5 h. ago Why I disagree with those labelling 10th NASS rubber stamp — Dalung

Tribune Online Why I disagree with those labelling 10th NASS rubber stamp — Dalung As the talks around coalition politics continue to shape narratives ahead of the 2027 general election,  former Minister of Youths and Sports, Solomon Dalung, shares his thought on the administration of President Bola Tinubu in the last two years, among other issues, with SUBAIR MOHAMMED. WHAT is your assessment of Tinubu’s two years in office? […] Why I disagree with those labelling 10th NASS rubber stamp — Dalung Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Otti doesn’t need to defect to APC to win election in 2027 – Ike, ex

…Says after Orji Kalu’s administration, Abia treasury was always empty until Gov Otti came in     From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Mazi Jones Nnanna Ike is the general manager/editor-in-chief of Abia Newspaper and Publishing Corporation. He was the former executive chairman of Arochukwu Local Government Area from 1997 to 1998. He equally served under the […] The post Otti doesn’t need to defect to APC to win election in 2027 – Ike, ex-Arochukwu LG boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago 2027: May God punish me if I touch allocation money when elected Imo governor – Jude Ejiogu

By Agatha Emeadi Sir Jude Ejiogu was a consummate banker who later held six positions in the Imo State government. Therefore, his is one of the political gladiators in the state today. As one who is grounded in Imo politics and governance, he now has his eyes on the big seat of Imo Government House […] The post 2027: May God punish me if I touch allocation money when elected Imo governor – Jude Ejiogu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago 2027: Kogi officials set to unveil campaign platform for Tinubu, Ododo

Ahead of the 2027 general election, the government appointees under the administration of the Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has declared total support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election. Speaking at world press conference in Lokoja, the Chairman of Combined State government appointees Forum who doubles as Chairman of Forum of Special Advisers to […] The post 2027: Kogi officials set to unveil campaign platform for Tinubu, Ododo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Wike defends ₦39bn ICC renovation, renaming edifice after Tinubu

Tribune Online Wike defends ₦39bn ICC renovation, renaming edifice after Tinubu • Put your houses in order, Tinubu tells opposition parties Amid growing accusations that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is behind the leadership crises plaguing various opposition parties and allegedly working toward a one-party state, the President has advised opposition parties to focus on putting their houses in order ahead of the 2027 general election. President […] Wike defends ₦39bn ICC renovation, renaming edifice after Tinubu Tribune Online

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23 h. ago 2027 presidential election will be a test of Nigeria’s political intelligence – Former lawmaker 

… challenges youths to engage in political process  From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Former House of Representatives member, Hon Adekunle Abdulkabir Akinlade , said  2027 will not be business as usual” even as he described the forthcoming presidential race as one that will test Nigeria’s political intelligence and ideological stamina. Looking ahead to the next general […] The post 2027 presidential election will be a test of Nigeria’s political intelligence – Former lawmaker  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago ‘Put Your House in Order Before 2027,’ Tinubu Tells Opposition Parties

President Bola Tinubu has distanced his administration from orchestrating leadership crisis within opposition parties to establish a one-party state and charged them to resolve their internal disputes ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during the commissioning of the newly constructed Left-Hand Service Carriageway of the Outer Southern Expressway (OSEX) Stage II, popularly known as […]

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51 h. ago June 12: Nigeria Needs Total Restructuring Before 2027 – Pat Utomi

Renowned political economist, Professor Pat Utomi, has called for the comprehensive restructuring of Nigeria’s political and economic systems ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Thursday at the June 12 Annual Democracy Day National Dialogue in Ikeja, Utomi emphasised that without restructuring, Nigeria’s democracy would remain weak and misaligned with the ideals of its […] The post June 12: Nigeria Needs Total Restructuring Before 2027 – Pat Utomi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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58 h. ago “I’m Not Testing Waters Anymore, I’m Running In 2027” – Hamza Al

Retired Major Hamza Al-Mustapha has formally announced that he will be running for president in Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, stating that his ambition this time is serious and deliberate. He made the declaration during an interview, where he spoke about the nation’s democratic journey, security concerns, and electoral integrity. Al-Mustapha, who previously contested in the […] The post “I’m Not Testing Waters Anymore, I’m Running In 2027” – Hamza Al-Mustapha appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Ombugadu declares 2027 governorship bid, says Nasarawa people were “robbed” in 2023

