Tag: 2027

2027: Kwankwaso set to join ADC, eyes Senate Presidency

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Kwankwaso to join ADC

Former Kano State governor and prominent political figure, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, is on the verge of defecting to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in what observers describe as a significant development in the evolving political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections. Sources within key political circles indicate that advanced consultations are ongoing between Kwankwaso and top ADC stakeholders, with discussions centred on building a broad-based coalition capable of challenging the dominance of the ruling party. The anticipated defection is believed to be part of a wider strategy to consolidate…

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“Kaduna road projects boost Gov. Sani’s 2027 re-election prospects” – Official

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Official on Kaduna road projects2

The Managing Director of the Kaduna State Roads Agency (KADRA), Dr. Abdullahi Baba-Ahmed, has stated that ongoing road projects across the state are likely to strengthen Governor Uba Sani’s chances of winning re-election in 2027. Governor Sani, who assumed office in 2023 under the All Progressives Congress (APC), is expected to seek a second term. Speaking while hosting a youth group on Monday, Baba-Ahmed said the administration’s urban-rural renewal programme has significantly improved infrastructure and brought development closer to the people. He revealed that over 140 road projects covering approximately…

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2027: “Tinubu strangling democracy” – Atiku

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Tinubu – Atiku

…Says Nigeria sliding into authoritarian rule Former Vice-President of Nigeria and leading voice in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has sounded a dire warning, saying President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is actively dismantling democracy and pushing Nigeria toward full-blown authoritarian rule, with dangerous implications for the entire West African sub-region. In a blistering condemnation on Monday, Atiku reacted to what he described as a state-sponsored siege by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) on the residences and businesses of former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami—an…

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2027: “Tinubu wants to relocate Nigeria’s capital to Lagos after election” – Timi Frank

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Timi Frank on Tinubu

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, has alleged that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is planning to relocate Nigeria’s capital from Abuja to Lagos if re-elected in 2027. The claim, which surfaced yesterday, has stirred fresh political debate over the direction of the current administration. Frank, a former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the APC, made the allegation in a statement where he criticised what he described as a “Lagos-centric agenda” under Tinubu’s leadership. He argued that several actions of the present government appear to favour Lagos…

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2027: APC throws open presidential ticket

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APC open presidential ticket

…As consensus plan sparks anxiety among aspirants The All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared that its 2027 presidential ticket remains open to all interested members, even as its consensus-driven strategy for other elective positions fuels growing uncertainty and anxiety among aspirants. Speaking ahead of the party’s national convention, Deputy National Organising Secretary, Chidi Duru, said no aspirant would be barred from contesting the presidential ticket, despite the widespread adoption of President Bola Tinubu for a second term. Duru explained that while the APC traditionally leans toward consensus, it remains committed…

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2027: “I’m not running for Senate” -Yusuf Hamisu, Mai Rago

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Yusuf Hamisu on senate seat

The Chairman of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Alhaji Yusuf Hamisu Abubakar (Mai Rago), has dismissed speculations that he is eyeing a senatorial seat in Kaduna State in the forthcoming 2027 elections. Hamisu, a known ally of Governor Uba Sani, said he has no plans to contest for any political office at the moment, including the Senate seat for Kaduna-Central. In a chat with VoL, the former PTDF boss said his priority remains the re-election of Governor Uba Sani and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. “I wish to…

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“Settle differences with Wike or risk political collapse” – Lamiɗo warns PDP

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Lamiɗo warns PDP

…As Wike’s loyalists take over Kano leadership Former governor of Jigawa State and founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sule Lamiɗo, has warned that the opposition party risks further political decline if its leaders fail to reconcile with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and resolve the lingering leadership crisis within the party. Lamiɗo, who issued the warning while speaking with newsmen during a Ramadan Iftar with PDP leaders and members in his hometown of Bamaina yesterday, urged party stakeholders to set aside personal…

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‘63% poverty rate Tinubu’s true economic scorecard’ – ADC

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ADC on Tinubu scorecard

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described reports indicating that Nigeria’s poverty rate has risen to 63% following the removal of petrol subsidy as the real scorecard of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The party said the figures represent the direct consequences of what it called the Government’s ill-defined neoliberal economic policies and a reflection of the deepening economic hardship confronting millions of Nigerians. In a statement issued on Friday by the National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said the latest report confirms what citizens across the Country have been…

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2027: “Drop court battles, hold fresh convention before race begins” – Saraki to PDP

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Saraki to PDP

…As Turaki faction heads to S’Court Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has urged leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to end ongoing legal battles over the party’s disputed national convention and instead organise a fresh convention in line with electoral guidelines ahead of the 2027 general elections. Saraki made the appeal yesterday, in a statement issued by his media office and signed by Yusuph Olaniyonu, following a ruling by the Court of Appeal of Nigeria which upheld earlier judgements nullifying the PDP’s national convention held in Ibadan…

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“Don’t sell your votes in 2027” – AbdulSalami warns Nigerians

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AbdulSalami warns Nigerians

…Says it is ‘haram’ Former Nigerian Head of State, AbdulSalami Abubakar, has warned Nigerians against selling their votes ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing the act as sinful and forbidden. Abubakar gave the warning during a Ramadan Tafsir held at his residence in Minna, Niger state, where he urged citizens to treat their votes as an important tool for electing credible leaders. According to him, the practice of vote selling is not only harmful to the democratic process but also against Islamic teachings. “Selling of votes is unreligious; your…

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