…deputy, Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso and other opposition leaders to unite ahead of the 2027 elections after the court ruling. He argued that opposition parties still had time to work together before the next presidential election and specifically mentioned Obi, Kwankwaso and other opposition leaders as potential partner…

…linked to dissatisfaction over his inability to secure a senatorial ticket ahead of the 2027 elections. "Is it the roads Governor Hyacinth Alia has constructed in Makurdi that earned him the label of a 'terrorist' in Jime's estimation, or is Jime simply piqued by his inability to secure a senatorial ticket ahead of the…

…backing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf ahead of the 2027 elections. "Any appointments, designations, announcements or authorisations issued by Mr Bin Usman Rano are strictly related to the affairs of the support group and have no connection whatsoever with the Office of the Honourable Ministe…

…our position. The evidence we present will determine whether INEC is prepared for the 2027 elections. "In light of these irregularities, I unequivocally reject this undemocratic electoral process and call for the outright cancellation of the election, pending the presentation of our evidence," he said. INEC declares En…

…Commissioner, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, described the exercise as a “testing ground” for the 2027 elections, noting that lessons from the poll would help improve future electoral processes. Rivers State In Rivers State, the PDP retained the Rivers South-East Senatorial District seat as former senator, Olaka Nwogu, emerged vict…

…our position. The evidence we present will determine whether INEC is prepared for the 2027 elections. "In light of these irregularities, I unequivocally reject this undemocratic electoral process and call for the outright cancellation of the election, pending the presentation of our evidence", he said.

…were on top of their game. Everything went very well. "This is an indication of what the 2027 elections will look like going forward, and we are excited about the future of our polity and Nigeria." The Ogun governor also commended security agencies for maintaining peace throughout the election, noting that there were n…

…return of democracy in 1999. As the politicians mount the podium once again ahead of the 2027 elections, Nigerians are set to have the same conversations again, especially with similar candidates and faces as they had in 2023, seeking their votes once more.

…about the independence of the judiciary, the shrinking political space ahead of the 2027 elections, the powers of INEC, and whether Nigeria's electoral laws are gradually making it harder for smaller political parties to survive. For many stakeholders, the controversy is no longer simply about five political parties. I…

…emerge," he said. He warned that amending the electoral law before the conclusion of the 2027 elections would amount to "changing the rules in the middle of a game," stressing that predictability and consistency remain critical to the credibility of the democratic process. As voting continued across the state, Bamidele…

…to defend the party's decision and work towards ensuring a successful outing in the 2027 elections. The rally featured colourful displays of banners, placards and campaign materials as enthusiastic supporters reiterated their commitment to the Accord Party and the presidential ambition of Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim. Par…

…taken to strengthen unity within the Labour Party and improve its chances ahead of the 2027 elections. The LP flagbearer for Owerri Federal Constituency election noted that internal cohesion remains critical to the party's progress, adding that collaboration among members is essential for electoral success and effectiv…