8 h. ago How Governor Alia blocked my support for IDP’s, schools in Benue

By Chinelo Obogo Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the politicisation of his efforts, saying that his planned visit to Benue was to support school and displaced families in the state. In a statement posted on his X handle on Monday, the former Anambra governor narrated his ordeal while trying to get […] The post How Governor Alia blocked my support for IDP’s, schools in Benue -Obi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago PDP, Okpebholo bicker over 2027 presidential election campaigns

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Governor Monday Okpebholo, yesterday, engaged in verbal punches over a presidential statement denouncing campaigns for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 election. The PDP, in a statement by its Publicity Secretary of the state Caretaker Committee, Chris Nehikhare, to react […] The post PDP, Okpebholo bicker over 2027 presidential election campaigns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago PDP, Gov. Okpebholo throw verbal punches over 2027 Presidential election campaigns

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, yesterday, engaged in verbal punches over a Presidential statement denouncing campaigns for President Bola Tinubu ahead of 2027 Presidential election. The PDP in a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary of the State Caretaker […] The post PDP, Gov. Okpebholo throw verbal punches over 2027 Presidential election campaigns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago “My Trip To Benue Was Canceled Due To Political Reasons” – Peter Obi

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, recently addressed the cancellation of his scheduled visit to Benue State. In a statement issued on Monday, Obi shed light on the events surrounding the unexpected halt of his trip, which was part of his ongoing efforts to engage with communities, particularly internally displaced […] The post “My Trip To Benue Was Canceled Due To Political Reasons” – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago 2027: “Atiku’s Presidential Bid Will Collapse PDP” — Bode George

Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, has stated that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar cannot be the party’s presidential candidate in the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Monday, George, who is also a member of the PDP Board of Trustees, emphasized that the party must respect its internal rotational zoning agreement, which […] The post 2027: “Atiku’s Presidential Bid Will Collapse PDP” — Bode George appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago How Governor Alia blocked my support for IDP’s, schools in Benue – Obi

By Chinelo Obogo Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the politicisation of his efforts, saying that his planned visit to Benue was to support school and displaced families in the state.  In a statement posted on his X handle on Monday, the former Anambra governor narratedHow Governor Alia blocked my support for […] The post How Governor Alia blocked my support for IDP’s, schools in Benue – Obi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Jigawa: “No Need To Challenge Governor Namadi In 2027” – Senator Madori

Senator Abdulhamid Malam Madori has publicly endorsed Governor Umar Namadi for a second term re-election for Jigawa state, applauding the governor’s performance in his first tenure and declaring his full support for his re-election bid in Jigawa for 2027. Speaking on the political direction of Jigawa State on Monday ahead of the next gubernatorial election, […] The post Jigawa: “No Need To Challenge Governor Namadi In 2027” – Senator Madori appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago 2027 elections may become joke if Edo tribunal ruling is not reversed – Amadi warns

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, Dr. Sam Amadi, has warned that if the judgment of the Edo State Governorship Election Tribunal is allowed to stand, it will set a dangerous precedent that could turn Nigeria’s 2027 elections into “farcical, impotent rituals.” Amadi made the statement […] The post 2027 elections may become joke if Edo tribunal ruling is not reversed – Amadi warns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago LP’s Ngogbehei refutes HURIWA, denies Supreme Court sacked Abure

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Marcel Ngogbehei, Director General of the Labour Party’s Directorate of Mobilisation, has accused the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) of spreading misinformation by claiming that National Chairman Julius Abure illegally occupies his position following a Supreme Court ruling. In a statement issued on April 13, Ngogbehei called HURIWA’s assertions […] The post LP’s Ngogbehei refutes HURIWA, denies Supreme Court sacked Abure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago PICTORIAL: Obi visits victims of Plateau killings, donates N7.5m

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, on Sunday paid a condolence visit to Plateau State following the recent killings in the Bokkos area of the state. According to a statement on Monday via X, Obi travelled from Abuja to Jos, the state capital and expressed sadness over what he described as Read More

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25 h. ago Ndume Planning To Join Atiku, Obi’s Coalition, Tinubu’s Aide Bwala Alleges

