…youth group YOTSI plans August 17 Abuja protest Photo: AFPConcerns Ahead of 2027 ElectionsYOTSI said its core grievance centres on the political climate in Enugu State, where it alleges that opposition voices face intimidation and that political actors have adopted conduct inconsistent with democratic norms. The group…

…the Turaki faction's earlier nomination of former President Goodluck Jonathan for the 2027 electionFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! A federal high court sitting in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit brought by members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who sought to compel the Independent National El…

…President Tinubu to formally acknowledge the renomination of VP Kashim Shettima for the 2027 electionsZulum said northeastern governors were seeking Tinubu's approval to pay a formal thank-you visit as a delegation next weekThe governor described Shettima's continued nomination as a historic moment for the Northeast an…

…governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Plateau state for the 2027 elections, has paid a condolence visit to elder statesman Damishi Sango, following the death of two of the latter's siblings within a matter of days.Legit.ng reports that Sango is an ex-minister of youth and sports and a former P…

…debate before the bill became law. His intervention is coming on the heels of the 2027 elections intensifies nationwide, prompting rising concerns among stakeholders about the impartiality of security agencies during the electoral period. The NNPP Stalwart warned that without strong constitutional protections, state po…

…with solidarity songs in support of the senator’s governorship aspiration ahead of the 2027 election. The development prompted Daniel to intervene, urging supporters of both politicians to refrain from turning the church service into a political gathering. Yayi, Adebutu supporters take campaign to Daniel’s mother-in-la…

…of young lady in his house - Atiku tells Tinubu The ADC Presidential candidate for the 2027 election, Atiku Abubakar, has asked President Tinubu to immediately order the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, to step aside from office until an independent investigation into the demise of Ms Mary Habila, in his Ebonyi residence…

…efforts aimed at expanding opportunities for young Nigerians. With preparations for the 2027 elections gaining momentum, Ihonvbere said young Nigerians remained the most important constituency to engage, urging them to make informed choices and participate actively in the democratic process. “The quality of our electio…

Videos from the City Boy Movement's national retreat in Abuja ahead of the 2027 elections have surfaced on social mediaThe highlight from the event was the patron Seyi Tinubu's dance moves as Fuji star KWAM 1 performed at the eventThe video made it the president's son's first public appearance after controversial DJ Ch…

…at the Supreme Court while maintaining that its direct primaries and candidates for the 2027 elections remained valid. Delivering the lead judgment, Justice Abang held that there was no basis to set aside the lower court’s decision, stressing that the authority to conduct state congresses rests with elected state execu…

…adopted former Cross River senator Sandy Onor as its presidential candidate for the 2027 election. Days later, the rival faction led by Kabiru Turaki announced former President Goodluck Jonathan as its presidential candidate.The development comes days after Wike said the PDP would find it difficult to win the presidenc…

…had officially renominated Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 election. The story was a pleasant surprise for me because I had earlier decided I was going to write about the same issue for my column this week under the title “Tinubu’s strategic ambiguity on Shettima.” I was going to use tha…

…“I make bold to say this decision has further strengthened our party’s chances in the 2027 election. APC will easily cruise to victory come January,” Tajudeen stated. Meanwhile, APC National Director-General of Volunteers, Dr Victor Oluwafemi, also applauded Tinubu for reaffirming Shettima as his running mate for the p…

…I want to correct one impression. President Tinubu is not making this law because of the 2027 election. President Tinubu is anxious about this law because, from what he explained to us and to me, he’s concerned about the safety of Nigerian people,” Kalu said. The former Abia State Governor explained that the first step…

…of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, has vowed to withdraw from the 2027 election if any evidence presented by actor/politician, Kenneth Okonkwo proves him unfit to serve.Obi had filed a defamation suit against Okonkwo, who was recently appointed as spokesman of African Democratic Congress, ADC, presiden…

…Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the 2027 elections, who argued: “Something is fundamentally wrong within the machinery of this administration. Nigerians deserve the whole truth, not carefully scripted press statements. We therefore demand a truly independent investigatio…

…the party was working closely with INEC to ensure compliance with the timetable for the 2027 elections. According to him, INEC forwarded Forms EC9 and EC13E to the APC National Headquarters for distribution to all successful candidates. Speaking on the party’s chances in the 2027 elections, Bello expressed confidence t…

…Director also encouraged citizens seeking positive change to participate fully in the 2027 elections, urging them to support leaders who share their vision for national transformation. He reaffirmed the commitment of the NDC to promoting credible leadership, national unity, economic development, security and improved l…

…rather than tribe. Stan Nze also called on Nigerians to participate in the 2027 general elections, encouraging eligible voters to ensure their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) are ready. "This is not a tribal war. This is a call for genuine change. If you need to move your PVC somewhere closer to you, please do it,” he add…

…Tinubu and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf in their respective second-term bids during the 2027 elections. Soja also commended Governor Yusuf for what he described as people-oriented projects across Kano State, including road construction and empowerment programmes targeted at women and youths to promote self-reliance. The A…

…Presidential election. Obi, in the interview, said he doubts he would be alive for the 2027 elections as the government of the day is allegedly doing everything within its power to frustrate him and his businesses. Responding to Obi's comment, Onanuga said Obi's claims are ''unfounded and misleading''. His statement re…

…removing isolated timelines would create uncertainty and disrupt preparations for the 2027 elections. The appeal has been argued before the Court of Appeal, which has reserved judgment. A date for the judgment is yet to be announced. The case is particularly significant because it directly affects the deadlines already…

…The presidential hopeful for the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in the upcoming 2027 elections, Mr Peter Obi, has raised the alarm over his safety and the systematic frustration of his businesses, claiming he "might not even be alive" to contest the next poll. Speaking during an interview on With Chude, hosted by me…

…within three years in office. Asked what the President would campaign on ahead of the 2027 election, Suleiman cited ongoing infrastructure projects, including the construction of a major highway in Kebbi State. He also praised the administration for increased financial allocations to states, saying governors now have g…

…the prospects of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who is expected to contest the 2027 election on the platform of the African Democratic Congress, arguing that the presidency should remain in the South for another term. He said Nigeria's political elite reached an unwritten consensus after the civil war to preserv…