Nigeria 2027 Elections
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Nigerian political figures are mobilizing for the 2027 elections, with President Tinubu urging APC governors to unite and Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin rallying support for Tinubu. The Obi-Kwankwaso Movement rejects merger proposals, while the UN, UK, and IPCR are engaging youths against political violence.
Two Kwara Assembly Lawmakers Defect from APC to PDP for 2027 Elections
Two members of the Kwara State House of Assembly have left the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to join the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), securing tickets to contest in the 2027 general elections. Hon. Saba Yisa Gideon, representing Edu State Constituency and Chairman of the House Committee on Livestock, cited "recent developments within the Party, particularly concerning intern…
Nigerian political group OK Movement rejects merger ahead of 2027 elections
Ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general elections, the OK Movement, a political platform formed to mobilize support for presidential candidate Peter Obi and his running mate Dr. Rabiu Kwankwaso, has firmly re…
Obi-Kwankwaso Movement rejects merger ahead of 2027 elections
The Obi-Kwankwaso (OK) Movement has firmly rejected any suggestions of merging or being absorbed into other political organizations, asserting its intention to remain an independent support group. Thi…
2027 Elections: Nigerian Senate Deputy President rallies support for Tinubu
Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has called for unwavering support for President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Re…
Tinubu Urges APC Governors to Unite, Mobilize for 2027 Elections
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to foster unity within the party and spearhead grassroots mobilization efforts in preparation for the 2027 genera…