Author: Damilola Lawal

11Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“Excitement Builds as Nasarawa ADC Sets April 11 for Thrilling State Congress in Lafia!”

The Nasarawa State branch of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has planned its state assembly for Saturday, April 11. This was revealed in a statement by the party's Publicity Secretary, Comrade Idris Ojoko, who verified that the occasion will occur at De 1st Crown Luxury Hotel in Lafia. The party called on all members to attend, emphasizing that crucial discussions will be conducted as part of the preparations for the 2027 general elections.

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10Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“Obafemi Hamzat: The Rising Star Poised to Lead Lagos in 2027”

Legislator representing the Ikeja Federal Constituency, Lagos State in the 10th House of Representatives, James Faleke has designated Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat as the forthcoming governor of Lagos State. Hamzat, who presently serves as the deputy governor of the state, is vying for the All Progressives Congress, APC nomination to run in the election. In a message posted on his X account on Friday, the legislator called upon stakeholders and supporters of the ruling party in his constituency to back Hamzat in the primary elections. He stated, “Good evening everyone. As we gear up for the Party primaries next month, I encourage all our supporters in Ikeja Federal Constituency and Lagos State to endorse Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat as the next Governor of Lagos State from 2027-2035 IJN.” Meanwhi...

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10Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“2027 Showdown: Vatsa Urges Niger APC to Ditch Candidate Imposition”

A leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Niger State, Jonathan Vatsa, has warned the party's hierarchy against imposing candidates prior to the 2027 general elections. Vatsa cautioned that such measures could jeopardize the party’s prospects at the polls. Speaking to reporters in Minna on Friday, Vatsa emphasized the importance of internal democracy prevailing, asserting that all contenders must be afforded an equitable and level playing field during the primaries. He alerted that issuing automatic tickets or embracing consensus methods without widespread approval could fragment the party and diminish its electoral potency. The former Commissioner for Information, Culture, and Tourism in Niger State argued that only a transparent and inclusive primary process would guarantee ha...

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10Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“2027: Bala Sets a Bold Standard, Disqualifying Aspirants Over 55 in ADC Race”

The factional National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nafiu Bala Gombe, has declared that the party under his guidance will prohibit individuals older than 55 from vying for political positions. Gombe revealed this during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he detailed a vision focused on generational transformation and increased youth involvement in politics. “The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is a party that is for all Nigerians. Our current efforts are aimed at ensuring the party progresses appropriately. “We have resolved to grant youths a genuine opportunity. The moment has arrived for younger individuals to assume leadership roles in politics. “If you exceed 55 years of age, you will not be able to run for positions in the ADC under our direction. “We aim to...

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9Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“David Mark’s ADC Launches Legal Showdown with INEC Over Leadership Recognition”

The leadership of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, spearheaded by David Mark, has requested the Federal High Court in Abuja to annul the determination made by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, which invalidated the party’s leadership. Mark also urged Justice Emeka Nwite to issue an order of mandatory injunction nullifying INEC’s refusal to participate in or oversee the ADC’s congresses or convention, until the hearing and resolution of the current lawsuit. Additionally, he sought an order of mandatory injunction directing INEC to immediately restore and preserve the names of all members of ADC’s National Working Committee (NWC) in its records and portal, prior to the initiation of the suit, and pending the hearing and resolution of the main suit. It was noted that...

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9Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“Idris Points Finger at Barau for Gawuna’s Departure from APC in Kano Drama”

A leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Hafiz Idris, has accused Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin of being accountable for the switch of Yusuf Gawuna to the African Democratic Congress. Idris revealed this in a statement on Thursday. He claimed that Barau impeded Gawuna’s prospects of obtaining a significant political position following his loss in the 2023 gubernatorial election to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP. As per his assertion, the situation ultimately prompted Gawuna’s choice to depart the APC for the ADC. He additionally criticized the Deputy Senate President of scheming to hinder the nomination of Gawuna’s former running mate, Murtala Garo, as the forthcoming Deputy Governor of Kano State after the resignation of Aminu Abdulsalam...

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9Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“Urging Unity: Bala Spearheads Protest Against David Mark’s ADC Faction”

Demonstrators on Thursday invaded the streets of Abuja, urging opposition leaders such as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and former Senate President David Mark to refrain from engaging with the African Democratic Congress, ADC. The protest was spearheaded by the splinter National Chairman of the ADC, Nafiu Bala, who charged the political figures with attempting to seize control of the party. Bala was accompanied by ADC House of Representatives member, Leke Abejide, as they paraded with supporters holding placards bearing various messages. Some of the placards read ‘Woe to Political Plunderers’, and ‘Hon. Nafiu Bala, We Support You’. NAIJATAB notes that this appears to be a counter-demonstration following an earlier protest by the David Mark faction...

