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Senate President Akpabio laments frequent defections, declares ADC ‘dead’
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has dismissed the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a declining political force following a series of defections from the party. Akpabio made the remark on Tuesday during plenary while reading a letter announcing the defection of Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, who represents Abia South, from the ADC to the Labour Party. The Senate President’s comment comes amid…
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BREAKING: 17 Reps dump ADC for NDC as Kalu reads defection notices
Seventeen members of the House of Representatives have defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The notices of defection were read on the floor of the House during Tuesday’s plenary by the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu. Details of the lawmakers involved were not immediately disclosed at the time of filing this report. Further details…
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Gov Oyebanji faces no real challenge, Otitoju says
By Boye Oyeyemi A former Ekiti State Commissioner for Information, Kayode Otitoju, has disclosed that the forthcoming June 20 governorship election in the state is tilting heavily in favour of the All Progressives Congress, describing the race as “lacking strong opposition”. Speaking during an interview on Tuesday, Otitoju attributed the situation to disunity among opposition parties and the dominance of…
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Former Arise News anchor Ikokwu dumps ADC for NDC ahead of primaries
Former Arise News anchor and House of Representatives aspirant for Idemili North and South Federal Constituency, Dr Chiogo Constance Ikokwu, has defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). Ikokwu announced her defection in a statement titled “A Strategic Realignment for Purposeful Service,” noting that the decision came amid ongoing political realignments and the limited…
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Ex-Kano Deputy Governor Gwarzo resigns from ADC
A former Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Gwarzo, has resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing shifts in the political environment. Gwarzo confirmed his exit in a letter dated May 1, 2026, addressed to the party chairman in Gwarzo Local Government Area. He stated that the resignation takes effect immediately. “The decision follows careful thought and consultations with…
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APC’s Oladejo wins City People Political Icon award
Former Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Lagos Chapter, and aspirant for Mushin II Federal Constituency, Seye Oladejo, has been honoured with the Political Icon Special Award by City People Magazine at its 2026 City People Political Awards. In a statement issued by his media office, the recognition was described as a testament to Oladejo’s enduring commitment to…
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ADC remains strong despite Obi, Kwankwaso exit — Abdullahi
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reacted to the exit of former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, and former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, saying their departure will not derail the party’s objectives ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, who spoke on Arise Television, described the development as a setback but not a…
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APC promises issue-driven campaign, predicts defeat for Adeleke in 2026 Osun election
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has pledged to run an issue-based campaign ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election, while expressing confidence that it will unseat the incumbent governor, Ademola Adeleke. The party’s chairman of media and publicity for the Osun 2026 Governorship Campaign Council, Remi Omowaiye, made this known on…
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PDP will produce Nigeria’s next president — Makinde
By Adejayan Gbenga Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has expressed confidence that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will win the 2027 presidential election. Makinde made the statement on Monday in Abuja while addressing party leaders and stakeholders at the 103rd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of a PDP faction. He said the party remained well-positioned to reclaim power across all…
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Oyo Accord guber aspirant Oriyomi Hamzat picks nomination form
By Adejayan Gbenga Ibadan-based broadcaster and governorship aspirant under the Accord Party, Oriyomi Hamzat, has picked the party’s expression of interest and nomination forms ahead of the 2027 Oyo State governorship election. Hamzat obtained the forms on Monday at the party secretariat in Yemetu, Ibadan North LGA, where he addressed supporters after completing the process. He said the move marked…
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