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Whether Tinubu wins or loses in 2027, Yorubas are done for ―Retired Commodore Olawunmi

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Kunle Olawunmi is a retired Naval Commodore, former Deputy Director of Defence Administration at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), and Professor of International Relations, Diplomacy, Strategic Studies. In this interview with PHILIP IBITOYE, he discusses Nigeria’s governance failures, constitutional reform, Yoruba self-determination, the implications of President Bola Tinubu’s administration for the Yoruba people, amongst other issues. […]

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Over 103m Nigerians qualified to vote in 2027 ―INEC

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Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said on Monday that Nigeria’s national voters register had risen to over 103 million following the completion of the three-phase Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise and final biometric cleanup. Prof. Joash Amupitan, the INEC Chairman disclosed this in his keynote address at a one-day strategic workshop for editors, organised by […]

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Moghalu rejects Atiku’s 2027 campaign appointment

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Former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Kingsley Moghalu, has rejected his inclusion in the policy team of the African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, for the 2027 election. In a statement posted on his X handle on Thursday, Moghalu, who was a presidential candidate of the Young Progressives Party in the […]

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Obi, Kwankwaso Movement unveils 59-member campaign council for 2027

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Obi-Kwankwaso Movement, simply known as OK Movement, on Thursday unveiled a 59-member presidential campaign council comprising zonal and state coordinators as well as directors for mobilisation, women’s affairs, strategy, security, legal affairs and other key areas preparatory for the 2027 general elections. As announced in a statement on Thursday, the council has the Director-General of […]

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Nigeria’s DSS suspends Sowore prosecution on cybercrime until after 2027 polls

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Nigeria’s Department of State Services (DSS) has suspended the prosecution of the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, over alleged cyber-bullying until after the 2027 general elections. The DSS has reportedly directed its private counsel, Akinolu Kehinde, to take steps to suspend the case instituted against Sowore. The situation comes nearly […]

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Opposition begins 2027 single-candidate talks, Atiku, Obi absent

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Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar; and that of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, were absent on Monday as opposition parties and presidential candidates opened fresh negotiations in Abuja on the possibility of presenting a single candidate against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 presidential election. Convened […]

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Two African countries to grant Visa-free entry to Nigerians as from 2027

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Holders of Nigerian passport are set to enjoy visa-free access to two more African countries from January 1, 2027, following separate announcements by the governments of Chad and the Republic of the Congo to eliminate entry visa requirements for citizens of all African nations, allowing Nigerians to travel to both destinations without securing visas before […]

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I can withdraw my support for Peter Obi any time on 2027 ―Isaac Fayose

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Ayodele Fayose, former Ekiti State Governor’s younger brother and activist, Isaac Fayose, has reacted to the backlash that followed a viral video showing him praying with Seyi Tinubu, and said he could withdraw his support for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), presidential candidate, Peter Obi, if he chooses. Isaac Fayose, who said this on his […]

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Peter Obi alleges threat to life, says he may be eliminated before 2027 contest

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Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi has alleged that the administration of President Bola Tinubu is deliberately frustrating him, claiming he faces constant intimidation and obstacles in his daily activities. Speaking during an interview with Chude Jideonwo about his political future, Obi said he was more concerned about his safety than whether he […]

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Political Parties, The Courts And The Path To 2027, By Reuben Abati

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As Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 general elections, it is important to remind all the actors involved in this process to act in a responsible manner and not engage in any untidy or sharp practice that may raise doubts or anxiety about the integrity of the elections. An impression that our democracy is under […]

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My choice for the 2027 presidency, By Umar Yakubu

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As the countdown to the 2027 presidential election begins, Nigeria finds itself at a familiar, exhausting crossroads. The same cheap political rhetoric and empty promises are already spinning into motion. Yet, the reality remains stark: Nigeria’s recent headlines on insecurity and economic decline mirror those of a decade ago. Our national debate still focuses heavily […]

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Jonathan 2027: When political ambition becomes a striptease, By Abimbola Adelakun

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A striptease does exactly what its name suggests: it stimulates your emotions through gradual revelation. The dancer stands in front of you, slowly and seductively removing their clothing while some soft, sweet music plays. Now, picture this: the music is tight, the light is dim, the anticipation is building, but this dancer just never reveals […]

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Babachir, Atiku, Tinubu and 2027, By Olusegun Adeniyi

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Born on 29 May 1926, former Senegalese President, Abdoulaye Wade turned 100 last Friday, making him the first West African leader in history to become a centenarian. But the remarkable story of Wade is not just about age. A long-time opposition leader, Wade ran for president four times in a period spanning 22 years, beginning in 1978, before […]

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Court clears Jonathan to contest 2027 presidential election

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Nigeria’s  Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Tuesday declared former President Goodluck Jonathan eligible to participate in the 2027 presidential election. Delivering judgment in a suit filed by a lawyer, Johnmary Jideobi, the presiding judge, Justice Peter Lifu, held that Jonathan could contest the election. Jideobi had approached the court seeking an order restraining […]

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US, EU, others will align with opposition to remove Tinubu in 2027 ―Primate Ayodele

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Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church (IESC), Primate Elijah Ayodele, has revealed that some important members of the international community will not support Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. In a statement signed by Osho Oluwatosin, his media aide, Primate Ayodele made it known that the president has all it takes to defeat the opposition parties, […]

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Three Electoral Assumptions to be Tested in 2027, By Waziri Adio

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In less than eight months, Nigeria will hold another presidential election, likely to be as fiercely contested as the 2023 version, if not more. The final cast of contestants will emerge after the primaries and possible last-minute alliances and some say by the courts. But it is not only the presidential candidates and their permutations […]

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2027: I endorse the NDC’s presidency zoning system ―Kwankwaso says (Full speech)

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MY SPEECH AT THE NDC NATIONAL CONVENTION 09 MAY 2026 FCT, ABUJA Fellow Nigerians, It is with immense pleasure and a deep sense of fulfilment that I address you today on this historic occasion of the National Convention of our great party, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), in Abuja. Since we joined this party, together […]

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Nigeria Democratic Congress zones its presidential ticket for 2027 elections

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It was announced at its national convention on Saturday, that the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has zoned its presidential ticket to Southern Nigeria for a single 4-year term. The motion to zone to the south was moved by the member representing Ogbaru Constituency of Anambra State in the National Assembly, Afam Victor Ogene and was […]

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I’ll consult widely over contesting 2027 presidency ―Goodluck Jonathan

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Goodluck Jonathan, former Nigerian President, has disclosed that contesting Nigeria’s presidency is “not a computer game” as he reacted to calls by youth groups urging him to contest in the 2027 general election. He spoke on Thursday while receiving some youth groups who visited him at his office in Abuja to press him to return […]

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