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Oyo 2027: Group picks APC governorship forms for Gbadegesin
A political group, Ajosepo fún Itesiwaju Oke-Ogun, has announced the purchase of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, signaling his entry into the race for the party’s governorship ticket in Oyo State. In a statement issued on May 1, 2026, the group described the move as a significant milestone in…
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May Day: Adebayo urges leaders to prioritise workers’ welfare
A former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has called on Nigerian leaders to prioritise the welfare and dignity of workers across the country. Adebayo made the call in a goodwill message to commemorate International Workers’ Day, stressing that labour must be rewarded with opportunity rather than reduced to a daily struggle for survival. He…
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LP not bound by coalition agreement in Ibadan, will contest presidency — Otti
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has said that the Labour Party (LP) was not part of the opposition summit held in Ibadan, Oyo State, and insists the party remains independent ahead of the 2027 general elections. The summit, which brought together opposition leaders including the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by David Mark, a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party…
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Momodu denies vice-presidential ticket rumours, rules out contest ahead of 2027
Media entrepreneur and publisher, Dele Momodu, has dismissed speculation linking him to a possible vice-presidential ticket with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, saying he has no intention of contesting any elective position. Momodu made the clarification on Thursday via his social media platforms, describing the circulating claim as a distraction and urging supporters to ignore it. “I’m not running for…
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May Day: Lagos APC salutes workers, pledges better labour standards
The Chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, has commended workers across the state for their contributions to economic growth and development as Nigeria marks Workers’ Day. In a statement issued on Friday to commemorate the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration, Ojelabi described workers as the “lifeblood” of Lagos, noting that their dedication and…
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NWC approves extension for APC 2027 forms sales, submission
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has approved an extension of the timelines for the sale of aspirants’ Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms ahead of the 2027 General Elections. The decision was reached during the NWC meeting held on Thursday at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja. The extension also covers the deadline for…
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Ekiti workers pledge 500,000 votes for Oyebanji’s re-election
Workers in Ekiti State have pledged to deliver over 500,000 votes for Governor Biodun Oyebanji in the June 20 governorship election, citing his administration’s pro-labour policies and welfare interventions as their motivation. The workers, drawn from ministries, departments and agencies as well as affiliates of the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress, made the declaration during a “thank you…
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ADC convention: Wike did not threaten us, De Rainbow Event Centre clarifies
The management of De Rainbow Event Centre has denied allegations that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, threatened to revoke its licence over its decision to host the national convention of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, the centre’s Director, Martina K. Yusuf, described the claims as false and unverified. “We…
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PDP BoT assumes leadership after Supreme Court nullifies convention
The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has assumed leadership of the party following a Supreme Court judgment that invalidated its recent national convention. In a statement issued on Thursday, the BoT said its decision was in line with the provisions of the PDP constitution to prevent a leadership vacuum at the national level. The apex…
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Supreme Court ruling ends PDP factional crisis, says Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared an end to factionalism in the Peoples Democratic Party following the Supreme Court’s dismissal of the appeal by the Kabiru Turaki-led group over the Ibadan National Convention. Speaking at his Abuja residence shortly after the judgment on Thursday, Wike told reporters that the Supreme Court decision has settled…
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