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Benue Rep, Ojotu dumps PDP for APC

A member of the House of Representatives, Ojema Ojotu, representing Apa/Agatu Federal Constituency in Benue State, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). Ojotu, who serves as the Chairman of the House Committee on Inland Waterways, announced his defection on Tuesday through a formal letter addressed […]

Obidients don’t follow parties but individuals – Analyst

Political affairs analyst, Jerry Chukwueke, has said that the Obidient Movement, made up of supporters of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, is not driven by political parties but by personalities who represent competence and integrity. Chukwueke made this statement during an interview on The Morning Brief on Channels Television, while discussing the expectations […]

2027: Treat election riggers as terrorists – Aisha Yesufu

Prominent activist and co-founder of the Bring Back Our Girls movement, Aisha Yesufu, has called for severe punishment for anyone involved in election rigging in Nigeria. She argued that those who manipulate elections should be treated as terrorists, as their actions destroy democracy and endanger national stability. Yesufu made the statement in a post on […]

No Politician Can Challenge Tinubu In 2027 – Daniel Bwala Declares

The Presidency has declared that no Nigerian politician currently has the political structure or national influence to challenge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. The statement was made by Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, during an interactive session with over 100 pro-Tinubu support groups in Abuja. Bwala […]

Peter Obi Dismisses Fears Of Nigeria Becoming A One-party State

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has dismissed fears that Nigeria is gradually turning into a one-party state following recent defections of politicians to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking with journalists, Obi stated that Nigeria’s democracy remains strong and that no single party can dominate the country simply through mass defections. He […]

ADC warns National Assembly against move to shift 2027 elections to November 2026

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly cautioned the National Assembly against its plan to shift the 2027 general elections to November 2026, warning that such a move could harm Nigeria’s democratic process and disrupt governance. The party argued that the proposal, contained in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2025, would throw the country into […]

Abure Represents Labor Party At INEC Meeting

The National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Barrister Julius Abure, on Tuesday represented the party at a meeting organized by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja. The meeting, which involved leaders of registered political parties, focused on electoral reforms and preparations ahead of future elections in Nigeria. Abure’s attendance at the INEC […]

The Declining Influence Of Wike As Tinubu Secures Defections From PDP Governors

Nyesom Wike, once a dominant force in Nigeria’s political scene, is witnessing a steady decline in his influence. The former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), who was once seen as a master strategist and kingmaker within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), is gradually losing his political relevance. For […]

2027: NASS Proposes November 2026 For Presidential, Governorship Elections

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the National Assembly is proposing that the presidential and governorship elections be conducted in November 2026, instead of the traditional February or March schedule. This proposal is part of the draft amendments to the Electoral Act 2022, discussed during a public hearing held by the Joint Committee on Electoral […]

Popular Singer, Mr Eazi Declares Intention to Contest for Nigeria’s Presidency

Popular Nigerian singer and entrepreneur, Mr Eazi (Oluwatosin Ajibade), has shocked fans and political observers after declaring his intention to contest for the presidency of Nigeria. The music star made the announcement during a recent interview, stating that his decision stems from a desire to bring innovation, transparency, and youthful energy into the country’s leadership. […]