Politics

Nigeria’s governors are moving to the APC, thereby affecting Nigeria’s political system. The wave of defections is shrinking the real choice for voters and creating a one-party feel in many states.  We don’t need to ban people from changing parties. We need fair, simple rules. Make campaign money visible, keep…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed rumours of stepping down, affirming his commitment to the 2027 presidential race. Atiku made it clear that he has not stepped down and that the reports circulating in some media outlets are misleading. The controversy started after claims that Atiku told the BBC…

With the PDP formally zoning its 2027 presidential ticket to the South,and Bauchi governor Bala Mohammed openly naming Goodluck Jonathan and Peter Obi as options,the conversation has moved from just ordinary talks to actions, but could a unity slate unseat the ruling APC?  Why is this ticket even on the…

With the 2027 general elections approaching, the All Progressives Congress has already lined up behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term, pitching continuity of reforms as its case to voters.  Meanwhile, the Opposition leaders have begun moves to coordinate, including unveiling a coalition platform under the African Democratic…

Voters in Anambra South head to the polls Saturday, Aug 16, to fill the Senate seat left vacant by the late Ifeanyi Ubah, elected on the Young Progressives Party (YPP) in 2023 and later defected to the APC before his death. The contest has tightened into a five-way battle, with…