Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), declaring that he has been part of the coalition from its inception.
Rauf Aregbesola has called on Nigerians to join the African Democratic Congress, asserting that the party will end banditry and insecurity if elected into government.
Oyo State governor Seyi Makinde says his dispute with Nyesom Wike is rooted in concerns over preserving Nigeria’s multi-party democracy.
Nyesom Wike has dismissed claims that Nigeria’s democracy is under threat, criticising PDP chairman Taminu Turaki for calling on President Trump and foreign leaders to intervene.
The APC has condemned PDP factional chairman Tanimu Turaki for calling on foreign powers to intervene in Nigeria, describing his appeal as reckless, unpatriotic, and a dangerous threat to national security and sovereignty.
Heavy security was deployed to the PDP headquarters in Abuja as rival factions loyal to Nyesom Wike and Seyi Makinde scheduled parallel meetings at the same venue.
Ahmed Makarfi has resigned as PDP Board of Trustees secretary following the election of a national chairman from the same geopolitical zone, citing adherence to party zoning principles.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) inaugurated its new national secretariat in Abuja—a building formerly used as Atiku Abubakar’s presidential campaign office
Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri and Plateau Governor Caleb Muftwang have distanced themselves from the expulsion of Nyesom Wike and Samuel Anyanwu from the PDP, saying they were unaware of the decision until it was formally moved.
Ilefa says a five-million-man rally will showcase Southern Nigeria’s support and encourage President Tinubu to seek a second term in 2027.