Makinde says major political defection still ahead
Makinde says Nigerians should focus on ending hunger, not political defections.
The Oyo governor says only economic recovery, not political realignments, will shape 2027 elections.
Political Landscape
Wike’s aide dismisses ‘fake’ report of 2027 presidential ambition
Wike’s aide says claims that PDP leaders want him to contest against Tinubu in 2027 are false, insisting the minister remains loyal to the President “till 2031.”
Tinubu not coercing politicians to defect to APC – NNPP chieftain Aniebonam
NNPP founder Dr. Boniface Aniebonam says recent defections to the APC are voluntary, dismissing claims that President Tinubu is coercing politicians or turning Nigeria into a one-party state.
PDP destroyed itself over ‘Wike’s money,’ says Amadi, hails APC’s structure
Amadi said the PDP collapsed due to its dependence on Wike’s financial power, adding that the APC remains the most organised party despite having a “bad” presidential candidate.
Arewa youths caution Nigerians against joining Sowore’s protest for Nnamdi Kanu
Arewa Youths for Peaceful Coexistence have urged Nigerians to reject Omoyele Sowore’s planned protest for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, calling it a destabilisation plot.
Campaign rallies prioritize music and ‘praise-singing’ over policy
Nigerian political campaigns are increasingly characterized by high-profile musical performances, viral jingles, and praise-singing, a trend that critics argue turns rallies into theatrical spectacles that overshadow serious policy debates and issues of statecraft.
PDP blames ‘greed, selfishness’ for Governors’ defections
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly accused its defecting governors, including the most recent exits of Peter Mbah of Enugu and Douye Diri of Bayelsa, of being motivated by “greed, selfishness, and covetousness,” while insisting the party remains strong and unfazed.
Peter Obi enjoying media spotlight, won’t run in 2027 — LP Secretary Farouk
Labour Party National Secretary Umar Farouk Ibrahim has said Peter Obi will not contest the 2027 presidential election, claiming the former Anambra governor is only enjoying media attention and has rejected the party’s ticket.
PDP convention faces setback as court upholds status quo order
Justice Omotosho has maintained that his order halting the PDP National Convention remains binding. He warned all parties against taking steps that could undermine the court’s authority.
Dele Momodu urges opposition to unite, play “ethnic and religious cards” ahead of 2027 election
Dele Momodu has urged Nigeria’s opposition parties to unite and strategically appeal to ethnic and religious sentiments to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election.