We encouraged voting for Obi to reduce Atiku’s votes – Wike on G5 strategy

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has rejected claims that he manipulated the 2023 presidential election in Rivers State and other parts of the South-South to help President Bola Tinubu defeat Labour Party candidate Peter Obi.

APC Congratulates Four Candidates After Winning Four of Five Bye-Elections

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated its candidates who won four of the five legislative bye-elections conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on September 19, 2026.

Wike names 3 APC governors fighting his coalition

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has named three All Progressives Congress, APC, governors who he said are opposed to his Rainbow Coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections.

‘Don’t hire mobs, buy votes’ – IGP Disu warns politicians ahead 2027 elections

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, has warned politicians and their supporters against hiring thugs, buying votes or threatening voters and electoral officials during the 2027 general elections.

BREAKING: APC Wins Bye-Election In Delta State

The All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate, Okolosi Ator, has won the Udu State Constituency bye-election in Delta State.

Stop deceiving Nigerians with sermons – Presidency blasts Peter Obi

The Presidency has once again taken a swipe at the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate Peter Obi.

2027: My 2027 Support Is for Tinubu, Not APC – Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has clarified that his support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027 does not extend to preventing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from fielding candidates in other elections.

2027: ‘They are politically lazy’ — Wike hits back at APC governors over coalition

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has described All Progressives Congress, APC, governors as “politically lazy”.

2027 Presidency: Peter Obi Dares Critics to Prove US Funding Claim, Says He’ll Quit Campaign

The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has given a condition for stopping his 2027 political campaign.

Don’t use partisan academics as returning officers in 2027 – ADC warns INEC

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has asked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) not to appoint academics who have openly taken partisan political positions as Returning and Collation Officers for the 2027 general elections.

INEC releases names of senatorial candidates [FULL LIST]

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has released the final list of candidates nominated by political parties to contest the 2027 senatorial elections across the 109 senatorial districts in Nigeria.

2027: INEC releases final names of 18 presidential candidates, running mates [FULL LIST]

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has published the final list of presidential candidates and their running mates for the January 2027 general elections.

Bamanga Tukur: Nigeria loses towering statesman — PDP

Bamanga Tukur: Nigeria loses towering statesman — PDP

Presidency, APC battle Obi over 2023 victory claim

Presidency, APC battle Obi over 2023 victory claim

Police bust alleged child-stealing gang, rescue three children in Ogun

Police bust alleged child-stealing gang, rescue three children in Ogun

Kwankwaso To Atiku: Quit 2027 Race, Back Us

The Vice Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabi’u Kwankwaso, has asked the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar to quit his 2027 presidential ambition and support the NDC.

Alleged fake agency DG’s rights suit against police, AGF suffers setback

Alleged fake agency DG’s rights suit against police, AGF suffers setback

PDP flags Off Governorship campaign in Ogun State

Ahead of the 2027 Governorship election in Ogun State, the governorship candidate of the state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ladi Adebutu, has flagged off his campaign in a carnival- like event attended by party supporters from the 20 local government areas of the State.

INEC to introduce real-time tracker for 2027 election preparations

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will introduce a real-time tracker to monitor its preparations for the 2027 General Election across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

1st Niger Bridge closure begins as commuters lament Owerri Road

1st Niger Bridge closure begins as commuters lament Owerri Road

2027: ‘No one wins election by boasting,’ Rivers ADC replies Wike

2027: ‘No one wins election by boasting,’ Rivers ADC replies Wike

2027 election will be easier for Tinubu than 2023  -  Lere Olayinka

2027 election will be easier for Tinubu than 2023  -  Lere Olayinka

Iran threatens greater force if US launches more attacks

Iran threatens greater force if US launches more attacks

Peter Obi Urges INEC To Ensure Free, Fair And Credible 2027 Elections

Peter Obi urges INEC to protect electoral integrity as he calls on Nigerians to safeguard their votes during the 2027 elections.

Police arrest 10 suspected vandals, recover cables in Abuja

Police arrest 10 suspected vandals, recover cables in Abuja

2027: APM Launches Electioneering Drive, Makinde to Open Presidential Campaign Office

The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has formally announced the commencement of its 2027 presidential campaign, with its presidential candidate, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, set to officially commission the party’s presidential campaign office in Abuja on Monday.

