Politics

Dumebi Kachikwu, the 2023 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has publicly dismissed attempts by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and his allies to dominate the party’s leadership, declaring the move a calculated and undemocratic takeover. Speaking in Abuja, Kachikwu characterized the recent appointment of former Senate President David Mark as interim ADC

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has expressed confidence that he can defeat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election if given the ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Amaechi, a former governor of Rivers State and two-time Director-General of the Buhari Campaign Organisation, said his political experience, deep knowledge of Nigeria’s

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approach to governance has drawn growing criticism from political commentators, civil society actors, and concerned citizens who argue that his style is ill-suited for Nigeria’s diverse and complex socio-political landscape. In a heterogeneous society like Nigeria—home to over 250 ethnic groups, multiple religions, and varying political interests—analysts insist that leadership demands

A Comeback in Motion Political insiders have revealed that former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan is preparing to return to Nigeria’s political frontlines by contesting the 2027 presidential election under the banner of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The confirmation came from a close ally speaking anonymously, but firmly indicated a shift in Jonathan’s stance from

Former National Treasurer of the Labour Party, Oluchi Oparah, has stated that the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, did not use party funds for his election campaign. Oparah, who served during the period of the last general election, clarified that Obi personally financed his campaign activities, covering travel, logistics, and other expenses from his

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly criticized the All Progressives Congress (APC) over what it described as “premature and unlawful campaigns” in favor of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a press statement released on Wednesday, the ADC accused the ruling party of exploiting public events and government platforms

Prominent human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has strongly criticized Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over the reported ₦63 billion allocated for the renovation of the Government House in Ibadan. In a statement released on Wednesday, Falana described the project as a “gross misplacement of priority”, especially at a time

Tensions flared on Thursday as the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) engaged in a war of words over recent criticisms targeting top political figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, Labour Party’s Peter Obi, and ex-Minister Rotimi Amaechi. The controversy began after a spokesperson

As political realignments begin ahead of the 2027 general elections, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Malam Sani Lamido, has raised concerns over what he describes as “political sprinting” within the party ranks. Speaking during a strategy session with party stakeholders in Abuja, Lamido noted that many members of the ADC are rushing