The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed rumours that Vice President Kashim Shettima will be replaced as running mate to President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Felix Morka, the national publicity secretary of the APC, said this in a statement on Monday. Details of the Statement The APC said it is more focused…
Twenty-one members of the Kano State House of Assembly have officially moved from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmakers announced their defection on Monday. Why Lawmakers Defect Abba Yusuf, Governor of Kano State, resigned from the NNPP. He cited issues of “deepening internal crises” and “prolonged leadership…
As Nigeria inches closer to the 2027 general election, political calculations have intensified, alliances are being tested, and ambitions are colliding. Amid this familiar pre-election realignment, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has emerged as the platform around which key opposition figures appear to be converging in a bid to unseat President Bola Tinubu. On paper,…
President Bola Tinubu departed Abuja on Monday, January 26, 2026, for a state visit to the Republic of Türkiye. This trip marked a significant step in Nigeria’s foreign policy. Officials announced the visit ahead of time. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, shared details in a statement. He explained the…
Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, says President Bola Tinubu has performed to merit reelection in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics programme, Dogara said that, aside from the principles of a rational presidency, Tinubu’s leadership and reforms are sufficient reasons for the people of the North-east to…
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State addressed a gathering in Ibadan. He spoke at the 60th birthday celebration of Rev. Samson Anetomobi, the Oyo State President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria. Dignitaries, including former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, attended the event. Makinde used the occasion to voice his concerns about the current federal administration….
A Nigerian minister expressed doubts about the opposition’s chances in the 2027 presidential race. She claimed that even a combined ticket would fail. This statement sparked discussions on political alliances. The Interview Hannatu Musawa appeared on The Mic On Podcast. Hosts shared the episode on Instagram on January 24, 2026. She discussed potential challengers to…
Senator Uche Ekwunife addressed APC stakeholders in Awka. She expressed confidence in President Bola Tinubu‘s leadership. This meeting occurred on Saturday and focused on the party’s electronic membership registration. Ekwunife’s Strong Endorsement Ekwunife declared that Nigeria remained secure under Tinubu. She stated, “Nigeria is in safe hands with President Bola Tinubu.” Additionally, she highlighted Tinubu’s…
Governor Uba Sani announces a bold plan for Kaduna State. He promises full water coverage by 2026. This commitment addresses long-standing issues in the water sector. Sani shares this goal during a recent inspection. He highlights the need for reliable water supply. Residents in urban and rural areas will benefit from this initiative. Progress So…
The New Nigeria Peoples Party expresses profound anguish over Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s resignation. The party’s National Working Committee issues a strong statement. They call his action a cold betrayal of sacred trust. Furthermore, the NNPP highlights Yusuf’s long loyalty to the Kwankwasiyya Movement. This loyalty helped him win the governorship. Now, his defection shocks…