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9Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“2027 Political Turmoil: Niger APC Ditches Gubernatorial Zoning in Major Shake-Up”

The political terrain in Niger State is undergoing significant transformation as the All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially abolished its enduring zoning arrangement for the governorship, thereby paving the way for a broader competition in the 2027 elections. The party, in a communiqué issued on 3 April 2026 and signed by State Publicity Secretary, Musa D. Sarkinkaji, clarified that the system is merely a political custom, as neither the party’s constitution nor Nigeria’s Constitution acknowledges zoning as obligatory. “Zoning is a political construct, not a constitutional mandate. All eligible contenders from any region are invited to participate,” he remarked. For over 26 years, zoning had steered the rotation of leadership among Niger’s three senatorial districts, fostering pr...

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9Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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2027 Election Showdown: Reps Member and Predecessor in a Heated Clash

As the 2027 election nears, the sitting legislator representing Ndokwa/Ukwuani Federal Constituency, Nnamdi Ezechi, and his predecessor, Ossai Ossai, have established a confrontational stance. While Ezechi has accused Ossai of intending to orchestrate protests against him, Ossai has countered with claims of unsubstantiated allegations. Ezechi, in a declaration provided to the press, contended that the proposed protest was designed to foster discontent and tarnish his image leading up to the 2027 general elections. He characterized the alleged initiative as unwarranted, affirming that he enjoys a harmonious relationship with his constituents and remains dedicated to proficient representation. “Such moves, if allowed to proceed, could escalate political strife, endanger tranquility and sec...

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8Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“2027 Showdown: Ajimobi’s Ex-Aide Aboderin Enters House of Reps Contest!”

Deji Aboderin, a previous Special Adviser on Public Affairs to the immediate past governor of Oyo State, Abiola Ajimobi, has announced his desire to run for the House of Representatives election in the Ibadan North East/Ibadan South East federal constituency in 2027. Aboderin stated that he will run under the banner of the All Progressives Congress, APC. He disclosed his decision on Wednesday while speaking at a press conference in his Ward 9 within the Ibadan South East local government area. NAIJATAB reports that Aboderin was the House of Representatives candidate for the APC in 2019 but did not win the election. While speaking with reporters, Aboderin emphasized that his desire to serve the community prompted him to announce his ambition ahead of the 2027 general elections. He mentio...

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8Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“Amidst Opposition Turmoil, Adebayo Urges Nigerians to Embrace the 2027 Election”

The 2023 presidential aspirant of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has implored Nigerians to exercise their constitutional privilege to vote, cautioning against indifference or appeals for boycotts that could jeopardize the nation’s democratic framework. Adebayo emphasized that active engagement in elections is pivotal to guaranteeing accountability and nurturing a government that mirrors the populace’s ambitions. He articulated this on Wednesday, during his appearance on a current affairs show on Eagle 102.5 FM, Ilese-Ijebu, as observed by our correspondent in Abeokuta. NAIJATAB reports that Nigeria’s opposition factions are in disarray prior to the 2027 elections, with the ADC, PDP, and other groups encountering severe internal leadership dilemmas. The Indepen...

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8Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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Navigating Turbulence: Senior Lawyer Demystifies ‘Status Quo’ in ADC Leadership Conflict

The National Legal Counsel of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, Magaji Mato (SAN), has elucidated the legal ramifications of a court decree instructing parties to uphold the “status quo” amid the current leadership contention within the African Democratic Congress, ADC. During his appearance on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Wednesday, Mato articulated that the expression has a distinct and consistent interpretation in law, emphasizing that it necessitates parties to retain the position they held prior to approaching the court. He detailed that such a decree is usually issued when a conflict exists before the court, directing all involved to keep prevailing arrangements until the substantive case is resolved. As per his explanation, if the ADC leadership was under Senator David Ma...

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8Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“Rivers ADC Charges Forward with Congress Plans Despite Leadership Turmoil”

In spite of the persistent leadership turmoil within the African Democratic Congress, ADC, the party has reiterated its dedication to ongoing initiatives aimed at gearing up for the 2027 general elections. In Rivers State, the ADC has disclosed information regarding its screening process for candidates in anticipation of its upcoming congresses. In an announcement made on Tuesday, the party urged all interested candidates to take note of the timetable and screening protocols. The announcement, endorsed by the State Organising Secretary, Tony Dagony, instructed all candidates vying for state, local government, and ward-level positions to present themselves for screening at the State Party Secretariat, local government secretariats, and ward offices, respectively. All screening processes ...