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has alleged that the Senator representing Borno South, Ali Ndume, may be preparing to defect from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and align with the emerging opposition coalition led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s Peter Obi. Speaking […]

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26 h. ago Senator Ndume’s Body And Soul No More In APC, Planning To Join Atiku, Obi’s Coalition – Daniel Bwala

Special Adviser on Policy Communication to President Bola Tinubu, Daniel Bwala has accused lawmaker representing Borno South, Senator Ali Ndume of planning to join opposition ahead of 2027 general election. Mr. Bwala noted that ruling All Progressives Congress should be not be surprised when the lawmaker join strong opposition members like Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi […] The post Senator Ndume’s Body And Soul No More In APC, Planning To Join Atiku, Obi’s Coalition – Daniel Bwala appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago 2027: Buhari’s residence as new political mecca for presidential ticket

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The recent visits to the Kaduna home of the immediate past President, Muhammadu Buhari, by several political bigwigs, may have suddenly conferred on him the new status of a man with the Midas political touch to decide where the pendulum of the 2027 presidential election will swing to. This is so […] The post 2027: Buhari’s residence as new political mecca for presidential ticket appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Why Nasarawa APC, Tinubu should not jettison Nasarawa’s traditional political architecture

From Abel Leonard, Lafia As the 2027 general elections approach, the political atmosphere in Nasarawa State is gradually heating up, with permutations already flying across the political landscape. At the centre of discussions is the growing national influence of certain political figures who have begun positioning themselves for the governorship ticket. However, several political observers, […] The post Why Nasarawa APC, Tinubu should not jettison Nasarawa’s traditional political architecture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Presidency denounces premature 2027 campaign billboards amid speculation

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has disclaimed the growing presence of campaign billboards promoting President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for the 2027 elections, calling them unauthorised and premature. In a statement issued yesterday, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, emphasised that the campaigns violate electoral laws […] The post Presidency denounces premature 2027 campaign billboards amid speculation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Presidency Condemns Unauthorized “Tinubu 2027” Campaign Billboards, Says It’s Premature, Against Electoral Law

The Presidency has distanced itself from the ongoing promotion of President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima for the 2027 elections following the appearance of campaign billboards across several cities, including Abuja and Kano. These billboards, featuring images of the President and his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, have raised concerns about premature campaigning. In […] The post Presidency Condemns Unauthorized “Tinubu 2027” Campaign Billboards, Says It’s Premature, Against Electoral Law appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Muoghalu Dismisses Incumbency Advantage Ahead of Anambra Gubernatorial Race

  Labour Party’s governorship candidate in the upcoming November 8 Anambra election, Dr. George Muoghalu, has declared that he is unfazed by the influence of incumbency as the state prepares to elect a new leader. Speaking in Abuja on Sunday, Muoghalu emphasised that political power ultimately lies in the hands of the electorate and God, […] The post Muoghalu Dismisses Incumbency Advantage Ahead of Anambra Gubernatorial Race appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Anambra 2025: I’m not afraid of incumbency factor – Muoghalu

The Labour Party candidate for November 8, Anambra governorship election, Dr George Moghalu, says he is not afraid of incumbency factor in the election. Muoghalu stated this in an interview with the newsmen on Sunday in Abuja. “The election will be determined by the people and the will of God, not the party or incumbency Read More

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41 h. ago Adamu Waziri reaffirms PDP commitment, denies defection rumours

From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri Alhaji Adamu Waziri, a former Yobe State gubernatorial candidate and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, has clarified the party’s stance on coalition talks ahead of the 2027 elections while dismissing rumours of his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking to PDP members in Potiskum, Yobe’s largest town, over the […] The post Adamu Waziri reaffirms PDP commitment, denies defection rumours appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Peter Obi Laments Nigeria’s Poor Health System, Charges Tinubu To Divert Borrowed Funds Into Education, Poverty Alleviation

Former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has decried over what he described as ‘poor state of health sector’ in the country. Obi called for urgent redirection of national planning and investment towards health, education, and poverty alleviation by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The former governor of Anambra State led this out at an event organised […] The post Peter Obi Laments Nigeria’s Poor Health System, Charges Tinubu To Divert Borrowed Funds Into Education, Poverty Alleviation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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