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Atiku's Son Defects to APC, Backs Tinubu for 2027

Abba Abubakar, son of former VP Atiku Abubakar, resigns from PDP and joins APC. He pledges to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu's second term bid in 2027. Read the full story.

Fayose Advises Fubara to Reconcile with Wike

Former Ekiti Governor Ayo Fayose calls on Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara to seek peace with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike amid impeachment threats. Read the full story.

Guardian Cartoon 527 Reflects Nigeria's Current Affairs

The latest editorial cartoon from The Guardian Nigeria, Cartoon 527, offers a sharp, visual commentary on the nation's pressing socio-political and economic issues, using satire to provoke thought and discussion.

Political Giants Converge in Abuja for Tambuwal Colloquium

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and ex-VP Atiku Abubakar headlined a major leadership colloquium in Abuja honouring Senator Aminu Tambuwal. Key figures from across Nigeria's political spectrum attended the high-profile event focused on democracy and na

ADC Targets 2.3M Members in Delta, Challenges APC

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) launches a massive drive to register 2.3 million members in Delta State, vowing to challenge the APC and PDP's long-standing grip on power. Read more.

Rivers Deputy Governor Defects from PDP to APC

Rivers State Deputy Governor, Prof. Ngozi Odu, has officially defected to the APC, following Governor Fubara. She completed her e-registration and toured six zones to mobilize grassroots support.

Rivers Deputy Governor Dumps PDP for APC

Rivers State Deputy Governor, Prof. Ngozi Odu, has formally defected from the PDP to the APC. She registered at her ward in ONELGA and called for mass support for Tinubu and Fubara.

Cartoonist's Latest Work Satirizes Nigerian Realities

A prominent Nigerian cartoonist uses sharp satire to comment on pressing national issues, offering a humorous yet critical perspective on the country's socio-political landscape. See the insightful artwork.

Study: Nigerian Youths Unaware of Elected Leaders

A new academic study reveals a worrying gap in political awareness among Nigerian youths, with many unfamiliar with their elected representatives. Discover the findings and what it means for the 2027 elections.

Rivers: 2 Senators, 6 State Lawmakers Join APC

Two senators and six state lawmakers from Rivers have defected to the APC, citing PDP crises. The party's secretary predicts more defections as the South-South now has all APC governors.

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.

Taraba Governor Kefas, State Assembly defect to APC

Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas and the entire State House of Assembly have formally defected from the PDP to the APC, reshaping the state's political landscape. Explore the details and implications.

Awolowo: The Prophet Who Saw Nigeria's Tomorrow

Explore how Chief Obafemi Awolowo's 1963 allocutus and political foresight accurately predicted Nigeria's future, from state creation to military rule. His legacy as a visionary leader endures.

ADC Set to Harvest 21 Senators, 86 Reps for 2027

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is reportedly set to receive over 100 National Assembly members ahead of the 2027 polls, with defections hitting APC hardest. Read details of the political realignment.

Cartoonist Addresses National Issues Through Art

Explore how Nigerian cartoonists use satire to address pressing national concerns. Discover the power of editorial cartoons in sparking public discourse and holding leaders accountable.

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