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Ondo APC moves to quell rift among members, urges unity
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has appealed to party members to remain united following the conclusion of its primary elections, urging stakeholders to work together ahead of future electoral contests. The party made the call while congratulating Muslim faithful in Ondo State and across the country on the successful celebration of the 2026…
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Osun 2026: Oyintiloye urges APC members to embrace unity
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has called on party members to unite and put aside internal differences ahead of the August 15 governorship election in the state. He expressed confidence in the APC’s chances of winning the poll but warned that division, bitterness, reckless statements and…
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2027: Obi names Kwankwaso as running mate, rejects “spare tyre” vice presidency model
Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (Nigeria Democratic Congress), has announced that he will run an inclusive, partnership-based government with former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso if elected president in 2027. Obi made the announcement on Saturday during the party’s national convention in Abuja, where he formally unveiled Kwankwaso as his vice-presidential candidate. Kwankwaso, a prominent figure…
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REPORT: Mixed reactions trail Nigerians’ views on 2027 general elections
By Eboselume Olutola and Boye Oyeyemi – Nigerians from different walks of life have expressed mixed opinions about the forthcoming 2027 general elections, especially the presidential and National Assembly polls. Although the elections are still months away, political activities across parties have intensified, with most major parties either concluding their primaries or nearing the end of their internal selection processes.…
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Power play pushes television star boy, Sulaiman Aledeh out of Edo Broadcasting Station
Former Managing Director of Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS), Sulaiman Aledeh, has broken his silence following his exit from the state-owned media organisation, expressing gratitude to supporters while declining to comment on the circumstances surrounding his departure. In a recent statement, Aledeh, a renowned broadcaster and television personality, thanked the Edo State Government, the management and staff of EBS, as well…
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Tinubu backs Oyebanji’s re-election, unveils N100m grant for Ekiti women
By Boye Oyeyemi Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Saturday endorsed the re-election bid of Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, while announcing a N100 million empowerment package for 2,000 women in the state ahead of the June 20 governorship election. Speaking at a women’s rally in Ado-Ekiti, the first lady urged residents to maintain their support for Oyebanji and…
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Oyo APC leaders present Alli as governorship candidate to Tinubu
By Adejayan Gbenga Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State have formally presented Senator Sharafadeen Alli to President Bola Tinubu as the party’s governorship candidate, putting an end to months of speculation over the ticket. The delegation was led by former Deputy Governor and Oyo APC Chairman, Chief Moses Adeyemo. Other members included former Deputy Governor, Chief…
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Rivers 2027: I’m yet to endorse any governorship candidate — Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said the Rainbow Coalition in Rivers State has not endorsed any candidate for the 2027 governorship election, dismissing claims that the alliance has already settled for a preferred aspirant. Speaking on Saturday at a luncheon organised for candidates of the coalition in Port Harcourt, Wike said the only decision reached…
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Oyo APC confident of victory in 2027, says Alli
…pushes for unity ahead polls The consensus governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has expressed confidence that the party will reclaim power in the state in 2027, citing ongoing reconciliation efforts and support from President Bola Tinubu as key drivers of its prospects. Alli spoke on Saturday after joining a delegation of…
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Labour Party faction adopts Chibuzo Okereke as 2027 presidential candidate
The Labour Party faction led by Nenadi Usman has adopted governance expert and policy strategist, Chibuzo Okereke, as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Saturday, which said Okereke emerged through a consensus arrangement involving party members and stakeholders. The decision was subsequently ratified at a meeting held in Abuja…
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