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Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has denied widespread reports suggesting he has submitted the name of a specific aspirant to President Bola Tinubu for endorsement as the state’s next governor. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Bashir Adigun, the Governor described the rumors as a calculated attempt at blackmail and urged political ...
By Ismail Azeez The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the ruling Accord Party have begun to exchange words over the purchase of security vehicles for the Osun State Police Command. The APC berated the ruling party and Governor Ademola Adeleke for criticising against purchasing of Police vehicles by LG Council ...
By Muyideen Aliyu The France chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the party’s leadership for the successful conduct of its just-concluded national convention, describing it as seamless, well-coordinated, and a reflection of party unity. In a statement issued on Tuesday by its Chairperson, Amina Suzuki, the chapter ...
By Imisioluwa Afunmiso Nigeria's Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima has paid a condolence visit to former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, over the death of his mother, late Hajiya Fatima Umma. Shettima joins a host of other eminent Nigerians across party divide who have commiserate with the former Governor. The Vice President who ...
By Matthew Denis Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has asked members of the Kwankwasiyya movement to get fully prepared for the 2027 general elections after officially joining the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Kwankwaso spoke at his Miller Road residence in Kano shortly after receiving his ADC ...
The Movement for Credible Elections (MCE) has raised concerns over what it described as a growing threat to Nigeria’s democracy following recent developments within the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement issued on March 31, 2026, the group alleged that the APC’s national convention and preceding state congresses reflect a pattern of suppressed internal ...
By Imisioluwa Afunmiso The German government has reportedly declined the appointment of former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, as Nigeria’s ambassador-designate, citing concerns over his past statements and public conduct. According to an exclusive report by Peoples Gazette, the decision followed his nomination by Bola Ahmed Tinubu earlier in March. The report claims that German authorities ...
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the immediate dissolution of the State Executive Council, signaling a significant administrative shift as the state prepares for the 2027 gubernatorial elections. The dissolution is specifically necessitated by Section 84(12) of the Electoral Act 2022, which mandates that no political appointee at any level shall be ...
Former Deputy National Chairman of the PDP, Chief Olabode George has condemned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its recognition of the Wike-led faction national convention held on Sunday. Describing the move as deceitful and dishonest, Chief George maintained that Wike and his associates had been expelled from the party during a meeting in ...
By Ismail Azeez The Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has relieved all political aides of their duties with immediate effect. According to an official statement released via the state’s verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, the dissolution specifically affects all Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) and Special Assistants (SAs) to the Governor. In a briefing ...
By: Usman Y. Ismail Prominent political leaders across Nigeria converged in Abuja on Monday to celebrate veteran journalist and TVC Director of News, Babajide Otitoju, as he marked his 60th birthday alongside the launch of his new book. Vice President Kashim Shettima, Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, as well as governors from Kwara, Lagos, ...
By Denis Matthew A pro-Tinubu 2027 group, Renewed Hope People Advocacy, has called on Nigerians to re-elect Pres. Bola Ahmed Tinubu to complete ongoing infrastructural development and human empowerment programmes. The group inaugurated Chief Michael Duru Ejiogu as its National Patron in Abuja, alongside other executives. The ceremony, held on Tuesday, drew party chieftains, youth ...
Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, son of former Kano State governor and 2023 presidential candidate, has resigned from the (NNPP), signalling a significant political realignment. In a statement shared on Monday via his Facebook page, Mustapha confirmed that his decision to exit the party was “deliberate and carefully considered,” adding that he has begun the process of ...
By Ismail Azeez The gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming Osun State governorship election, Bola Oyebamiji, has congratulated members of the party’s National Executive Committee following their re-election. Oyebamiji, popularly known as AMBO, specifically congratulated Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, APC National Chairman, and Sen. Ajibola Surajudeen Basiru, APC National Secretary, ...
Pres. Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Sen. Dr Ibrahim Ida as Chairman of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and nominated seven persons as Federal Commissioners of the National Population Commission (NPC). The nominations are subject to confirmation by the National Assembly. Ida holds an MSc in Banking and Finance from the University of Ibadan (1983) ...
By Seyifunmi Azeez Oyo State politician and former Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory, Oloye Jumoke Akinjide, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), ending more than two decades of membership. In a letter addressed to the PDP Ward Chairman for Ward 1 in Ona Ara Local Government, Ibadan, and dated ...
By Ejire Folakunmi It started with hope. On June 12, 1993, Nigerians came out in large numbers to vote. It was widely regarded as one of the fairest elections in the country’s history. People from different regions and backgrounds participated peacefully. For many, it felt like a real chance for change and a better future. ...
By Imisioluwa Afunmiso Former Oyo State Commissioner for Health and public sector reform advocate, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has called for increased female representation in party leadership and governance. He made the call following a strategic meeting with leaders of the Oyo State Women’s Wing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja. The meeting, held ...
By Seyifunmi Azeez The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday accused a rival faction linked to Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike of working to undermine the party, as it escalated a deepening leadership crisis to the Supreme Court. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, the PDP said it had ...
By Ejire Folakunmi Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the immediate dissolution of the State Executive Council. The decision, according to the state government, is to provide an enabling environment for members of the council who may wish to contest elective positions in the forthcoming general elections. Following the dissolution, Gov. Zulum ...
By Muyideen Aliyu, Ilorin A senior aide to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Sunday Dare, has pushed back against criticism from Bolaji Abdullahi, accusing the opposition figure of “selective amnesia” and attempting to rewrite Nigeria’s recent political history.In a lengthy post on X, Dare responded directly to Abdullahi, a former minister under ex-president Goodluck Jonathan and ...
By Idowu Adebomi The political landscape ahead of the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election has taken a new turn following the return of Dr. Wole Oluyede of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ballot, setting the stage for a three-way contest among the leading contenders. The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure recently affirmed ...
By Seyifunmi Azeez Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has declared that the PDP has regained its footing and is well positioned to present a formidable candidate for the 2027 presidential elections. This is as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) sought to project renewed strength ahead of the 2027 elections as a faction aligned with Federal Capital ...
