls. The dispute involves the Northeast Zonal Coordinator of the Coalition Alliance Network for the Peter Obi/Kwankwaso Movement,...

Wike Attacks Amaechi, Says Atiku-Amaechi Ticket ‘Dead on Arrival’

August 4, 2026

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed the emergence of former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, as the running mate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for the 2027 presidential election, insisting the alliance lacks the political strength to secure victory. Speaking during a media parley on Tuesday, Wike said the...

PDP Crisis: State Chairmen Demand Probe Over Alleged Court Judgment Forgery

August 3, 2026

Chairmen of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory have called on security agencies to investigate allegations of forged and distorted court judgments linked to a rival group led by Tanimu Turaki, SAN, declaring that Nigeria must be governed by law, not propaganda. The party leaders said the...

APM Endorses Makinde as Best Consensus Candidate for 2027 Opposition Coalition

August 3, 2026

The Lagos State chapter of the Allied People’s Movement (APM) has declared that Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde remains the most suitable candidate to lead a united opposition coalition into the 2027 presidential election, citing his governance record, leadership style and nationwide appeal. The party made its position known in a statement issued in Lagos...

PDP Says INEC Candidates List Ends Months of 2027 Speculation

August 2, 2026

The PDP candidates list published by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has put to rest months of uncertainty surrounding the opposition party’s participation in the 2027 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared. The party said the publication confirms its readiness for the presidential election and silences claims that it would be...

Atiku Says Obasanjo Still Bitter Over Failed Third-Term Bid

August 1, 2026

The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has accused former President Olusegun Obasanjo of allowing resentment over the collapse of his alleged third-term ambition to shape his recent criticisms against him. Responding through a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said he received Obasanjo’s...

PDP Leadership Crisis Deepens as Turaki Faction Submits Jonathan’s Nomination to INEC

July 31, 2026

The leadership crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a fresh turn after the Kabiru Turaki-led Interim National Working Committee announced the manual submission of former President Goodluck Jonathan’s presidential nomination to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The faction also submitted the names of its governorship, National Assembly and state assembly candidates...

Oshiomhole Attacks Obi, Says Four Years Not Enough to Transform Nigeria

July 28, 2026

Former Edo State Governor and Senator Adams Oshiomhole has criticised the 2027 presidential ambition of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate Peter Obi, describing his promise to transform Nigeria within a single four-year term as unrealistic and driven by desperation. Speaking on Obi’s campaign promises, Oshiomhole questioned the former Anambra governor’s political consistency, arguing that his...

Kwankwaso Breaks Silence on Peter Obi’s One-Term Promise Ahead of 2027

July 25, 2026

Vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has expressed confidence that Peter Obi one-term pledge will be honoured if the party wins the 2027 presidential election, insisting there is no reason for Nigerians to doubt the former Anambra State governor’s commitment. Kwankwaso made the remarks during an interview on News Central’s...

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MEDIA STATEMENT: NNAJI’S DEFENCE CALLS FOR ACCURATE REPORTING OF COURT PROCEEDINGS

October 26, 2026

The media report published today under the headline “UNN, NYSC disowned ex-minister Nnaji’s certificates, witness tells court” does not give readers a complete or balanced account of what transpired before the Federal High Court. Its headline presents the prosecution’s allegations as though they were established facts, even though the trial is ongoing and no judgment...

G27 QUESTIONS MBAH’S 2023, 2027 INEC CREDENTIALS, DEFENDS NNAJI

October 13, 2026

By Chief James Ogbodo The G27 for Uche Nnaji support group has questioned Governor Peter Mbah’s decision to submit a Senior School Certificate Examination (WAEC) certificate as his highest educational qualification to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The group made its position known in a statement signed by...

ENUGU 2027: WHY UCHE NNAJI’S PATH TO LION BUILDING IS WIDER THAN MANY THINK

October 7, 2026

By Ureh Ogbonna As the 2027 governorship election approaches, one political reality is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore: Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji—Nwakaibie—has a credible path to victory in Enugu State. Elections are never won in advance. But judged by his platform, experience, message and emerging political coalition, Nnaji is far more than an ordinary opposition...

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