The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned the President Bola Tinubu administration’s recent celebration of Nigeria’s rebased Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The party labelled the celebration as a deceptive public relations exercise that masks underlying economic hardship. In a statement by Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, dismissed the fanfare surrounding the new GDP figures as mere ‘economic cosmetics.’ READ ALSO: Ortom dismisses ADC coalition, says He’s staying in PDP…

Former Governor of Jigawa State, Alhaji Sule Lamido, has alleged that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is systematically dismantling Nigeria’s democracy through what he described as “imperial acts” aimed at coercing the opposition into submission. Speaking to journalists in his Kano office on Tuesday, Lamido claimed that the Federal Government and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) are weaponising state institutions to intimidate political opponents, forcing them to join the ruling…

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected any attempt by Governor Ademola Adeleke to defect to the party, branding him a political liability whose presence would undermine the integrity of the party. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday by the state party’s Chairman, Tajudeen Lawal, in reaction to a communiqué released by the state’s Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Leadership Caucus. The communiqué,…

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, the former vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, has stated that he might consider running for president in 2027—but only under specific circumstances. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme on Tuesday, Baba-Ahmed clarified that personal ambition was not his motivation, and that his potential candidacy would only emerge if two prominent figures, including Peter Obi, choose not to run. “Look at…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has stated categorically that ongoing coalition negotiations are not centred on any specific presidential aspirant, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar or former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi. Rather, the talks are focused on forming a robust and inclusive alliance aimed at repositioning Nigeria’s political future. Speaking in an exclusive interview on Tuesday, the ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, dismissed widespread speculation that the…

President Bola Tinubu has urged the Super Falcons to go all the way and clinch the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) trophy. He made this call in a post on his X page following Nigeria’s 2-1 victory over South Africa’s Banyana Banyana in the semi-final clash. While congratulating the team, Tinubu described their win as well deserved, commending the players for their resilience and outstanding performance. READ ALSO: Nigeria,…

By Helen Okechukwu and Fatimah Idera Ever since the emergence of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the forthcoming 2027 general election, the political space has witnessed a series of mass defections from key political actors, particularly from members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP). The defection of prominent figures such as Atiku Abubakar, Dele Momodu of the PDP, and…

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has thrown his weight behind Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State over the controversy trailing the 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Peter Obi’s recent visit to Benin City. Speaking at the commissioning of the new Edo Line transport terminal on Tuesday, Wike accused Obi of politicising a matter that should have been handled with discretion. He urged the former Anambra governor to stop “playing to…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the warning issued by Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, to Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that Okpebholo insisted that Obi must obtain security clearance before entering the state. READ ALSO: “Deaths followed your visit” – Okpebholo tells Obi to stay away from Edo without clearance Reacting to the development, Atiku, who recently announced his resignation from the…

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has disclosed that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state has endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s bid for a second term. In a statement shared on his X page on Tuesday, Adeleke said the endorsement followed a meeting with the PDP Leadership Caucus in Osogbo. He added that the decision came after weeks of consultations with various stakeholders across the state, including traditional rulers,…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the convening of its 101st National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, set to take place over three days from Wednesday, 23rd July to Friday, 25th July 2025 at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja. The announcement was made public through an official statement posted on the party’s verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba. The statement…

Senator Babajide Omoworare, a former Senior Special Assistant to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari on National Assembly Matters, has officially declared his ambition to contest the 2026 governorship election in Osun State under the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during a meeting with APC State Chairman, Tajudeen Lawal, and other party stakeholders, Omoworare unveiled his manifesto and vowed to lead the party back to power. The former federal lawmaker expressed strong confidence…