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Jun

17

2026

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NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms

News Flash, Politics

NDC Moves To End Political Defections, Makes Candidates Sign Indeminity Forms Ahead of 2027 Presidential and general elections, the National Leadership of the National Democratic Congress, NDC has made all its Governorship amd National Assembly candidates to sign the mandatory indemnity forms. According to the party, this is stringent anti-defection policy aimed at preserving party loyalty and strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions, just as it warned that the party would rely on the affidavit when candidates dump the party for other political paries after Primaries Speaking yesterday in Abuja at the Party’s National Secretariat, the National Chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas said…

Jun

17

2026

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‘They Will Listen To Me’ – Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity

News Flash, Politics, Security

‘They Will Listen to Me’ — Peter Obi Backs Dialogue With Bandits To End Insecurity The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has reiterated his belief that dialogue and engagement with all relevant stakeholders remain critical to addressing Nigeria’s persistent security challenges. Obi made the remarks during an interview with broadcaster Rufai Oseni on the Nevon Black Box programme while responding to questions surrounding the controversial engagements between Islamic cleric Sheikh Abubakar Gumi and armed bandit groups operating in parts of northern Nigeria. The former Anambra State governor maintained that lasting peace can only be…

Jun

16

2026

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Atiku Camp Fumes Over Deregistration Of ADC By FCT Court

News Flash, Politics

Atiku Camp Fumes Over Deregistration Of ADC By FCT Court The camp of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has reacted to the Federal High Court judgment ordering the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to deregister the party. In a statement posted on X, Atiku’s media aide, Paul Ibe, described the ruling as a manifestation of a bid to entrench a one-party state. Ibe revealed that a pending appeal and an active stay-of-action order already exist to counter the High Court’s decision. Recall that Justice Peter Odo Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday…

Jun

16

2026

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NDC Governorship Candidate Picks Kwankwaso’s Son As Running Mate

News Flash, Politics

NDC Gov’ship Candidate Picks Kwankwaso’s Son As Running Mate The governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has picked Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, the biological son of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, as his running mate. The young Kwankwaso is the immediate past Commissioner for Youths and Sports. Spokesperson of Kwankwasiyya, Habibu Saleh Mohammed, confirmed the development in a terse statement on Monday. “HE Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo unveiled Hon Mustapha Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as running mate for 2027 Governorship Election,” he said. The younger Kwankwaso had resigned from Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration after the…

Jun

15

2026

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Ikenna Ukwa Commissions Borehole Built By APC Chairman In Arochukwu LGA

Abia North, Arochukwu, News Flash, People & Events, Politics

Ikenna Ukwa Commissions Borehole Built By APC Chairman in Arochukwu LGA Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, the APC flagbearer for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency on Sunday commissioned a water borehole constructed by the APC Chairman of Arochukwu LGA, Mazi Sunday Torty for his community in Abagwu village, Arochukwu LGA. The borehole project was initiated and funded by Mazi Sunday Torty as part of his contribution to community development and in support of Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa's aspiration for the House of Representatives and other APC candidates in the State. Speaking while commissioning the facility, Hon. Ikenna Ukwa commended the Party Chairman for…

Jun

15

2026

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2027: Why Atiku Picked Amaechi As Running Mate

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2027: Why Atiku Picked Amaechi As Running Mate The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has selected former Minister of Transportation Mr. Rotimi Amaechi as his running mate for the 2027 election. Sources close to the party indicate that Atiku made this decision after considering candidates from both the South-East and South-West regions. It appears that the choice of a candidate from the South-South was made after recognizing Amaechi’s extensive network as a former governor of Rivers State and a former minister in the administration of the late President Muhammadu Buhari. This network…

Jun

15

2026

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List Of 48 Powerful Lawmakers Who Lost APC Reps Primaries

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FULL LIST: 48 Powerful Lawmakers Who Lost APC Reps Primaries Before the first shot of the 2027 elections is fired, no fewer than 50 current members of the 10th House of Representatives will not be in the 11th House, as reported by Vanguard. Why? At press time on a penultimate Sunday, no fewer than 48 All Progressives Congress, APC Reps have lost at the primaries held nationwide, at the penultimate weekend. Two legislators in Bayelsa did not join the race because they are seeking higher political offices. The figures are expected to be higher because APC is yet to release…

Jun

14

2026

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2027: Legends; Osita Offor (Ultimate Commander), Kanu Nwankwo (Papilo), Others, Set To Lead OTTIMANIA Legacy Campaign As Calls For Gov. Otti’s Re-election Gather Momentum

Abia State, News Flash, Politics

Duo of Legends; Ultimate Commander, Kanu Nwankwo, Others, Set To Lead OTTIMANIA Legacy Campaign As Calls For Gov. Otti's Re-Election Gain Momentum As political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gradually gather momentum, leaders of the OTTIMANIA Movement, a grassroots political support group championing the leadership of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has intensified consultations aimed at consolidating support for the governor's continuity in office. The strategic meeting, held recently, brought together legendary sports personalities, prominent stakeholders and influential figures within the movement, including the Undisputed and Undefeated World Heavyweight Wrestling Champion of the Champions -…

Jun

12

2026

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Don Norman: Let Opposition Remain Honorable And Arguments Face Facts – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

My brother Don-Norman, nobody needs to manufacture enmity where your own public exchanges already show the pattern. At least three examples are there in the open. You publicly wrote against “sycophants” defending the Alex Otti-led government, accusing them of deceiving people. That already shows that the quarrel did not start today. In another public exchange, you used the language of “E-rats” and warned people off your page. So when you now say Otti supporters made you their enemy, people will ask: who first turned political disagreement into name-calling? As Abia ADC chairman, you have also publicly vowed to challenge and…

Jun

11

2026

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Otti: Building A New Abia And Repositioning The Labour Party – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics

OTTI: BUILDING A NEW ABIA AND REPOSITIONING THE LABOUR PARTY By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The emergence of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, as the Executive Governor of Abia State has not only altered the developmental trajectory of the State but has also significantly transformed the political fortunes of the Labour Party (LP) in Abia and across Nigeria. Through visionary leadership, prudent resource management, and an unwavering commitment to delivering democratic dividends, Governor Otti has built what is now popularly known as the "New Abia" a governance model that is rapidly becoming a benchmark for effective, accountable, and people-oriented leadership in…