Shehu Buba has denied fresh allegations linking him to bandit kingpins, insisting viral videos circulating online were manipulated and do not prove any connection to criminal groups. BAUCHI, NIGERIA — Senator Shehu Buba, who represents Bauchi South Senatorial District, has rejected fresh allegations that he maintains links with bandit kingpins, describing viral videos and claims…
Election threats are drawing fresh warnings from INEC and the police as Nigeria heads towards 2027. Both agencies say politicians who incite violence or intimidate voters will face legal action. ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Independent National Electoral Commission and the Nigeria Police Force have vowed to act against politicians who issue threats or inflammatory statements…
The Federal Government has rejected claims that Tinubu 2027 chances are fading, with Defence Minister Christopher Musa insisting the APC will retain power despite growing opposition attacks. ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Federal Government has dismissed claims by Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso that President Bola Tinubu could lose the 2027 presidential election, with Defence Minister…
The opposition summit opens in Abuja with parties seeking a strategy to defeat President Bola Tinubu in 2027. But disagreements over alliances and a consensus candidate remain. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Opposition parties and political actors are converging in Abuja on Monday, August 31, 2026, for an opposition summit organised by the G-100, with discussions expected…
Amaechi ADC campaign has taken a blunt turn ahead of 2027, as Rotimi Amaechi told Nigerians not to vote for the party if its candidates fail to deliver after taking office. PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE —Former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi, the African Democratic Congress vice-presidential candidate, has told Nigerians not to vote for the…
The Atiku Obi camps have rejected pressure to produce one opposition candidate for Nigeria’s 2027 election. Both sides favour cooperation but remain unwilling to drop their presidential ambitions. ABUJA, NIGERIA —Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State governor Peter Obi have rejected calls for opposition parties to field a single presidential candidate against…
Yul Edochie’s latest comments about Peter Obi’s political future spark backlash and heated reactions online.
