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APC Verifies 2 Million Members in Digital Drive

Nigeria's APC party has digitally verified over 2 million members in one week. National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda orders coordinators to ensure total registration by January 30, 2026. Read more.

Three APC Chieftains in Kogi State Die

Kogi State APC reels from the loss of three key chieftains, Alih Atabo, Onojah James Ignatius, and Jatto Onimisi Suleiman. The state government expresses profound sorrow.

Kogi Mourns Three APC Chieftains

Kogi State Government expresses deep sorrow over the deaths of three key APC figures. Read the official tributes and details of their service to the state.

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf Defects from NNPP to APC

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf will formally join the APC on Monday, January 12, 2026, after concluding stakeholder talks. The move, opposed by NNPP leader Kwankwaso, includes local chairmen and lawmakers. Read the full details.

APC Nasarawa Denies Adamu's Defection to ADC

Nasarawa APC refutes social media claims that former National Chairman Senator Abdullahi Adamu defected to ADC. Party labels it baseless propaganda. Read the full statement.

APC Denies Adamu Defected to ADC, Says Rumors False

Nasarawa APC dismisses social media claims that ex-National Chairman Senator Abdullahi Adamu defected to ADC. Party confirms he revalidated his membership amid e-registration drive. Get the full story.

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf to Defect from NNPP to APC

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf is finalizing plans to defect from the NNPP to the ruling APC in January 2026, ending his long alliance with Rabiu Kwankwaso and reshaping the state's politics. Get the full details.

Peter Rufai, Christian Chukwu Die in 2025

Nigeria's football community was shaken in 2025 as it lost eight iconic stars, including AFCON 1980 heroes Christian Chukwu and Charles Bassey, and legendary goalkeeper Peter Rufai. Read their stories.

APC Schedules National Convention for March 2026

Nigeria's ruling APC has released its timetable for congresses leading to the March 2026 National Convention. Get all key dates and details on the party's internal election process.

APC Chieftain Charles Idahosa Dies at 72

Edo State mourns as outspoken APC chieftain Charles Idahosa, known as Charlie Tempo, passes away at 72. His death follows that of a former Delta senator, marking a sad week for the South-South region.

Nationwide Defections Tilt Political Balance Towards APC

A wave of defections by lawmakers and party officials to the APC signals a major political realignment. Get the full details on the moves in Rivers, FCT, Sokoto, Zamfara, and expert analysis on Nigeria's leadership crisis.

Six Ex-PDP Governors Attend APC Caucus Meeting

Six former PDP governors, including Fubara and Mbah, attended their first high-level APC National Caucus meeting in Abuja, signaling a major political realignment. Read the full details.

APC USA Backs Oyebamiji for Osun Governorship

The APC USA Chapter endorses Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji for Osun's 2026 governorship, highlighting party unity as the critical factor to reclaim the state from the PDP. Read their full statement.

Omisore: Oyetola Ordered Our Disqualification in Osun APC

Senator Iyiola Omisore claims Minister Adegboyega Oyetola directed the disqualification of seven APC governorship aspirants in Osun, calling it a 'hatchet job' to favour a preferred candidate. Read the full details.

APC Bars 7 Aspirants From Osun Governorship Primaries

The APC Screening Committee has disqualified seven major aspirants, including Senator Iyiola Omisore, from the Osun 2026 governorship primary. Only two candidates were cleared. Read the full details and implications.

Oyo APC Backs Tinubu for 2027, Seeks Unity

Oyo State APC leaders close ranks, endorse President Tinubu for a second term in 2027. The party aims for a 35% vote increase, focusing on grassroots unity and reconciliation.

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