Peter Obi Endorses Seyi Makinde for President Ahead of 2027
Peter Obi, 2027 presidential candidate, publicly endorsed Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde, calling him qualified to lead Nigeria, and urged unity for credible elections.
Category : Elections
Rivers ADC Dares Wike Over Amaechi 2027 Boast
Rivers ADC chairman Dr Chukwudi Dimkpa rejects FCT Minister Wike's claim that Rotimi Amaechi will be defeated by noon on election day, urging voters to resist intimidation.
US Publishes DV-2026 Green Card Lottery Figures and Winner Steps
US releases DV-2026 Diversity Visa figures: 129,516 selected from 20.8 million entries. Winners must file by Sept 30, 2026; DV-2027 dates to come.
AfD Projected to Win 44% in Saxony-Anhalt, Eyes First Far-Right State Government
Germany's AfD is projected to win 44% in Saxony-Anhalt, far ahead of the CDU's 17.8%, potentially forming the first far-right state government since World War Two.
US Green Card Lottery: 16 West African Nations on DV-2026 List
The US has published the DV-2026 Diversity Visa list, featuring 16 West African countries. About 129,516 applicants were registered, with a September 30, 2026 deadline for visa processing.
US Green Card Lottery: African Countries for DV-2026
The US State Department published the DV-2026 Diversity Visa list, with 129,516 selectees. Egypt, Algeria, Sudan, and Kenya top African numbers. Deadline: September 30, 2026.
One-Term Presidency Deal Raises Legal Questions
Nigeria's opposition G-100 summit proposes a single one-term presidential candidate for 2027, but legal experts and stakeholders question its constitutionality and enforceability.
Ex-IGP Adamu Wins SDP Nasarawa Governorship Ticket
Former IGP Mohammed Adamu wins SDP Nasarawa governorship ticket with 28,637 votes after sole candidate status, promising security, infrastructure, and inclusive governance ahead of 2027.
Kogi Activist Urges INEC Ward Creation Applications
Comrade Usman Okai Austin urges Kogi stakeholders to apply to INEC for new wards, citing Chairman Amupitan's fairness in recent polls.
Peter Obi gives money too — Lere Olayinka counters 'no shishi' narrative
Wike's aide Lere Olayinka says Peter Obi gave money to delegates during PDP presidential bid, countering claims he spends nothing in politics.
SDP Orders Fresh Governorship Primaries in Gombe, Nasarawa
SDP has notified INEC of fresh governorship primaries in Gombe and Nasarawa states after candidate withdrawals, scheduled for Saturday at 11am.
INEC Boss Told to Explain Kogi Ward Creation Plan Excluding Kogi East
Michael Idoko demands INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan clarify reported Kogi ward creation plan allegedly excluding Kogi East, warning of public anger.
Peter Obi says ready to die to protect 2027 votes
Peter Obi declares readiness to die to protect 2027 votes, warns against IReV manipulation, and urges voters to resist intimidation at polling units.
Omokri Challenges Peter Obi to Release FBI Records
Reno Omokri claims all 2027 presidential candidates have FBI records, not criminal records, and challenges Peter Obi to release his before demanding Tinubu's documents.
Oyo APC explains viral video of student on candidate's lap
Oyo APC campaign clarifies viral video showing Ibadan Poly student on Senator Alli's lap, calling it a fatherly gesture amid political blackmail claims.
2027: Tinubu projected to win 20 states, Atiku 9, Obi 8
Political Intelligence Group projects Tinubu to win 20 states in 2027, Atiku 9, Obi 8; warns alliances and economy could alter outcome.
INEC rejects NDC claim of swapped candidates for 2027 polls
INEC says Form EC9E signed by NDC's national chairman and secretary lists the disputed candidates, dismissing allegations of tampering as unfounded.
2027: Atiku Projected to Win 9 States, Full List Emerges
The Political Intelligence Group projects Atiku Abubakar will win 9 states in the 2027 presidential election, trailing President Tinubu's 20 states and ahead of Peter Obi's 8 states.
G-100 Proposes 4-Year Single Term to Unite Opposition
Six opposition parties met in Abuja to plan a coalition against President Tinubu for 2027. A single four-year term was proposed to unite them.
2027: 7 Steps Peter Obi Must Take to Win Northern Votes
A public affairs analyst outlines 7 key strategies for Peter Obi to win northern Nigeria's trust before the 2027 election, focusing on security, economy, and messaging.
Wike, Fubara, Chinda Meet in Rivers for 2027 Talks
Governor Fubara met Wike in Port Harcourt on Sunday, August 30, with APC candidate Kingsley Chinda and Senator Magnus Abe present, amid 2027 reconciliation.
NDC Accuses INEC of Replacing 2027 Candidates with Unknown Names
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has accused INEC of replacing its 2027 candidates with unauthorized names, particularly in Anambra, Benue, and Imo states, and demanded an investigation.
Opposition Summit in Abuja Targets Tinubu Ahead of 2027
G-100 summit in Abuja unites SDP, PRP against Tinubu for 2027; PDP rejects talks, calls them 'dead on arrival'.
NDC Accuses INEC of Replacing Candidates With Unknown Names
The NDC accuses INEC of substituting its candidates with unrecognised names for 2027 elections, alleging officials bypassed party channels to collect forms directly.
Pro-Tinubu Group Moves to Persuade Peter Obi to Step Down for 2027
A pro-Tinubu group in the Southeast plans to lobby Igbo leaders to persuade Peter Obi to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race and support Tinubu's re-election bid.
APGA Sweeps All 21 Anambra LG Chairmanship Seats
APGA won all 21 chairmanship and 362 councillorship seats in Anambra's LG elections. ANSIEC chair Genevieve Osakwe announced results on Sunday, August 30, 2026.
INEC Publishes 2027 Governorship Candidates List
INEC released the official 2027 governorship candidates list via Form EC9 on August 29, 2026, with elections set for February 6, 2027.
G100 Urges Opposition Unity Ahead of August 31 Summit
G100 urges Nigeria's opposition parties to unite at the August 31, 2026 summit in Abuja, warning that division strengthens the incumbent ahead of 2027 elections.
N-Power Beneficiaries Back Atiku for 2027 Election
A nationwide delegation of N-Power beneficiaries has declared support for Atiku Abubakar ahead of the 2027 election, citing unresolved allowances.
Two Kwara Lawmakers Resign from APC Over Internal Democracy
Two Kwara State lawmakers, Hon. Saba Yisa Gideon and Hon. Olushola Odetundun, resigned from the APC on the same day, citing internal democracy and fairness concerns, a day after a senator defected to the PDP.
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