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2027: Momodu backs Atiku-Obi ticket, says APC in ‘obvious panic’

2027: Momodu backs Atiku-Obi ticket, says APC in ‘obvious panic’

By Bayo Wahab The Publisher of Ovation Magazine and opposition party chieftain, Dele Momodu, has expressed support for a potential joint presidential ticket between Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Momodu made the remarks during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Tuesday, where…

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‘You failed woefully as minister’ -  Onanuga blasts Aregbesola for ‘attacking’ Tinubu

‘You failed woefully as minister’ -  Onanuga blasts Aregbesola for ‘attacking’ Tinubu

By Bayo Wahab Presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga has launched a scathing attack on Rauf Aregbesola following the latter’s criticism of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The exchange comes hours after Aregbesola, speaking at the convention of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Tuesday, described the current administration as a government of “scammers” and urged Nigerians to prevent it from…

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Nigeria’s democracy at risk, David Mark warns at ADC Convention

Nigeria’s democracy at risk, David Mark warns at ADC Convention

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — Nigeria’s democracy is under growing strain and must be defended, former Senate President David Mark warned on Tuesday, as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) opened its national convention amid complaints of political pressure and institutional interference. What began as a routine party convention quickly turned into a broader political moment, drawing opposition figures and…

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Nigeria facing ‘clear meltdown’ – Ireti Kingibe

Nigeria facing ‘clear meltdown’ – Ireti Kingibe

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — Senator Ireti Kingibe on Tuesday warned that Nigeria is sliding deeper into crisis, with rising insecurity, hardship and failing public services pushing many to the brink, saying the country is now ‘in meltdown’ and no longer working for its people. According to her, frustration is building across the country as basic needs such as…

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Impeachment saga rocks Oyo Assembly as lawmakers split

Impeachment saga rocks Oyo Assembly as lawmakers split

…Makinde loyalists speak out amid rising tensions By Adeola Badru Tension is mounting sharply in Oyo State as what began as quiet speculation about an impeachment plot has rapidly evolved into a full-blown political crisis within the State House of Assembly. What initially appeared to be mere whispers has now crystallised into a serious and potentially destabilising issue, drawing…

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ADC defies venue setback, insists convention holds today

ADC defies venue setback, insists convention holds today

By Juliet Umeh The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has affirmed that its national convention scheduled for April 14 will proceed as planned at the Rainbow Event Centre, despite last-minute attempts to revoke access to the venue. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, a senior party figure, Kola Ologbondiyan, disclosed that the leadership received reports late Monday night indicating…

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Convention: Setback for ADC as event centre proprietor withdraws permission to use facility

Convention: Setback for ADC as event centre proprietor withdraws permission to use facility

By Bayo Wahab The planned national convention of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has suffered a setback after the proprietor of Rainbow Event Centre in Abuja withdrew permission for the party to use the facility. The development was disclosed on Monday night by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, via his X account. According to Abdullahi, the venue…

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‘Opportunistic, inconsistent politician’  —  Onanuga fires Obi over hint about ADC exit

‘Opportunistic, inconsistent politician’  —  Onanuga fires Obi over hint about ADC exit

Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga has launched a stinging attack on former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, describing him as the most opportunistic and inconsistent politician in Nigeria’s history. Onanuga’s comment came after Obi hinted in a television interview that he could leave the African Democratic Congress if the party’s internal processes were compromised. Reacting on X after Obi’s…

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Obi defends defections, hints about dumping ADC if ‘process is compromised’

Obi defends defections, hints about dumping ADC if ‘process is compromised’

By Bayo Wahab Peter Obi, a key opposition figure and presidential aspirant on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has indicated he may leave the party if its internal processes are compromised. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Monday, Obi defended his history of moving between political parties, insisting that his decisions have…

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