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- Samuel Mawuyon Ajose Challenges APC Consensus After Picking Up Lagos Gubernatorial Nomination Form
Published: Apr 29, 2026
Section: Africa
Businessman Samuel Mawuyon Ajose has officially entered the 2027 Lagos State governorship race by obtaining his nomination forms under the All Progressives Congress. His candidacy...
- Sumner Sambo Labels Governor Siminalayi Fubara a Political Letdown Amidst Rivers State Power Struggles
Published: Apr 27, 2026
Section: Africa
Political News editor Sumner Sambo has criticized Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for a lack of political direction and diminishing influence within the national polity. Sp...
- All Progressives Congress Shifts 2027 Presidential Primary to May 23 Amid Timetable Revision
Published: Apr 24, 2026
Section: Africa
The National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress has officially rescheduled its presidential primary from May 15 to May 23, 2027. This adjustment follows a comprehen...
- Ijumu Development Union Condemns Calls for INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan's Removal
Published: Apr 21, 2026
Section: Africa
The Ijumu Development Union (IDU) has voiced strong support for INEC Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, labeling those demanding his resignation as "enemies of democracy." Dur...
- Wike Aligned PDP Faction Commences Extensive Renovation of Wadata Plaza Secretariat Following Police Unsealing
Published: Apr 13, 2026
Section: Africa
The National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party, backed by Nyesom Wike, has begun refurbishing the party’s national headquarters in Abuja. The move follows the reope...
- Melania Trump Confronts Epstein Allegations And Challenges Congress To Hold Public Hearings For Survivors
Published: Apr 10, 2026
Section: Jeffrey Epstein
First lady Melania Trump issued a scathing rebuttal at the White House on Thursday, denying any substantive connection to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. While dismissing c...
- APC Achieves Total Dominance in Gombe State House of Assembly Following Final PDP Defection
Published: Apr 4, 2026
Section: Africa
Hon. Yakubu Daniel of Billiri East has officially defected from the PDP to the APC, leaving the Gombe State House of Assembly with zero opposition members. Governor Muhammadu Inuwa...
- Former Benue Governor Samuel Ortom Categorically Denies 2027 Senatorial Ambitions Amid Rising Social Media Speculation
Published: Apr 4, 2026
Section: Africa
Samuel Ortom, the former Governor of Benue State, has officially dismissed reports suggesting he intends to contest the Benue North-West Senatorial seat in 2027. Through an officia...
- APC Deputy National Chairman Ben Nwoye Rejects Automatic Tickets For Incumbents Ahead Of 2027 Primaries
Published: Apr 3, 2026
Section: Africa
The All Progressives Congress has officially dismissed reports suggesting that sitting governors and lawmakers will receive automatic nominations for upcoming elections. Deputy Nat...
- Kebbi State PDP Faction Resolves to Join Wike Led National Convention After Previous Leadership Rejection
Published: Mar 28, 2026
Section: Africa
The Kebbi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has confirmed its attendance at the Abuja national convention organized by the Nyesom Wike faction. This decision follows th...
- Kwankwaso-Led NNPP Denounces FCT High Court Ruling as 'Judicial Rascality' Amid Intensifying Leadership Tussle
Published: Mar 18, 2026
Section: Africa
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has formally condemned a judgment by Hon. Justice Bello Kawu, labeling it an overreach that violates the doctrine of stare decisis. The party...
- Labour Party Unveils 2027 Election Roadmap: National Convention and Presidential Primaries Scheduled for Early 2026
Published: Mar 18, 2026
Section: Africa
The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Labour Party has approved a comprehensive timetable for its 2027 electoral activities. Key dates include a National Convention on April...