Take control of Nigeria’s governance, SDP challenges youths

Take control of Nigeria’s governance, SDP challenges youths

2027: How I’ll achieve 75,000MW electricity target in 1 year – Adebayo

2027: How I’ll achieve 75,000MW electricity target in 1 year – Adebayo

APC, Atiku trade tackles over economic policies

APC, Atiku trade tackles over economic policies

Troops Rescue 36 Abductees, Neutralise Terrorists Kingpin — DHQ

Troops Rescue 36 Abductees, Neutralise Terrorists Kingpin — DHQ

Atiku playing to the gallery, 15 northern states ‘ll collapse if subsidy returns – OAU prof

Atiku playing to the gallery, 15 northern states ‘ll collapse if subsidy returns – OAU prof

Police arrest five teenagers over multiple shop burglaries in Ogun

Police arrest five teenagers over multiple shop burglaries in Ogun

Nigeria,​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‌‍‌⁠​‍​‌⁠‌​ 163 countries to back UN resolution for larger Africa on world map

Nigeria,​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‌‍‌⁠​‍​‌⁠‌​ 163 countries to back UN resolution for larger Africa on world map

Military aircraft crashes during airshow

Military aircraft crashes during airshow

Osinbajo decries chemical use on fruits, says wife developed headaches from orange juice

Osinbajo decries chemical use on fruits, says wife developed headaches from orange juice

Plateau shuts schools over diphtheria threat

Plateau shuts schools over diphtheria threat

Katsina police command nabs 247 suspects, rescues 17 kidnap victims in August

Katsina police command nabs 247 suspects, rescues 17 kidnap victims in August

Kwara: Close ranks, unity key to 2027 victory – Saraki to PDP members

Kwara: Close ranks, unity key to 2027 victory – Saraki to PDP members

North-East insurgency: 17,000 Nigerians still missing – ICRC

North-East insurgency: 17,000 Nigerians still missing – ICRC

Boko Haram terrorists ambush APC guber candidate’s convoy in Borno

Boko Haram terrorists ambush APC guber candidate’s convoy in Borno

Police rescue two abandoned babies in Abuja

Police rescue two abandoned babies in Abuja

How to apply: Nigerian Air Force begins recruitment exercise

How to apply: Nigerian Air Force begins recruitment exercise

Congo reopens Ebola-hit schools, drops remote learning

Congo reopens Ebola-hit schools, drops remote learning

Trump floats renaming Strait of Hormuz as ‘Trump Strait’

Trump floats renaming Strait of Hormuz as ‘Trump Strait’

Troops thwart bandits’ operation, recover weapons in Benue

Troops thwart bandits’ operation, recover weapons in Benue

Yobe fixes LG elections, begins candidate screening

The Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission has commenced the screening of candidates contesting the chairmanship, vice-chairmanship and councillorship positions ahead of the local government elections in the state.

Soil degradation threatens 95% of world food supply

Soil degradation threatens 95% of world food supply

Court Begins Hearing On Suit To Halt Oyo LG Elections

Justice Obiora Egwuatu, on Tuesday, began sitting on the suit filed to halt local government elections in Oyo State.

Ex-APC presidential aspirant withdraws from active politics

Former presidential aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Adamu Garba, has announced his decision to step back from active political participation.

Why Tinubu may win 2027 presidential election – Donald Duke

The presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Donald Duke, has said President Bola Tinubu could win the 2027 presidential election if opposition parties fail to unite behind a single candidate.

2027: INEC has replaced our candidates with strange names – NDC cries out

The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, of systematically removing its nominated candidates for the 2027 general elections, and replacing same with strange names unknown to the party.

Adeleke sets up panel to probe Osun killings

Adeleke sets up panel to probe Osun killings

2027: We don’t need coalition to win election – ADC

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, says it does not need a coalition to win the 2027 general elections.

2027: Do I look 80 – Atiku asks Nigerians, tackles age concerns

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has dismissed concerns about his age ahead of the 2027 presidential election, challenging critics to say whether he looks like someone approaching 80.

