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Benue Labour Party Unveils 2027 Election Candidate Slate
Benue State Labour Party Chairman, Ochonu William Okefie, has announced the official list of candidates for the 2027 general elections following the conclusion of primary contests.
Peter Obi Reaffirms NDC is Built on Principles, Not Personal Interests
Peter Obi and Senator Henry Seriake Dickson have characterized the Nigeria Democratic Congress as a sustainable political institution built on service rather than the ambitions of a single individual, while also announcing plans for a secure electronic voting system.
Williams Akporeha Defends Tinubu’s 10.9 Million APC Primary Votes as Genuine
Former labor leader Williams Akporeha insists that President Tinubu’s 10.9 million votes in the APC primary were fairly won through policies focusing on economic growth and worker welfare.
Alkasim Ibrahim Batayya Secures NDC Ticket for Kano South, Ousting Kabiru Gaya
Former Senator Kabiru Ibrahim Gaya has been bypassed for the 2027 Kano South NDC ticket in favor of former NARTO chairman Alkasim Ibrahim Batayya following a consensus agreement.
APC Assigns Governors to Oversee 2027 Presidential Primary Coordination
The APC has appointed Governor Sim Fubara and other leaders as coordinators for its direct presidential primary election, which is set to take place nationwide on May 24, 2026.
Labour Party Reschedules Primary Elections to Avoid Conflicts with Sallah and Democracy Day
The Labour Party has moved its 2027 primary elections to May 30 to prevent scheduling clashes with the Sallah celebration and Democracy Day.
Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara Exits APC Governorship Primary Race
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has withdrawn from the APC governorship primary, pledging to support the eventual nominee amid ongoing political tensions with Nyesom Wike's camp.
Ahmadu Fintiri secures APC senatorial nomination for Adamawa North
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has won the APC senatorial primary for Adamawa North, securing over 160,000 votes across five local government areas.
Youth Leader Calls on APC Governors to Support Governor Fubara
Dr. Tom FredFish urges the Progressive Governors Forum to defend Governor Siminalayi Fubara against internal political maneuvering and ensure his right to seek re-election.
Ogun APC leader promotes unity ahead of senatorial primary
Akeem Amosun, Federal Commissioner representing Ogun State, has urged APC members to rally behind Senator Salisu Afolabi for the May 18, 2026, senatorial primary in Ogun Central.