From Abel Leonard, Lafia Former governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Nasarawa State Hon. David Emmanuel Ombugadu has declared his intention to contest again in the 2027 elections, insisting that the will of the people was subverted in the 2023 polls. In a June 12 message issued to journalists on Thursday, Ombugadu, […] The post Ombugadu declares 2027 governorship bid, says Nasarawa people were “robbed” in 2023 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago 2027 Presidency: I Will Make My Position Known By Year End – Olawepo

Former presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has welcomed his recent endorsement by youths from the North Central zone, describing it as a timely call to national duty, while hinting at a potential formal declaration for the 2027 presidential election before the end of the year. In a statement on his social media page on Monday, […]

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3 d. ago 2027 Coalition: “I’m Disappointment With Obi For Trying To Challenge Status Quo All By Himself” – Sowunmi

Segun Sowunmi, a former spokesperson for ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has expressed deep disappointment in Peter Obi over his approach to the proposed opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. During an interview with news men on Wednesday, Sowunmi criticized the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate for failing to unite with the major opposition […] The post 2027 Coalition: “I’m Disappointment With Obi For Trying To Challenge Status Quo All By Himself” – Sowunmi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago 2027 election credibility at stake as Nigeria drifts toward one

Tribune Online 2027 election credibility at stake as Nigeria drifts toward one-party system — Rafisanjani Serious questions are glaring in Nigerians' eyes. Would the 2027 template be different from 2023? What are the lessons from 2023 that must be used to address 2027?" 2027 election credibility at stake as Nigeria drifts toward one-party system — Rafisanjani Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Tinubu assures Wike of warm welcome to APC when he’s ready to join

As minister declares coalition against president’s 2027 re-election bid will fail From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has declared that Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike will be warmly welcomed into the All Progressive Congress (APC) whenever he is ready to join, hinting that once he does, they will both share in […] The post Tinubu assures Wike of warm welcome to APC when he’s ready to join appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago TMG report: 2023 elections damaged INEC, judiciary’s credibility, urges urgent reforms ahead of 2027 polls

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Transition Monitoring Group (TMG) has released a critical report on Nigeria’s 2023 election cycle, asserting that the electoral process seriously damaged the reputation of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the judiciary, raising profound concerns about the future of Nigeria’s democracy. At the report launch held at the CISLAC […] The post TMG report: 2023 elections damaged INEC, judiciary’s credibility, urges urgent reforms ahead of 2027 polls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago “I’m Ready To Die For APC” – Orji Uzor Kalu Declares Loyalty To Tinubu’s 2027 Re

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has made a bold declaration of loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC), stating that he is willing to lay down his life to ensure the party’s success and President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. Speaking at his country home in Igbere, Abia State on Tuesday, June 10, the former Abia […] The post “I’m Ready To Die For APC” – Orji Uzor Kalu Declares Loyalty To Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago ADC holds convergence of coalition partners’ summit in Adamawa

Tribune Online ADC holds convergence of coalition partners’ summit in Adamawa The Africa Democratic Congress (ADC) today held a convergence of coalition partners' summit ahead of the 2027 general election in Yola. ADC holds convergence of coalition partners’ summit in Adamawa Tribune Online

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4 d. ago We’re are not at war, but Nigerians are refugees in their country – Obi

…vows to end exchange rate corruption …says 2027 election results must count Peter Obi, Labour Party (LP) candidate for 2023 read more We’re are not at war, but Nigerians are refugees in their country – Obi

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4 d. ago We’ll count those who don’t want 2027 elections to count — Obi

Says Nigerians Not at War but Refugees in their country  From Idu Jude, Abuja The Labour Party candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, on Tuesday lamented that Nigerians have been turned into refugees in their own country. Obi made the remarks during the presentation of the book titled, “Obi, the Political Change Agent” in […] The post We’ll count those who don’t want 2027 elections to count — Obi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 2027: PDP’s presidential zoning must come to the south – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has advocated zoning the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential ticket to the southern region in the 2027 election. Wike stated this when he read a communiqué after a meeting of critical stakeholders of the party under the aegis of the “Concerned Stakeholders of the PDP” […] The post 2027: PDP’s presidential zoning must come to the south – Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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