Nigeria Political news

• ‘I’ll keep dancing; it doesn’t affect my job as governor’ – Adeleke

  11-12-2025 12:42 via vanguardngr.com
  Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke says he will continue dancing despite criticism, insisting it does not interfere with his performance in office.Adeleke, widely known as “the dancing governor” for his energetic public dance moves, has faced scrutiny from political opponents who argue that his hobby reflects a lack of seriousness. The governor, who plans to seek re-election in 2026 under the Accord Party, maintains that his love for dancing will not affect his political prospects
  
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• Osun 2026: Adebayo emerges APM gov candidate

  13-12-2025 18:11 via vanguardngr.com
  The Allied Peoples Movement, APM, has picked Adewale Adebayo as its governorship candidate for the 2026 governorship election in Osun State.The real estate developer emerged after he was ratified as the sole candidate of the party at the primary election held at the Secretariat in Osogbo on Saturday.The APM Primary committee chair, Babarinde said, “The mode of primary adopted for today’s exercise is affirmation of the consensus candidate which Hon. Adewale Adebayo emerged as the par
  
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• Why we visited Obasanjo in Abeokuta – PDP’s Turaki

  13-12-2025 16:31 via vanguardngr.com
  …says we’re battle-ready to take over power in 2027By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaThe National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Tanimu Turaki, alongside other leaders of the party, on Saturday, paid a visit to former President Olusegun Obasanjo at his penthouse residence, located within the premises of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta, Ogun State capital.Others in the entourage of the PDP National Chairman include former governor of Niger State, Baba
  
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• Turaki leads PDP leaders on visit to Obasanjo

  13-12-2025 14:03 via vanguardngr.com
  A factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Taminu Turaki, on Saturday led a delegation of party leaders on a visit to former President Olusegun Obasanjo at his residence in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.According to Tribune, the delegation included former Niger State governor Babangida Aliyu, PDP Deputy National Chairman Taofeek Arapaja, former Plateau State governor Jonah Jang, and Ambassador Folake Marcus-Bello, among others. They were received by the Ogun State C
  
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• We’re proud of you – Fubara hails Wike

  13-12-2025 10:31 via vanguardngr.com
  By Davies Iheamnachor, PORT HARCOURTRivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has felicitated the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Chief Nyesom Wike, on his 58th birthday, describing him as a leader whose commitment to public service continues to yield visible results.Fubara, in a goodwill message he personally signed in Port Harcourt on Saturday, said the state is proud of the former governor of Rivers State for the infrastructural development under his watch in Abuja as the
  
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• How new thinking can rescue Nigeria from decline — Pat Utomi

  13-12-2025 07:15 via vanguardngr.com
  By Matilda IkediobiProfessor of Political Economy, Pat Utomi, in this monitored interview, gave reasons Nigeria has failed to reach its potential and proffered solutions to the country’s problems. Excerpts:What’s your assessment of where we are? What’s your view about where we seem to be headed? I think the Tony Uranta Memorial lecture was an appropriate place to get into this, because in ways, Tony Uranta, who I walked a path with, represented an era of optimism abo
  
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• Jonathan, Dickson, NGF mourn Bayelsa deputy Gov, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo

  13-12-2025 00:58 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ikechukwu Eze; Henry Umoru & Samuel OyadonghaFormer President Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has expressed deep shock over the death of the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo who passed on yesterday after collapsing in his office in Yenagoa. Dr. Jonathan described Senator Ewhrudjakpo as a devoted public servant, a true patriot, and a loyal steward of Bayelsa State and Nigeria.Similarly, the former governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Seriake Dickson a well as the N
  
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• Gov Bago advocates single-term tenure for governors

  13-12-2025 00:56 via vanguardngr.com
  By Wole MosadomiGovernor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger state has supported a single term in office for state governors for good governance.The governor who has spent two years in his first term in office did not however recommend the duration of the single term or the effective year for the take off.Bago who was speaking at the swearing in of newly appointed Commissioners and new local government council chairmen and their deputies as well as some permanent secretaries and members of some Boards
  
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• Defections: How Aso Rock is influencing defections to ruling party — PDP

  13-12-2025 00:14 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous Jannamike, AbujaABUJA – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Federal Government of turning development of states into a tool of political coercion, saying the pressure on governors and elected officials to defect is fuelled by a system that rewards only those aligned with the ruling party.The opposition party warns that such actions endanger Nigeria’s democracy ahead of the 2027 general elections.The allegation was made on Friday by the PDP National Publici
  
