Makinde's 2027 bid is 'water-testing', analyst says
A political analyst says Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde's 2027 presidential run is a calculated long-term move, not a genuine bid for victory, according to Legit.ng.
Category : Elections
ADC Challenges APC to Prove Deepfake Claims, Cites Economic Woes
ADC fires back at APC's deepfake allegations, demanding evidence. Cites petrol at ₦1,400, diesel over ₦2,000, and food inflation near 20%.
APC accuses Atiku, ADC of fake news plot to sabotage Kaduna rally
APC alleges Atiku Abubakar and ADC orchestrated a disinformation campaign with deepfakes and forged documents to undermine Tinubu's Kaduna rally on October 24, 2026.
Omo-Agege Warns 2027 Election Riggers Face Death
Former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege has warned that anyone who rigs the 2027 elections will be killed, escalating tensions in Delta Central.
Wike Denies Endorsing Labour Party's Abbo for Adamawa Governorship
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed as fake a social media post claiming he endorsed Labour Party's Adamawa governorship candidate, Senator Ishaku Abbo, urging residents to disregard it.
Atiku camp: Tinubu's 90-day relief plan is 'election bait'
Atiku's ADC campaign calls Tinubu's 90-day cost-of-living plan 'election bait,' noting it ends after the 2027 vote. They also question fuel discounts and data collection.
Umahi: Peter Obi Not Best South-East Presidential Choice
Minister of Works David Umahi says Peter Obi is not the best presidential candidate from the South-East, citing lack of consultation with regional leaders before the 2023 election.
Makinde to Tinubu: 'Come Here and Jump Down' at Ondo Rally
Governor Seyi Makinde, APM presidential candidate, jumped off a stage at an Ondo rally, challenging President Tinubu to do the same, framing his 2027 campaign around energy and stamina.
Atiku Demands INEC Publish 103 Million Voters' Register
Atiku Abubakar urges INEC to publish the 103 million voters' register, citing empty portal during scrutiny window and conflicting statements ahead of 2027.
Makinde Defends 2027 Presidential Bid, Cites 1999 Precedent
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde defends his 2027 presidential run, citing the 1999 election when the South-West produced two candidates, and challenges rivals on energy.
2027: Full list of 12 states Tinubu will visit for campaign rallies
President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to attend APC campaign rallies in 12 states ahead of the 2027 election. Here is the full list and proposed dates.
Imane Renaissance Backs SDP's G-1, Rejects Halims Ibrahim Claim
Imane Renaissance declares total support for SDP's Gowon Enenche in Ankpa Federal Constituency, rejecting claims of unanimous endorsement for incumbent Halims Ibrahim.
APC Dismisses Sowore's Aso Rock Campaign Plan as Comedy
APC National Secretary Ajibola Basiru calls Omoyele Sowore's presidential bid a comedy, challenging him to win a state House of Assembly seat first, citing 12.8 million party members.
Ex-Obi Campaigners Launch Batified Obedients, Back Tinubu
Former Peter Obi campaigners, the Batified Obedients, have publicly endorsed President Bola Tinubu and the APC for 2027, citing reforms and vowing to mobilise voters in opposition strongholds.
Fake NYSC officials plot to rig 2027 elections, ex-INEC REC alleges
Mike Igini, former INEC REC, alleges politicians infiltrate NYSC lists, sew uniforms for fake officials to rig 2027 elections, urging NYSC verification and tech use.
APC claims PDP, APGA, Accord backing Tinubu's 2027 bid
APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda says PDP, APGA, and Accord Party are backing President Tinubu's 2027 re-election, with the campaign flag-off set for Kaduna on October 24.
Appeal Court sacks APC senatorial candidate in Zamfara
The Court of Appeal in Sokoto dismissed Senator Sahabi Ya'u Kaura's appeal, upholding a fresh APC primary for Zamfara North and affirming the lower court's jurisdiction.
APC Denies Plot to Assassinate Atiku, Calls Allegation False
The APC Presidential Campaign Council has denied claims that the Nigerian government is plotting to assassinate Atiku Abubakar, calling the allegation false and urging security agencies to question the accuser.
Former Abia APGA Governorship Candidate Gregory Ibe Dies
Prof. Gregory Ibe, founder of Gregory University, Uturu, and 2023 APGA governorship candidate in Abia State, has died after a period of illness, his family confirmed on Monday, October 19, 2026.
Natasha Challenges Kogi Central Voters to Judge by Records
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan urges Kogi Central voters to prioritise verifiable achievements over promises ahead of the 2027 elections, as Yahaya Bello predicts victory.
NDC Governorship Candidate in Bauchi Resigns from Party
Ibrahim Kashim, NDC governorship candidate in Bauchi State, resigned effective October 16, 2026, citing need for purposeful leadership and development, without revealing next political move.
Showunmi Defends Wife's INEC Promotion, Rejects Political Reward Claims
Segun Showunmi angrily rejected claims that his wife's INEC redeployment to head Electoral Operations was a reward for his APC campaign council role, citing her long service.
INEC Lists 18 Candidates for 2027 Presidential Election
INEC has listed 18 presidential candidates for the January 16, 2027 election, including Tinubu, Atiku, and Obi. Sixteen are men, two are women.
8 Zamfara Lawmakers Resign APC, Meet Tinubu, Agree Return
Eight Zamfara State lawmakers who resigned from the APC met President Tinubu and agreed to return, shelving plans to defect to the ADC.
2027: Analyst predicts Atiku will win presidency
A political analyst projects Atiku Abubakar will win the 2027 presidential election, citing economic hardship, regional support, and his fuel subsidy pledge as key factors.
APC Sweeps All Seats in Kogi LG Elections 2026
APC won all 21 chairmanship and 239 councillorship seats in Kogi's 2026 LG elections, KOSIEC announced, amid civil society calls for more transparency.
2027: Report Predicts Tinubu, Atiku, Obi Winners in 5 States
A new report by The Nation predicts President Tinubu's APC will win Benue, Kwara, and Bauchi in 2027, while Kano and Adamawa remain battlegrounds for Atiku and Obi.
SDP's Adebayo Open to Stepping Down for 2027 Coalition
SDP presidential candidate Adewole Adebayo says he will step down for another opposition candidate if the coalition is built on ending poverty and insecurity, not on anti-Tinubu sentiment.
Wike, Adeleke, Soludo's Tinubu Backing Rattles Opposition
President Tinubu's 2027 campaign council names opposition governors Wike, Adeleke, Soludo as coordinators, sparking discontent within APC and fears among opposition parties.
MDPCO Names 12 States Makinde Will Beat Tinubu in 2027
MDPCO says Seyi Makinde will defeat President Tinubu in 12 states Tinubu plans to visit personally, citing economic hardship and political arrogance.
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