Minister of State for Regional Development, Barrister Uba Maigari, has expressed confidence that Governor Agbu Kefas’ performance, particularly in tackling insecurity, will earn him a decisive victory if he seeks re-election in the 2027 governorship election in Taraba State. Maigari made the remarks while speaking with journalists at his...
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In the quest for effective governance, the choice of a deputy is never merely ceremonial; it is a strategic decision that can make the difference between vision and execution. As Engineer Mustapha Gubio prepares to lead Borno State into its next chapter, one name stands out as the perfect...
.. A snipet of his family background Ali Abdullahi is the son of Mallam Abdullahi Alkali Isa Mirnga, former Accountant General of Borno State and Permanent Secretary, Government House. His father is a younger brother to Alhaji Adamu Alkali Isa, Alhaji Muhammadu Ghani Alkali Isa, and Alhaji Ali Alkali...
Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has appealed to the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), for increased and sustained funding to strengthen the Commission’s operations ahead of the 2027 general elections. Amupitan made the appeal on Tuesday during a courtesy visit...
Just wondering. Why is there a debate about who will win the 2027 Presidential election? It is no brainer. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will trounce all the splintered opposition candidates by a very wide margin. Each time I hear some people argue on this matter, I shudder at the...
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for stronger international partnerships, accountable leadership and greater support for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) as part of efforts to reposition Nigeria for sustainable development beyond 2027. Obi made the call on Wednesday after participating in a high-level roundtable...
As the 2027 general elections draw nearer, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, CON, has expressed optimism that Benue State is on course to reclaim its former prominence, assuring residents that renewed efforts are underway to restore the state’s lost glory. This comes...
African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for a criminal investigation into the actions of Mr. Nafiu Bala following the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) denial of claims that he accessed the commission’s candidate nomination portal and uploaded candidates on behalf of the party for the 2027 general elections. The...
African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed reports claiming that a group allegedly led by Mr. Nafiu Bala Gombe uploaded the names of a presidential candidate and other nominees to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) nomination portal, describing the claim as false and misleading. In a statement issued by...
Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld a Federal High Court judgment restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising or taking part in any state congresses organised by the caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) headed by former Senate President David Mark. The appellate court...
The Agbu Kefas Continuity Movement has dismissed recent comments by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Taraba State, Senator Abubakar Tutare, describing his criticism of Governor Kefas as driven by personal interests rather than concern for the people. In a statement signed by its coordinator, Mallam Ibrahim...
2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has decried the renewed heartless Killings in Benue and Plateau states. Mr. Obi, in a post on his X handle on Monday, said the unending violence in the region is worrisome and deserves special attention. He said the...
All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised opposition political parties for failing to meet the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) deadline for the submission of candidates for the 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections, describing the development as evidence of their lack of preparedness. The ruling party said it successfully...
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for re-nominating Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 general election. In a statement issued on Saturday, Governor Zulum described the President’s decision as a demonstration of political wisdom,...
In politics, the most powerful decisions are sometimes the ones that end speculation. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s @officialABAT decision to retain Vice President Kashim Shettima @officialSKSM as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election is one of such decisions. It is a statement of trust, a signal of...
All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally received the completed Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) presidential nomination forms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 general election. The nomination forms were handed over to the party’s National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, during...
Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has named Omega Odunze as Special Assistant, Community Mobilisation (South-East). The appointment reinforces the ADC Presidential candidate’s commitment to grassroots engagement, inclusive participation, and strategic mobilisation across the South-East ahead of the 2027...
The Presidency has rejected allegations by the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi that he is being targeted by the Federal Government, describing his claims as false and politically motivated. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga,...
Media entrepreneur and host of the viral talk show #WithChude, Chude Jideonwo, sits down with the leading presidential contender in the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, in a far-reaching conversation on Nigeria’s political future, the state of the nation and his personal journey ahead of the 2027 elections....
Former Kano State Governor and national leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has faulted comments made by former Borno State Governor, , over the political strength of in Northern Nigeria. Reacting in a post shared on X on Tuesday, Kwankwaso said he was disappointed by Sheriff’s remarks during...