Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Politics

June 16, 2026

Oluwo of Iwo warns politicians against politicising kidnapping, terrorism

The Oluwo of Iwoland in Osun, Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has cautioned politicians against politicising insecurity in Nigeria.

Oluwo of Iwo land, Abdulrasheed Akanbi,
June 16, 2026

SDP presidential candidate decries de-registration of political parties

Mr Adebayo, in a statement on Tuesday, said there was no constitutional or legal basis for restricting political parties’ activities through administrative or judicial action.

Adewole Adebayo
June 16, 2026

Obi slams judge, demands reversal of order to de-register ADC, other parties

“We must never sacrifice our sacred institutions on the altar of politics. Nations rise when institutions are stronger than individuals,” said Mr Obi.

Peter Obi and Justice Peter Lifu
June 16, 2026

Court de-registering ADC, APP, ZLP invitation to anarchy in Nigeria: Ugochinyere

Addressing journalists in Abuja on Monday, Mr Ugochinyere described the decision as an “invitation to anarchy” and a threat to Nigeria’s democratic order.

Ikenga Ugochinyere
June 15, 2026

‘You are playing with fire’, ADC warns Tinubu, APC over questionable judgment on deregistration

The ADC considers this development not merely a legal dispute, but a dangerous escalation capable of destabilising the nation’s democratic process.

African Democratic Party (ADC)
June 15, 2026

2027: ADC picks Amaechi as Atiku’s running mate

He said Messrs Abubakar and Amaechi represent a truly national team that bridges regions, generations and political traditions.

ADC picks Amaechi as Atiku’s running mate
June 15, 2026

Governor Adeleke warns corps members ahead of Osun governorship election

“I implore you to shun all forms of undue influence and uphold the ideals and regulations of both the NYSC scheme and the Independent National Electoral Commission,” he said.

Governor Ademola Adeleke
June 15, 2026

Kogi’s forest will be reclaimed from kidnappers, terrorists: Gov Ododo

Mr Ododo made the declaration during a visit to the training camp for newly recruited forest guard trainees in Lokoja on Sunday.

Gov Ododo of Kogi state
June 14, 2026

PDP inaugurates new exco in Sokoto

Leader of the delegation, Abubakar Bawa-Kalgo, described the exercise as transparent, credible and in accordance with the party’s constitution.

PDP
June 14, 2026

PRP chairman Hakeem Baba-Ahmed urges INEC reform ahead of 2027 elections

He also called for tougher sanctions against politicians and individuals who engage in electoral malpractices and violence.

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed