Politics

Seventeen members of the House of Representatives have reportedly left the African Democratic Congress for the Nigeria Democratic Congress. The move has deepened the latest shake-up in Nigeria’s opposition politics. It comes shortly after former Anambra State governor Peter Obi and former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso moved to the…

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has explained why he left the African Democratic Congress, saying Nigeria’s worsening situation pushed him to make the move. Obi announced his exit in a statement on X on Monday. He said he did not leave the party out of anger, personal ambition or convenience.…

Nigeria’s presidential election is not won by national popularity alone. It is won through a mix of votes, geography, political structure and constitutional spread. As the country looks ahead to the 2027 presidential election, one fact will shape the race more than campaign slogans: every state matters. A candidate cannot…

Peter Obi and Kwankwaso have formally joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), following hours of closed-door deliberations at the Abuja residence of NDC national leader, Senator Seriake Dickson.  The two are set to pair as presidential candidate and running mate respectively for the January 16, 2027, election, with Obi as…

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi and ex-Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso have formally joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), urging party members to avoid internal court battles and focus on governance. The two opposition figures were received on Sunday in Abuja, marking a significant shift in Nigeria’s political landscape ahead…