2027 BENUE GUBER RACE: WHY TERWASE ORBUNDE IS EMERGING AS THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE FOR A NEW DAWN
By: Christian C. Asema As the countdown to 2027 gradually gathers momentum, it is no longer news that political activities across the country have begun to take a more strategic and deliberate shape. Politicians, political parties, interest groups…
Trump’s Gunboat Diplomacy Creates Risk — and Opportunity — for Putin
When Vladimir Putin hosted Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro in the Kremlin last year, the message was clear: Moscow had a loyal ally in Washington’s backyard. Warm words were exchanged, a strategic partnership was signed, and the optics suggested strength.…
Atiku, Amaechi, Obi Emerge Top Contenders for ADC’s 2027 Presidential Ticket — Momodu
Former presidential aspirant and publisher, Dele Momodu, has named former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi, and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi as leading figures in the race for the African Democratic…
I’ll back only a candidate I can trust, not one who’ll betray me – Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has confirmed a political fallout with Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, as the 2027 elections draw closer. Wike said he would personally support a candidate he trusts to succeed Fubara,…
2027: Atiku–Obi Rift Could Hand Tinubu Upper Hand — Dele Momodu
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has warned that a divided opposition—particularly a split between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi—could give President Bola Tinubu a significant advantage in the 2027…
Tinubu: Secondus, Omehia, Sekibo couldn’t deliver 10% for Atiku in 2023 – Wike fires back at Fubara
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims by Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, that key allies of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar are now backing President Bola Tinubu. Speaking at a New Year banquet in…
Rivers lawmakers return ₦100,000 sent to them by Governor Fubara
Members of the Rivers State House of Assembly have sent back ₦100,000 that was paid into their personal bank accounts by Governor Sim Fubara. The lawmakers said the money appeared in their accounts without prior notice or approval. In a statement…
2027: Yahaya Bello Declares Bid for Kogi Central Senate, Targets Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has announced his intention to contest the Kogi Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, setting up a potential showdown with the incumbent senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Bello made the…
Wike Slams Claims He Promised to ‘Hold Down’ PDP for Tinubu
Nyesom Wike has pushed back strongly against claims that he promised President Bola Tinubu he would weaken the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to help secure a second term in 2027, calling the allegation outright false and politically driven. The Minister…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has fixed its national convention for Wednesday, March 25 to Saturday, March 28, 2026.
The party released a comprehensive timetable on Saturday outlining its ward, local government, state and zonal congresses for the 2025/2026 cycle, all of which will culminate in the national convention. The timetable, signed by APC National Secretary,…