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Politics · Leadership News ·2027: CSO Canvasses Credible Representation In Enugu
A civil society organisation is advocating credible representation in Enugu ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. The call focuses on ensuring that candidates or representatives selected for political participation are trustworthy and capable of properly representing citizens’ interests, although the headline does not provide further details about the organisation or its proposals.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Ortom and his 23 cars’ ‘bonus’, by Dele Sobowale
Dele Sobowale examines former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom and an alleged bonus involving 23 cars. The headline suggests the piece focuses on the circumstances, justification or implications surrounding the vehicles and their connection to Ortom, without providing further details about the claims or parties involved.
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Politics · Vanguard ·ELECTIONS: Nigeria is still pursuing shadows, by Tonnie Iredia
Tonnie Iredia examines Nigeria’s electoral process, arguing that the country may still be pursuing elusive goals or misplaced priorities in its efforts to improve elections. The commentary focuses on the continuing challenges surrounding electoral development and democratic practice.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Amupitan: Gombe, Kano, Bauchi, Delta By-elections Offered Vital Lessons for General Election
National electoral official Amupitan says the by-elections held in Gombe, Kano, Bauchi and Delta provided important lessons ahead of Nigeria’s next general election. The assessment highlights the value of reviewing experiences from the contests to strengthen preparations and inform planning for the broader electoral exercise.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Masari and I Rejected N650m Offer to Back Obasanjo’s Third Term, Says Farouq Aliyu
Former lawmaker Farouq Aliyu says he and former Katsina State governor Umaru Masari rejected an alleged N650 million offer to support former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s proposed third-term bid. The claim concerns political negotiations surrounding efforts to extend Obasanjo’s presidency beyond the constitutionally permitted two terms.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Presidency to Atiku: Take Your Economic Blueprint to Campaign Trail, Tinubu Will Remain Focused on Reforms
The Presidency has urged former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar to present his economic blueprint to Nigerians during political campaigns, while stating that President Bola Tinubu will remain focused on implementing his administration’s ongoing reforms. The response frames the issue as a contrast between campaign proposals and the government’s current policy agenda.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Otti Rules Out Senatorial Ambition, Promises to Quit Politics in 2031, Says Successor to Emerge on Merit
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has ruled out pursuing a Senate seat and said he will leave active politics in 2031. He also promised that his successor will be chosen based on merit, signalling that the transition will not be determined solely by political ambition or personal preference.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Issues from the First Month of the 2027 Campaigns
The report examines issues emerging during the first month of Nigeria’s 2027 election campaigns, focusing on developments and concerns shaping the early phase of political mobilisation and competition among parties and candidates.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Shinkafi to INEC: Withdraw Ya’u’s name, obey court order
Shinkafi has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission to remove Ya’u’s name from its records and comply with an existing court order. The appeal concerns the legal status of Ya’u in an electoral matter, though the headline does not specify the particular election or court ruling involved.
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Politics · The Punch ·Kwara no longer needs APC, PDP – NDC gov candidate, Ajia
NDC governorship candidate Ajia says Kwara State no longer needs either the All Progressives Congress or the Peoples Democratic Party, signalling a call for voters to consider an alternative political platform in the state’s governance and electoral choices.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Akpabio, Natasha silent over activist’s fresh allegation
Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan have not publicly responded to a new allegation made by an activist. The report focuses on their silence regarding the claim, without providing further details in the headline about the allegation or any official reaction.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Sanwo-Olu hosts Emiralty Africa, digital creators, seeks stronger support for Lagos
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu hosted representatives of Emiralty Africa and digital creators, discussing the need for stronger support for Lagos. The engagement focused on collaboration and advocacy involving the creative and digital sectors, although the headline does not specify the particular measures or commitments reached.
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Politics · The Punch ·
2027: INEC assures Nigerians of electoral integrity
The Independent National Electoral Commission has assured Nigerians that it will uphold electoral integrity during the 2027 general elections. The assurance signals the commission’s commitment to conducting a credible process, although the headline does not provide details about the specific measures or challenges involved.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Makinde, Alli clash over diesel-powered streetlights
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and a person identified as Alli have clashed over the use or operation of diesel-powered streetlights. The disagreement centres on the streetlighting project and the concerns or positions raised by both parties, though the headline does not provide further details about the dispute.
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Politics · The Punch ·
47 arrested with guns during Bauchi bye-election – Police
Police reportedly arrested 47 people found with firearms during the Bauchi bye-election. The arrests highlight security concerns surrounding the electoral exercise, though the headline provides no further details about the suspects, the specific weapons recovered, or whether charges were filed.
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Politics · The Punch ·
2027: Obi’ll win Lagos by wider margin – NDC
The National Democratic Congress says Peter Obi is expected to win Lagos State by a wider margin in the 2027 election. The headline presents the group’s forecast about the likely strength of Obi’s support in Lagos, without providing details on the basis for the prediction or the margin anticipated.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Akpabio-led Senate has recorded historic legislative legacy — Group
A group has described the Senate under President Godswill Akpabio’s leadership as having achieved a historic legislative legacy. The headline indicates that the assessment focuses on the chamber’s record and contributions during Akpabio’s tenure, without providing details about the specific laws, resolutions or actions cited.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Rethinking campaigning: Fielding the winning eleven
The piece examines the need to rethink political campaigning, using the idea of fielding a winning eleven to emphasise strategic team selection, effective coordination and stronger campaign organisation. It suggests that electoral success may depend on assembling the right people and deploying them effectively.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Rainbow Coalition: Wike harvests aggrieved APC leaders
The report examines how Nyesom Wike is assembling a coalition involving dissatisfied leaders from the All Progressives Congress, potentially reshaping political alliances. It focuses on efforts to bring together aggrieved APC figures under the broader Rainbow Coalition, although the headline provides no further details about the participants or the coalition’s specific objectives.
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Politics · The Punch ·
PDP leaders clash over Ekiti poll campaign funds
Leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party have reportedly disagreed over the handling or allocation of campaign funds for the Ekiti State governorship election. The dispute highlights internal tensions within the party as its leaders coordinate campaign financing and preparations for the poll.
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