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• ‘I had to return Tinubu’s favour,’ Fubara explains defection to APC

  12-12-2025 17:48 via vanguardngr.com
  Governor of Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has explained that he dumped the crisis-ridden Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, to return the favour President Bola Tinubu did in stabilising the state.Read Also: ‘Detty December’ kicks off in LagosFubara added that there was need to align the state with power at the centre – the Tinubu-led Federal Government.Governor Fubara gave the explanation during his reception by APC at the State G
  
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• 2027: We’re concerned Atiku, Obi may not team up  —  ADC admits

  12-12-2025 16:33 via vanguardngr.com
  Bayo WahabMallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the spokesperson of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has acknowledged concerns over the presidential bid of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 general election.Speaking on Friday during an appearance on Arise TV’s The Morning Show, Abdullahi said the situation poses a challenge that worries the party.He, however, cautioned against describing the Atiku–Obi dynamic as
  
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• 2027: NNPP begins nationwide search for politicians

  12-12-2025 14:13 via vanguardngr.com
  The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has directed its state executive officers nationwide to immediately begin mobilisation of  politicians with capacity and integrity ahead of the 2027 general elections.The party also directed the state executive  to begin membership drive and registration as well as updating its existing membership register.This is contained in a statement by its Founder and Chairman, Board of Trustees, Dr Boniface Aniebonam in Lagos on Friday.Aniebonam stated that
  
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• Three-horse race looms as APC picks candidate tomorrow

  12-12-2025 13:22 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina AbubakarHow the 2026 off-cycle governorship election in Osun State will pan out is gradually unfolding as political parties pick their standard bearers.Read Also: Photos: Moments from the grand opening of Detty December Fest in LagosCurrently, the situation in the state indicates that three major contenders may emerge for the election, and the leading parties, unlike in the last election, seem to be different this time except for the All Progressives Congress, APC, which will
  
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• Rivers: APC welcomes Fubara, issues membership card

  12-12-2025 12:38 via vanguardngr.com
  …Fubara promises to strengthen partyBy Davies Iheamnachor, PORT HARCOURTThe All Progressives Congress, APC, has formally received the Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, into the party.The APC delegation on Friday was led by the Chairman of the party in the state, Chief Tony Okocha, and the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo.At the reception which was held in State Government House, Port Harcourt, the governor filled out the APC membership form and other party documents and
  
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• Sokoto ADC: 25 executives back Keegan, expel three officers

  12-12-2025 01:46 via vanguardngr.com
  By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoSOKOTO — The leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Sokoto State has taken a decisive turn, as Alhaji Bello Isiyaku (Keegan) publicly reaffirmed his position as the legitimate state chairman.Keegan made the declaration on Wednesday during a press conference at the University Guest House, appearing alongside 25 of the 33 state executive members, signaling a significant shift in the ongoing power struggle. The majority support from the ex
  
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• ‘I made you governor,’ Senator Marafa mocks Matawalle

  11-12-2025 17:41 via vanguardngr.com
  By Idris Salisu, GusauSenator Kabiru Garba Marafa, has challenged the Defence Minister for state Bello Mohammed Matawalle, for his claimed to have assisted him while he was a Governor in Zamfara state, said it was him who supported Matawalle as he made him to become a Governor in 2023.Senator Marafa in a statement by the Chairman Marafa Support Group, Alhaji Surajo Garba Maikatako, said for Matawalle to claimed that he assisted Senator Kabiru Garba Marafa is a complete falsehood.Maikatako, said
  
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• Vote Buying: Why we’ve not charged those arrested in Anambra to court – INEC

  11-12-2025 17:12 via vanguardngr.com
  … says poor telecommunication service hinder speedy upload of resultsBy Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA–The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, on Thursday, gave reasons why those that were arrested for engaging in vote-buying during the recent governorship election in Anambra state, have not been charged to court.According to him, whereas the INEC is statutorily empowered to prosecute electoral offenders, however, security agencies t
  
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• 2027: Fubara drums support for Tinubu’s reelection

  11-12-2025 16:48 via vanguardngr.com
  By Davies Iheamnachor, PORT HARCOURTRivers State Governor, Sir Siminialayi Fubara, has called on Rivers people to rally behind President Bola Tinubu on his reelection bid, saying that the state stands to benefit more when the federal and state governments align.Fubara made the appeal on Thursday during the commissioning of 12 km Egbeda–Omerelu link road connecting communities in Emohua and Ikwerre Local Government Areas.Fubara said his administration is willing to work with all pro-Tinubu
  
