News as it breaks
The Interim National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress ADC, Senator David Mark, has assured Nigerians that his leadership would prioritise transparency within the party. Senator Mark emphasized that the coalition party remained neutral regarding presidential aspirants, with a focus on crafting a compelling platform which resonates with the majority…
Labour Party chieftain and 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has officially declared his intention to contest for Nigeria’s presidency in the 2027 general election. Dismissing persistent rumours suggesting he might serve as running mate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Obi reaffirmed his independent ambition and his commitment to driving…
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has strongly debunked reports alleging that he is planning to defect from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) alongside five other governors. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Dauda Iliya, Governor Zulum described the report—circulating…
Public affairs analyst Bright Omaghomi has launched a scathing critique of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), accusing it of conducting a fraudulent and biased ward delineation exercise in Warri Federal Constituency. Speaking on ARISE News on Friday, Omaghomi emphasized that while the Supreme Court rightly ordered INEC to carry…
Veteran politician and New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) chieftain, Buba Galadima, has described Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, as the most credible and strategic politician in Nigeria today. Speaking during an interview on ARISE News on Friday, Galadima insisted that Kwankwaso remains the politician best suited to…
The Acting National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Senator Nenadi Usman, has officially endorsed the decision of the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to align with an emerging opposition coalition spearheaded by former Senate President David Mark. In a statement released Thursday through her media aide, Ken Asogwa,…
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has formally aligned with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), positioning the opposition coalition as a major political force ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. Announcing the move Thursday on his official X account, Obi described the coalition’s adoption of…
In a significant political realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections, prominent opposition leaders have converged at the Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja to formalize a coalition aimed at unseating the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The high-profile gathering includes the 2023 presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has strongly denied allegations that he allocated premium plots of land in Abuja to his children, describing the accusations as politically motivated and baseless. In a statement released by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere…
By Maduabum Obinna Francis LGA Publicity Secretary, Media/Publicity Director, Team OmoBarca In a show of political force and grassroots coordination, the Labour Party held a well-attended general assembly at its LGA Secretariat in Olodi Apapa on Saturday, signaling strong momentum ahead of the July 12 Local Government Area (LGA) elections…
