…on Saturday by his media office, Atiku described the reported attempt to deregister the opposition party through judicial means as evidence of what he called the administration's determination to weaken political opposition ahead of the 2027 general election. The statement was signed by the Atiku Media Office and issue…

…of vulnerability in defence. They are unbeaten in eight previous matches against African opposition at the World Cup but will be facing Ghana in a competitive fixture for the first time. “This is the easiest type of match, because when you’re about to play against England, France or Germany, you don’t need to say anyth…

…made plain that they will do whatever it takes to help Messi wreak his finest havoc on opposition defences. “He’s been my idol since I was a kid. Naturally, you want to repay that,” his fellow forward Julian Alvarez told DAZN. Rodrigo De Paul, who also plays with Messi at Inter Miami, put it more bluntly: “He makes you…

…He added that the Ekiti victory had boosted the morale of APC members in Osun and urged opposition parties to support the APC. Oyintiloye said the party had endured four years out of power and expressed confidence that it would return to office on August 15. "We are ready. We have waited long enough, and by August 15,…

…within the ruling party, saying the crisis brewing in the APC would surpass those in all opposition parties combined. According to him, the failure of the party to announce the outcome of its primary elections nearly two months after they were conducted is evidence that the APC is sitting on a time bomb. “The day the r…

…He added that the Ekiti victory had boosted the morale of APC members in Osun and urged opposition parties to support the APC. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, declared Oyebanji the winner of Saturday's governorship election in the state. The governor wa…

...Opposition Cries Foul By Alumona Ukwueze NSUKKA - The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday declared Ikeje Asogwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) winner of the Enugu North Senatorial District by-election held on Saturday in Enugu State. The declaration came amid allegations of electoral i…

Oppositions finger irregularities, threaten court actions By Alumona Ukwueze NSUKKA —-The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, on Sunday declared Ikeje Asogwa of the All Progressives Congress, APC, winner of the Enugu North Senatorial District by-election held on Saturday in Enugu State. This is even as opp…

…Folorunso alleged that the election was compromised by vote-buying and intimidation of opposition supporters. "As the chairman of the African Action Congress in Ekiti State, I am compelled to address the events surrounding Saturday's election. It is with a heavy heart that I announce our decision to contest the legitim…

…indications that the party was positioned to return to power in Osun after four years in opposition. “We are ready. We have waited long enough, and by August 15, the victory recorded in Ekiti will be replicated in Osun, and the state will return to progressive leadership,” Oyintiloye said. Oyebanji’s Ekiti victory will…

…the INEC chairman, Prof Joash Amupitan, against allowing himself to be used by the opposition party in Osun, stating that he will be made to suffer for it if he doesn't allow things to go the way they should. He urged him not to play games with the election to avoid being used as a 'scapegoat' by God, the people of Osu…

…process" that reinforced public confidence in democratic institutions. He urged opposition parties and candidates to embrace statesmanship and work with the re-elected governor, adding that "democracy flourishes best when elections are viewed as opportunities for collective advancement and shared progress." Speaking as…

…that claims to enjoy widespread popularity is evidently terrified of facing a vibrant opposition at the ballot box , rather than prepare to defend it’s record before the electorate,” Abia APC said. Struggle over APC gubar ticket can destabilize Abia – LP cautions

…precisely because history is about to repeat itself. You would recall that in 2023, the opposition split into the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and Nyesom Wike's G5. As a result, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) said Bola Tinubu rose from the ashes of oppos…

…witnessed multiple elections, experienced peaceful transfers of power between ruling and opposition parties, and maintained a relatively vibrant civil society and media environment. These are important achievements that should not be overlooked. However, if the benchmark is responsive governance and public trust, the a…

…confirms a sweeping victory for the APC candidate, who maintained a wide margin over opposition contenders throughout the exercise. Election officials described the process as orderly, while final collation and certification were completed at the constituency level in accordance with electoral guidelines. Kano: APC win…

…Throughout his career, Wike has faced intense political contests, controversies, and opposition. Yet, he has consistently remained a dominant force in Nigerian politics. His ability to navigate challenging political environments demonstrates strategic thinking, adaptability, and leadership under pressure. "Supporters a…

From the capital, Ado Ekiti, to rural councils such as Moba and Ekiti East, Mr Oyebanji maintained commanding leads, leaving the opposition without a single local government area.

…ranging from N5,000 to N20,000 – a situation condemned by relatively all participating opposition parties. According to election observers, there were organised vote-buying operations across all the polling units despite the presence of security operatives, including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.…

…on Tuesday, what had looked barely 24 hours earlier like the political funeral of five opposition parties had suddenly become a resurrection. The appellate court halted the execution of a Federal High Court judgment that had directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democra…

…Hassan-Wuyo Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has reaffirmed his administration's opposition to negotiating with bandits, insisting that seeking peace deals with criminal groups remains unacceptable in the state. The governor made the remarks during an interview with the BBC Hausa Service. Lawal stated that it is a…

…Hassan-Wuyo Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has reaffirmed his administration's opposition to negotiating with bandits, insisting that seeking peace deals with criminal groups remains unacceptable in the state. The governor made the remarks during an interview with the BBC Hausa Service. Lawal stated that it is a…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Biodun Oyebanji, as the winner of the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election. The Returning Officer for the Ekiti State governorship election, Adenike Oladiji, who declared the results at about 3:13 …

…real battles priding self a real man. President Tinubu who glittered as a critic and opposition leader is grappling with an ashen face poor governance has left him in three years and even his close associates can feel the hostilities in the street and homes, towards him. If the current raging emotions in the land; Nort…

…power supply and he came asking for a second term, Nigerians should not vote for him! Opposition politicians and detractors alike have feasted on that statement. The President tactically alluded to it in his Democracy Day speech thus: "By 2023, when we came on board, the electricity sector was characterised by chronic…