Tag: 2027

A/Court overturns decision on deregistration of ADC, 4 others

Aminu Imam
A'Court overturns deregistration 

The Abuja division of the Court of Appeal yesterday overturned a decision made by the Federal High Court that had ordered the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Accord Party, and three other political parties. The appellate court specifically ruled that the judgment requiring the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister these parties was null and void. Reports indicate that Justice Peter Lifu from the Federal High Court in Abuja had directed INEC to deregister these parties based on their performance in the 2023 general elections. In response,…

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2027: Kaduna Gov. Uba Sani picks Jerry Adams as running mate

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Uba Sani picks running mate

Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani, has nominated the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS) Jerry Adams, as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election. Announcing the decision yesterday, Governor Sani said the choice was the product of “wide consultations, deep reflection and earnest prayers,” and described it as a reaffirmation of his administration’s commitment to inclusion, justice and fairness. “This decision is far greater than the selection of a deputy governorship candidate,” the Governor said in a statement. It is a reaffirmation of the…

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2027: Kaduna Gov., Sani reportedly settles for Christian running mate

Aminu Imam
Gov. Sani on Christian running mate

Kaduna State governor, Senator Uba Sani, is set to pick a Christian from the Southern Kaduna senatorial district as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election, according to sources familiar with the development. The decision comes as the deadline for the submission of candidates and their running mates to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) draws closer. Sources said Governor Sani has opted for a faith-balanced ticket, marking a departure from the Muslim-Muslim ticket adopted by his predecessor, Nasir el-Rufa’i, in the 2019 election. According to a source in…

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2027: “Obi-Kwankwaso ticket ‘dead on arrival in Kano” – Ganduje

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Ganduje on Obi Kwankwaso ticket

Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has said a presidential ticket pairing Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso on the platform of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) would not succeed in Kano State in the 2027 general election. Ganduje, who is also a former governor of Kano State, stated this while speaking with newsmen on Tuesday, arguing that the proposed ticket lacks the political strength, acceptance and governance record required to secure support from voters in the state. “I don’t think Peter Obi and Kwankwaso’s ticket…

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2027: “Democracy under threat, Opposition being ‘systematically shut out” – Prof. Bugaje warns

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Prof. Bugaje warns

Prominent political scholar and former presidential adviser, Prof. Usman Bugaje, has raised concerns over the state of Nigeria’s democracy, warning that the country’s political climate could jeopardise the conduct of the 2027 general elections. Speaking in a video interview excerpt that has gone viral on social media, Prof. Bugaje alleged that the ruling party and the Federal Government were using state institutions to weaken opposition parties, creating an uneven political environment. According to him, the level of interference in opposition activities has fuelled fears that the next general election “may…

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2027: Wike-loyal PDP faction endorses Tinubu, cites national interest

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Wike PDP faction endorses Tinubu

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for re-election in the 2027 general election, saying the decision was driven by national interest rather than partisan considerations. In a statement issued on Friday, the group said it was backing the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate for a second term, arguing that President Tinubu’s leadership and confidence in Wike had contributed significantly to the transformation of the FCT. The faction praised Wike’s…

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“I may not be alive to contest in 2027” – Obi cries out

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Obi cries out

…Alleges frustration by Tinubu govt. The 2027 Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has accused the President Bola Tinubu-led administration of deliberately frustrating his efforts and source of livelihood. The former Anambra state governor, who made the allegation while speaking on a recent podcast show, alleged threat to his life, stressing that he may not be alive to contest in the 2027 Presidential election on account of the frustration.  In the interview, alleged that the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration is meddling with all his activities. According to…

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INEC secures ₦500bn for 2027 polls

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INEC secures funding

…Extends voter registration by 2 weeks The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says preparations for the 2027 general elections are gathering momentum, following the release of more than ₦500 billion in election funding and the extension of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise by two weeks. The electoral body confirmed that it has received over half of the budget earmarked for the 2027 elections, describing the development as a major step towards ensuring adequate planning and logistics ahead of the nationwide polls. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the…

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2027: Abuja court clears way for ADA registration

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Abuja court ADA registration

…Orders INEC to release access code Justice Peter Lifu, of the Federal High Court in Abuja, has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to generate and release a fresh access code to the leadership of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), led by Chief Akin Ricketts, to facilitate the party’s registration process. The court directed INEC to release the access code to the recognised Protem Secretary of the association within 72 hours. In his judgment, Justice Lifu held that INEC acted unlawfully by issuing the access code to Umar Ardo,…

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2027: “Kwankwaso seized 69 Kano nomination forms” – PRP alleges

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PRP on Kwankwaso

…Threatens legal action The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) Northwest Stakeholders Forum has accused former Kano State governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, of allegedly hijacking nomination forms for 69 elective positions under the party’s platform and threatened legal action over the development. The Forum claimed that the nomination forms were purchased by an individual who is not a member of the PRP, describing the development as a serious threat to internal democracy and party integrity. The allegation was made by the chairman of the ‘PRP Northwest Stakeholders Forum’, AbdulƘadir Musa, during…

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