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Kano Governor Abba Yusuf, Kwankwaso Fall Out After 40 Years

Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and his mentor Rabiu Kwankwaso are in a major political rift. The crisis, fueled by a rumoured defection to the APC, is shaking the NNPP and Kano politics ahead of 2027. Read the full story.

Kwankwaso, Kwankwasiyya Deny Defection to APC, ADC

Rabiu Kwankwaso and the Kwankwasiyya Movement have firmly denied plans to defect from the NNPP. This comes amid swirling rumours about Governor Abba Yusuf's potential move to the APC. Read the full details.

ECOWAS Must Match Democratic Promises with Action

West African leaders must move beyond communiqués to implement democratic reforms. This editorial analyses ECOWAS's credibility gap, citing coups, bad governance, and Nigeria's role. Action is needed now.

Obidient Movement to Remain in ADC After Primary

Tanko Yunusa, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, declares the group will stay in the ADC and accept its presidential primary result, even if Atiku wins. Read the full statement.

Kwankwasiyya in Turmoil as Gov Yusuf Eyes APC

Political crisis hits the Kwankwasiyya movement as Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf prepares to defect to the APC for a second term bid, causing a major rift with his godfather, Rabiu Kwankwaso. Read the full details.

Peter Obi, Obidients Set to Join ADC on Wednesday

Peter Obi, key lawmakers, and the Obidient movement are set to defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on December 31, 2025, reshaping Nigeria's political landscape ahead of 2027. Get the full details.

Sheikh Zakzaky Bags Imam Khomeini Award in Iran

Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky, leader of Nigeria's Islamic Movement, receives the Imam Khomeini World Award in Iran for his advocacy of justice and Islamic values. The Resource Forum hails it as historic.

Showunmi Condemns NOM's Position on New Tax Law

PDP chieftain Otunba Segun Showunmi criticizes the National Opposition Movement's call to suspend Tinubu's tax reforms. Read his full statement on the need for fiscal responsibility.

Charlie Kirk's Widow Endorses JD Vance for President

Erika Kirk, widow of slain activist Charlie Kirk, endorses Vice President JD Vance for the 2028 US election at Turning Point's AmericaFest, signaling early MAGA movement shifts. Read the full story.

Showunmi Slams NOM Leaders Over New Tax Law

PDP chieftain Otunba Segun Showunmi condemns NOM's opposition to Tinubu's tax reforms, calling for pragmatic solutions over alarmism. Read the full political analysis.

CSOs to Protest Cancelled Enugu Economic Summit

A coalition of civil society groups will hold a peaceful protest at the NJC in Abuja on February 26, 2026, over the court-ordered cancellation of the Enugu Economic Survival Summit in Lagos. They demand judicial clarity and redress.

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