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2027: “Stay, defend your vote”, Obi tells Nigerians

June 14, 2026June 14, 2026 Aminu Imam

Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Peter Obi has urged Nigerians to stay and defend their votes during the 2027 elections, warning that electoral manipulation will persist unless citizens take responsibility for protecting the democratic process. Obi made the call during a recent visit to Washington, D.C., United States, in a video that gained traction on social media yesterday. Speaking on the state of Nigeria’s democracy, the former Anambra State governor argued that the integrity of elections cannot be safeguarded by politicians alone, stressing that voters must remain…

“Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso not convincing options for North” – ACF

June 14, 2026June 14, 2026 Aminu Imam

The National Publicity Secretary of the Arewa Consultative Forum, Prof. Tukur Mohammed-Baba, has said voters in Northern Nigeria are increasingly dissatisfied with the country’s political leadership and are yet to identify a presidential contender capable of inspiring confidence ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking on a television programme on Monday, Mohammed-Baba argued that neither the ruling administration nor prominent opposition figures had offered solutions capable of addressing the country’s pressing economic and security concerns. According to him, many northerners have grown weary of politics centred on personalities rather than policies.…

Senate mulls 6yr single term for President, Govs. – Lawmaker

June 11, 2026June 11, 2026 Aminu Imam

Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, has disclosed plans to sponsor a constitutional amendment Bill in the 11th National Assembly seeking to replace the current 2-term tenure arrangement for the President and Governors with a single 6-year term. The proposal, which is expected to form part of a broader package of political and constitutional reforms, is aimed at strengthening governance and reducing the distractions associated with re-election campaigns. Bamidele made the disclosure during an interview in Abuja, where he spoke on constitutional reforms, insecurity, legislative transparency, anti-terrorism measures and the performance of…

2027: “Some Gov’ship aspirants spent ₦20bn-₦30bn in party primaries” – EFCC Boss

June 11, 2026June 11, 2026 Aminu Imam

Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, in Ilorin yesterday, hinted that some governorship aspirants in Nigeria spent between ₦20 billion and ₦30 billion to secure electoral victory. Delivering the inaugural High-Level Guest Speakers’ Series organised by the Centre for Peace and Strategic Studies (CPSS), University of Ilorin, on the theme: ‘De-risking and Mobilising Critical Stakeholders for Peaceful and Credible 2027 Elections in Nigeria’, Olukoyede said that huge financial resources deployed during elections often compel elected officials to divert public funds after assuming office in a…

Reform, Sacrifice and Expectations: Taking Stock of Tinubu’s Third Anniversary

June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 Aminu Imam

By Hassan Faruk Three years after assuming office amid one of Nigeria’s most severe economic and governance crises, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has presented what amounts to a mid-term report card of his administration—one that seeks to justify painful economic reforms while projecting optimism about the country’s future. In a nationwide address marking the third anniversary of his administration, Tinubu painted a picture of a nation that has weathered difficult but necessary reforms and is now on the path to recovery. Yet beyond the statistics and infrastructure announcements lies a…

‘Court rulings threaten 2027 elections’ – INEC

June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has raised concern that recent court decisions affecting aspects of its 2027 general election timetable could create significant disruptions to election planning if not urgently resolved by appellate courts. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, expressed the concern during the Commission’s quarterly consultative meeting with political party leaders in Abuja, noting that conflicting judicial pronouncements have created uncertainty around key electoral timelines. According to him, the Commission has already filed appeals against two Federal High Court judgments that questioned portions of INEC’s schedule of activities…

2027: “North has lost faith in Tinubu, Atiku, Obi” – ACF claims

June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 Aminu Imam

National Publicity Secretary, Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Prof. Tukur Mohammed-Baba, has claimed that Northern Nigeria has lost faith in the country’s main political figures ahead of the 2027 presidential election, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar, and Peter Obi. Mohammed-Baba, who made the declaration on Monday, during his appearance during a television interview, declared that President Bola Tinubu has experienced a sharp decline in political standing within the region since taking office. Concurrently, the northern socio-cultural group maintains that neither former vice president Atiku Abubakar nor Nigeria Democratic Congress…

Kaduna: “Uba Sani chooses reconciliation over confrontation” – Aide

June 9, 2026June 9, 2026 Aminu Imam

Senior Special Assistant to Governor Uba Sani on Public Affairs, Victor Mathew Bobai, has defended the Kaduna governor’s leadership style, describing it as one anchored on tolerance, inclusion, and reconciliation. Speaking in Sabon-Tasha suburb, Bobai dismissed claims that Uba Sani is intolerant of criticism, arguing that the governor has consistently allowed political opponents and critics to express their views freely without intimidation. He said the proposed APC Reconciliation Committee is aimed at addressing grievances arising from the party’s recent primaries, engaging aggrieved aspirants, and strengthening unity within the party. Bobai…

Kwankwaso threatens to leave NDC if his candidates are replaced

June 9, 2026June 9, 2026 Aminu Imam

…As Party insists on 60/40 formula The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has replaced several candidates earlier submitted by the Kwankwasiyya faction in Kano State over an alleged breach of a power-sharing agreement according to reports. According to a document signed by Kano State NDC Chairman, Hon. Hussaini Isah Mairiga, the changes were made to reflect the earlier agreement on the distribution of party positions and elective tickets between the existing NDC structure and the Kwankwasiyya bloc. The document was copied to National Leader Senator Seriake Dickson, Kwankwasiyya leader Rabiu Musa…

“2027 will be a tough battle” – Senator Ndume

June 9, 2026June 9, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Says Tinubu faces Obi, Atiku Senator representing Borno-South constituency, Ali Ndume, has broken ranks with the APC’s public optimism, admitting that the 2027 presidential race will be “a tough fight” while accusing President Bola Tinubu’s inner circle of failing to tell him “the fact—the truth” about the looming opposition threat. Speaking on television yestrday, Ndume responded to the host’s warning that “the storm is coming. Atiku is coming, Peter Obi is coming, Seyi Makinde is coming” and that 2027 could see “APC packing from the Villa.” “I’m not that worried,…