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7Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“Shifting Sands: Gubernatorial Hopeful Exits APC for ADP in Oyo State”

Politics21 seconds ago 2027: Gubernatorial candidate abandons APC, aligns with ADP in Oyo One of the gubernatorial contenders representing the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Oyo State, Mr. Kunle Olatunji has...

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7Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“2027 Vision: Ex-Governors Unite to Propel Tinubu and Ignite Regional Progress in South-East”

In anticipation of the 2027 general election, former governors from the South-East region have voiced robust support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Their choice is based on the Tinubu administration’s infrastructural advancements throughout the area. NAIJATAB reports that the former governors expressed this stance on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, subsequent to the official launch of the Forum of South-East Former Governors, an entity created to assist and advise current governors in the area on essential regional and national matters. As stated in a communiqué released after their meeting and presented by the former governor of Ebonyi State and Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, the forum is conceived as a non-partisan platform available to all former governors of South-East states, irres...

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7Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“Atiku’s Ally Accuses Tinubu and Amupitan of Undermining Opposition and Democracy in ADC Crisis”

Paul Ibeh, media advisor to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, on Tuesday charged President Bola Tinubu and the chairperson of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, with attempting to weaken Nigeria’s opposition and democracy. This statement arises against the backdrop of the suspension of David Mark’s leadership of the ADC by INEC. In a post on X, Ibeh asserted that presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga had suggested that Nafiu Bala had taken over as the ADC national chairperson, alleging that this development was orchestrated by the President and INEC. He challenged this turn of events, pointing out that INEC had previously initiated legal proceedings disputing Bala’s qualification for the ADC chair, and questioned what had changed since that time. Ibeh further accus...

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7Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“Whispers of Corruption: Aisha Yesufu Alleges Bribery of INEC to Displace ADC Leadership in 2027”

Political advocate, Aisha Yesufu, has stated that representatives of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, were allegedly bribed to displace the leadership of the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Yesufu made this assertion on Monday during a live interview segment on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’. The co-organizer of the BringBackOurGirls Movement further indicated that there are rumored accounts suggesting that the INEC Chairperson was coerced into his decision. Recall that INEC recently removed former Senate President David Mark as the national chairman of the party. Expressing her viewpoint, Yesufu remarked, “There are allegations that INEC representatives were possibly bribed with amounts reaching $50,000, and land was provided. Where are the EFCC and ICPC in all of...

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7Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“2027: Empowering Voices – Pursuing Justice Through the Courts, Says CSO to ADC”

The National Civil Society Council, NCSCN, of Nigeria has labeled the public denunciation of INEC regarding the African Democratic Congress, ADC crisis, as unwarranted, emphasizing that the de-recognition of the party is a legitimate action to reinstate the status quo as mandated by the court. During a press briefing in Abuja on Monday, the Council asserted that INEC’s conduct in the conflict was supported by the law, particularly in accordance with a Court of Appeal verdict delivered on March 12, 2026. The Executive Director of NCSCN, Blessing Akinlosotu, affirmed that the ADC crisis is an internal issue stemming from disputes over leadership structuring, underscoring that INEC’s function is restricted to executing a judicial order. Presenting the contents of the briefing, Akinlosotu s...

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6Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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High-Profile APC Defectors Make Waves as They Join ADC in Jigawa

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa State is encountering considerable obstacles as senior members persist in migrating to the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC). The APC has experienced a significant transformation, with distinguished members exiting the party to affiliate with the ADC. Among the prominent individuals who switched allegiance on Monday is Senator Sabo Nakudu, who is anticipated to vie for the governorship in 2027. His transition indicates an escalating shift in loyalty ahead of crucial political engagements.His departure signifies a notable wave of exits in the state, raising eyebrows and igniting discussions regarding the evolving power dynamics within Jigawa's political arena. Analysts speculate that this realignment could alter the political topogr...

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6Apr By Damilola LawalNo Comments

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“2027 Showdown: APC Forum Rallies Behind Tinubu and Fubara for a Second Term!”

The APC Forum for Good Governance and Continuity has officially endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for additional terms in office. The APC forum revealed this update during a press briefing in Abuja, where it presented an "evidence-based evaluation" of the leaders' effectiveness in office. During the gathering, Chief Henry Awolabi, National Coordinator of the APC Forum for Good Governance and Continuity, emphasized Tinubu’s daring economic reforms, such as the elimination of fuel subsidy, synchronization of exchange rates, and restructuring of taxes, which he stated have commenced stabilizing Nigeria’s macroeconomic landscape. Awolabi also underscored Governor Fubara’s contribution to reinstating stability in Rivers State. The governor was praised...

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