56 h. ago “Atiku Should Step Aside, Anoint Successor For 2027” — Buba Galadima

Buba Galadima, a former National Secretary of the Congress for Progressive Change and a key member of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has expressed concerns over former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s 2027 presidential ambitions. Galadima advised Atiku to step aside and support a new candidate, stating, “Atiku should rest and anoint somebody who can […] The post “Atiku Should Step Aside, Anoint Successor For 2027” — Buba Galadima appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago PDP To Challenge Okowa, Oborevwori’s Defection To APC In Court

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has resolved to take legal action against Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, former Vice Presidential candidate Ifeanyi Okowa, and the entire Delta PDP leadership over their recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This comes after a major political shift on April 23, which saw top government officials and […] The post PDP To Challenge Okowa, Oborevwori’s Defection To APC In Court appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago “I Regret Running With Northern Candidate In 2023 Presidential Election When It Was South’s Turn” – Okowa

Former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has regretted his decision to run as the vice-presidential candidate alongside Atiku Abubakar in the 2023 presidential election. Speaking during an interview with Arise Television on Tuesday, Okowa admitted that the idea contradicted zoning and wishes of his people. The former chieftain of Peoples Democratic Party added that his state […] The post “I Regret Running With Northern Candidate In 2023 Presidential Election When It Was South’s Turn” – Okowa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago ‘He Lacks Moral Right To Condemn Me’, Okowa Slams Saraki Over Defection Comment

Former Delta State governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has fired back at former Senate President Bukola Saraki over the latter’s comment criticising his recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing Saraki as lacking the “moral right” to condemn his action. Okowa, who was the PDP’s vice-presidential candidate in […]

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1 week ago Abia 2027: Ukwa Ngwa leader disowns call for Deputy Speaker Kalu’s guber bid

From Sola Ojo, Abuja A publication titled “Abia 2027: Reps Deputy Speaker, Kalu, urged to run for governorship position”, attributed to Ukwa la Ngwa leadership, has been denounced by stakeholders from the Ukwa la Ngwa Nation as false and misleading. On Monday, April 28, Dr Kassarachi Enyinna, a former Young Progressive Party (YPP) Vice Presidential […] The post Abia 2027: Ukwa Ngwa leader disowns call for Deputy Speaker Kalu’s guber bid appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NEC defers state police talks amid rising violence, honours victims

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, met on Thursday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, but postponed discussions on state police despite escalating insecurity. Attendees included governors, Rivers State Sole Administrator Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, and CBN Governor Yemi […] The post NEC defers state police talks amid rising violence, honours victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago “He’s a loser again” – Tinubu’s aides mock Atiku as defection tsunami hits PDP

Presidential aides to President Bola Tinubu mocked former Vice President Atiku Abubakar following a massive political shake-up in Delta State read more “He’s a loser again” – Tinubu’s aides mock Atiku as defection tsunami hits PDP

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2 w. ago “Step Down Or Face Defeat In 2027 Election” – Yusuf Datti Baba

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, former vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has advised President Bola Tinubu to refrain from seeking re-election in 2027, asserting that doing so would prove his political acumen. Baba-Ahmed made this statement while speaking to journalists, highlighting his belief that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is destined to lose the […] The post “Step Down Or Face Defeat In 2027 Election” – Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed Warns Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Presidency replies Datti Ahmed: Your Tinubu 2027 defeat prediction illogical, fake prophecy

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has dismissed recent remarks by former Labour Party Vice Presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, regarding President Bola Tinubu’s political future, labeling his prediction of Tinubu’s defeat in 2027 as “illogical,” likening it to fake prophecy. Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, described Datti’s comments […] The post Presidency replies Datti Ahmed: Your Tinubu 2027 defeat prediction illogical, fake prophecy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago 2027: President Tinubu is beatable – Umma Ghetso, 2019 VP candidate, YPP

Says coalition requires accurate political calculation By Daniel Kanu Political activist and former vice presidential candidate of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) in the 2019 election, Umma Ghetso, in this encounter with Sunday Sun, speaks on the hardship in the country, the coalition politics ahead of 2027 aimed at unseating President Tinubu and the Senators […] The post 2027: President Tinubu is beatable – Umma Ghetso, 2019 VP candidate, YPP appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu’s Gov’t Incapable, Lacks Ideas To Tackle Security Crisis — Atiku 

Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has tackled President Bola Tinubu over his administration’s handling of security matters, saying the president lacked the ideas to tackle insecurity. Atiku, in a statement posted on his verified social media handles on Saturday night, said the current administration […]

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2 w. ago Wike inspects Kabusa roads, vows satellite town development by May

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja FCT Minister Nyesom Wike on Saturday inspected ongoing road construction projects in Kabusa/Ketti and Kabusa/Takushara, Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC). The promised their inauguration by May 2025, marking President Bola Tinubu’s second anniversary. During the tour of the 10.5-kilometre Kabusa/Ketti and 9.8-kilometre Kabusa/Takushara roads, Wike stressed the focus on satellite towns. […] The post Wike inspects Kabusa roads, vows satellite town development by May appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu Will Win 2027 Election Easily, Presidency Tells Datti

The Presidency has dismissed recent comments by former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Dr. Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, over the political future of President Bola Tinubu, declaring confidently that the President would win re-election “comfortably” in 2027 based on his performance and leadership capacity. In a strongly worded post on his verified X handle, Special Adviser to […]

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2 w. ago Claims of Shettima being barred from villa, fabricated – Presidency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has vehemently denied allegations that Vice President Kashim Shettima was denied access to the Presidential Villa, dismissing the claims as “totally fabricated” and part of a “deliberate orchestration of falsehood” aimed at sowing discord in the administration. In a strongly worded statement issued on Saturday by Senior Special Assistant […] The post Claims of Shettima being barred from villa, fabricated – Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Presidency Debunks Alleged Villa Access Denial To VP Shettima

The Presidency has strongly refuted media reports in some quarters suggesting that Vice President Kashim Shettima was recently denied access to the Presidential Villa, describing the claim as “totally fabricated” and “a wild expression of wishful thinking.” In a statement issued on Saturday, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications (Office of […]

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3 w. ago Atiku hails Arsenal’s unity, says victory comes through coalition

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 general election, Atiku Abubakar, has drawn inspiration from English Premier League club, Arsenal FC, to emphasise the importance of unity and consolidation in coalition politics. In a post shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Wednesday, Atiku praised Arsenal’s Read More

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3 w. ago 2027: PDP govs playing Asiwaju’s spoiler game – Atiku’s coalition 

A coalition involving former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, and others has alleged that the Peoples Democratic Party governors rejected a proposed alliance and plan to field a weak candidate in the 2027 election to split opposition votes in favour of President Bola Tinubu. Read More

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3 w. ago Loyalist Condemns Governor Bala’s ‘Disrespectful’ Attack On Atiku

A prominent loyalist of former Nigerian vice president and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) 2023 presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has sharply criticised Bauchi State Governor Bala Muhammed for comments deemed “reckless” and “disrespectful” towards the elder statesman. Dr Aslam Aliyu, known as Gimbiyar Kauran Namoda from Zamfara State and one of the most respected politicians in […]

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3 w. ago Atiku condemns Plateau killings, blames Tinubu for security failures

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 elections, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has expressed sorrow and outrage over the recent wave of killings in Plateau and Borno states, describing the incidents as a reflection of the worsening security situation under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a strongly worded statement Read More

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3 w. 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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