Tag: 2027

2027: David-Mark ADC alerts CJN of danger over judgment’s delay

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David Mark ADC alerts CJN

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has written to the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, asking for a quick decision from the Supreme Court over the party’s ongoing leadership dispute. The request was made in a letter dated yesterday by lawyers representing the faction linked to former Senate President David Mark. The legal team said the delay in delivering judgment could affect the party’s chances of taking part in the 2027 general elections. Recall that the apex court had earlier heard the case on April 22, 2026, and reserved…

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INEC finally recognises Shehu Gabam-led SDP leadership

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INEC on Shehu Gabam SDP

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has formally recognised the Shehu Musa Gabam-led National Working Committee of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). INEC updated the party’s structure on its official website, listing Shehu Musa Gabam as National Chairman, and Dr. Olu Agunloye as National Secretary.  Other key members include: National Treasurer, Hajiya Maggie Mariam and National Legal Adviser, Barrister Aderemi Abimbola. The update carries the notation: “By Court Order” before the names of most executive members (except the National Secretary), in line with recent Court of Appeal judgments affirming Gabam’s…

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2027: APC postpones presidential, governorship primaries

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APC dismisses

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has rescheduled its governorship and presidential primary elections ahead of the 2027 general polls, shifting both exercises by several days as part of adjustments to its timetable. The APC Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Duro Meseko, who disclosed the changes yesterday while briefing newsmen after the 186th National Working Committee (NWC) meeting held in Abuja, announced that its presidential primary, earlier fixed for May 15 and 16, will now hold on May 23, 2026, while the governorship primaries have been moved to May 21, 2026. The…

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Tinubu rejects automatic tickets for Senators; hands power to Govs.

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Tinubu rejects automatic tickets

President Bola Tinubu has rejected moves by senators seeking automatic tickets ahead of the next general elections, choosing instead to leave final decisions on candidates in the hands of state governors. The decision came after a high-level meeting held on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The meeting followed an earlier closed-door session by lawmakers in the Senate. It was described by those present as urgent and strategic. The delegation was led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Lawmakers arrived at the State House shortly after plenary ended. The visit…

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Ex-INEC REC raises alarm over 2026 Electoral Act’s Section 63

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Ex INEC REC raises alarm

Former Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mike Igini, has raised concerns over Section 63 of the newly signed Electoral Act 2026, warning that it could open the door to electoral manipulation ahead of the 2027 general elections. Igini highlighted what he described as a major flaw in the provision, which reportedly allows returning officers to accept ballot papers that do not bear official INEC security features, provided they are deemed satisfactory. According to him, such discretion could undermine the integrity of the electoral process if…

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2027: Yusuf Buhari declares interest in Katsina Reps. seat

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Yusuf Buhari declares

Son of the Late Niferia’s President, Muhammadu Buhari, Yusuf, has declared his intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat representing Daura/Sandamu/Mai’Adua Federal Constituency in Katsina State ahead of the 2027 general elections. The development emerged on 𝕏, where it was indicated that the declaration was made during a courtesy visit to the Katsina State governor, Dikko Raɗɗa. As of the time of filing this report, official details of the visit and declaration were yet to be independently confirmed by relevant authorities. However, sources familiar with the development suggest…

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2027: “There will be mass defection from APC” – Primate Ayodele

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Primate Ayodele on APC

Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has revealed that there will be a mass exodus from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) very soon. In an issued statement yesterday, signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele made it known that in the next two months, people will start running away from the ruling party because confusion will rock the party. The cleric stated that the forthcoming convention of the party will expose a lot of things and open doors to massive defection from the party.…

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2027: ADC has become Nigeria’s true opposition” – Atiku

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Atiku on ADC opposition

…Says party ready to defeat APC Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar says the African Democratic Congress (ADC) remains the only opposition force ready to challenge and defeat the “failing” All Progressives Congress (APC) in the next general election. Abubakar made the remark in a post on 𝕏 yesterday, describing ADC as a party “strong in ideals and structure”. “I remain convinced that the ADC has risen as Nigeria’s true opposition force — one that is strong in ideals, structure, and resolve, and ready to challenge and defeat the failing APC in…

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Reforms: “My record is clear; yours is crooked” – Atiku slams Tinubu

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Atiku slams Tinubu

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has hit back hard at President Bola Tinubu, accusing him of hypocrisy, historical distortion, and political desperation in his recent remarks on economic reforms. In a strongly worded statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku described Tinubu’s comments as a “reckless tirade” that exposes “a troubling pattern of hypocrisy and historical amnesia”. He said: “Across the country, families are skipping meals, businesses are shutting their doors, and hardworking citizens are watching their incomes evaporate under the weight of relentless inflation…

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2027: NBC cracks down on broadcasters over rising code violations 

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NBC cracks down on broadcasters

The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has issued a formal notice to broadcasters across Nigeria, warning of stricter enforcement measures following a surge in violations of the Nigeria Broadcasting Code, particularly in news, current affairs, and political programmes. In a press statement issued yesterday dated April 17, 2026, the Commission said it had observed a sustained increase in breaches of the 6th Edition of the Code, raising concerns about declining professional standards in the industry. According to the NBC, many broadcast platforms are straying from their core responsibility of delivering accurate,…

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