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.
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.
Prof. Rahman Akinoso, Chairman of Oyo PDP's new Caretaker Committee, urges unity and commitment for 2027 election victory. Committee to start work January 9, 2026. Read more.
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.
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.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara welcomes Rivers National Assembly members to APC, calling it a bold step for state progress. He vows to deliver Rivers for Tinubu in 2027. Read more.
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.
The United Methodist Church in Nigeria urges peaceful participation in the 2027 polls, rejects electoral malpractice, and signs a landmark Deed of Reconciliation for unity. Read the full communiqué.
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.
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.
Vice-President Shettima asserts Tinubu's performance will secure 2027 re-election, dismissing online debates. He says victories come from credibility, not nostalgia. Read more.
APC confirms Governor Caleb Mutfwang's move from PDP, making APC the ruling party in all North Central states. Analysis of the political shift ahead of 2027 elections.
Borno State announces results of local council elections. The ruling APC secures a clean sweep. Full details on the peaceful conduct and official declarations inside.
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.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo supports state police to tackle Nigeria's security crisis but warns that without sweeping reforms, governors could weaponize it to manipulate the 2027 elections. Read the full statement.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike reacts as 17 Rivers State lawmakers defect from PDP to APC, calling it unfortunate but constitutional. Get the full details and analysis of the political shift ahead of 2027.
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.
The Rivers State House of Assembly has formally endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027, citing federal projects and crisis resolution. Read the full details and reactions.
PDP chieftain Olufemi Ajadi reveals his movement will determine Ogun State's 2027 election winner. Learn how this grassroots network plans to transform Nigerian politics.
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.
Former Governor Idris Wada defects to the APC in a major Kogi political shift. Senator Ohere hails the move and outlines his 2027 Senate comeback bid, highlighting his legislative record.
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.
NNPP Chairman reveals Rabiu Kwankwaso may realign with APC for 2027 elections if ruling party reforms. Get exclusive details on political negotiations.
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.
Nasir el-Rufai declares 230 million Nigerians will defeat APC and defecting governors through the African Democratic Party (ADC). He unveiled the ADC's new office in Plateau State.
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.
Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai declares Nigerians are abandoning APC and PDP for ADC ahead of 2027 polls. He reveals ADC's youth and women inclusion policy.
Senator Ali Ndume warns APC faces overload from PDP defectors. Borno lawmaker cites empty cargo analogy, urges support for Tinubu despite capacity concerns.
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.
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.
How 45 days of elections across Africa exposed democratic crises. From Malawi's credible vote to Tanzania's massacre - what's next for the continent? Read analysis.