The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to the Southern region, paving the way for prominent leaders like Peter Obi to contest under the party’s platform.
Citing a wave of federal litigations and internal instability, Senate Minority Whip Tony Nwoye has officially left the African Democratic Congress to join the Nigeria Democratic Congress.
The African Democratic Congress faces a severe legislative hit as 17 House of Representatives members defect to the National Democratic Congress and one joins the APC.
Former Rivers State Governor Celestine Omehia has urged the National Assembly to halt the swift passage of the State Police Bill, warning that state police could undermine democracy, fuel ethnic tensions and be abused by governors for political purposes.
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has dismissed as false and baseless a report claiming he was offered ₦500 billion to contest against NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi to split South-South votes ahead of the 2027 elections.
Former CAN Chairman in Niger State, Rev. Dr. Mathias Echioda, has urged Nigerians to intensify prayers for the country and elect credible, competent leaders in the 2027 general elections, stressing that national unity and good governance depend on responsible leadership and active citizen participation.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, says troops are making significant progress in ongoing rescue operations for 39 abducted pupils and seven teachers in Oyo, while highlighting military successes against insurgency, banditry and crude oil theft nationwide.