Atiku: Tinubu Using NNPC as 'Campaign Cashier' Over Petrol Discount
Atiku Abubakar challenges Tinubu's petrol discount, questioning NNPC board approval and calling it a campaign tool ahead of 2027 elections.
Category : Politics
Former APC Leader in Kano Resigns, Joins NDC
A former APC leader from Kumbotso LGA in Kano State has defected to the NDC, received by Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso at his residence on October 11, 2026, as the party gains momentum ahead of 2027.
INEC petitions DSS, Police over fake APC primary result
INEC Imo State has petitioned the DSS and Police over an alleged forged APC senatorial primary result that named Rochas Okorocha as winner, urging security agencies to act.
Appeal Court Upholds Bail Refusal for Ex-Governor El-Rufai
The Court of Appeal in Kaduna upheld the lower court's refusal of bail for former Governor Nasir El-Rufai, dismissing his appeal for lack of merit.
Omokri demands Atiku apologise to Tinubu over 'Bola' address
Reno Omokri has demanded Atiku Abubakar apologise to President Tinubu for repeatedly calling him 'Bola' at a press conference, citing disrespect to the office and democratic norms.
NNPC Suspends Petrol Margin for 30 Days as FG Negotiates Landing Cost
NNPC will suspend its petrol retail margin for 30 days, selling at cost amid government negotiations for a N1,350-per-litre landing cost ceiling. The move is temporary relief, not a subsidy return.
US Embassy, Consulate Announce 2026 Holiday Closures in Nigeria
The US Embassy in Abuja and Consulate in Lagos will close five times from October to December 2026 for American and Nigerian holidays, affecting consular services.
Delta Gov Gifts N50m Education Fund to Girl After Speech
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori awarded a N50 million education fund to Davina Ogheneovo, a secondary school girl, after her speech at the Model Technical College commissioning in Oghareki, Ethiope West, on Friday, October 9.
APC DG: Tinubu to Win Over 20 States in 2027 Election
APC Campaign DG Abdulaziz Yari claims President Tinubu will win more than 20 states in the 2027 election, dismissing Atiku and Obi's chances.
Keyamo Urges Mental Health Support for Atiku Over Fuel Discount Row
Minister Festus Keyamo says Atiku Abubakar urgently needs mental health support after the ADC candidate rejected Tinubu's 30-day petrol discount, calling it a superficial measure.
Court Orders APC Fresh Primaries in 10 Plateau Wards
Federal High Court in Jos orders APC to conduct fresh primaries in 10 wards of Jos South/Jos East Federal Constituency, awards N1.5m costs against Bagos, APC, INEC.
INEC to Publish Final 2027 Governorship, Assembly Candidate List Oct 10
INEC will publish the final list of candidates for the February 2027 governorship and state assembly elections on October 10, 2026, as required by the 2026 Electoral Act.
APC Tells Peter Obi to Quit 2027 Race Over Anambra Liabilities
The APC Presidential Campaign Council has asked Peter Obi to withdraw from the 2027 race, citing his pledge to exit if Anambra liabilities were proven and his BBC claim of winning 2023.
Tinubu 2027 Campaign to Launch in Kaduna October 24
President Tinubu will launch his 2027 re-election campaign in Kaduna on October 24, says APC campaign DG Yari, with the inaugural council meeting set for October 14.
Amaechi: Only Mad People Can Vote for Tinubu in 2027
ADC VP candidate Rotimi Amaechi says only mad people will vote for Tinubu in 2027, urges Edo residents to reject the president and back opposition.
Fact Check: Madina Maishanu Denies Endorsing Obi for 2027
BBC journalist Madina Maishanu has denied a viral claim that she endorsed Peter Obi for the 2027 presidential election. The graphic, shared on X, was dismissed as fake.
Ex-Oyo Lawmaker Quits APM, Accuses Party of Arrogance
Two-term Oyo lawmaker Peter Oyetunji resigns from APM, citing neglect, arrogance, and deceit, dealing a blow to Governor Makinde's camp ahead of 2027.
Ex-APC Chair Oyegun Apologises for Tinubu's 2023 Win
Former APC National Chairman John Odigie Oyegun apologised to Nigerians for his role in bringing President Tinubu to power, calling the 2023 outcome a mistake at an ADC town hall in Benin City.
Petrol Prices Drop to N1,350 at Depots, NNPC Slashes Pumps by N66
Petrol depot prices in Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Calabar fell to N1,350 per litre on Friday, following the FG's proposed price ceiling, while Warri depots quote N1,360.
APC demands INEC enforce Supreme Court ruling on party registers
APC formally asked INEC on October 9, 2026, to enforce a Supreme Court judgment requiring parties to submit membership registers 21 days before primaries, congresses, and conventions.
Wike warns Amaechi will struggle to campaign in Rivers
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike warns Rotimi Amaechi will struggle to campaign in Rivers over inflammatory comments about President Tinubu, urging INEC to act.
Amaechi Ally Sokonte Davies Dumps ADC, Rejoins APC in Rivers
Dr Sokonte Davies, a founding ADC member and ally of Rotimi Amaechi, resigns from the party and rejoins the APC, citing better opportunities to serve Rivers State and support Tinubu's re-election.
Ekiti Driver Borrows N3.5m for Tinubu, Bamidele, Fatoba
Ado-Ekiti mini-truck driver Adeleye Adeniyi took a N3.5m loan to support Tinubu, Bamidele, and Fatoba ahead of 2027 elections, showing a Wema Bank cheque.
Primate Ayodele Slams Tinubu's Fuel Discount, Warns of Hardship
Primate Elijah Ayodele dismissed Tinubu's 30-day fuel discount as confusion, warning a second term would bring worse hardship for Nigerians.
Dangote, Rabiu to Lead Launch of Tinubu Reform Book in Abuja
Aliko Dangote and Abdul Samad Rabiu will lead the November 5, 2026 launch of a book on President Tinubu's reform agenda at the Bola Ahmed International Conference Centre in Abuja.
Adamawa fences schools, plans 3,000 teacher recruitment
Adamawa State begins fencing government secondary schools to curb kidnappings, trains teachers on security, and plans to recruit 3,000 more educators through community-based hiring.
Makinde Campaign Coordinator Olafeso Visits Bode George in Lagos
Dr Eddy Olafeso, Makinde/Daura campaign coordinator, visited Bode George and other Lagos leaders on October 8, 2026, to rally support for the 2027 presidential bid.
City Boy Movement Denies Paying Crowd at Ogun Inauguration
Aderinsola Abiola, Ogun Coordinator of City Boy Movement, refutes claims of paid crowds at a recent event, clarifying it was an inauguration of executives across all 236 wards.
Tinubu told to apologise to Atiku over fuel discount reversal
Former APC spokesman Timi Frank says President Tinubu's 30-day petrol discount at NNPC outlets is a quiet adoption of Atiku's subsidy proposal, urging a public apology to Atiku and Nigerians.
US Embassy, UK High Commission in Nigeria to Close for Christmas
The US Embassy and British High Commission in Nigeria will close on Friday, December 25, 2026, for Christmas Day, affecting consular services nationwide.
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