1 hour ago Tinubu Unmatch Influence; Over 140 Political Heavyweight Join APC Without A Single Election

Since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, Nigeria’s political map has changed in powerful and historic ways. In under two years and without holding a single national election, over 140 elected politicians have joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). They include governors, senators, members of the House of Representatives, state lawmakers, and […]

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63 h. ago Peter Obi Submits Single Tenure Proposal To Opposition Coalition

Peter Obi, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has proposed a single-term tenure to the opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 elections, vowing to serve only four years if elected. Dr Yinusa Tanko, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, confirmed the submission on Tuesday during a ceremony where Obi was conferred with the chieftaincy […] The post Peter Obi Submits Single Tenure Proposal To Opposition Coalition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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64 h. ago ADC announces new venue for unveiling as adopted opposition coalition’s party

Tribune Online ADC announces new venue for unveiling as adopted opposition coalition’s party ADC led opposition coalition has secured a new venue for the official unveiling of its political platform, following the abrupt cancellation ADC announces new venue for unveiling as adopted opposition coalition’s party Tribune Online

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66 h. ago ADC Announces New Venue To Unveil Leaders After Hotel Cancellation

The African Democratic Congress (ADC)-led coalition has announced a new venue for the official unveiling of its political platform, following a last-minute cancellation by its original host, Wells Carlton Hotel, on Wednesday. In a statement signed by ADC’s Deputy National Secretary, Nkem Ukandu, the coalition said the event will now be held at the Shehu […]

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3 d. ago 2027 presidency: I’m willing to spend one term in office – Peter Obi

By Seyi Babalola Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has guaranteed his followers at home and abroad that he will contest the 2027 election and is prepared to serve a single four-year term as president. He also denied that he had discussed or agreed on a combined ticket with […] The post 2027 presidency: I’m willing to spend one term in office – Peter Obi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago I will contest in 2027 presidential election, Obi tells supporters

Says not in joint ticket with Atiku, others By Idu Jude, Abuja The Labour Party’s standard bearer in the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi, has reiterated to his numerous supporters at home and abroad that he will be on the ballot for the presidency in 2027 and is willing to serve a single term in […] The post I will contest in 2027 presidential election, Obi tells supporters appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago I will contest in the 2027 presidential election, Obi tells supporters

Says not in joint ticket with Atiku, others By Idu Jude, Abuja The Labour Party’s standard bearer in the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi, has reiterated to his numerous supporters at home and abroad that he will be on the ballot for the presidency in 2027 and is willing to serve a single term in […] The post I will contest in the 2027 presidential election, Obi tells supporters appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago June 12: Lamido’s Account On Tinubu A Distortion, Outright Mischief — Ojudu

Former Special Adviser on Political Matters to the immediate-past President Muhammadu Buhari in the office of the Vice President, Senator Babafemi Ojudu, has described the account by former Jigawa State governor, Alhaji Sule Lamido, regarding the June 12, 1993 presidential election, as a distortion of history and mischief. LEADERSHIP recalls that fresh debate had greeted […]

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1 week ago Unless Miracle Happens, INEC Won’t Register ADA, Says Tinubu’s Ex

A former political adviser to President Bola Tinubu in the office of the Vice President, and prominent northern elder, Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has expressed serious doubts over the likelihood of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) approving the registration of the newly proposed political party, the All Democratic Alliance (ADA). Baba-Ahmed made the remarks during […]

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1 week ago Tinubu, Akpabio, 11 govs, others make 4th Republic ICONS list

By Beifoh Osewele Dozens of politicians, both current and former officials, including President Bola Tinubu and 21 others have been pre-selected as nominees for the premier edition of the Book of Records. According to OrderPaper Nigeria, organiser of the epoch event, Initiative for Celebrating Outstanding National Statespersons (ICONS) is a prestigious, legacy-driven programme created to […] The post Tinubu, Akpabio, 11 govs, others make 4th Republic ICONS list appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2027: “I’ll Join Any Coalition To Remove Tinubu” – Sule Lamido

