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2027: “Coalition Will Support Any Worthy Candidate” — Amaechi

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Amaechi Dismisses Suggestion To Run As Atiku's VP

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, said yesterday that coalition leaders will fully support the African Democratic Congress’ eventual presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. Amaechi stated this on a day the ADC, said policies being implemented by President Bola Tinubu’s administration have failed to alleviate the sufferings of Nigerians. This is even as former governor of Jigawa State and...

Mayor Lucky Igbokwe Reaffirms Loyalty To PDP Amid Defection Rumors

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Mayor Lucky Igbokwe Reaffirms Loyalty To PDP Amid Defection Rumors

Mayor Lucky Igbokwe, a prominent political figure in Abia State and member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has reaffirmed his allegiance to the party, putting to rest growing speculation about a potential defection. Speaking after a recent meeting with Julius Abure, National Chairman of the Labour Party, and Chinedum Orji, former Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly...

$3B Rail Investment: ‘Thank You For Reconnecting East To National Markets’ – Deputy Speaker, Kalu Lauds Tinubu

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$3B Rail Investment: 'Thank You For Reconnecting East To National Markets' - Deputy Speaker, Kalu Lauds Tinubu

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, CFR, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for approving a $3 billion allocation for the completion of the Eastern Rail Line, describing the move as a historic economic breakthrough for the South East and the country at large. In a statement issued on Thursday and made available...

PDP National Convention Scheduled For November

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PDP National Convention Scheduled For November

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced a new date and venue for its upcoming National Elective Convention, moving it from August to November 2025. PDP National Publicity Secretary Debo Ologunagba made the announcement on Thursday during a press conference in Abuja, following the party’s 101st National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. According to Ologunagba, the convention will now be held in Ibadan,...

‘Integrity, Transparency Must Drive Abia’s Development’ – Sir Udensi Tells Gov. Otti (VIDEO)

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'Integrity, Transparency Must Drive Abia’s Development' - Sir Udensi Tells Gov. Otti (VIDEO)

Renowned security expert and political figure, Sir Chikwe Udensi, has praised Governor Alex Otti of Abia State for his efforts in restoring confidence in governance, particularly through regular salary payments and visible infrastructure projects. However, he also raised concerns about transparency and accountability in the state’s contracting processes. Speaking on ABN TV’s Political Perspective, Sir Udensi noted that Governor Otti...

2027: PDP Zones Presidency To South

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PDP Kebbi Plans To Boycott National Convention

The PDP also announced that its Elective National Convention would now take place in Ibadan, Oyo State; instead of Kano, a decision that may deepen the rift between the camps of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde. The NEC adopted the recommendation to zone the 2027 presidential ticket to the South,...

Atiku Warns Tinubu, APC Against Involvement In Opposition Matters

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Atiku Warns Tinubu, APC Against Involvement In Opposition Matters

Former Vice President and opposition leader Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of interfering in the affairs of opposition parties, rather than addressing Nigeria’s deepening economic and security challenges. In a statement issued by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, Atiku condemned Tinubu’s recent criticism of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) during the...

2027: Orji Kalu’s Legacy Will Speak At The Polls – Cleric Declares

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2027: Abia North Is Not For Sale – Leaders Back Orji Kalu's Return To Senate

An Abia-born cleric, Reverend Chika Ubani, has declared that Senator Orji Uzor Kalu stands a strong chance of emerging victorious in the 2027 general elections, citing his track record, enduring political structures, and widespread popularity. Speaking in Umuahia, Rev. Ubani lauded the former Abia State Governor and current Senator representing Abia North, describing him as a leader whose legacy continues...

Tinubu Slams ADC As Coalition Of Confusion

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Presidential Order On Soaring Drug Prices Not Sufficient

President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, took a swipe at the coalition-backed African Democratic Congress, ADC, describing it as a “coalition of confusion.” Speaking at the 14th meeting of the National Executive Committee, NEC, of the All Progressives Congress, APC, where Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda emerged as the party’s new national chairman, Tinubu said it is not a bad idea to abandon a...

APC Governors Congratulate Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda On Emergence As National Chairman

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APC Governors Congratulate Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda On Emergence As National Chairman

The Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) has congratulated Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda on his unanimous emergence as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the just-concluded National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the party. In a statement issued by the Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, the governors described Yilwatda’s election as...

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