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Advocates Slam Atiku’s Criticism of Tinubu’s Economy as ‘Cheap Politics and Propaganda’

NewsDeskNgMay 5, 2026May 5, 20260

The Advocates for Economic and Political Advancement on Tuesday described recent criticisms of the Nigerian economy by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as “cheap politics dressed up as concern” and pure propaganda. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, the group said Atiku’s comments were not rooted in genuine economic...

Ardo Says NDC Registration Will Be Cancelled Over Alleged Irregularities

NewsDeskNgMay 5, 2026May 5, 20260

Ardo says NDC registration faces cancellation as court case challenges INEC process and questions compliance with electoral requirements in Nigeria. The promoter of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA) and League of Northern Nigeria, Dr Umar Ardo, Monday, said the registration of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) by the Independent National Electoral...

APC Benue Stakeholders Reconcile, Back Unity Drive Ahead Of 2027 Elections

NewsDeskNgMay 4, 2026May 4, 20260

Stakeholders of the APC in Benue State have resolved to unite and strengthen internal cohesion ahead of the 2027 general elections. A reconciliation meeting of stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State has ended with a strong call for unity, forgiveness and renewed commitment to victory ahead...

“This Is Strength. This Is Leadership”: Muri Issues Sweeping Apology to Supporters, Rivals

NewsDeskNgMay 4, 2026May 4, 20260

…says “conviction is not a crime”; takes responsibility for hurt caused A statement released on Monday by I.D. Ijele on behalf of Muri has offered what it described as a “deep, unreserved apology” to several groups, including bereaved families, aggrieved party members, and political rivals, while maintaining that “leadership is...

Peter Obi, Kwankwaso Arrive NDC Secretariat For Talks

NewsDeskNgMay 3, 2026May 3, 20260

Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso meet NDC leadership after Obi’s ADC exit, signalling major political realignment ahead of 2027 elections. A former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, and former Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, have arrived at the residence of the National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic...

Presidency Labels Peter Obi Political Nomad Over ADC Exit

NewsDeskNgMay 3, 2026May 3, 20260

Presidency criticises Peter Obi’s reported exit from ADC, describing him as a political nomad amid shifting alliances ahead of 2027 elections. The Presidency has reacted to the reported defection of the Labour Party’s candidate in the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi, from the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Presidential spokesperson, Bayo...

Saraki Urges PDP Unity After Supreme Court Verdict, Calls For 2027 Election Strategy

NewsDeskNgMay 3, 2026May 3, 20260

Saraki asks PDP leaders to unite after court ruling, rebuild party structures and prepare to win 2027 elections nationwide. Former Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki has advised the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) elected during the March 29, 2026, national convention to see last Thursday’s verdict of...

Peter Obi, Kwankwaso Consider NDC As Atiku Weighs Options Before INEC Deadline

NewsDeskNgMay 3, 2026May 3, 20260

Obidient and Kwankwasiyya movements plan alignment with NDC while Atiku considers coalition paths as INEC submission deadline nears. As the May 10 deadline given by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for all the registered political parties to submit their membership registers to the commission approaches, the Obidient Movement and...

Abejide Quits ADC, Alleges Hijack As Atiku Urges Vigilance After Supreme Court Ruling

NewsDeskNgMay 2, 2026May 2, 20260

Lawmaker Leke Abejide has resigned from ADC, alleging takeover by opposition figures, as Atiku warns party members against complacency after ruling. The lawmaker representing Yagba Federal Constituency of Kogi State in the National Assembly, Leke Abejide, has announced his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC). This was as the...

Oyo APC Unites Behind Alli As Consensus Candidate For 2027 Governorship

NewsDeskNgMay 2, 2026May 2, 20260

Leaders of the APC in Oyo State have endorsed Senator Sharafadeen Alli as consensus governorship candidate ahead of 2027 elections. Acting in unison with the consensus approach adopted by leaders in Lagos and Ogun states, the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State on Friday endorsed Senator...