The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bauchi state says talks with the All Progressives Congress (APC) over a possible defection have collapsed following disagreement over a power-sharing arrangement. There had been speculations that Bala Mohammed and his supporters were considering joining the APC amid the leadership crisis in the opposition party. On April 1, Mohammed…
Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, says he will contest the 2027 presidential election, declining to comment on remarks by Atiku Abubakar that the next poll could be his final attempt at the presidency. Obi spoke in an interview with Symfoni Media, where he confirmed his intention to run but avoided speculation…
Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has reiterated that he won the 2023 presidential election but was denied victory by the system, insisting that such an outcome will not repeat in 2027. Speaking in an interview with Symfoni Media, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential hopeful said he remains convinced of his…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the recent advisory by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), describing it as an attempt to silence the media and restrict free expression. In a post on his official X handle, the former vice-president said the directive raises concerns about shrinking democratic space ahead of the 2027 elections. “The…
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has warned broadcast stations and journalists to comply strictly with the Nigeria Broadcasting Code or face sanctions ahead of the 2027 general election. In a notice to broadcasters, the commission said it has recorded a steady rise in violations of the 6th edition of the code. It said many of…
Dino Melaye, former senator representing Kogi West, says President Bola Tinubu is not interested in conducting elections, alleging that his administration is pushing Nigeria towards a one-party system. Speaking in an interview on Mic on Mic Podcast, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain said he operated in a “satanic milieu” during his time with Tinubu’s…
Prof. Usman Yusuf, former executive secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), has called on the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, to resign, saying any election conducted under him would lack credibility. Yusuf spoke during a recent interview with Symfoni Media, where he questioned the neutrality of the electoral…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has asked President Bola Tinubu to focus on worsening economic conditions instead of mocking opposition parties. In a statement by Bolaji Abdullahi on Friday, the party said the president’s recent comments reflected a disconnect from the realities facing Nigerians. The ADC said what Nigerians saw was not the confidence of…
Nafiu Bala, former deputy national chairman of the ADC, has described the convention organised by the David Mark-led faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as illegal, insisting that those behind it lack the authority to act on behalf of the party. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Bala said the coalition group responsible…
Habib Mailemo, spokesperson of the Kwankwasiyya movement, says President Bola Tinubu’s chances of reelection in 2027 would be “dead on arrival” if Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso work together. Mailemo spoke during an interview with Trust TV on Friday. He said both Obi and Kwankwaso have “organic followers” whose support is not driven by inducement…
