Author: Ismaeel Aleem

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, key stakeholders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Benue State have demanded that the party’s ticket for the Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency popularly known as Enone be zoned to Okpokwu Local Government Area. The demand was articulated during a well-attended stakeholders’ meeting held yesterday in Eke, Edumoga District. Participants included all ward chairmen, the party secretary from Edumoga, and women and youth leaders from across the wards. Read the related story on New Daily Prime:Lagos APC rebuffs ADC criticism of Tinubu’s Europe trip Stakeholders argued that the three local government areas Ado, Okpokwu, and…

A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Chukwuemeka Eze, has urged the National Assembly to commence immediate impeachment proceedings against President Bola Tinubu amid allegations of tampering with the recently enacted Tax Reform Bills. The controversy stems from claims that the gazetted versions of the four tax laws signed by President Tinubu on 26 June 2025 contain provisions not debated or approved by lawmakers. Read the related story on New Daily Prime:ADC calls for suspension of new tax laws over alleged post-approval alterations The reforms, aimed at broadening Nigeria’s tax base, streamlining administration, boosting revenue, and reducing…

The Kebbi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended the Chairman of Birnin Kebbi Local Government Area, Alhaji Dahiru Ambursa, with immediate effect, citing alleged misconduct. The suspension was announced in a letter dated 29 December 2025, signed by the Kebbi Central Zonal Vice Chairman, Abubakar Bello. Read the related story on New Daily Prime:Lagos APC rebuffs ADC criticism of Tinubu’s Europe trip According to the letter, the decision followed “credible reports and findings” alleging misuse of office and engagement in activities that “undermine, ridicule, embarrass, and disunite the party.” The APC stated that such conduct is…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has sharply criticised Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, accusing him of anti-party activities after he reportedly declared himself the “number one supporter” of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presumptive presidential candidate for the 2027 election. In a press statement issued on Monday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong, the PDP described Wike’s remarks during his end-of-year media chat in Port Harcourt as confirming the grounds for his earlier expulsion from the party. Read the related story on New Daily Prime:Wike dismisses 2027 presidential ambition, says it would be…

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has rebuked the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for criticising President Bola Tinubu’s recent trip to Europe, insisting that “Nigeria is not governed from a village square.” In a statement issued on Monday by the party’s spokesman, Seye Oladejo, the APC described the ADC’s remarks as predictable “noise, misinformation, and pedestrian politics.” Read the related story on New Daily Prime:Lagos APC condemns Okonkwo’s remarks on Tinubu, military rule as ‘reckless’ The response follows criticism from ADC national publicity secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, who on Sunday labelled the President’s departure for Europe as…

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has revealed that he is actively learning the art of politics from President Bola Tinubu, whom he described as Nigeria’s finest politician. Yilwatda made the remarks on yesterday in Plateau State shortly after he was honoured with the traditional title of “Kaeh-rit” – meaning “the good seed of Ampang East” by his community. Speaking to journalists, the APC chairman expressed deep admiration for the President. “I’m learning from the best leader, Asiwaju Tinubu. Mr President is one of the best politicians you can learn from, and since adopting me…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has declared itself fully united, thoroughly prepared, and poised for a resounding victory in the Area Council elections scheduled for 21 February 2026. Read the related story on New Daily Prime:PDP slams FG over communication on US airstrike against ISIS In a press statement issued on Sunday by the FCT Publicity Secretary, Josephine Itoyah-Splendor, the party described itself as “a beacon of unity, strength, and preparedness,” emphasising its determination not merely to contest but to triumph decisively. The PDP announced that its candidates for the chairmanship and councillorship positions…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Osun State governorship election scheduled for 8 August 2026, Bola Oyebamiji has boldly proclaimed himself the frontrunner, asserting that he faces no real competition. Speaking at the Ansar-Ud-Deen Society’s annual prayer event in Ikire on Saturday, the former Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) and ex-Osun Commissioner for Finance expressed unwavering confidence in his victory. Read the related story on New Daily Prime:Osun: Bola Oyebamiji becomes APC gov candidate, promises better living standards “I have said it on several occasions that I, Bola Oyebamiji, don’t have a competitor,” he…

The Kaduna State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged the public and party members to be wary of individuals falsely presenting themselves as the party’s legitimate leaders. In a statement released in Kaduna on Saturday, the chapter denounced what it termed an “illegal and misleading” inauguration of state executives, insisting that no such event had been authorised by the recognised leadership. Read the related story on New Daily Prime:Fubara’s defection shows indecisiveness – ADC The party specifically highlighted the role of Tijani Ahmed, a former vice chairman (also referred to as deputy chairman in prior reports), who…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC), a prominent Nigerian opposition party, has issued a scathing statement criticising the United States airstrikes conducted on Christmas Day in Sokoto State, describing the operation as a stark illustration of President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s “historic incompetence” in addressing the country’s protracted security challenges. In a detailed press release signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC acknowledged the severe threat posed by terrorism in Nigeria and reaffirmed its support for any lawful measures to protect citizens and restore stability. Read the related story on New Daily Prime: PDP slams FG over…