Saturday, October 24, 2026

Politics

October 12, 2026

2027: CJN warns judges against favouritism, conflicting rulings in election disputes

Ms Kekere-Ekun warned that forum shopping could undermine orderly judicial process and expose the judiciary to avoidable embarrassment.

Kudirat Kekere-Ekun
October 12, 2026

Wike declares himself ‘commander of field operations’ for Tinubu’s campaign in FCT, Rivers

Mr Wike urged members of the APC and the PDP to work together to secure Mr Tinubu’s re-election.

Bola Tinubu in a jolly mood with Wike.
October 12, 2026

Only one female candidate in Kaduna governorship race

The final list of the 2027 Kaduna governorship election shows only one female candidate among the 16 contestants.

Young Progressives Party
October 12, 2026

Why Nigerians may choose Atiku over Tinubu, Obi in 2027

Mr Abubakar, 78, served as vice-president from 1999 to 2007 and has contested almost every presidential election cycle, losing each time.

Atiku Abubakar
October 12, 2026

APC blasts Atiku for disrespect, says aides call Tinubu by first name

The All Progressives Congress has berated the African Democratic Congress’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, for disrespecting President Bola Tinubu.

TINUBU SPEAKING WITH ATIKU [credit: Thecable.ng]
October 12, 2026

Sokoto govt donates N38 million, grains to families of fallen heroes

The Sokoto government donated N38.25 million and bags of grains to the families of 24 fallen soldiers and 57 injured personnel in recognition of their sacrifices in service.

The Sokoto government donated N38.25 million and bags of grains to the families
October 11, 2026

Sanwo-Olu to inaugurate Tinubu-Hamzat campaign headquarters in Lagos

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State will on Monday inaugurate the PBAT-KOH Lagos Central Campaign Headquarters on Lagos Island.

Babajide Sanwo-Olu
October 11, 2026

2027: I’m not intimidated by Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, says NRM presidential candidate

Ms Okereke expressed confidence in her capacity and the party’s vision to rebuild the country.

The presidential candidate of the National Rescue Movement (NRM), Esther Okereke
October 11, 2026

Ladi Adebutu assures supporters of contesting 2027 election, says APC influenced INEC omission

INEC removed the name of Mr Adebutu from its final list of governorship candidates published on Saturday.

Oladipupo Adebutu
October 11, 2026

2027: 241 candidates to contest 36 positions in Cross River

According to INEC’s final list of candidates, eight candidates are vying for the governorship seat.

Cross River state map