‘Jonathan, Atiku, Obi doing Tinubu’s campaign work for him’
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is entering the 2027 presidential race as the clear frontrunner, not necessarily because of widespread popularity, but because his opponents remain divided, according to a new forecast by political consulting and data analysis firm CellHub. The firm projects the president as the favourite to secure a […]
Itsekiri rights non-negotiable, Odokun Youth Council warns over INEC exercise
Odokun Youth Council has said it would not accept any attempt by external forces to compromise the Itsekiri rights. The group, which said this due to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, delineation exercise, demanded an investigation into the delineation process. Addressing newsmen, the group’s representative, Emiko Odin-Etuwewe, said: “We demand a thorough investigation and […]
Anxiety in PDP as Akwa Ibom gov hints of quitting
THE last may not have been heard regarding the wave of defections hitting the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, as Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State, late Tuesday, hinted at a possible defection, ahead of the 2027 general elections, likening his party (PDP) to a faulty aircraft, just as his comments elicited jitters and entreaties from PDP stalwarts.
INEC official Ogban didn’t work for me – Akpabio
THE President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has denied the jailed Independent National Electoral, INEC Electoral Officer, Prof. Peter Ogban who was convicted for rigging election in favour of the All Progressives Congress, APC of ever working for him.
Defection: Delta’s alignment with APC will open up more opportunities — Commissioner Aniagwu
Aniagwu also commented on the recent defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and several Delta PDP leaders to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
PDP to Akwa Ibom Governor: Don’t flee, we’re putting our house in order
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, to prioritize electoral reforms rather than defecting to another party, likely the All Progressives Congress (APC).
