2027 Election Archives - Page 16 of 29

Presidency: “Wait till 2031” – Akume to northern politicians

July 30, 2025July 30, 2025 Aminu Imam

Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (SGF), George Akume, has urged Northern Region politicians to wait until 2031 before running for president. Akume made the plea during his remarks at a two-day Interactive Season on Government-Citizen Engagement yesterday in Kaduna. The event, with the theme: “Assessing Electoral Promises: Fostering Government-citizens’ Engagement for National Unity”, was organised by the Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation. The SGF commended the Foundation for providing a platform where citizens and government officials could sit and explore ways to enhance governance, democracy, and development. He…

APC Chieftain faults chairman selection process

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025 Aminu Imam

…Warns defecting PDP Govs. of political danger A high-ranking chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Sylvester Moniedafe, has raised strong concerns over the party’s current political direction, warning that the ruling party is inadvertently empowering its opposition, the African Democratic Congress, (ADC). Speaking during an appearance on Liberty TV’s flagship programme: ‘PoliticsNOW’, yesterday, Moniedafe criticised the process that produced the new APC National Chairman, describing it as flawed and lacking transparency. He cautioned that such missteps could deepen internal divisions and weaken the party’s chances in the 2027…

2027: After Buhari, APC scrambles, as Atiku, Kwankwaso jostle for North’s political leadership

July 28, 2025July 28, 2025 Aminu Imam

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari has ignited a fierce struggle for the political soul of Northern Nigeria, with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) scrambling to retain its loyal base. Meanwhile, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Kano governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso have emerged as frontrunners in the race to inherit Buhari’s political mantle. Buhari, who died in London on July 13 after a prolonged illness, was buried in Daura, Katsina State, with national leaders, traditional rulers, and thousands of ordinary Nigerians in…

‘ADC has reserved 50% of its executive positions to below 40yr-olds’ – National Publicity Secretary

July 28, 2025July 28, 2025 Aminu Imam

The African Democratic Congress, (ADC), has announced a bold move to empower young Nigerians by reserving 50% of its executive positions for individuals under-40 years old. The initiative, unveiled by the ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji O. Khalil, aims to foster youth inclusion in Nigerian politics and encourage young leaders to take active roles in shaping the nation’s future. In a statement shared on X, Bolaji declared: “ADC has reserved 50% of its executive positions for people below 40Yrs. We encourage young Nigerians to register with the party and take…

“Northern woes self-inflicted, unity the only way forward” – David Mark

July 27, 2025July 27, 2025 Aminu Imam

…Says “Only ADC can tackle region’s challenges Former Senate President and Interim National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has declared that the deep-rooted poverty, insecurity, and socio-economic stagnation afflicting Northern Nigeria are self-inflicted. He called for urgent introspection, unity, and a new political direction, positioning the ADC as the only viable platform to rescue the region ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during the 3rd Expanded Meeting of the National Political Consultative Group (North), held Saturday at the Ladi Kwali Hall of the Abuja…

2027: “Northern consultative forum has adopted ADC” – Babachir Lawal

July 27, 2025July 27, 2025 Aminu Imam

Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has revealed that the National Political Consultative Group (North) has embraced the African Democratic Congress, (ADC), as its preferred opposition platform to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress, (APC) in the 2027 elections. Lawal, an ADC chieftain, stated this on Saturday while briefing the press at the end of the 3rd Expanded Meeting of the National Political Consultative Group (North), held at the Ladi Kwali Hall of the Abuja Continental Hotel (formerly Sheraton). Chairman of the NPCG (North, Lawal…

2027: “Tinubu has taken over South,; needs little votes from North”– Fayose

July 27, 2025July 27, 2025 Aminu Imam

Former Ekiti State governor and a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ayodele Fayose, had called the 2027 presidential election in favour of President Bola Tinubu. He made the call while appearing on a television programme on Friday, where he spoke on the PDP crisis and ongoing political realignments ahead of the next general election. The former Governor played down the threats of opposition against Tinubu’s chances, insisting that the President holds all the aces to secure a re-election, dismissing the reported growing disaffection against the President in the…

2027: Atiku, Obi, El-Rufa’i, Amaechi, other Coalition leaders meet in Abuja, fuelling realignment talks

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025 Aminu Imam

In a bold and potentially game-changing political move ahead of the 2027 general elections, leading opposition figures under the auspices of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), yesterday converged on the Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja for a meeting. The meeting, which comprised high-profile consultations and cross-party defections, have deepened speculation of a grand alliance to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress, (APC). The event, held at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja, was attended by several political heavyweights including the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku…

“El-Rufa’i not a member of our party” – SDP

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025 Aminu Imam

The Social Democratic Party, (SDP), has disassociated itself from former Kaduna State governor, Nasir el-Rufa’i, declaring that the ex-governor has never been a member of the party, nor authorised to represent it in any form. Recall that el‑Rufa’i defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) on March 10, 2025, when he tendered his resignation letter and announced his decision to join the SDP. In the letter, titled: “Onwards to the Future”, el‑Rufa’i explained that although he is a founding member of the APC, recent developments within the party had diverged…

“Tinubu weaponising State power against opposition”, Sule Lamiɗo alleges

July 25, 2025July 25, 2025 Aminu Imam

…Says he’s ready to work within, outside PDP Former Foreign Affairs Minister and PDP chieftain, Sule Lamiɗo has accused President Bola Tinubu of using state institutions to force opposition members to defect to the ruling APC through intimidation and harassment. Speaking to newsmen in Kano on Wednesday, Lamiɗo claimed the administration deploys state apparatus against opponents, with corruption charges mysteriously dropped once politicians join the APC. “No matter your crime, once you join the APC, you will be forgiven”, he alleged, calling it a “serious danger to our democracy”. The…