September 9, 2026

politics

2027: ‘I’m equally ready to die,’ Obi tells supporters as he rallies Nigerians to defend their votes 2027 NDC Presidential candidate, Peter Obi

2027: ‘I’m equally ready to die,’ Obi tells supporters as he rallies Nigerians to defend their votes

By BARBARA KALU, Port-Harcourt September 4, 2026
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has declared that he was prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice alongside Nigerians committed to rescuing the country, as he urged supporters to remain resolute ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Friday during a town hall meeting in Port...
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DHQ disowns AI-generated fake video falsely showing CDS Oluyede endorsing politics CDS Olufemi Oluyede

DHQ disowns AI-generated fake video falsely showing CDS Oluyede endorsing politics

By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja August 27, 2026
Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed as fake an artificial intelligence (AI)-generated video circulating online which falsely portrays the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, as making comments in support of partisan politics. The clarification was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the Director of Defence...
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178 days in detention: Sowore demands El-Rufai’s release, alleges political vendetta Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasiru El-Rufai

178 days in detention: Sowore demands El-Rufai’s release, alleges political vendetta

By OFFOR CALLISTUS, Abuja August 13, 2026
Human rights activist and 2027 presidential candidate of African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has condemned the continued detention of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, describing it as an alleged case of political vendetta rather than justice. Sowore, in a post on X on Wednesday, said El-Rufai’s prolonged...
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NCW demands 50% affirmative action for women in political participation NCW demands 50% affirmative action for women in political participation

NCW demands 50% affirmative action for women in political participation

By JOHN MKOM, Jalingo August 13, 2026
National Council of Women (NCW) has called for a 50-50 affirmative action policy to guarantee greater representation of women in political positions across Nigeria. The council made the demand on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, in Jalingo, Taraba State, where it inaugurated its 10 million women voices states working committees...
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Taraba Governor Kefas signs executive orders banning political thuggery, illegal mining, drug abuse Taraba Governor Kefas signs executive orders banning political thuggery, illegal mining, drug abuse

Taraba Governor Kefas signs executive orders banning political thuggery, illegal mining, drug abuse

By JOHN MKOM, Jalingo August 3, 2026
Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas has signed three executive orders aimed at banning political thuggery, regulating mining activities to protect host communities, and intensifying the fight against drug abuse across the state. The governor signed the executive orders on Sunday at the Executive Chamber of the TY Danjuma House...
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‘Politics is not like church, I’m a Christian, not pastor’ — Wike defends political style FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike

‘Politics is not like church, I’m a Christian, not pastor’ — Wike defends political style

By BARBARA KALU, Port-Harcourt August 2, 2026
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has defended political style, saying his faith does not require him to operate like a cleric. Speaking during a special media chat in Port Harcourt on Saturday, Wike said politics and religion are governed by different principles, insisting that his...
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City Boy Movement defends Lagos CP’s presence at inauguration, rejects claims of political endorsement City Boy Movement defends Lagos CP's presence at inauguration, rejects claims of political endorsement

City Boy Movement defends Lagos CP’s presence at inauguration, rejects claims of political endorsement

By OLA MODUPE, Lagos July 30, 2026
City Boy Movement has dismissed claims that the attendance of the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, at the inauguration of its Lagos State chapter amounted to political endorsement by the Nigeria Police Force. In a statement issued on Thursday by its National Director of Media Monitoring and Rapid...
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Dìbò k’ó se’bẹ̀ and the raw reality of politics – (1) By ABIODUN KOMOLAFE abiodun KOMOLAFE

Dìbò k’ó se’bẹ̀ and the raw reality of politics – (1) By ABIODUN KOMOLAFE

ABIODUN KOMOLAFE July 25, 2026
The current state of what we call “politics” in Nigeria throws one back in time. One is reminded of Nigeria if, after decades, someone goes back to read the treatise by the revolutionist and founder of the now-rested Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR), Vladimir Ilyich Lenin. In his...
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PDP backs Governor Nwifuru, accuses Wike of anti-party activities, political blackmail FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike and PDP logo

PDP backs Governor Nwifuru, accuses Wike of anti-party activities, political blackmail

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja June 26, 2026
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has praised Ebonyi State Governor, Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, for openly criticising the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, over what it described as anti-party activities and political interference. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary of the Interim...
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Ortom rejects Benue probe report, labels Alia’s investigation a political witch-hunt Former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom

Ortom rejects Benue probe report, labels Alia’s investigation a political witch-hunt

By THOMAS AKASE, Makurdi June 20, 2026
Former Benue State Governor, Chief Samuel Ortom, has dismissed the report of the state Income and Expenditure Commission of Inquiry, describing it as a politically motivated witch-hunt aimed at tarnishing his administration’s record. Reacting through his media aide, Paul Zege, on Saturday in Makurdi, Ortom said the commission’s findings...
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Obi urges Nigerian youths to get PVCs, says 15m new voters can decide 2027 election NDC Presidential candidate, Peter Obi

