Political parties
As Nigeria's presidency remains a subject of intense scrutiny, the eligibility of former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest in the 2027 General Election has resurfaced. The President's Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, recently stated that Jonathan's eligibility would be determined by
Local government
APC supporters in Osun State have been urged to remain steadfast in their support for the party as the state prepares for the 2026 governorship election. Engr. Olalekan Badmus, the Executive Director, Marine and Operations, Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), made the call during a visit by a leading APC governorship
Local government
The Chairman of the Labour Party (LP) in Enugu East Local Government Area, Afam Joseph Ogbene, has resigned from the party and defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Ogbene, who addressed APC leaders and a large crowd of supporters, cited the foresight and purposeful leadership of Governor Peter Mbah
Political parties
Former Rivers State governor Nyesom Wike says his decision to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was justified by the recent defections of governors and top members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Wike spoke during the flag-off of construction work on the main
Political parties
Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, alongside members of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, have left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), following a resignation speech during the State Executive Council meeting. This move comes after Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) just hours prior.
Political parties
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has made the shocking decision to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), taking with him the entire state's administration, including commissioners, chairmen of local government areas, councillors, and 80% of PDP executives. This move
Political parties
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has named Governor Biodun Oyebanji as its consensus candidate for the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election, following the withdrawal of one of the cleared aspirants, Mrs. Atinuke Oluremi Omolayo. Omolayo's decision to step down and endorse Oyebanji for the position was announced in
Local government
Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, made a high-profile switch, abandoning the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). Mbah's motivations were centered around bridging the divide between the South-East region, particularly Enugu, and the central government. In a broadcast to the people of Enugu
Local government
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta state has expressed its confidence in President Bola Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, endorsing them as the party's sole candidates for the 2027 general elections. The endorsement came during the APC Stakeholders meeting in Asaba, which drew together top party leaders,
Political parties
In Nigeria, the nature of politics has led to the unpredictable and dynamic trend of heads of political parties defecting to other parties and even campaigning against their former parties. Analysts attribute this trend to the manner parties are elected and removed from office, compelling leaders to move to remain
Local government
Honorable Gbenga Makanjuola, a former key figure in the People's Democratic Party (PDP) and now a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), recently spoke with journalists about his decision to leave the PDP for the APC. Makanjuola, who has held various positions including Deputy Chief of
Local government
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, and former Lagos State Deputy Governor, Adejoke Orelope-Adeulire, are among prominent politicians locked in a battle for control of Alimosho, the most populous local government area in Nigeria. The area has long been a deciding factor in Lagos elections,
