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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.

US Congress Members Assess Security in Benue State

Governor Hyacinth Alia hosts US lawmakers to discuss Benue's security crisis. The visit follows President Trump's controversial 'Christian genocide' allegation and military threat against Nigeria.

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.

PDP Moves to Sack Rivers Lawmakers Over Defection

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) vows to use constitutional means to remove 17 Rivers State lawmakers, including Speaker Martin Amaewhule, who defected to the APC. Read the full details and political implications.

Wike on Rivers Assembly Defection to APC

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says 16 Rivers lawmakers who defected to APC are free to go. He vows to work with remaining PDP members, urging party unity. 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.

Rivers Speaker, 15 Lawmakers Join APC

Martin Amaewhule, Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, and 15 other PDP members defect to the APC, citing party crisis ahead of 2027 elections.

Zamfara: Two APC Lawmakers Defect to PDP

Two Zamfara State House of Assembly members have resigned from the APC, citing poor leadership and internal divisions. They have officially joined the PDP, strengthening the opposition's position in the state. Read more.

Factional PDP holds Osun primary after Adeleke quits

A faction of the PDP in Osun State is conducting its governorship primary election despite Governor Ademola Adeleke's resignation from the party. The exercise is ongoing in Osogbo under tight security.

Kaduna PDP Defends Ibadan Convention Outcome

Kaduna PDP defends the resolutions of its Ibadan national convention as final. Read how the party is addressing leadership disputes and positioning for future elections.

APC Women Reject Mutfwang's Alleged Defection Bid

Hundreds of Plateau APC women protest Governor Caleb Mutfwang's alleged plan to join their party, endorsing Tinubu's second term. Leader Elizabeth Samson Yerse warns against welcoming him.

Nigerian lawmakers investigate rising POS fraud cases

House of Representatives investigates escalating POS fraud reaching N52.26bn. Committee reveals security breaches, cloned terminals, and urgent need for regulatory framework. #POSFraud #FinancialSecurity

Lawmakers Ask Tinubu to Pardon Nnamdi Kanu

South-East lawmakers appeal to President Tinubu to grant presidential pardon to Nnamdi Kanu, arguing it would bring peace and national healing. Read full details.

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