2027: ‘Tinubu not our problem’ – Amaechi
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has said President Bola Tinubu is not Nigeria’s biggest political challenge. Speaking at a conference, Amaechi argued that the real issue is the weakness of opposition parties. He maintained that meaningful change will only happen when the opposition becomes strong and united. Amaechi stressed that opposition leaders must clearly […]
I’ll not leave PDP, Makinde declares
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has declared that he will not leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He made this clear while speaking at the Omituntun Ramadan Lecture in Ibadan, assuring supporters that he remains committed to the party. Makinde said he was elected under the PDP and would stay loyal to its ideals. He […]
2027: Details of Senate’s dramatic Tuesday plenary over election date, electronic transmission
Nigeria’s Senate held a tense plenary Tuesday as lawmakers reopened debate on the Electoral Act amendment bill to avoid a clash between the 2027 general elections and major religious seasons like Ramadan and Lent. The chamber agreed to reconsider the legislation after consultations with Independent National Electoral Commission over its February 2027 election timetable. Senate […]
2027: ‘Presiding officer open to danger’ – Igini on consequences of controversial electoral act bill
Former Mike Igini, who once served with the Independent National Electoral Commission, has warned that the proposed Electoral Act amendment could put polling officials at risk during the 2027 elections. He shared this concern while speaking on Arise Television. Igini explained that the bill might bring back a system similar to the old incident form, […]
Electoral act: Democracy under threat in Nigeria – ACF
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has raised concerns over threats to democracy in Nigeria amid controversies surrounding the Electoral Act Amendment Bills in the National Assembly. The forum insists that real-time transmission of election results is crucial to improving transparency and strengthening democratic processes. ACF’s National Publicity Secretary, Prof. T. A. Muhammad-Baba, claimed that external […]
2027: Lent or Ramadan should not be consideration for election schedule – Edo Senator, Imasuen
Edo South Senatorial District lawmaker, Neda Imasuen, has said that religious observances such as Lent or Ramadan should not influence the scheduling of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. Speaking in an interview on Arise Television’s “Morning Show,” the senator emphasized that elections are a civic responsibility that should transcend religious considerations. Imasuen’s remarks come in response to […]
2027: If they don’t count it, we count the person – Peter Obi
The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the last general election, Peter Obi, has declared that votes must count in the 2027 elections. Obi warned that Nigerians would not accept any manipulation of results, stressing that the integrity of the electoral process must be protected. His comment, “If they don’t count it, we count the person,” […]
House of Reps members to hold emergency plenary on Tuesday to discuss 2027 election dates
Members of the Nigerian House of Representatives are scheduled to hold an emergency plenary on Tuesday to discuss the 2027 general election timetable recently announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The session follows concerns over the timing of the elections, with the presidential and National Assembly polls set for February 20, 2027, and […]
2027: El-Rufai’s son gives condition to dump APC
Bello El-Rufai, federal lawmaker and son of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, has addressed speculation about a possible defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC) before the 2027 general elections. Responding to a social media user urging him to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bello dismissed the idea, stressing that online pressure does […]
2027: Adopt real-time results upload or face protests – RNA tells Senate
The Rescue Nigeria Alliance (RNA) has warned the Senate to restore compulsory real-time electronic transmission of election results ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group said removing the provision from the amended Electoral Act could weaken transparency and damage public trust in Nigeria’s electoral system. According to the organisation, transparent elections are vital for […]