The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of attempting to sideline it from the 2027 general elections by withdrawing its recognition. In a statement on Monday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said INEC’s recent actions — including refusing to accept official correspondence from the party —…
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a ₦3.3 trillion payment plan to settle long-standing debts in Nigeria’s power sector, in a move aimed at improving electricity supply and restoring investor confidence. The development was disclosed in a statement by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, who explained that the decision followed a review of legacy debts…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has instructed all Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) to suspend publicity and preparations for the planned nationwide voter revalidation exercise. The exercise was previously scheduled to commence on April 13, 2026, as part of efforts to update the voter register ahead of the 2027 general elections. In an earlier…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has demanded the immediate removal of Joash Amupitan, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), following the commission’s decision to de-recognise the party’s leadership. At a press briefing on Thursday, April 2, the party’s National Chairman, David Mark, said INEC could no longer be trusted, describing its actions…
Former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, has warned that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) could struggle in the 2027 presidential election if former candidate Peter Obi is not included on its ticket. Fayose made the statement while also reviewing the performance of President Bola Tinubu. Speaking on Sunday at the PDP national convention in Abuja,…
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has urged Nigerians to remain patient, noting that the challenges in the power sector cannot be fully resolved within three and a half years. Speaking at the 2026 APC National Convention in Abuja on Friday, March 27, Abiodun acknowledged that electricity supply has been inconsistent in recent weeks. “From the…
Chukwuma Soludo has dismissed all political appointees in his administration, instructing them to hand over responsibilities to Permanent Secretaries or the most senior civil servants in their respective ministries, departments, and agencies. The decision came just one day after he was sworn in for a second term. The directive was announced in a statement signed…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has stated that Bola Ahmed Tinubu inherited a “foamy economy” when he assumed office in 2023. Akpabio made the remarks in Abuja on Friday, March 13, during the inauguration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) convention sub-committee on programmes and events, according to a statement released by Jackson Udom. The Senate…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has revealed that its key presidential hopefuls — Peter Obi, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi — are working together with a shared objective of preventing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from retaining power in the 2027 general…
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed the defection of three more lawmakers from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The senators are Amos Yohanna, who represents Adamawa North Senatorial District; Aminu Iya Abbas of Adamawa Central Senatorial District; and Ikra Aliyu Bilbis of Zamfara Central Senatorial District. Their letters…
