…National Electoral Commission timetable to yield their presidential tickets to candidates from the South-East. Drawing parallels to the post-June 12, 1993 political consensus that saw major parties zone presidential tickets to the South-West to assuage regional grievances, Ndu argued that the South-East deserves simila…

…group, the decision followed consultations with campus stakeholders and was based on the candidates’ track record and capacity to build on existing development. “We believe Senator Yayi has the legislative experience, political exposure and understanding of governance necessary to consolidate the achievements of the pr…

…of the party. PUNCH Online reports that some aspirants had protested the emergence of candidates at the party’s primaries for various elective positions ahead of the 2027 elections. The development led to the inauguration of reconciliation committees, including the House of Assembly Reconciliation Committee. Adisa said…

…Party and Peoples Redemption Party confirmed attendance, bringing their presidential candidates and national leadershipThe Peoples Democratic Party rejected the summit entirely, saying any opposition talks held without it are 'dead on arrival'PAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appe…

…violence has continued despite repeated peace accords signed by political parties and candidates, with no fewer than 870 people reportedly killed in election-related violence since the National Peace Committee began its intervention in 2015. The figure has renewed concerns over the effectiveness of the peace agreements…

…(SDP) has expressed satisfaction with the list of its governorship and State Assembly candidates published by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Reacting to the list during an interview with the Nigerian Tribune in Abuja on Sunday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Araba Rufus Ayenigba, said…

…during the period that lawmakers from Osun would support the President’s preferred candidates, despite indications that some members of his political group were backing Senator Abdulaziz Yari. He said he contacted the lawmakers and persuaded them to align with the President’s position, adding that the three senators fr…

…has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of allegedly removing candidates nominated by the party for the 2027 general elections and replacing them with individuals it described as “strange names” unknown to the party. The NDC National Chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas Zuwoghe, made the allegation…

…under the ADC in the 2027 general elections. The publication of the governorship candidates was made in accordance with Section 29(3) of the 2026 Electoral Act. Supporters of Shinkafi described the confirmation of his candidacy by INEC as a milestone towards the ADC’s victory in the state. According to the Zamfara-base…

…The DSS is also said to have directed its legal team to review similar cases involving candidates contesting other elective positions. The agency had previously maintained that the Sowore case was intended to obtain a judicial interpretation on the propriety of describing President Tinubu or any other individual as a “…

…must never become instruments for settling political scores, intimidating opposition candidates or suppressing dissent. “The AAC remains firmly committed to defending freedom of expression, democratic participation and the right of every Nigerian to criticise those who exercise public power. The purported suspension of…

…Political Parties, the G100 has called on all opposition parties, their leaders, candidates and members to approach Monday’s gathering with one fundamental understanding: “we are stronger together than we are apart.” In a statement signed by its convener, Salihu Moh. Lukman, the G100 said the summit scheduled for Monda…

…of public interest. Meanwhile, INEC has released the names and details of governorship candidates and their running mates for the 2027 elections. These and many top stories dominate today’s headlines for readers’ perusal. 1. Four reasons US shouldn’t release my FBI records –Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has given the Un…

…the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Seriake Dickson on Saturday met with the party’s candidates and stakeholders in Imo State. In a statement posted on his verified X handle on Saturday, Dickson described the meeting as “very fruitful.” He urged them to build on the first meeting and hold subsequent meetings to achie…

…Redemption Party, PRP; and Social Democratic Party, SDP.Also expected are presidential candidates and running mates of the participating political parties; G-100 signatories and members of the Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives.The G-100 said the gathering followed its publication, on August 2, of the ‘Doc…

Three aggrieved candidates of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Kebbi State have denied allegations that they are being sponsored to undermine the party’s governorship candidate, Abubakar Malami. The candidates, Abubakar Sadiq Sa’adu Fakai, Muhammad Umar and Nafiu Bello Shuwa, are challenging in court their alle…

…payment on phones and gadgets. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has given candidates a final chance to accept or reject outstanding admission offers from 2021 to 2026, extending the deadline to September 30. Police have rescued two Colombian women allegedly lured to Nigeria and held captive by a human traff…

…the party’s structures and work towards securing victories for Tinubu and other APC candidates in Osun State. Oyebamiji also commended APC members for their resilience and commitment, adding that the party would continue to pursue its vision of a greater Osun where resources are equitably deployed, opportunities are ac…

…Sijuola, has raised an alarm over the destruction of some billboards belonging to APC candidates in the state ahead of the 2027 general elections. Sijuola, who is one of the aspirants in the recent primary election in Akinyele State Constituency 2 on the platform of APC, alleged that the billboards were destroyed by po…

…political representatives while deliberately casting their votes for their preferred candidates. In certain polling units, determined groups actively chased away those attempting to buy votes. Additionally, the high voter turnout played a crucial role in thwarting electoral fraud. Osun recorded an impressive turnout of…

…confidence in his principal. Read Also: 2027 Campaign: What we want to hear from candidates – Stakeholders The former Zamfara governor was, perhaps inadvertently, opening an early front in the battle over who gets to define the political mood ahead of the 2027 elections. Ordinarily, a campaign official declaring that a…

…of President Bola Tinubu, Lagos governorship candidate Obafemi Hamzat and other APC candidates in the 2027 elections. Addressing the gathering, Adebule commended the turnout of party leaders and stakeholders, describing it as a demonstration of the strength and commitment of the APC in Lagos West. She urged members to…

…Saturday publish personal particulars of governorship and State Houses of Assembly candidates ahead of the 2027 general election. The post INEC publishes particulars of gov’ship, state Houses of Assembly candidates tomorrow appeared first on Tribune Online.

…Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, on Thursday urged Nigerians to vote for political parties and their candidates in the 2027 general elections based on their actions and past records rather than rhetoric and campaign promises. Hon. Tajudeen gave the charge while delivering a goodwill message at the maiden graduation ceremony […] Th…

…He also called on voters in Ondo Central to support Tinubu, himself and other APC candidates in the 2027 elections, saying continuity was needed to consolidate the administration’s reforms and projects.