Oil Block: Niger Delta CSOs give FG September 1 ultimatum

Oil Block: Niger Delta CSOs give FG September 1 ultimatum

Investigate me, produce evidence, prosecute — Atiku dares Tinubu

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Tinubu administration to investigate and prosecute him if it has evidence linking him to any wrongdoing in the controversial $16 billion power sector expenditure.

DHQ debunks AI-generated video targeting Chief of Defence Staff

DHQ debunks AI-generated video targeting Chief of Defence Staff

Non-accountability for fuel subsidy removal not on us – Govs

Non-accountability for fuel subsidy removal not on us – Govs

Benin-Asaba Road: FG Appeals To Concessionaire For Contract Termination

The Federal Government has appealed to the concessionaire handling the reconstruction of the Benin-Asaba Highway to allow the Federal Ministry of Works to bring in competent contractors to execute the project, citing the concessionaire’s lack of capacity.

Soludo Backs Iloenyosi For NFF South-East Eeat, Says Region Deserves A Stronger Voice

Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on US goods take effect Sept 8

Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on US goods take effect Sept 8

Lagos pensioners give Sanwo-Olu August 31 ultimatum over pension increase

A fresh confrontation is brewing between the Lagos State Government and retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme, CPS, as pensioners have issued an August 31 deadline for the payment of their outstanding pension enhancement and wage award.

Police honour 10 officers who died during gun battle with bandits in Kebbi

Police honour 10 officers who died during gun battle with bandits in Kebbi

2027: Abia APC forgives Kalu, Nkwonta for backing Otti for second term

2027: Abia APC forgives Kalu, Nkwonta for backing Otti for second term

2027: APC National Chairman meets City Boys Movement

2027: APC National Chairman meets City Boys Movement

Zamfara Governor Distributes Sticks and Torches to Communities Amid Rising Bandit Attacks

Zamfara Governor Distributes Sticks and Torches to Communities Amid Rising Bandit Attacks

Lagos commences move on construction of Ikotun-Isolo road intersection

Tinubu constitutes APC 2027 presidential campaign council, names Yari DG

Tinubu constitutes APC 2027 presidential campaign council, names Yari DG.

NewsHigh rent: Hamzat urges young Lagos workers to live with parents, relatives

Osun: APC candidate Oyebamiji meets Tinubu for first time after election loss

Osun: APC candidate Oyebamiji meets Tinubu for first time after election loss

1-yr anniv: Lagos council boss unveils greater devt plans for residents

FG declares Tuesday public holiday for Eid ul Mawlid

FG declares Tuesday public holiday for Eid ul Mawlid

DSS warns of planned terrorist, bandit attacks on Sokoto tertiary institutions

DSS warns of planned terrorist, bandit attacks on Sokoto tertiary institutions.

BUSINESSFAAC: FG, states, LGs share N16tn in seven months as revenue

BUSINESSFAAC: FG, states, LGs share N16tn in seven months as revenu

OsunDecides2026: Adeleke, Oyebamiji, Salaam, 12 others battle for governorship (LIVE UPDATES)

OsunDecides2026: Adeleke, Oyebamiji Salaam, 12 others battle for governorship (LIVE UPDATES) About 1.9 million voters in Osun State will today decide who governs the state in the Osun State voters will go to the polls today to elect the next occupant of Bola Ige Government House as governor for the next four years. A total of 15 parties are on the ballot for the off-cycle election, with the incumbent, Ademola Adeleke, whose first term ends in November, seeking a fresh mandate on the ticket of

Osun Election: European Union observers table demands

The European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria Election Observation Hub, EU-SDGN EOH, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to ensure transparent result transmission and deployment of adequate personnel ahead of Saturday’s Osun State governorship election.

African Union Summit 2026: Leaders Unite for Continental Development

African leaders unite at AU Summit 2026 to accelerate continental development

Nigeria Army Rescues 33 Kidnapped Victims in Zamfara State Operation

In a significant security operation, the Nigerian army has rescued 33 people who were kidnapped by armed men while traveling through Zamfara state in the northwest.

DR Congo Prisoner Release Brings Cautious Hope Amid Fragile Peace

The Democratic Republic of Congo has released 15 detainees and handed them over to the AFC/M23 rebel movement, marking the first known prisoner transfer under a 2025 peace deal facilitated by Qatar's mediation efforts.