2027 election
Ahead of the 2027 governorship election, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has begun his re-election bid with the submission of his nomination form for the primaries of the All Progressives Congress ( APC) with a call on party faithful to support his aspiration. Speaking at the Victor Attah...
Alhaji Attom Magira who had contested consecutively as Governor on the platform of All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2019, and also in 2023 on the platform of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has declared his intention to contest for the Borno State Governorship election again under the platform...
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, on Wednesday called on religious and traditional leaders across the country to deepen tolerance, strengthen grassroots mobilisation and promote peaceful coexistence as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections. Akume said faith-based and traditional institutions must take the...
National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), at its 188th Meeting, on Wednesday, resolved to waive, and has waived, screening requirements for His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and deemed him as duly screened in accordance with the Constitution of the Party for the purpose...
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has hosted the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, and his delegation at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, to formalize a strategic roadmap for peaceful elections. The meeting which had in attendance, the Force management team, other...
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has clarified that he has not endorsed any aspirant for the 2027 governorship election in Rivers State. Speaking during his monthly media briefing in Abuja, Wike stated that no endorsement would be made until a joint coalition of political actors...
A Bauchi-based public affairs analyst, Hamisu Shalele, has described Governor Bala Mohammed as one of the finest state leaders Nigeria has produced since the return to democratic rule in 1999. Speaking during an interview with NATIONAL ACCORD correspondent in Bauchi, Shalele reflected on his long-standing engagement with Nigerian politics,...
A new rift is emerging within Nigeria’s opposition bloc as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) criticises former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over alleged lack of engagement with its policies. In an interview on Monday, the ADC spokesperson Bolaji Abdullahi accused Obi of showing little interest in understanding...
A former Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Gwarzo, has formally resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), pointing to evolving political dynamics as the driving force behind his decision. The resignation, conveyed in a letter dated May 1, 2026, was addressed to the ADC chairman in Gwarzo Local...
Taraba State chapter of the City Boy Movement has officially declared its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing both leaders as experienced and performance-driven. The endorsement was made by the Taraba State Commissioner for Information and...
A prominent figure in the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Buba Galadima, has called on former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar to align with the party as part of efforts to build a strong opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during an appearance on Politics Today on Channels Television,...
Former vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has cast doubt on the likelihood of Peter Obi securing widespread support from Northern Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a recent interview, Datti offered a candid assessment of the political landscape, suggesting that Obi may face an uphill task...
Former Cross River State governor, Senator Ben Ayade, has stepped down from the 2027 race for the Cross River North Senatorial seat, citing a directive from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Ayade made the disclosure in an emotional statement released on Monday, revealing that his decision followed a recent high-level...
Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, has announced he will no longer contest the 2027 governorship election in Bauchi State, despite mounting pressure from supporters. In a 10-minute video message delivered in Hausa, Pate said his decision followed careful reflection and extensive consultations with key stakeholders....
All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced a fresh extension of deadlines for the sale and submission of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for aspirants ahead of the 2027 General Elections. The party also revised its screening timetable, offering more flexibility to prospective candidates still completing their documentation. According...
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed has carried out a major cabinet reshuffle following the resignation of several commissioners and his Chief of Staff, many of whom are preparing to contest elective positions. In a move aimed at ensuring continuity in governance, the governor approved the immediate redeployment of members...
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has opened up on the circumstances surrounding his decision to leave the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing a hostile political environment and growing internal crises within opposition platforms. In a reflective message shared on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on...
Political activities within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Taraba State have intensified, following the emergence of four prominent aspirants who have obtained nomination and expression of interest forms ahead of the 2027 governorship election. Those in the race include the incumbent governor, Agbu Kefas; former Minister of Power,...
A former governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Cross River State, Sandy Ojang Onor, has officially joined the party’s 2027 presidential race after purchasing his nomination form, pledging to reposition the party for national leadership. Onor, who represented Cross River Central Senatorial District in the Senate...