Obi urges Nigerian youths to get PVCs, says 15m new voters can decide 2027 election

By OFFOR CALLISTUS, Abuja June 15, 2026
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerian youths to actively participate in the country’s democratic process by registering to vote and obtaining their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs). Obi made the appeal in a message shared on his X handle on Monday, where he reflected...
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The Political Godfather and the Politics of Perpetual Waiting: A Counsel to Young People Prof. UKERTOR MOTI

The Political Godfather and the Politics of Perpetual Waiting: A Counsel to Young People

UKERTOR GABRIEL MOTI June 7, 2026
As the political atmosphere intensifies towards the next general election, I was discussing the role of youths in shaping electoral outcomes and defining a future for themselves with a friend. My friend drew an interesting analogy between political godfathers and slave masters. He said some of our youths are...
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The Watershed of a new development politics in Benue and Nigeria Prof Shilgba 3

The Watershed of a new development politics in Benue and Nigeria

PROF LEONARD KARSHIMA SHILGBA May 29, 2026
…Why Governance Must Defeat Professional Politics By PROF LEONARD KARSHIMA SHILGBA – May 29, 2026 marks more than another “democracy anniversary” in Nigeria. It is a strategic transition boundary for both the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and that of Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia in Benue State. Exactly...
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Atiku celebrates Amaechi on birthday, praises his courage, service to Nigeria Atiku celebrates Amaechi on birthday, praises his courage, service to Nigeria

Atiku celebrates Amaechi on birthday, praises his courage, service to Nigeria

By OFFOR CALLISTUS, Abuja May 28, 2026
Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has extended warm birthday wishes to former Rivers State Governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi describing him as a courageous patriot whose years of service have continued to inspire Nigerians. Atiku conveyed his message in a post shared on his official...
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FULL TEXT: Nomination acceptance speech by President Bola Tinubu UPDATED: Tinubu polls 11 million votes in APC Presidential primaries, vows to consolidate economic reforms

FULL TEXT: Nomination acceptance speech by President Bola Tinubu

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja May 25, 2026
Today, we celebrate another proud moment in our democratic journey—a history not defined by any individual, but by our collective resolve to build a stable, prosperous, and just nation. Four years ago, I stood before you as an aspirant to the highest office in our country, seeking your mandate alongside...
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2027: Sokoto ADC endorses Atiku as consensus presidential candidate Atiku completes ADC presidential screening in Abuja, says “journey to rescue Nigeria continues”

2027: Sokoto ADC endorses Atiku as consensus presidential candidate

By ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto May 25, 2026
Sokoto State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has endorsed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as the party’s sole presidential candidate ahead of the ADC presidential primaries scheduled for Monday. The endorsement was announced on Sunday during a press briefing held at the party’s secretariat in Sokoto. Speaking...
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Benue APC Primaries and the Politics of Grassroots Rebellion: Lessons in Power, Loyalty, and Party Supremacy, By UKERTOR GABRIEL MOTI Prof. UKERTOR MOTI

Benue APC Primaries and the Politics of Grassroots Rebellion: Lessons in Power, Loyalty, and Party Supremacy, By UKERTOR GABRIEL MOTI

UKERTOR GABRIEL MOTI May 17, 2026
The outcome of the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primaries in Zones A & B in Benue State, in which some incumbent lawmakers reportedly lost their return tickets, represents far more than a routine electoral reshuffle. Rather, it reflects a deeper struggle over party supremacy, grassroots legitimacy,...
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Sokoto Govt approves N1.47bn for 6 bulletproof vehicles ahead of Aliyu’s statewide tour Sokoto Govt approves N1.47bn for bulletproof vehicles ahead of Aliyu’s statewide tour

Sokoto Govt approves N1.47bn for 6 bulletproof vehicles ahead of Aliyu’s statewide tour

By ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto May 15, 2026
Sokoto State Executive Council has approved the purchase of six bulletproof vehicles for the office of Governor Ahmed Aliyu at a cost of N1.47 billion as part of preparations for the governor’s planned statewide tour ahead of the political season. The approval was announced after the council meeting held...
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Beyond the Optics: Reading the Real Politics of Benue Ahead of 2027, By LEONARD KARSHIMA SHILGBA Benue State has been plagued by recurring violent attacks, kidnappings, and killings, often attributed to armed herdsmen, leaving residents in a state of fear and insecurity.

Beyond the Optics: Reading the Real Politics of Benue Ahead of 2027, By LEONARD KARSHIMA SHILGBA

PROF LEONARD KARSHIMA SHILGBA May 13, 2026
A few weeks ago, I analyzed the electoral prospects of some prominent Benue gubernatorial hopefuls—among them Sebastian Hon, Herman Hembe, Terhemba Shija, Mathias Byuan, and Mike Aondoakaa—against the incumbent governor, Hyacinth Alia. With the exception of Hembe, these figures are widely perceived as political associates or loyalists of George...
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