The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released its timetable for the conduct of its 2026 primary elections, outlining key dates for nomination, screening, primaries and party conventions. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the schedule reflects its commitment to internal democracy and compliance with electoral guidelines. “The...
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APC Criticises Peter Obi After Resignation From ADC
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi following his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC). APC National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka, in a post on X on Sunday, described Obi as a “political rolling stone,” accusing him of moving between parties in search of an easy presidential...
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Obi Quits ADC, Cites Crises, Toxic Politics
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has announced his departure from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing worsening internal crises within the party and broader national challenges. In a statement shared on Sunday on X, Obi said his decision followed deep personal reflection and “silent pains” he had endured while navigating Nigeria’s political environment....
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Our English Is Better Than Theirs- By Monday Ekpe
The other day, President William Ruto of Kenya stood before an audience in faraway Italy and declared: ” Our education is good. Our English is good. We speak some of the best English in the world. If you listen to a Nigerian speaking, you don’t know what they are saying; you need a translator…We have...
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Of Trigger-Happy Badges And Dead Nigerians- By Jonathan Nda-Isaiah
A 28-year-old man named Mene Ogidi sat on the ground in Effurun, Delta state, on April 26, 2026. His hands were tied behind his back with a rope. He was not running. He was not fighting. He was begging.“Officers, abeg, I go tell you everything. Na my friend deceive me. E dey Sapele. I go...
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Dangote Group Denies Rift Claims, Rejects Fabricated Refinery Funding Story
Dangote Group has denied claims that its founder, Aliko Dangote, fell out with Tony Elumelu, chairman of United Bank for Africa, describing the allegations as false and malicious. The rebuttal follows a post on X by a user alleging that Dangote had said he ran out of funds in 2021 while building the Dangote Petroleum...
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Nigerian Army Arrest Influencer, Soldiers Over Alleged Incitement
The Nigerian Army said it has arrested a social media influencer, Justice Mark Chidiebere, along with some personnel over an alleged attempt to incite soldiers and breach military social media policy. Appolonia Anele, acting director of army public relations, in a statement said that Chidiebere, also known as “Justice Crack”, shared complaints by some soldiers...
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ADC Unveils Southwest Leadership
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said it remains a credible alternative to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), pledging to improve living standards and address inequality in Nigeria. Southwest National Vice Chairman of the party, Akinbowale Omole, made the remarks in Ibadan where he unveiled the party’s Southwest leadership structure. Omole said the ADC...
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Bauchi Governor Defects To APM As PDP Crisis Deepens
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the Allied Peoples Movement, citing deepening leadership and legal crises within the opposition party. Mohammed announced his defection on Saturday after what he described as extensive consultations with political stakeholders. He said Thursday’s Supreme Court ruling on the party’s leadership dispute marked...
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Adeboye Says God Has Determined Nigeria’s Next Leader
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Enoch Adeboye, has said Nigeria’s next president ahead of the 2027 general elections has already been determined by God. Speaking at a workers’ meeting at Redemption City along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Saturday, Adeboye said the outcome of the election was beyond human control, stressing...