Former Jigawa State governor and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Sule Lamido, has declared his willingness to join any political alliance aimed at removing President Bola Tinubu from office in the 2027 general election. Lamido made the statement during an interview in Sunday, where he expressed disapproval of the current administration, accusing it of promoting […] The post 2027: “I’ll Join Any Coalition To Remove Tinubu” – Sule Lamido appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago HerStory International Honours Nigerian Women With Leadership Impact Awards

HerStory International, in collaboration with May Publishing, has honoured several outstanding Nigerian women with Leadership Impact Awards for their remarkable contributions to governance, public service, entrepreneurship, and community development. The prestigious event, held in Abuja on Friday, brought together dignitaries from both the public and private sectors, including political officeholders, filmmakers, and key stakeholders in […]

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2 w. ago NDDC decries disruption of projects commissioning in Calabar, warns against unhealthy politics

By Chidiebere Onyemaizu The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has dismissed as bad politics and mischievous, allegation by officials of the Cross River State Government that it hijacked projects undertaken by the state. Speaking in Bayelsa during the inauguration of some projects executed by the Commission, Chairman, Governing Board of the interventionist agency, Chiedu Ebie, […] The post NDDC decries disruption of projects commissioning in Calabar, warns against unhealthy politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NDDC denies hijacking Cross River projects, warns against unhealthy politics

By Chidiebere Onyemaizu The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has dismissed as bad politics and mischievous allegations by officials of the Cross River State Government that it hijacked projects undertaken by the state. Speaking on Wednesday in Bayelsa State during the inauguration of some projects executed by the commission, the Chairman of the Governing Board […] The post NDDC denies hijacking Cross River projects, warns against unhealthy politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Govs, senators, Reps defecting to other parties are like herdsmen —Iredia

Tribune Online Govs, senators, Reps defecting to other parties are like herdsmen —Iredia •Says they steal votes •Exonerates Nwosu of blame in annulment of June 12 election FORMER Director-General of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), Professor Tonnie Iredia, has berated governors, senators, members of the House of Representatives and other political office holders for defecting to new parties and yet hold on to the seats they won on […] Govs, senators, Reps defecting to other parties are like herdsmen —Iredia Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Rivers Budget Sparks Stakeholder Reactions As Fubara’s Return Looms

Sole Administrator of Rivers State, retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, has revealed that the proposed N1.48 trillion 2025 budget is structured around the anticipated return of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and other political office holders. Ibas made this disclosure on Wednesday while appearing before the House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee on Rivers State Oversight in […] The post Rivers Budget Sparks Stakeholder Reactions As Fubara’s Return Looms appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Governor Uba Sani to appointees: Focus on citizens’ interests

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani has reminded political office holders that their  focus  must be on the citizens of the State because the people’s  interests is paramount. The Governor gave this advice after swearing in the newly appointed Commissioner of Education, Professor Abubakar Sani Sambo and the Commissioner of Youth Development, […] The post Governor Uba Sani to appointees: Focus on citizens’ interests appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago “Don’t Politicize Bloodshed” – PDP Warns Alia Over Comments On Killings In Benue

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State has issued a strong response to Governor Hyacinth Alia’s recent allegations linking Abuja-based politicians to ongoing killings in the state. Governor Alia, during a live interview on Saturday, had claimed that some political figures from Benue, now holding office in Abuja, were responsible for the insecurity ravaging […] The post “Don’t Politicize Bloodshed” – PDP Warns Alia Over Comments On Killings In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Single term of 5 to 6 years for political office holders is enough – Makinde

Tribune Online Single term of 5 to 6 years for political office holders is enough – Makinde "I know that it has been brought to the attention of the National Assembly but, quite frankly, it is a model that should work for this country." Single term of 5 to 6 years for political office holders is enough – Makinde Tribune Online

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