Tag: 2027 Election

2027: APC releases timetable for primaries

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APC releases timetable

…Fixes presidential form at ₦100m, gov’ship ₦50m The All-Progressives Congress (APC) has officially released its timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 General Elections, setting out key dates for the sale of nomination forms, screening processes, and primary elections across all elective positions. The timetable, contained in a schedule of activities issued by the party and signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, indicates that the sale of nomination and expression of interest forms will begin later this month at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja. According to…

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“APC must tell its story as ‘opposition plots anarchy’ ” – Uba Sani

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Uba Sani on APC

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has called on members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to intensify efforts in communicating the achievements of the party, warning that opposition elements are allegedly working to destabilize the country. Speaking in a recent address during a strategic meeting with the 36 state coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) convened by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, the Governor stressed the need for party loyalists and supporters to actively engage citizens and counter what he described as “deliberate misinformation and…

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2027: Tinubu’s ‘Renewed Hope” campaign gathers momentum

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Tinubu's Renewed Hope campaign

…President meets State Coordinators The campaign build-up ahead of the 2027 presidential election gained significant momentum yesterday, as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu convened a strategic meeting with the 36 state coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The high-level meeting, seen as a major signal of the early mobilization efforts for the next general election cycle, brought together key figures within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Among those in attendance were Vice-President Kashim Shettima, APC governors from across the federation, the party’s National Chairman,…

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“2027 election will be my last outing”  – Atiku

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Atiku on 2027

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has said the 2027 presidential election will mark his final attempt at the presidency. Atiku made the declaration during an interview on television yesterday, noting that his long-standing ambition to lead Nigeria would end with the next election cycle. “The 2027 election will be my last outing”, he said. Responding to concerns about his age and repeated bids for office, Atiku said Nigeria’s challenge lies in leadership, adding that he embodies both experience and vision for the country’s future. He also called for structured leadership training…

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2027: “Field Muslim candidates if you want our votes in S’West” – MURIC tells parties

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MURIC tells S'West parties

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has advised political parties seeking votes from Muslims in the South-West geo-political zone to field Muslim candidates in the 2027 general elections. In an issued statement signed by the organisation’s Executive Director, Professor Is’haq Akintola, the group specifically urged parties such as the All Progressives Congress (APC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), Social Democratic Party (SDP), and others to present Muslim candidates for governorship positions in Oyo, Lagos, Ekiti, Ogun and Ondo States. MURIC warned that parties that fail to field Muslim…

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Defections: “Tinubu might have all the Govs. but not masses” – Buba Galadima’s daughter 

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Buba Galadima's daughter

Zainab Buba Galadima, a former Technical Assistant to Vice President Kashim Shettima, has raised concerns about the level of public support enjoyed by Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying there may be a gap between political backing and acceptance among ordinary Nigerians. Galadima, who shared her views during an appearance on Mic On Podcast, where she spoke about how political leaders relate with citizens, especially in northern Nigeria, stated that while the president may have the backing of many state governors, that does not mean he has won over the general population.…

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INEC postpones nationwide voter revalidation exercise

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INEC postpones voter exercise2

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the postponement of its nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after the 2027 General Elections. The decision, contained in a statement signed by Mohammed Haruna, was taken yesterday, during a meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs), where electoral preparations and related issues were reviewed. According to the statement, the Commission said: “Following deliberations, the Commission resolved to postpone the exercise until after the 2027 General Election”. It explained that the exercise is “a critical component of the Commission’s mandate to maintain a credible…

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2027: “Most dangerous weapon against polls will be lies amplified by media” – Amupitan

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Amupitan on 2027 polls

Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, has warned that misinformation amplified by the media could pose the greatest threat to Nigeria’s 2027 general election. Speaking at the 81st general assembly of the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BoN) in Abuja yesterday, Amupitan said elections are increasingly being decided in the “information space”, making the role of broadcasters critical to democratic integrity. The INEC chairman described the airwaves as “the primary infrastructure of our democracy,” and warned that misinformation, hate speech, and unequal access to media platforms could…

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2027: “Northern youths are slipping away” – Primate Ayodele warns Tinubu

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Ayodele warns Tinubu

Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has issued a blunt political warning to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying the President’s support base in Northern Nigeria (especially among the youth) is far weaker than many around him are pretending. While this development was reported yesterday, the core warning itself traces to Ayodele’s public statement released on March 24, 2026 through his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin. Ayodele’s argument is simple and politically explosive: Tinubu is being deceived about the North. According to him, those close to the President are…

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Ayodele warns Tinubu of APC Govs.’ betrayal ahead of 2027

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Ayodele warns Tinubu

Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has warned President Bola Tinubu to be careful of betrayal ahead of the 2027 presidential election. In an issued statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele stated that not all APC governors are on the same page with the President. The cleric mentioned some states where the President will face these betrayals, except if he does serious homework, which will be very difficult for him. He said: “Not all APC governors are with you for your presidency; some…

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