Labour Party's 2023 VP candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, reveals his principled decision to stay, hinting at a 2027 presidential bid. Meanwhile, PDP plans to woo Obi and Atiku, a move the Obidient Movement dismisses. Get the full story.
INEC explains Labour Party's exclusion from FCT council elections is due to leadership crisis and court cases. Igbo group urges credible polls and voter registration.
Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed announces his 2027 presidential ambition, positioning himself as Labour Party's stabilising force after Peter Obi's exit. Get the full story on his vision for Nigeria.
Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed, Peter Obi's former running mate, declares his 2027 presidential ambition, asserting his aspiration predates Obi's 2023 candidacy. Full details inside.
INEC explains Labour Party's exclusion from FCT council polls is due to internal crisis and expired leadership. The commission cites Supreme Court judgment and multiple pending court cases. Full details inside.
Murphy Omoruyi, the final Labour Party member in Edo's House of Reps, defects to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). He cites internal LP crises and constituent pressure for change. Read the full story.
INEC has restarted the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) nationwide. Learn key dates, see the latest figures, and find out how to register or update your details.
Labour Party members protest at INEC headquarters, demanding their candidates be uploaded for the FCT Area Council elections. They cite a court order and threaten to disrupt the February 21 polls.
The APC is expanding its base in Abia State through grassroots mobilisation led by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, with defections from LP and PDP members boosting party stability ahead of the 2027 elections.
Peter Obi cautions the Nigerian government against imposing taxes that worsen poverty. He advocates for comprehensive, people-centered economic reforms to stimulate growth.
Festus Keyamo and ADC's Bolaji Abdullahi clash on X over Peter Obi's defection. SWAGA claims Tinubu's South-East strength, while LP's Abure says party shackles are broken. Get the full analysis.
Labour Party National Chairman Julius Abure declares the party the credible alternative for a prosperous Nigeria, citing Supreme Court victory and readiness for 2027 elections. Read his full New Year message.
A faction of the African Democratic Congress has declared Peter Obi's reported registration at its Enugu office invalid, stating it violated party constitution. Details inside.
Analysis reveals why Nigeria's Labour Party, after its 2023 surge, faces internal crises, defections, and a fading Obidient Movement ahead of the 2027 polls. Discover the key factors.
Peter Obi's defection to the ADC fractures the Labour Party, triggers diverse reactions from Atiku, Abure's LP faction, and Lagos APC, while the South-East adopts ADC as a new platform. Governor Alex Otti, however, pledges to remain in LP.
The Labour Party's Abure-led faction says Peter Obi's defection to the ADC has 'liberated' the party, expressing regret for fielding him in 2023. They accuse him of contributing to SE marginalisation.
Atiku Abubakar welcomes Peter Obi's defection to the ADC, calling it a pivotal moment for political coalitions in Nigeria. Read about the potential impact on the 2027 elections.
The Labour Party reacts to Peter Obi's move to ADC, calling it a long-awaited liberation. Get the full details on the internal rift and the party's future plans.
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate, has officially joined the ADC, citing a mission to rescue Nigeria from poverty and democratic decline. Get the full details on his Enugu declaration.
The Labour Party has described Peter Obi's exit to the ADC as a 'relief' and apologised to Nigerians for its 2023 presidential choice. Get the full details on the party's explosive statement.
Peter Obi officially defects to the ADC, reshaping Nigeria's 2027 political landscape. Explore the 5 strategic advantages this move creates for the opposition coalition.
Peter Obi officially defects from Labour Party to ADC in Enugu. Atiku Abubakar welcomes him, signaling a major opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Labour Party Deputy National Chairman Clement Ojukwu refutes claims he joined the ADC, reaffirming loyalty to the party. He addresses internal tensions and looks ahead to 2027.
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu publicly invites Abia Governor Alex Otti to defect from Labour Party to APC ahead of 2027 elections. Kalu denies governorship ambition declaration.
Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Enugu. He vows to rescue Nigeria and resist election rigging in 2027. Read more.
Public affairs analyst Donald Okwuosa advises Peter Obi to stay in Labour Party, warning that defecting to ADC would signal desperation and that the coalition is unstable.
Abia State Governor Alex Otti declares loyalty to Labour Party, dismissing calls to join APC. He confirms Peter Obi's planned exit but vows to rebuild the platform. Read more.
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu publicly invites Abia Governor Alex Otti to defect to the APC, promising full support. He also launches a N1 billion empowerment scheme for 2000 SMEs in the state.
Peter Obi, Labour Party's 2023 candidate, declares intention to contest the 2027 presidential election, firmly rejecting speculation about a vice-presidential role. Read his full statement.
Peter Obi confirms he will contest the 2027 presidential election as a candidate, not a running mate. The Labour Party leader also hints at a potential move to the ADC party. Get the full details.