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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has warned President Bola Tinubu to brace for a possible electoral defeat in 2027, citing worsening economic hardship and declining public confidence in his administration. In a statement released on Friday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the opposition party argued that the President appeared increasingly disconnected from the realities facing ordinary Nigerians. According to the ADC, rising poverty, insecurity and frustration have eroded trust in the government’s policies. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news The party’s remarks came in response to comments made by President Tinubu following criticism from prominent political…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders ahead of the June 20 governorship election in Ekiti State, urging political actors and security agencies to work together to ensure a free, fair, and credible poll. The Resident Electoral Commissioner in Ekiti State, Bunmi Omoseyindemi, made the appeal on Thursday in Ado Ekiti during an Election Risk Management (ERM) sensitisation workshop organised for key stakeholders. Omoseyindemi said INEC remains fully committed to delivering an inclusive and peaceful election, stressing that the success of any electoral process depends largely on cooperation, understanding, and responsibility among all participants.…

The Presidency has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his comments on Nigeria’s North-South power rotation arrangement, insisting that President Bola Tinubu must be allowed to complete two terms in office in line with the country’s informal zoning understanding. For more updates on party developments, follow the latest APC news in Nigeria. In a statement posted on X on Thursday, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, accused Atiku of promoting what he described as a “self-serving argument” aimed at undermining Nigeria’s long-standing political balance between the North and South. Onanuga argued that Atiku’s recent position contradicted his…

World Athletics has rejected an application by Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili to switch her international allegiance to Turkey, dealing a significant blow to her hopes of competing under a new flag at future global competitions, including the 2028 Olympic Games. The decision was confirmed on Thursday following a review by the World Athletics Nationality Review Panel, which assessed the request submitted by the Türkiye Athletics Federation. In its ruling, the panel stated that the application to transfer allegiance from Nigeria to Turkey could not be approved after careful consideration of the circumstances surrounding the request. “The Application by the TAF…

Nigerian comedian Okey Bakassi has announced a ₦5 million reward for information leading to the recovery of stolen mobile phones and the arrest of a suspected thief who allegedly infiltrated a private football session in Ikoyi, Lagos. Bakassi made the disclosure in a video posted on Instagram on Thursday, where he recounted how an unidentified man joined a weekly football gathering on Wednesday evening and later disappeared with several participants’ phones. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news According to him, the suspect was welcomed into the game out of goodwill, but later exploited the opportunity to carry out…

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed why his team remains the only Premier League side still competing in this season’s UEFA Champions League, attributing their progress to resilience amid a punishing fixture schedule. The Gunners secured their place in the semi-finals following a goalless draw against Sporting CP at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday evening. The result ensured Arsenal advanced to the final four, where they are set to face Atlético Madrid in what promises to be a fiercely contested tie. Despite the achievement, the performance itself left room for criticism, with Arsenal failing to produce their usual attacking sharpness.…

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has stated that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, is at liberty to join the ruling party if he so chooses. Yilwatda made the remarks during a media chat on Wednesday night, emphasising that membership of the APC is entirely voluntary and not imposed on individuals. “If he wants to join the APC, he is free to do so. We don’t compel people to join APC. People willingly join APC,” he said. His comments come amid ongoing political speculation surrounding Wike’s relationship with the ruling…

The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru, has urged opposition parties in Nigeria to stop blaming the ruling party for their internal challenges, insisting that political organisations must take responsibility for managing their own affairs. For more updates on party developments, follow the latest APC news in Nigeria. Basiru made the remarks during a media chat on Wednesday, where he addressed growing allegations that the APC interferes in the activities of opposition parties. He dismissed such claims, stating that there is no credible evidence linking the ruling party to the internal crises currently affecting opposition groups.…

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has strongly criticised President Bola Tinubu and his administration, accusing the government of steering Nigeria towards what he described as an “inglorious path”. In a statement made available to the media, Eze expressed disappointment that the current leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) was taking the country in a direction contrary to the sacrifices made by those who helped bring the party to power in 2015. He alleged that there were coordinated attempts by the Tinubu administration to interfere in the activities of opposition political parties,…

United States President Donald Trump has said that China has agreed not to supply weapons to Iran, adding that he received personal assurances from Chinese President Xi Jinping during recent diplomatic exchanges. In a post shared on his Truth Social platform on Wednesday, Trump said Beijing had committed to refraining from sending arms to Tehran. He also suggested that Xi would welcome him warmly during an upcoming visit scheduled for 14–15 May in Beijing. “They have agreed not to send weapons to Iran. President Xi will give me a big, fat, hug when I get there in a few weeks,”…