Ralph Nwosu, former national chairman of the African Democratic Congress, has said state party chairmen currently protesting the emergence of David Mark as national chairman were part of the process that produced him. Nwosu spoke during an interview on Arise Television on Tuesday, insisting that those now raising objections had actively participated in meetings and…
David Umahi, minister of works and former governor of Ebonyi state, has announced the formation of a forum for former governors of the South-East region. Umahi disclosed this while addressing journalists after the group’s inauguration on Tuesday, noting that the body was established on April 7, 2026, following deliberations among former leaders of the region….
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has flagged off its mega voter registration exercise in Lagos Central as part of efforts to expand voter access and boost citizens’ participation in the electoral process. The electoral umpire disclosed this in a post on its official X page on Tuesday. The flag-off ceremony, held at Ajele Sports…
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party has called on Nigerians to defend the country’s democracy, warning against the emergence of a one-party system. Obi made the call in a short post on X in the early hours of Wednesday, stressing the need for unity among citizens who believe in democratic values….
United States President Donald Trump has announced a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran following talks with Pakistani leaders. The US president said the decision came after discussions with Shehbaz Sharif and Asim Munir, who urged him to halt planned military strikes on Iran. Trump said the temporary suspension of hostilities is conditional on…
Omoyele Sowore, social rights activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, has described Nyesom Wike as a violent individual who “does not miss any opportunity to exhibit violence.” Sowore made the allegation during a recent interview with journalists, citing past encounters and experiences to justify his claims. His comments come on the heels of a recent…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has assured that its candidates will contest the 2027 general election on the party’s platform despite the ongoing leadership crisis. The assurance was given by the party’s spokesman, Bolaji Abdullahi, during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Tuesday. Abdullahi expressed confidence that the party would overcome its current…
A fresh crisis has erupted within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) following the emergence of a new faction that has distanced itself from both the Senator David Mark-led coalition and the group associated with Nafiu Bala. The group, led by Don Norman Obinna, claims to be the duly elected members of the party’s National Executive…
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has questioned President Bola Tinubu’s recent approval of N3.3 trillion to settle debts in the power sector, calling for transparency and measurable results. Obi made the call in a post on X on Tuesday, where he expressed concern over what he described as repeated financial…
The Lagos state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has said Nigeria’s democracy will not collapse if the African Democratic Congress (ADC) or any other political party fails to appear on the ballot in forthcoming elections. The party made the remark in a statement issued on Tuesday by its spokesperson, Seye Oladejo, while responding…
