Nigeria's electoral commission has announced the official timetable for the 2027 general elections, outlining crucial dates for primaries, candidate submissions, and campaign periods amid ongoing electoral reform discussions.
The Rivers State bye-elections for Khana and Ahoada East constituencies will proceed without PDP, LP, or ADC candidates due to internal party issues, with 12 candidates from smaller parties contesting.
Bashir Ahmad, a former presidential aide, has raised concerns over INEC's 2027 election timetable overlapping with Ramadan, urging adjustments for inclusive voter participation.
Nigeria's electoral commission has unveiled the timetable for the 2027 general elections, with presidential and governorship polls scheduled for February and March respectively.
Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially declared that the next presidential election will be held on February 20, 2027, as revealed by Chairman Joash Amupitan in Abuja.
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) led by Tarique Rahman has won a decisive victory in Bangladesh's first credible election in nearly 20 years, marking a political shift after the Gen Z uprising.
Former Minister Rotimi Amaechi advises the African Democratic Congress to prioritize a southern presidential candidate in 2027, citing competence, age, and power rotation principles for national stability.
Hon. Abdullahi El-Rasheed, representing Dukku/Nafada Federal Constituency, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress, citing progressive leadership and development.
A former Enugu governorship candidate forecasts that a joint presidential ticket of Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso could significantly challenge the ruling APC in the 2027 election, citing voter demand for change and electoral reforms.
The African Democratic Congress has inaugurated Hon. Oladimeji Fabiyi, a former Peoples Democratic Party finance officer, as its Deputy National Financial Secretary following approval by the party's Southwest zonal caucus in Ibadan.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has submitted a N873.78 billion budget proposal for the 2027 general elections, with major allocations for operations and technology.
Atiku Abubakar's camp dismisses Ayodele Fayose's allegations of secret political talks with Governor Seyi Makinde ahead of the 2027 elections as false and reckless.
Labour Party members in Oyo State have defected to the African Democratic Congress, citing mass-oriented policies and internal democracy as key reasons for the move ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The Presidency has clarified President Bola Tinubu's careful approach to electronic transmission of election results, citing infrastructure concerns and ongoing economic reforms.
The Inter Party Advisory Council in Anambra State clarifies it has not issued any official statement urging political parties to boycott the August 28, 2026 local government elections.
Former Minister Rotimi Amaechi joined National Assembly protesters against Senate's rejection of electronic transmission of election results, bringing his medical doctor son to counter claims politicians shield families from civic action.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio announces President Bola Tinubu is expected to sign the amended Electoral Act into law this month, following harmonization of legislative versions.
Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan calls for mandatory real-time electronic transmission of election results, urging INEC to partner with Starlink for nationwide connectivity ahead of 2027 polls.
Former VP Atiku Abubakar and Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde held a closed-door meeting with ex-President Ibrahim Babangida in Minna, focusing on ADC party structures and electronic transmission of election results.
Former Minister Rotimi Amaechi explains why he attended the Occupy NASS protest with his doctor son, criticizes APC's stance on electronic transmission, and compares economic conditions under Tinubu and Buhari.
The Nigerian Senate has amended the Electoral Act to allow electronic transmission of election results as the primary method, while retaining manual backup procedures for technical failures.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio reveals President Bola Tinubu is expected to sign the amended Electoral Act into law this February, following harmonization of Senate and House versions.
The Abure faction of the Labour Party has denounced Senator Nenadi Usman's takeover of the party's national secretariat in Abuja, alleging break-ins and vandalism during the incident.
The Nigerian Senate has approved real-time electronic transmission of election results to INEC's IReV portal, with Form EC8A serving as backup in case of transmission failures.
Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai claims Senate President Godswill Akpabio is deliberately frustrating real-time electronic transmission of election results to preserve manipulation at collation centers.
Former Rivers Governor Rotimi Amaechi protests at National Assembly for mandatory electronic transmission of election results, alleging APC fears losing elections.
Celebrity barman Cubana Chief Priest appointed Imo State Director of City Boy Movement, a youth political group supporting President Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid.
Hallie Marie Tobler, 22-year-old daughter of Republican Minnesota gubernatorial candidate Jeff Johnson, was fatally stabbed in a murder-suicide attempt by her husband, leading to campaign suspension.
Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai discloses ADC's 2027 presidential selection strategy, rejecting zoning for open primaries while criticizing Tinubu's administration and advocating electoral reforms.
Former Sports Minister Solomon Dalung questions President Tinubu's legacy and governance, as ADC prepares to challenge APC in 2027 elections amid mixed public reactions.