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Politics · Vanguard ·Lagos APC unveils 2027 campaign council, names Sanwo-Olu, Fashola, Ambode
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has unveiled its campaign council for the 2027 elections, appointing current Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and former governors Akinwunmi Ambode and Babatunde Fashola to roles within the structure. The announcement outlines the party’s early preparations for the forthcoming electoral cycle.
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Politics · Leadership News ·Saturday’s Bye-Elections In Bauchi: Police Warn Against Vote Buying, Thuggery
Police in Bauchi have issued a warning ahead of Saturday’s bye-elections, urging participants and residents to avoid vote buying and political thuggery. The warning highlights security concerns surrounding the polls and signals that authorities are focused on preventing electoral malpractice and violence during the exercise.
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Politics · Premium Times ·2027: Wike says Otti backing Tinubu; Abia govt says ‘confirmation will come at appropriate time’
Minister Nyesom Wike has said Abia State Governor Alex Otti is backing President Bola Tinubu’s bid for the 2027 election. The Abia State Government has responded that confirmation of Otti’s position will be provided at the appropriate time, leaving the governor’s stance formally unconfirmed for now.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
Bankole: Nigeria’s Political System Flawed
Bankole says Nigeria’s political system is flawed, highlighting concerns about the way the country’s politics operates. The headline does not provide further details about the specific weaknesses identified or any proposed reforms.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·‘Desist from deceiving Nigerians with sanctimonious sermons’, Presidency blasts Peter Obi
The Presidency has criticised Peter Obi, urging him to stop what it described as misleading Nigerians through sanctimonious sermons. The statement signals a political dispute between the federal government and the former presidential candidate, though the headline does not provide details about the specific remarks or issues that prompted the response.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Ekiti indigeneship claim: Sue me too – Ogun PDP’s Adebutu dares Yayi
Ogun PDP figure Ladi Adebutu has challenged Yayi to include him in any legal action concerning claims of Ekiti indigeneship. The headline indicates a political dispute over identity or eligibility, but provides no further details about the allegations, parties involved, or the proposed lawsuit.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Youth Confab: Politicians Won’t Influence Delegate Selection, Says Minister
The minister says politicians will not influence the selection of delegates for the planned youth confab. The statement indicates that the process is intended to remain independent of political interference, although the headline provides no further details about the conference, selection criteria or the minister’s specific role.
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Politics · Daily Post ·NASS sends State Police Bill to 36 states for approval
Nigeria’s National Assembly has forwarded a bill proposing the establishment of state police to the governments of all 36 states for consideration and approval. The move places responsibility on the states to review the legislation, marking a further step in the constitutional process for creating state-level policing structures.
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Politics · The Punch ·I’ve learnt Yoruba, can now campaign in language — Rhodes-Vivour
Labour Party governorship candidate Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour says he has learned Yoruba and can now use the language while campaigning. His remark highlights an effort to communicate with voters in Yoruba during political activities, though the headline provides no further details about his campaign plans or the context of the statement.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
West African Youths Urges Reform, Visit SDP Secretariat
A group of West African youths has called for reforms and visited the secretariat of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). The headline does not specify the reforms sought, the youths’ identities, or the purpose and outcome of the visit.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Why 2027 election should be between Tinubu, Obi without Atiku – Shehu Sani
Former senator Shehu Sani has argued that Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election should primarily feature President Bola Tinubu and Peter Obi, excluding former Vice President Atiku Abubakar from the contest. The headline indicates a political position on the possible field of candidates, but provides no further details about his reasoning or reactions.
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Politics · Daily Post ·2027: Benue APC stakeholders declare support for Alia, Tinubu’s re-election
All Progressives Congress stakeholders in Benue State have announced their support for Governor Hyacinth Alia and President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bids in 2027. The declaration signals backing for both leaders ahead of the elections, although the headline provides no further details about the stakeholders, reasons for the decision or its wider political implications.
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Politics · Daily Post ·2027: APC names Sanwo-Olu, Fashola, Ambode in Lagos campaign council [FULL LIST]
The All Progressives Congress has named Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, former governors Akinwunmi Ambode and Babatunde Fashola, and other members of a campaign council for the 2027 political contest. Daily Post reports the full membership list, indicating the party’s planned campaign structure in Lagos.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·VIDEO: I have a teacher, can now campaign in Yoruba language — Rhodes-Vivour
Labour Party politician Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour says he has learned Yoruba with the help of a teacher and can now campaign in the language. The statement highlights his effort to communicate with Yoruba-speaking audiences during political engagement, though the headline does not provide further details about the campaign or occasion.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Kaduna North Constituents Petition NDLEA To Investigate Rep Over Alleged Cocaine Use
Constituents in Kaduna North have petitioned the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency to investigate a House of Representatives member over an allegation of cocaine use. The headline does not provide details about the lawmaker’s identity, the evidence cited, the agency’s response, or whether the allegation has been substantiated.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Benue CP warns politicians against recruiting thugs, cultists
The Benue State Commissioner of Police has cautioned politicians against recruiting thugs or cultists, apparently warning that such practices could threaten public safety and security. The warning underscores the police command’s concern about the involvement of criminal or cult groups in political activities within the state.
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Politics · Daily Post ·We will not allow Wike to bring PDP crisis into our party — APC’s Farouk
APC figure Farouk says the party will prevent Nyesom Wike from transferring the internal crisis affecting the Peoples Democratic Party into the All Progressives Congress. The statement reflects tensions between the parties and signals opposition within the APC to any perceived attempt to introduce PDP-related disputes into its affairs.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Obi got away with lies in 2023; Nigerians ready to fact-check him — Keyamo
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike says Peter Obi escaped scrutiny over alleged false claims during the 2023 election campaign. Wike adds that Nigerians are now prepared to examine and fact-check Obi’s statements more closely, signalling renewed political focus on the Labour Party figure’s public claims.
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Politics · Channels TV ·INEC Has Fixed The Ballot, It Has Not Fixed The Opposition
The headline indicates that Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission has addressed or settled an issue concerning the ballot, while challenges affecting opposition parties remain unresolved. It contrasts progress on electoral preparations with continuing difficulties within the opposition political camp.
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Politics · The Punch ·
FULL LIST: Sanwo-Olu, Fashola, Ambode named in Lagos APC campaign council
The Lagos chapter of the All Progressives Congress has named Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, former governors Babatunde Fashola and Akinwunmi Ambode, and other party members to its campaign council. The council is expected to coordinate the party’s campaign activities in Lagos, although the headline does not specify the election or other members involved.
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