2027 elections: INEC rejects Adebutu, Gwarzo petitions, clears Pantami
The commission said its decisions were based on submitted records, relevant legal provisions, and the requirements governing candidate nominations.
Court orders INEC to publish Rochas Okorocha as APC candidate for Imo West
The court held that evidence presented before it established that Okorocha secured the majority of votes cast during the exercise, making him entitled to recognition as the winner.
ADC challenges APC to prove allegation of unpaid staff salaries
The dispute followed a statement by the APC Presidential Campaign Council, which accused the ADC, led by National Chairman David Mark and National Secretary Rauf Aregbesola, of neglecting its employees despite their daily contributions to the party.
2027: Peter Obi has nothing to offer Nigerians beyond statistics—VP Shettima
Shettima made the remarks at an event in Abuja on Monday, where he acknowledged Obi’s position on maintaining the removal of petrol subsidies but questioned the substance of his broader economic proposals ahead of the 2027 general election.
2027: only Nigerians, not AI, will decide election results, INEC assures voters
INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, gave the assurance at the AI and Democracy Forum 2026 in Abuja, where he explained how the commission plans to deploy AI to improve electoral operations without allowing the technology to replace human decisions in the democratic process.
Atiku ran to Tinubu for political refuge after PDP expelled him —Shettima
Shettima argued that Tinubu’s history of supporting northern politicians seeking the presidency demonstrated his commitment to the region and justified continued political loyalty from northern voters.
2027: Tinubu does not deserve second term over insecurity, poverty —Kwankwaso
Kwankwaso’s remarks come as political activities and alliances begin to take shape ahead of the 2027 general election. His criticism of Tinubu centred on insecurity and poverty, which he cited as reasons the president should not be returned to office for another term.
2027: Atiku urges INEC to publish 103 million voters’ register
Atiku, in a statement issued on Thursday by Phrank Shaibu, Director of Strategic Communication of the African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council, said Nigerians must be allowed to inspect the register, challenge questionable entries and correct omissions before the election.
Ebola outbreak: FG warns 15 states to update response plans as hospitals prepare isolation beds
According to Pate, the government has activated its incident management system and is working with the Federal Capital Territory authorities and state governments to ensure that suspected cases can be identified, isolated and managed promptly.
Tinubu says he has no regrets over fuel subsidy removal, rules out return
The president compared Nigeria’s economic reforms to the biblical account of Moses leaving Egypt, arguing that the country must continue moving forward rather than return to its previous economic arrangements.