Wike: Supporting Tinubu Does Not Require Joining APC
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has defended cross-party political alliances, saying politicians can support President Bola Tinubu without defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Wike stated this during a live media chat while responding to questions about political loyalty, anti-party activities and support for candidates across party […]
Stakeholders Raise Concerns Over Electoral Reforms Ahead of 2027
By Julian Osamoto Stakeholders in the nation’s electoral system have raised concerns over the implementation of electoral reforms, including BVAS functionality, electronic transmission of results and accountability for electoral offences ahead of the 2027 general election. The concerns were raised at a multi-stakeholder roundtable on electoral reform, integrity and youth participation, organised in Abuja on […]
2027: Wike Vows to Resign if Tinubu Loses FCT, Rivers
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says he will resign from office if President Bola Tinubu loses the 2027 presidential election in the Federal Capital Territory and Rivers State. Wike made the declaration during an engagement with the leadership and members of the Apo Mechanics and Traders Association in […]
FG Urges Police on Professionalism, Impartiality in 2027
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Government has urged the Nigeria Police Force to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and impartiality in the discharge of its responsibilities during the 2027 general elections. President Bola Tinubu gave the charge on Monday in an address delivered by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, […]
Police to Map Flashpoints, Combat Disinformation Ahead of Polls
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police Force says it will map electoral flashpoints, strengthen early-warning systems and track election disinformation ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, announced the measures on Monday at the opening of the 2026 Conference and Retreat for Senior Police Officers in Owerri, Imo State. Disu […]
High Costs, Party Barriers Threaten Women’s Participation in Politics
By Julian Osamoto Stakeholders have identified high nomination fees, rising campaign costs and barriers within political parties as major challenges limiting women’s chances of securing elective positions ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. They spoke at a news conference in Abuja organised by Gender Strategy Advancement International, GSAI, and partners, under the theme, “Beyond Participation: […]
Wike Calls Atiku Voodoo Economist Over Subsidy Position
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has attacked former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his position on fuel subsidy, describing him as a “voodoo economist” while backing President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027. Wike spoke with journalists on Thursday, during an inspection of infrastructure projects in Abuja. He dismissed the opposition’s […]
Oyebanji Urges Ekiti APC to Support Tinubu for 2027
By Oluwakemi Kindness Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has called on APC leaders and stakeholders to unite and mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in the 2027 general election. Oyebanji made the call on Monday at an APC stakeholders’ meeting Government House, Ado Ekiti. The meeting also produced an eight-member committee to oversee preparations […]
Ekiti PDP Chieftain Oluyede Backs Tinubu’s 2027 Re-Election
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the June 20 Ekiti governorship election, Wole Oluyede, has joined forces with five other political parties to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. The alliance, known as the Oluyede Progressive Alliance for Renewed Hope Agenda (OPARHA), includes the PDP, Accord, Action Democratic […]
Bende Monarchs Endorse Kalu, Reject Zoning Claims
By Oluwakemi Kindness Traditional rulers in Bende South State Constituency have endorsed the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, for a third term in the House, dismissing claims that the Bende Federal Constituency seat is subject to a zoning arrangement. A statement on Wednesday by Udora Orizu, SA Press Affairs to the […]