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Lagos Lawmaker Ogundipe declares re-election bid, vows more development
The lawmaker representing Oshodi/Isolo Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Stephen Ogundipe, popularly known as Omojomolo, has formally declared his intention to seek re-election for a second term. Ogundipe made the declaration on Monday, urging constituents to renew his mandate and pledging to consolidate on his achievements while delivering more dividends of democracy. He said his…
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BREAKING: Jonathan, Obi hold closed-door meeting ahead of 2027 elections
Former President Goodluck Jonathan and former Anambra State governor Peter Obi on Monday held a closed-door meeting as part of ongoing political consultations ahead of the 2027 general elections. Although details of the meeting were not publicly disclosed, it is believed to be part of efforts to strengthen opposition collaboration in the run-up to the polls. The mobilisation wing of…
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Adeleke links Oyetola, Oyebamiji to Osun crisis, alleges misuse of Tinubu’s name
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Monday accused the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, and the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, of using the name of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to perpetrate anti-people activities in the state. Speaking during an unscheduled visit to the Osun State University Teaching Hospital,…
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Accord Party distances self from Ibadan coalition, denies backing joint 2027 candidate
By Adejayan Gbenga The Accord Party has distanced itself from a political coalition meeting held in Ibadan, Oyo State, where 14 parties were reportedly said to have agreed to present a single presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. In a statement issued on Monday, the party insisted it neither attended the meeting nor authorised anyone to represent it, stressing…
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Ekiti 2026: INEC moves against fake news ahead of poll
By Boye Oyeyemi The Independent National Electoral Commission has stepped up preparations for the June 20, 2026 governorship election in Ekiti State, with a strong focus on voter education, inclusiveness and curbing misinformation. According to a statement released on Monday, the move followed a high-level strategy meeting held by the commission, aimed at strengthening public awareness and ensuring a credible…
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APC releases revised election timetable, fixes presidential primary for May 23
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has released a revised timetable for its activities ahead of the 2027 general elections, including the fixing of its presidential primary election for May 23. According to the party, the updated schedule introduces changes to key internal processes such as screening of aspirants, appeals, and the conduct of primaries. In a statement on Monday signed…
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Pro-Tinubu group gets campaign office in Ibadan ahead of 2027 elections
By Adejayan Gbenga A political mobilisation group, PBAT AGAIN 2027, has intensified grassroots campaign activities in Ibadan, Oyo State, with the commissioning of a new state office aimed at building support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. The office was officially unveiled on Sunday at Oke-Bola, Ibadan, during an event attended by party leaders, stakeholders,…
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Lagos APC: Group rejects imposition of candidates in Oshodi/Isolo
A group within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos, operating under the umbrella of The Mandate Movement (TMM) in Oshodi/Isolo Constituency 1 and 2, has rejected any attempt to impose candidates through undemocratic means, warning that it would strongly resist efforts to manipulate the party structure for individual interests. The position was made known in a communiqué read by…
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BREAKING: Sanwo-Olu endorses Hazmat as preferred successor
By Adeola Ogunrinde Babajide Sanwo-Olu and members of the state executive council on Monday endorsed his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, as the preferred candidate for the 2027 governorship election. The governor made the announcement at Lagos House Marina following a closed-door meeting with Hamzat, who had formally informed him and cabinet members of his intention to contest the election. Also present…
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