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Low Turnout in Ivory Coast Parliamentary Elections

Ivory Coast's parliamentary elections recorded a low 32.35% voter turnout following an opposition boycott. The vote extends President Ouattara's political dominance. Read the full analysis.

Makinde: Nigerians Will Shock Politicians in 2027

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde warns of voter anger in 2027, details PDP crisis, and expresses regret over supporting President Tinubu. He outlines his state's economic plans and infrastructure projects.

PDP Sets Up 30-Day Caretaker Committee in Oyo

The PDP has inaugurated a 30-day caretaker committee for Oyo State, led by Prof. Abdulrahman Akinoso. The move aims to stabilise and rebuild the party's structures ahead of the 2027 elections. Read more.

Makinde: Tinubu rejected my ministerial nominee

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde discloses President Tinubu rejected his nominee for Minister of Budget. He now regrets supporting Tinubu in 2023. Read the full details of their political rift.

Fubara's APC Defection Reshapes Rivers Politics

Governor Siminalayi Fubara's defection to the APC alters Rivers State's political landscape. Is it a path to peace or a strategic move to sideline Nyesom Wike? Read our analysis.

Clergy Demands Urgent Electoral Reforms for 2027 Polls

Rev. Fr. George Ehusani calls for sweeping reforms to secure Nigeria's democracy, including placing the burden of proof for credible elections on INEC and ending the disenfranchisement of millions. Read his full keynote address.

S'Court Verdict on Emergency Rule Unsettles Polity

The Supreme Court's affirmation of President Tinubu's emergency powers in Rivers State has ignited a fierce debate on federalism, separation of powers, and the potential for political misuse ahead of the 2027 elections. Read the full analysis.

Rivers Speaker, 15 Lawmakers Join APC

Martin Amaewhule, Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, and 15 other PDP members defect to the APC, citing party crisis ahead of 2027 elections.

Former Kogi Governor Wada Defects to APC

Former Kogi Governor Idris Wada defects to APC in high-profile ceremony attended by VP Shettima. Political analysts see this as strategic move ahead of 2027 elections. Read more.

Male-Dominated Delegates Block Women's 2027 Chances

Nigerian women political leaders warn that male-dominated delegate selection in parties undermines their 2027 election prospects. They urge cross-party alliances and legal reforms to boost female representation.

El-Rufai's 40-Year Jos Secret Revealed

Former Governor Nasir El-Rufai discloses he visited Jos weekly 40 years ago for his fiancée. He laments Plateau's peace decline and predicts political shift in 2027. Read more.

Okorie Calls for Igbo Political Unity in 2027

Chief Chekwas Okorie urges the Igbo nation to deploy its democratic strength in the 2027 elections to reverse marginalisation and redesign Nigeria's political map through unity.

Nigeria, UN Sign Pact for Elections, Stability

Nigeria and the UN have signed the Regional Partnership for Democracy to improve elections and tackle political instability in West Africa. Learn how this pact strengthens democracy.

Amupitan Faces Electoral Integrity Test at INEC

INEC Chairman Prof. Amupitan faces high expectations to protect Nigeria's electoral process. Analysis of challenges including vote-buying, institutional reforms needed for credible elections.

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