Nigerian Politics

Vice President Kashim Shettima's prospects for re-nomination in 2027 are clouded by historical precedents from President Tinubu's tenure as Lagos governor, raising questions about political loyalty and succession.

President Bola Tinubu has praised former Ogun State Governor Chief Olusegun Osoba, reflecting on their shared political journey and mutual ideals in a birthday message.

Three political parties missed the Independent National Electoral Commission's deadline to upload their presidential and vice-presidential candidates, as the commission's portal closed at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday.

Two Nasarawa State lawmakers have left the All Progressives Congress (APC) to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP), citing mistreatment during the party's recent primary elections.

The Court of Appeal has affirmed a lower court's decision barring INEC from recognizing congresses of the African Democratic Congress led by Hassan Muhammad. The ruling intensifies internal party tensions as Atiku Abubakar's faction dismisses the rival group's claims.

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has formally announced the re-nomination of his deputy, Murtala Sule Galadima Garo, as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election, signaling continuity in the state’s executive leadership.

Doris Ogala, a Nollywood actress and African Action Congress (AAC) candidate, has announced her candidacy for Abia State governorship, declaring herself the state's next governor.

The All Progressives Congress has faulted opposition parties for missing the initial deadline for submitting candidate lists, following INEC's decision to extend the window for nominations ahead of the 2027 elections.

President Tinubu reaffirms Vice President Shettima as running mate for 2027, with the presidency citing governance continuity and national unity. The MPA endorses the pair, urging focus on performance over religion.

Presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has urged President Bola Tinubu to address Nigerians following the rescue of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo, saying the president's silence amid ongoing abductions sends the wrong signal.

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia confirms full autonomy for all 23 local government councils, crediting the development as a relief to state-level governance and aligning with President Tinubu’s broader reform agenda.

The African Democratic Congress has barred its state chapters from receiving court processes or engaging lawyers independently, directing all legal matters to be channeled through the national legal adviser.

The Kwara State All Progressives Congress (APC) Reconciliation Committee has initiated peace efforts following internal disputes from the party's primary elections, urging members to avoid inflammatory statements.

A former aide to President Bola Tinubu claims Tinubu withdrew support for Babatunde Fashola's second-term bid due to concerns over Fashola building an independent political base, prompting Fashola to seek backing from traditional rulers.

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila as chairman of the Presidential Working Group on the National Policing Bill, signaling a move to advance legislative reform amid public scrutiny.