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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·2027: PDP deputy guber candidate rallies support for Adebutu
The Peoples Democratic Party’s deputy governorship candidate has called for increased support for Adebutu ahead of the 2027 political contest, signalling efforts to strengthen the party’s campaign and consolidate backing around his candidacy.
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Politics · Leadership News ·Reasons Why Obi-Kwankwaso Campaign Structure Puts NDC At Odds
The report examines the reasons the campaign structure associated with Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso has created tensions with the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), described in the headline as NDC. It focuses on organisational or strategic disagreements between the political groups and their implications for cooperation.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
PRP Slams Govt Over Niger Kidnappings, 37 Deaths
The Peoples Redemption Party has criticised the government over reported kidnappings in Niger State, following the deaths of 37 people. The party’s response centres on the security incidents and the government’s handling of the situation, although the headline provides no further details about the victims, location or circumstances.
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Politics · The Punch ·2027: Over 6,000 NDC members defect to PDP in Enugu
More than 6,000 members of the National Democratic Congress have defected to the Peoples Democratic Party in Enugu State ahead of the 2027 elections. The development signals a significant movement of political supporters between parties, although the headline does not provide details about the defectors’ identities, reasons, or any official response.
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Politics · Daily Post ·“Tinubu criminalising poor miners” — Atiku questions 37 deaths in NSCDC custody
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has questioned the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps. He accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of criminalising poor miners, raising concerns about the treatment of vulnerable people involved in informal mining.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
Bauchi Lawmaker withdraws from 2027 Assembly race
A lawmaker from Bauchi State has withdrawn from the race for a seat in the state House of Assembly in the 2027 elections. The headline does not provide details about the lawmaker’s identity, reasons for the decision, constituency, party affiliation or any possible replacement.
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Politics · Premium Times ·APC’s Kallamu wins Gombe/Kwami /Funakaye Federal Constituency by-election – Official
APC candidate Kallamu has been declared the winner of the Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency by-election, according to an official result reported by Premium Times. The headline indicates that the contest was decided in favour of the All Progressives Congress candidate, but provides no further details on vote totals, turnout or the margin of victory.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Oyo APM denies plot to destroy Alli’s billboards
The Oyo State chapter of the Allied Peoples Movement has denied allegations that it planned to destroy billboards belonging to Alli. The denial addresses claims of possible political vandalism, but the headline does not provide further details about the allegations, the individuals involved, or the circumstances surrounding the dispute.
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Politics · PM News ·
2027 Election victory will go to Tinubu – Segun Sowunmi
Segun Sowunmi has predicted that President Bola Tinubu will win the 2027 election. The headline reports his assessment of the forthcoming contest but provides no further details on the reasons for his prediction, the office being contested, or the political reactions to his statement.
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Politics · PM News ·
SERAP sues INEC over failure to disclose political donations limits
SERAP has filed a lawsuit against Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission over alleged failure to disclose the limits governing political donations. The legal action seeks clarification or publication of the applicable donation thresholds, highlighting concerns about transparency in political financing and INEC’s responsibilities to provide relevant information.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
INEC Declares APC Winner of Gombe By-Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission has declared the All Progressives Congress the winner of a by-election held in Gombe State. The headline does not provide details about the constituency, the winning candidate, the vote count, or the margin of victory.
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Politics · Vanguard ·2027: APC group warns Obi, NDC over result transmission
An APC-affiliated group has issued a warning to Peter Obi and the NDC regarding the transmission of election results ahead of the 2027 general elections. The headline indicates a political dispute or concern over how results may be transmitted, but provides no further details about the group’s specific allegations or demands.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Catholic bishops reject foreign aid bill
Catholic bishops have rejected a proposed bill concerning foreign aid. The headline indicates opposition from the Catholic leadership but does not specify the bill’s provisions, the reasons for the rejection, or the likely political and social implications.
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Politics · Vanguard ·2027: Nwuche urges APC women to mobilise for Tinubu
A political figure identified as Nwuche has called on women within the All Progressives Congress to organise and mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. The appeal focuses on strengthening the party’s women-led campaign efforts and backing Tinubu’s anticipated electoral bid.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·APM rejects APC’s campaign allegation, denies plot to vandalise billboards
The Allied Peoples Movement has rejected an allegation by the All Progressives Congress that it was involved in a campaign-related plot to vandalise billboards. The APM denied the accusation, distancing itself from any plan or action targeting campaign materials.
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Politics · PM News ·
“I can forgive, reconcile with Gov. Yusuf, I still like him” – Kwankwaso
Rabiu Kwankwaso says he remains willing to forgive and reconcile with Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, while expressing continued personal regard for him. The statement indicates openness to resolving differences between the two politicians, though the headline does not specify the cause of their disagreement or outline any planned reconciliation process.
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Politics · Daily Post ·2027: Don’t be distracted by opposition antics – Osun APC chieftain tells Tinubu
An Osun chieftain of the All Progressives Congress has urged President Bola Tinubu not to be distracted by what he described as opposition antics ahead of the 2027 elections. The appeal highlights growing political manoeuvring and calls for the president to remain focused as preparations for the contest develop.
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Politics · BusinessDay ·Gbenga Hashim wants INEC disbanded over alleged Electoral Act breach
Gbenga Hashim has called for the disbandment of Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission, alleging that the electoral body breached provisions of the Electoral Act. The demand centres on concerns about the commission’s compliance with electoral law, although the headline does not specify the alleged breach or provide INEC’s response.
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Politics · PM News ·
Akpabio hits Italy, prays for peace, end to terrorism ahead of 2027
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has arrived in Italy, where he prayed for peace and an end to terrorism in Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections. The headline indicates that his remarks focused on national security and stability as the country approaches the next electoral cycle.
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Politics · BusinessDay ·Bayelsa APC Chairman, Ogoriba, denounces ‘Rainbow Coalition’
Bayelsa State APC Chairman Ogoriba has rejected or criticised the political grouping known as the Rainbow Coalition. The headline indicates that he publicly distanced himself from the coalition, although it does not provide details about his reasons, the group’s membership or the wider political implications.
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