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2027: APC, ADC move Nigeria’s political ‘war’ to Washington

2027: APC, ADC move Nigeria’s political ‘war’ to Washington

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — Nigeria’s political fight ahead of the 2027 presidential election is no longer just playing out at home. It is now unfolding in Washington, London, and other global capitals, where millions of dollars are being spent to shape how the country is seen, and ultimately, how its next election may be judged. The administration of…

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PDP crisis: Gbenga Hashim weighs exit option

PDP crisis: Gbenga Hashim weighs exit option

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has deepened, with presidential aspirant and founding member, Gbenga Hashim, weighing the option of leaving the party as reconciliation efforts collapsed and concerns mount over its future, ahead of 2027. The situation not only reflects a party struggling to hold itself together, with its credibility as an…

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ADC claims INEC derecognition aimed at blocking 2027 participation

ADC claims INEC derecognition aimed at blocking 2027 participation

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has alleged that its derecognition by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is part of a broader effort to prevent the party from participating in the 2027 general election. In a statement issued on Monday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said the commission’s recent actions — including its refusal to accept correspondence…

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INEC move could shut ADC out of 2027 poll — Party

INEC move could shut ADC out of 2027 poll — Party

By Luminous Jannamike, ABUJA The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says actions by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) could stop it from fielding candidates in the 2027 elections, warning that the Commission’s refusal to accept its correspondence may effectively shut it out of the ballot. The ADC says that by declining to receive its communications, the Commission is making…

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2027: Obi’s camp alleges plot to deny him ballot access

2027: Obi’s camp alleges plot to deny him ballot access

By Luminous Jannamike, ABUJA The Media Office of Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate and a leading contender for 2027, says there is a coordinated plot by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to stop him from getting on the ballot for the January 2027 poll. The claim, if proven, casts fresh scrutiny on the independence of…

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‘Another presidential promise fails’ — Obi slams Tinubu over fresh attack in Plateau

‘Another presidential promise fails’ — Obi slams Tinubu over fresh attack in Plateau

Peter Obi has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over renewed attacks across parts of the country, recalling the President’s recent assurance that the violence in Jos would not recur. In a statement posted on X on Monday, Obi said the resurgence of killings within days of the President’s promise highlights a failure of leadership and responsibility. Quoting Tinubu’s earlier remark,…

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Nigeria devolving into one-party state — Makinde

Nigeria devolving into one-party state — Makinde

By Dapo Akinrefon GOVERNOR Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, yesterday, expressed concern over the future of democracy, warning that Nigeria is devolving into a one-party state. Read Also:‘Investigate threats against Seun Okinbaloye, other journalists’, NGE, SERAP tell Tinubu Makinde, in a newsletter titled ‘The business of governance’, noted that those opposed to Nigeria devolving into a one-party state are being…

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Atiku, Amaechi, Aregbesola, others are ‘twinkle little stars’ in ADC — Morka

ADC claims INEC derecognition aimed at blocking 2027 participation

The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Felix Morka, has downplayed the weight and influence of coalition within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing its leading figures as politically ineffective despite their individual profiles. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Morka said the ruling party had no reason to feel threatened by the opposition alliance, insisting…

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ADC debunks claim of leadership change involving David Mark, Ralph Nwosu

ADC debunks claim of leadership change involving David Mark, Ralph Nwosu

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed reports claiming that Senator David Mark stepped aside as the party’s national chairman to allow former chairman Ralph Nwosu take over leadership ahead of its national convention. The party’s reaction followed an online publication suggesting that Mark relinquished his position amid internal disputes and mounting pressure over the party’s structure, particularly after…

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