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The Progressives Network For Tinubu (PNT) has declared its support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. With a goal of canvassing 80 percent votes across political parties and interest groups in Ondo State, the group vows to ensure Ondo State surpasses the number
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Former Bayelsa governor, Goodluck Jonathan's cousin, Azibaola Robert, has dismissed concerns over Jonathan's eligibility to contest in the 2027 presidential election, stating that his cousin is 100% qualified to run. Robert made this assertion in response to critics, including Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus
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President William Ruto's week was marked by a series of notable events, including hosting Harambee Stars at State House, launching his 2027 presidential bid, and gracing Katiba Day celebrations. The President also launched the National Youth Service (NYS) Recruits Passing-Out Parade in Gilgil, Nakuru, where over 18,000
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Independent TD Catherine Connolly emphasized her commitment to achieving Irish unity during a visit to Belfast, stating that she would use her voice "in every way possible" to pursue this goal. Connolly's campaign for the Aras aims to secure Irish unity, with a key aspect being
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Nigerian governors from the ruling People's Democratic Party (PDP) have expressed varying views on the party's zoning decision, with some welcoming the move and others lamenting past mistakes, such as fielding a northern candidate in the 2023 general election. Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, who was
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Stanley Delano Quaye, a well-known Liberian human rights activist based in Ottawa, Canada, has called on the Liberian people to reject both the ruling Unity Party (UP) and the main opposition Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) in the 2029 presidential election. Quaye, a former banker and writer, has long been
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Comrade Ibrahim Garba Wala, a prominent human rights and anti-corruption activist, has joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC) opposition coalition, citing the need for a better Nigeria. The move comes as David Mark, former Nigerian Senate President, was announced as the party's interim national chairman. IG Wala urged
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Femi Babalola, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has expressed confidence in Governor Seyi Makinde's ability to compete against heavyweights like former President Goodluck Jonathan and former Anambra governor, Peter Obi, for the party's presidential ticket in 2027. Babalola's comments come as
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In the 2024 presidential campaign, the Democratic Party suffered a significant loss, not due to a lack of diversity, but because of an inability to separate themselves from the policies of the current administration. The Young Turks, a progressive online media organization, reported that the Biden administration sent billions of
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The People's Democratic Party (PDP) is reflecting on its decision to field Atiku Abubakar as its presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, with Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro describing it as an error. Moro, a senator representing Benue South, stated this on Channels Television's Politics Today,
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Representative Jang Dong-hyeok has been elected as the new leader of the People Power Party (PPP), a conservative party in South Korea, after a runoff election. With 50.27% of the votes, Jang defeated former presidential candidate Kim Moon-soo, who garnered 49.73%. Jang's victory comes as the
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Boniface Mwangi, a renowned human rights activist, has announced his candidacy for the 2027 Kenyan presidential election. He made the declaration on Katiba Day, an event celebrated by leading activists, including former Makueni Governor Kivutha Kibwana. Mwangi's campaign focuses on dismantling the current system, which he believes burdens
