All Progressives Congress official Joe Igbokwe claims New Nigerian Peoples Party presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso has contacted the ruling party about rejoining. The APC leader stated that Kwankwaso and Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf might both switch parties before the 2027 elections. Igbokwe shared this information through his Facebook account, welcoming additional defections to strengthen the ruling party. Media outlets were unable to verify these claims through direct contact with Kwankwaso representatives.
Political observers noted growing speculation about Kwankwaso abandoning NNPP before the next presidential election cycle begins. The Vanguard newspaper reported that the former Kano governor publicly announced his...
Former APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje organized Thursday meetings with Kano State party officials to secure President Bola Tinubu's 2027 campaign support. Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin joined the Abuja discussions alongside other regional political leaders. The gathering focused on maintaining APC control over the Kano governorship during the upcoming elections. Party representatives expressed satisfaction with presidential policy implementations and federal appointments benefiting their state.
Strategic planning sessions emphasized communicating Tinubu's northern Nigeria achievements to local voters. Ganduje confirmed unified party backing for the president's second-term aspirations. Representative Abubakar Bichi...
Abraham Stephen Ajiya abandoned the Peoples Democratic Party for the All Progressives Congress during Thursday proceedings in Abuja. The Federal Capital Territory politician blamed persistent organizational problems and weak leadership direction within the opposition movement. Ajiya previously sought the North Central Vice-Chairmanship position before announcing his departure through public statements. Extensive discussions with advisors preceded his decision to switch political affiliations.
Party officials manipulated electoral processes during the Jos zonal competition according to Ajiya's allegations. Leaders pressured him to withdraw from the race while favoring a candidate with fewer qualifications. Legal challenges produced no...
Atiku Abubakar's representatives dismissed claims that the former Vice President would favor Yoruba communities if elected president during the 2027 elections. Media adviser Paul Ibe rejected reports linking these statements to Kola Johnson, who allegedly served as Atiku's consultant. Ibe confirmed that Atiku never hired Johnson for any position within his organization. The spokesman called the circulated information false and said it was designed to mislead the public.
Ibe accused President Bola Tinubu's administration of creating fake news through anonymous sources to damage opposition leaders. He found the allegations of ethnic favoritism particularly troubling and inconsistent with Atiku's political history. The media office...
Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje attended his first significant political event since stepping down as APC National Chairman three months earlier. The former party leader participated in confidential discussions with Kano State APC officials during Thursday's gathering. Party representatives met in Abuja to discuss organizational improvements before the 2027 electoral campaigns begin across Nigeria. Officials plan to release public statements following their private deliberations.
Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau attended the strategic session alongside Senator Kawu Sumaila and various House representatives. Current and former state political figures joined the high-level discussions about party development initiatives. Meeting...
The African Democratic Congress condemned Vice President Kashim Shettima for addressing Palestinian concerns at the United Nations while ignoring severe domestic challenges. Deputy National Publicity Secretary Jackie Wayas released the Thursday statement criticizing the missed opportunity to secure international assistance for Nigeria's problems. The party highlighted how insecurity forces farmers from their land and drives food production downward across multiple states. Rising costs affect essential goods as violence disrupts agricultural activities throughout the nation.
Wayas pointed to armed bandits conducting public meetings in Katsina State as evidence of government failure. The opposition party accused leaders of seeking...
African Democratic Congress deputy governorship candidate Ndubuisi Nwobu criticized Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo for inadequate security measures. Nwobu claimed that the administration has failed to provide basic equipment, such as bicycles, to police forces since taking office in 2022. The candidate accused Soludo of arming untrained recruits rather than supporting established security agencies. He alleged that makeshift operatives caused citizen brutality incidents across the state.
Nwobu stated that refurbished local vehicles comprised the governor's security fleet resources. The politician argued that Soludo neglected his primary duty of protecting residents and ensuring public welfare. He questioned why citizens would...
Opposition figures gathered in Abuja to plan strategies against President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. Atiku Abubakar revealed the meeting through his Facebook account. David Mark leads the African Democratic Congress and previously served as Senate President. Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai joined other political leaders at the gathering.
The coalition brings together various party representatives who oppose the current administration. Atiku characterized the assembly as citizens united against what he terms wealthy elites. He accused these powerful groups of creating conditions that worsen poverty and security problems across the nation. The stakeholders represent multiple opposition parties working toward...
Senator Kelvin Chukwu switched political allegiances from the Labour Party to the All Progressives Congress during recent community discussions. The Enugu East Senatorial District representative made his announcement at a town hall gathering in Amuri Community within Nkanu West Local Government Area. Chukwu blamed ongoing internal conflicts and party divisions for his departure from Labour Party ranks. He expressed gratitude to constituents while promising continued representation under his new political banner.
Dr Ben Nwoye, who previously chaired the APC at state level, praised the senator's decision as beneficial for both the lawmaker and local residents. Representatives Chimaobi Sam Atu and Sunday Umehia had previously made similar...
