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Critics worried over Obi–Kwankwaso political impact —Kwankwasiyya
The Kwankwasiyya Movement says growing political discussions around a possible alliance between its leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and former Labour Party’s Peter Obi are generating concern among some political actors because of their wider national impact. The group said while many Nigerians have welcomed the talks as a positive step toward political unity, others have responded with criticism and…
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Oyo Assembly Majority Leader Sanjo Adedoyin quits PDP
By Adejayan Gbenga The Majority Leader of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Sanjo Adedoyin, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). Adedoyin, who represents Ogbomoso South constituency, announced his resignation in a statement issued in Ibadan on Friday, saying his decision followed deep reflection and consultations. He attributed his move to…
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Former council boss Olaosebikan explains decision to join House of Representatives race
By Adejayan Gbenga Kehinde Olaosebikan has officially joined the race for the House of Representatives seat for Oluyole Federal Constituency under the All Progressives Congress (APC) after picking his nomination form during the week. Explaining his decision to seek election into the National Assembly, Olaosebikan said his aspiration is driven by a strong desire to represent the people of Oluyole…
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Police assure adequate security ahead of Ondo by-election
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ondo State Police Command has commenced security operations ahead of the forthcoming by-election in the state, assuring residents and electoral officials of adequate protection throughout the exercise. The Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Lawal, gave the assurance during a meeting with the Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission in Ondo State, Dr Mutiu Agboke,…
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Shina Peller dumps PDP for APM over internal issues
By Adejayan Gbenga A former federal lawmaker at the House of Representatives, Shina Peller, has resigned from the People’s Democratic Party and joined the Allied Peoples Movement ahead of the 2027 general elections. Peller officially announced his defection on Thursday at the APM State Secretariat in Ibadan, where he was received by supporters and party leaders. His Chief Press Secretary,…
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PGF denies reports of Uzodimma’s removal as chairman
The Progressive Governors’ Forum has dismissed reports alleging that Hope Uzodimma was removed as chairman of the body by fellow governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress. Reports circulating on Thursday night claimed that about 20 governors took the decision during an extraordinary meeting held in Abuja. The reports further alleged that governors from Ogun State, Bayelsa…
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Oshiomhole demands Akpabio’s resignation over Senate Standing Orders
The Senator representing Edo North senatorial district, Adams Oshiomhole, has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio to resign over recent amendments to the Senate Standing Orders governing the election of principal officers in the upper chamber. Oshiomhole made the call on Thursday while speaking with journalists in Abuja, describing the amended rules as being rooted in what he termed a…
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EXCLUSIVE: Division rocks Progressive Governors’ Forum
By Raphael Jackson – A leadership crisis has reportedly erupted within the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF), the umbrella body of governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). A faction within the forum was said to have claimed that the chairman of the PGF and Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, had been removed from his…
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PHOTO NEWS: Shettima submits Tinubu’s APC nomination form
Vice President Kashim Shettima has submitted President Bola Tinubu’s nomination and expression of interest forms ahead of the 2027 presidential election. He said President Tinubu has demonstrated strong leadership in navigating Nigeria’s economic and social challenges, insisting that his resolve remains unfazed despite difficult reforms. Speaking on Thursday at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja, Shettima said…
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Tinubu has shown capacity in leading Nigeria – Shettima rallies APC members
The Vice President, Kashim Shettima, says President Bola Tinubu has demonstrated strong leadership in navigating Nigeria through economic and social challenges, insisting that his “resolve remains unfazed” despite difficult reforms. He spoke on Thursday at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja during the submission of President Tinubu’s nomination and expression of interest forms ahead of the 2027…
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