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ADC rejects INEC’s delisting of David Mark-led leadership
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has rejected the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) decision to delist the party leadership headed by Senator David Mark, calling it politically motivated. In a statement on Wednesday, Bolaji Abdullahi, ADC national publicity secretary, alleged that INEC acted “under pressure from a government panicked by the opposition momentum” despite efforts to weaken opposition parties. “We…
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2027: Politics should serve the people, not personal gain- Adebayo
…rejects transactional politics Former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has called for a renewed commitment to the foundational ideals that shaped Nigeria’s independence, stressing that governance must be driven by public good rather than transactional politics. He made the call at a high-level stakeholders’ meeting held in Osun State, which brought together key socio-political…
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2027: Ex-Kwara Central Senator, Oloriegbe, joins governorship contest
Former Senator Ibrahim Oloriegbe has declared his intention to contest the governorship of Kwara State under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. Oloriegbe, who represented Kwara Central in the Senate from 2019 to 2023, made the declaration in a letter of intent addressed to party leadership, citing deep reflection, prayer, and wide consultations with stakeholders. He…
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Bauchi governor meets APC leaders amid defection speculation
The Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, on Wednesday held a closed-door meeting with Nentawe Yilwatda, national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), and Abba Yusuf, governor of Kano State, amid growing speculation about his possible defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The meeting, which took place at the Government House in Bauchi, comes as Mohammed weighs his…
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EXCLUSIVE: Why Adelabu, Alausa, Pate did not resign over 2027 governorship ambitions
By Raphael Innocent – Some senior officials in the current administration with reported governorship ambitions did not resign their positions ahead of the March 31 deadline due to political and strategic considerations, sources have revealed to Western Post. A circular issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, had directed public office…
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INEC derecognises David Mark, rival faction amid ADC leadership dispute
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has suspended recognition of the rival leadership factions of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by former Senate President David Mark and Rafiu Bala pending the resolution of the ongoing court case over the party’s leadership. INEC said it would no longer accept official correspondence from either group after reviewing the Court of Appeal…
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I’ll work with Malami, El-Rufai despite ongoing corruption trials — Obi
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, now a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), says he is willing to work with members of the party, including Abubakar Malami and Nasir El-Rufai, despite allegations of corruption against them. Speaking during a programme on Magic FM in Aba, Abia State, Obi explained that engaging with such individuals…
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Atiku meets Kwankwaso in Kano, discusses ADC unity ahead of 2027
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar on Wednesday met with former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso at his residence in Kano, where both leaders discussed the progress and unity of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a statement posted on his official X account after the meeting, Atiku described the visit as a courtesy call and said discussions focused on strengthening the…
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2027: Gov Aiyedatiwa leads solidarity walk for Tinubu in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi Supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State staged a solidarity walk on Wednesday to show support for President Bola Tinubu. The walk, led by Governor Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, was tagged “TinubuDatiwa Half a Million Walk 2027.” The event was organised by Kehinde Akinrotoye, former senior special assistant to the governor on sports and coordinator…
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Afenifere, ACF, NEF leaders back SDP ahead of 2027
Three of Nigeria’s most influential socio-political groups—Afenifere, Arewa Consultative Forum and Northern Elders Forum—have endorsed the Social Democratic Party (SDP), signalling a rare alignment of northern and southern interests ahead of the polls. The endorsement, announced at a high-level stakeholders’ meeting in Ilesha, Osun State, drew political actors and opinion leaders from across the country, including delegates from all 19…
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