Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has declared that no opposition candidate can defeat him in the forthcoming 2026 governorship election, citing his administration’s achievements, popularity, and the unity within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state. Speaking before the PDP Governorship Screening Committee in Abuja on Thursday evening, Adeleke expressed confidence that his record in office had earned him the trust and support of Osun residents ahead of his…

The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has filed a lawsuit at the Federal High Court in Abuja against the State House of Assembly, the Speaker, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun and others, claiming there is a conspiracy to remove him from office. In the originating summons filed by his lawyer, Reuben Egwuaba, Ewhrudjakpo alleged that members of the state House of Assembly are being pressured…

Leaders and stakeholders of the Ughelli North, Ughelli South, and Udu Federal Constituency Forum (U3) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have declared their full support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, endorsing them as the party’s sole candidates for the 2027 general elections. The endorsement took place on Sunday during a well-attended meeting of the forum held in Ovwian, Udu Local Government Area,…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Youths Council in Taraba State has firmly rejected reports of Governor Agbu Kefas’ alleged defection to the ruling party, describing the move as unacceptable and inconsistent with the party’s core values and progressive ideology. In a statement issued on Thursday in Jalingo, the council revealed that youth leaders from across the state had convened and unanimously passed a vote of no confidence on the governor.…

State chairmen of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) have called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Nigeria Police, and other relevant authorities to launch an investigation into the expelled national chairman, Shehu Gabam, and other former party officials over alleged financial misconduct. Chairman of the Forum of SDP State Chairmen and Lagos State Chapter Chairman, Femi Olaniyi, made the call while briefing journalists in Abuja on Wednesday.…

A major political realignment appears to be unfolding in Cross River North as Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe and other key stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) move closer to joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The senator, who represents Cross River North in the National Assembly, reportedly met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa to formally announce his decision to defect to the APC.…

Governors, traditional rulers, ministers, and key stakeholders from the Southwest region convened in Akure, Ondo State, on Wednesday for a decisive dialogue aimed at strengthening devolution of powers and fostering renewed regional cooperation towards achieving true federalism. The meeting, hosted by Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and tagged the Southwest Leaders’ Dialogue, operated under the theme, “Strengthening Democracy Through Dialogue: Assessing Progress, Charting the Future.” Aiyedatiwa urged political leaders to…

The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nasarawa State, Mr Adamu Ninga, has expressed confidence that the party will emerge stronger and more united after its forthcoming national convention. The PDP has fixed its national convention for 15–16 November in Ibadan, Oyo State, where delegates will elect new national officers and strategise for the 2027 general elections. Speaking with journalists in Lafia on Wednesday after an expanded meeting…

Abdullahi reiterated the ADC’s dedication to fairness and justice, pledging to tackle genuine concerns.

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has reassured residents across the state’s three senatorial districts that no community will be overlooked in the administration’s ongoing infrastructure development agenda. According to a statement released by the governor’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade, the government is currently executing projects simultaneously on four major highways in the busy Ifo, Sango Ota, and Idiroko corridors. Akinmade addressed concerns regarding alleged neglect…

Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has presented a ₦780.59 billion appropriation bill for the 2026 fiscal year to the state House of Assembly, labeling it the “Budget of Inclusive Growth.” Otu stated that the proposal is designed to solidify the achievements of his administration’s “people first” agenda, emphasising that the annual budget serves as a crucial “social contract” with the citizens. He noted that the 2026 plan was…

Human rights activist and public commentator, Mahdi Shehu, has cautioned that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) risks suffering the same political downfall that ended the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) 16-year dominance in Nigeria. In a post shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday morning, Shehu accused the APC of displaying arrogance and injustice, warning that “power built on oppression cannot endure.” “Whatever goes up must surely…