The All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared that it will not grant automatic tickets to its members in the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections, putting to rest growing speculation about special privileges for first-term lawmakers and recent defectors. This position was made clear by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Barrister Felix Morka, who described reports suggesting the APC had promised automatic re-nomination as “fake news” and without…

Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for his decisive and timely intervention in the state’s political crisis. He stated that the president’s involvement prevented a complete breakdown of governance. Speaking yesterday in Port Harcourt during a meeting with stakeholders and leaders of the Simplified Movement to mark his second year in office, Fubara disclosed that efforts were already underway to restore normalcy across the executive…

Fellow Nigerians, as we mark the second anniversary of our administration, I salute your resilience and undaunting spirit. Two years ago, you entrusted me with the sacred responsibility to lead our nation at a time of historic challenges. Together, we have faced these headwinds with courage and determination. The economic and general situation of the country I inherited required that we redirect the country’s affairs with a bold and new…

Abuja, Nigeria — National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Governor of Kano State, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has asserted that Nigeria’s future hinges on the strength, stability, and progressive ideals of the ruling party. Speaking during the APC National Summit held Thursday at the Presidential Villa’s Banquet Hall in Abuja, Ganduje reaffirmed the party’s commitment to national unity, grassroots engagement, and sustainable governance. Delivering a keynote…

Some reputable women in Rivers state have reiterated their support for the embattled Governor of Rivers state, Siminalayi Fubara. According to them, they want the federal government to reinstate the governor as soon as possible. However, there has been allegations that the governor could join the APC in order to get reinstated. Ever since the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, there have been mixed reactions between…

In Nigeria, the idea of political coalitions has never been taken lightly by key figures advocating their necessity. Rather than diminishing, the coalition movement continues to grow stronger by the day, even amid high-profile defections. Instead of weakening alliances or dampening the resolve of their proponents, defections often le ad to renewed strategic engagement, tighter coordination, and fresh alignments that strengthen the resilience and influence of these coalitions. Before Nigeria’s return…

By Friday Omasola, Helen Okechukwu and Fatimah Idera  Political Analysts have said Nigeria is not sinking towards one-party system. According to them, politicians who are defeated are defecting to All Progressives Congress for opportunity. This followed the recent defections from key opposition parties, such as the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC. Over recent months, governors and senators from the PDP had defected to APC. This raised the alarm…

A deep political rift has emerged within the El-Rufai family as Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, the first son of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, publicly declared his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second-term bid—openly defying his father’s recent departure from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).Bello El-Rufai, who currently serves as a member of the House of Representatives for Kaduna North Federal Constituency, attended the APC National Summit in…

The Federal Government (FG) has declared that switching allegiance to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) will not shield political office holders, including governors, from prosecution for alleged corruption. This position was made clear by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi in response to allegations raised by Paul Ibe, spokesperson to former Vice President and PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. READ ALSO: Tinubu mocks critics, says…

President Bola Tinubu has said Nigeria is not drifting towards a one-party system. Speaking at the APC Renewed Hope Agenda Summit held at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, he said the All Progressives Congress (APC) is gaining widespread support due to its achievements since assuming office nearly two years ago. Tinubu told party leaders, governors, and lawmakers that the country remains a multi-party democracy, but only one party…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has dismissed growing concerns from the opposition that Nigeria is drifting toward a one-party state under his leadership, stating that political affiliation remains a matter of free will in a constitutional democracy. Speaking during the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Summit held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, President Tinubu taunted critics who accuse his administration of consolidating power unfairly, noting that the mass defections to…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially pegged the cost of nomination and expression of interest forms for aspirants seeking to contest chairmanship positions in the 2026 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections at a total of ₦20 million. The announcement was made public on Tuesday via a statement shared on the party’s verified X (formerly Twitter) account and signed by its National Organising Secretary, Sulaiman Argungu. The statement…