Author: Olóyè Gbenga

Ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Lagos State, Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is showing early signs of internal strain following a wave of coordinated endorsements backing Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat as the preferred successor to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. What initially appeared to be routine political alignment has quickly evolved into a broader debate around internal democracy, candidate imposition, and the future balance of power within the Lagos APC. While party leaders have largely rallied behind Hamzat, some stakeholders are expressing quiet but growing concerns about the process. The succession conversation gained momentum on 27 April 2026, when…

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has disclosed that he will undertake wide consultations regarding possible participation in the 2027 presidential election. Jonathan made the remark on Thursday in Abuja while addressing a group of supporters who marched to his office urging him to contest the next presidential election. Speaking to the supporters, the former president stressed the importance of patriotism, peaceful elections and youth participation in Nigeria’s democratic process. According to him, only patriotic citizens can contribute positively to nation-building, while those who lack commitment to national development could undermine the country’s progress. “It’s only patriotic citizens that build their…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South-West has called on youths across Ondo State to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards following the reopening of the voter registration exercise by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The ruling party said the move was necessary to encourage active youth participation in the democratic process ahead of the 2027 general elections. The APC South-West Youth Leader, Daramola Adesuyi, made the appeal in a statement issued on Thursday. According to Adesuyi, the Permanent Voter Card remains one of the most important requirements for eligible citizens seeking to participate in elections in Nigeria. He explained…

The Accord Party has announced that it will not field a governorship candidate in Abia State during the 2027 elections, declaring its support for Governor Alex Otti ahead of the polls. The decision was disclosed on Wednesday during a visit by the party’s national leadership to Governor Otti at his country home in Nvosi, Isialangwa South Local Government Area. Speaking during the visit, the National Chairman of the Accord Party, Christopher Imumolen, said the governor’s performance in office informed the party’s decision to support his administration and re-election bid. According to Imumolen, opposition parties should not exist solely to criticise…

A United States lawmaker (US), Riley Moore, has called on the administration of President Donald Trump to take what he described as “forceful action” to protect Christians in Nigeria following renewed violence in Plateau State. Moore made the appeal in a statement issued on Thursday while reacting to reports and videos circulating online from Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, where gunmen reportedly attacked mourners during a mass burial on Wednesday. According to reports, several people were feared killed and many others injured after armed assailants opened fire on residents gathered to bury seven victims who had earlier been killed in…

Businessman and politician, Tein Jack-Rich, has cautioned the leadership of the All Progressives Congress against marginalising long-standing members of the party in favour of new entrants. Jack-Rich issued the warning in Abuja while submitting his expression of interest and nomination forms to contest for the Rivers West Senatorial seat on the platform of the All Progressives Congress. In a statement signed on Thursday, the APC chieftain acknowledged that the growing influx of politicians and supporters into the ruling party reflected democratic expansion and strengthened the party’s national influence. However, he stressed that such growth should not come at the expense…

Nigeria’s House of Representatives has criticised the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) over what lawmakers described as weak regulatory oversight, blaming the agency for the persistent poor quality of telecommunications services across the country. The lawmakers warned that the failure to enforce standards has allowed service providers to operate without sufficient accountability, resulting in unreliable connectivity that could endanger lives, particularly during emergencies. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance moved by Ahmadu Jaha, who represents Chibok/Damboa/Gwoza Federal Constituency of Borno State. Presenting the motion, Jaha highlighted the critical role telecommunications play in Nigeria’s economy and…

Prominent activist Aisha Yesufu has resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), as she declared her intention to contest for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections. Aisha Yesufu made the announcement in a statement shared on her X (formerly Twitter) handle on Wednesday, citing a renewed conviction about Nigeria’s political future and her continued support for former presidential candidate Peter Obi. “The next couple of days will define the future of this nation. This deeper understanding is why I resigned from the ADC to join the NDC…

Former Netherlands midfielder Wesley Sneijder has sharply criticised the quality of the UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid, claiming the match should have been cancelled. The encounter, played on Tuesday, was decided by a first-half goal from Bukayo Saka, which proved enough to secure victory for Arsenal in a tightly contested but largely uneventful game. Speaking on Ziggo Sport, Sneijder expressed frustration with what he described as a lack of quality and entertainment in the high-stakes fixture. He argued that the standard of football fell well below expectations for a competition as prestigious as the…

U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that the proposed new ballroom at the White House will cost less than $400 million, attributing the higher figure to a significant expansion of the original design. In a statement shared on his X handle on Wednesday, Trump explained that the project underwent extensive revisions following detailed assessments, resulting in a facility that is both larger and of higher quality than initially planned. “The only reason the cost has changed is that, after deep-rooted studies, it is approximately twice the size, and a far higher quality, than the original proposal,” he said. According to…