Thursday, August 6, 2026

Politics

August 2, 2026

Elect credible leaders in 2027, Lagos NDC governorship candidate tells voters

“I urge every eligible voter to look beyond temporary inducements and cast their votes for candidates with integrity, competence and genuine commitment to public service,” he said.

Funsho Doherty
August 2, 2026

Osun Poll: No politician needs bloodshed to win election, says Afenifere chieftain

“Elections will come and go, but lives lost cannot be restored,” Mr Wellington said.

Osun State Map
August 2, 2026

SDP women laud INEC recognition of Adewole Adebayo as presidential candidate

The SDP Women Parliament said the development reinforced the party’s readiness to provide Nigerians with a credible alternative in the forthcoming election.

Social Democratic Party (SDP)
August 2, 2026

2027: NDC youths endorse Ohaa for Enugu governorship race

He called on members to unite behind all candidates fielded by the party.

Nigeria Democratic Congress
August 1, 2026

2027: INEC publishes Tinubu, Atiku, Obi’s credentials

The documents, displayed in Form EC9 at INEC offices nationwide, contained the candidates’ educational qualifications, work history, and affidavits, among others.

Abubakar Atiku, Bola Tinubu, Peter Obi
August 1, 2026

Osun Poll: AAC condemns debate boycott by APC, Accord, ADC candidates 

Mr Esan said the refusal showed the candidates’ unwillingness to subject themselves to public scrutiny.

African Action Congress AAC
August 1, 2026

Osun IPAC rejects caretaker committee, demands fresh election

Members of the council said the IPAC national body constituted a caretaker committee without consulting stakeholders.

Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC)
August 1, 2026

INEC conducts mock accreditation ahead of Osun governorship poll

Mr Amupitan expressed satisfaction with the performance of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS).

INEC Photo (Credit: Punch Newspapers)
July 31, 2026

2027: INEC commences display of presidential, NASS candidates’ particulars in Lagos

INEC said the exercise was in line with the provisions of Section 29 of the Electoral Act, 2022.

INEC Photo (Credit: Punch Newspapers)
July 31, 2026

2027: Turaki-led PDP faction submits Jonathan’s name to INEC

Mr Ememobong said the names of Mr Jonathan, its presidential candidate, and other flag bearers were submitted manually because the faction could not access INEC’s digital portal.

Goodluck Jonathan