The Nigeria Democratic Congress has uploaded the particulars of its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s portal.
A former president of the Nigerian Bar Association, Olisa Agbakoba, has drawn on the Constitution of South Africa to suggest ways to prevent governors from abusing state policing.
Mr Tanko slammed the ruling as a deliberate attempt by the ruling APC to frustrate Mr Obi.
A lawyer, Festus Ogun, claimed President Bola Tinubu wants to run for president in 2027 without strong opposition candidates.
Mr Zuwoghe said the party had been participating in political activities, including fielding candidates for all electoral positions.
The court fixed July 20 for judgment in a suit filed by the NDC seeking an order to strike down Sections 138 and 77(5) of the new Electoral Act, 2026.
Mr Obi noted that democracy should be about protection of fundamental human rights amid
Mr Onanuga dismissed Mr Obi’s call for Tinubu’s resignation as childish talk.
“A new Nigeria must emerge—one where no citizen is condemned because of tribe, religion, or birthplace,” Mr Obi stated.
The figure indicates an 83.83 per cent increase from the first quarter of 2025.
