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Labour Party Leadership Dispute Stalls 2027 Election Planning
Sam Okpala, a Lagos Labour Party official, reports that the party's internal leadership crisis is delaying preparations for the 2027 elections as members await a Supreme Court verdict.
July 9, 2026
Ebonyi Labour Party officials join APC in support of Governor Nwifuru
A group of Ebonyi Labour Party leaders has joined the APC, citing Governor Francis Nwifuru's performance in office as their main reason for switching parties.
July 9, 2026
Andy Burnham Poised for Premiership as Labour Leadership Nominations Begin
Andy Burnham moves toward the Labour leadership unopposed as formal nominations open, positioning him to become Prime Minister by late July.
July 9, 2026
Andy Burnham’s potential transition to prime minister
Andy Burnham emerges as the primary candidate to succeed Sir Keir Starmer as Labour leader and prime minister, though the timeline remains dependent on potential challengers.
July 9, 2026
Al Carns Declines Leadership Bid, Backs Andy Burnham for Labour Top Spot
Former Defence Minister Al Carns has ruled himself out of the race to lead the Labour Party, calling for unity behind the presumptive candidate, Andy Burnham.
July 8, 2026
State House Rejects Peter Obi’s Claims of Political Persecution
The Presidency has rejected claims by Peter Obi that he is being targeted by the Federal Government, labeling his allegations as unfounded fabrications.
July 8, 2026
Abayomi Arabambi demands apology and N50 billion from Peter Obi over defamation claims
Labour Party official Abayomi Arabambi is demanding a public apology and N50 billion in damages from Peter Obi following alleged defamatory remarks made during a podcast interview.
July 5, 2026
Labour Party Executive Seeks ₦50 Billion and Public Apology from Peter Obi
Labour Party official Abayomi Arabambi has sent a legal demand letter to Peter Obi, seeking ₦50 billion and a public apology for allegedly defamatory remarks made during a podcast interview.
July 4, 2026
Starmer advises next PM to remain active in global diplomacy
Outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer warned his probable successor, Andy Burnham, that they cannot ignore international instability to focus solely on domestic issues.
July 4, 2026
The Frantic Preparations Before the Next Prime Minister Takes Office
As Andy Burnham prepares to take office as the next British prime minister, Westminster is navigating a frantic transition period defined by policy speculation, cabinet auditions, and the logistical challenges of a major leadership change.
July 4, 2026