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• Nigerian leaders treat public office as family business — Sanusi

  11-12-2025 13:58 via vanguardngr.com
  Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi, has accused Nigeria’s political elite of deliberately undermining the country’s development by treating public office as a personal and family enterprise.Speaking on Wednesday at the 15th anniversary celebration of Enough is Enough (EiE) Nigeria in Lagos, Sanusi said the political class has repeatedly squandered national opportunities because its priorities are self-serving.“We have done enough damage, and maybe we need to stop. Sometimes these
  
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• Rivers crisis: I’ve suffered too much because I refused to tell my side of the story — Fubara

  11-12-2025 02:48 via vanguardngr.com
  …Explains why he hasn’t met with Amaewhule, othersBy Daniel Abia & Davies IheamnachorPORT HARCOURT— Governor Siminialayi Fubara of Rivers State has said he suffered so much as a governor because he refused to tell his own side of the story in the lingering political crisis in the state.Fubara also explained that he has not been able to meet with the Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, and the other lawmakers, after the state of emergency in the stat
  
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• PDP: Tensions ease as 27 state chairmen declare full loyalty to Turaki-led NWC

  10-12-2025 20:32 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous Jannamike, ABUJATensions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) eased markedly on Wednesday after state chairmen from across the country pledged full loyalty to the National Working Committee (NWC) led by National Chairman, Dr Tanimu Turaki, SAN, a development that signals growing consolidation in the opposition party ahead of the 2027 general elections.The endorsement was made during an interactive session at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja, where members of the newl
  
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• 2026: Tinubu meets Osun APC governorship aspirants in Aso Villa

  10-12-2025 16:47 via vanguardngr.com
  — Harps on party unity, consensus buildingBy Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has appealed to governorship aspirants of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the 2026 election for unity and consensus-building ahead of the party’s primary on December 13.The President made the appeal when he met with the aspirants at the State House, Abuja, on Monday night.The Osun State governorship aspirants who attended the meeting with the President include former Deputy Gov
  
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• Fubara denies rift with lawmakers, calls for support for Tinubu

  10-12-2025 15:47 via vanguardngr.com
  By Daniel Abia, Port HarcourtRivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has dismissed claims of a brewing crisis between him and federal or state lawmakers from the state, describing such reports as unfounded.Fubara made the clarification on Wednesday during the commissioning of the extended and dualised 28.4-kilometre Ahoada–Omoku Road. He said arrangements have already been made for a meeting with the lawmakers, to be convened by former Governor and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, elder states
  
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• Senator Ningi raises alarm over selective withdrawal of police orderlies; Senate to probe allegations

  10-12-2025 15:07 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry UmoruABUJA — Tensions rose in the Senate on Wednesday as Senator Abdul Ningi (PDP, Bauchi Central) raised concerns over the selective implementation of President Bola Tinubu’s directive to withdraw police orderlies from VIPs, arguing that daughters and sons of political office holders, ministers, business executives, and entertainers continue to enjoy security protection.Speaking through a point of order, Ningi condemned the withdrawal of his only police orderly, describing
  
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• Tinubu orders comprehensive enforcement of police withdrawal from VIPs

  10-12-2025 15:03 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruPresident Bola Tinubu on Wednesday ordered total compliance with his earlier directive withdrawing all policemen attached to Very Important Personalities, VIPs, across the country.The President also directed the Minister of Interior, the Inspector-General of Police, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to ensure the immediate replacement of police officers on special security duties, to prevent people from being left exposed.The President, who gave the
  
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• Osun 2026: Adeleke emerges Accord Party governorship candidate

  10-12-2025 13:02 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboOsun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Accord Party for next year’s governorship election.Vanguard had reported how no fewer than 150 delegates of the Accord Party are set to pick the party’s governorship candidate as its leadership cleared Governor Ademola Adeleke as the sole candidate.Adeleke joined the party on Tuesday evening after leaving the Peoples Democratic Party, citing crisis as the ground for his resi
  
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• Breaking: 150 delegates gather to pick Accord gov candidate in Osun

  10-12-2025 10:55 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboNo fewer than 150 delegates of the Accord Party are set to pick the party’s governorship candidate as its leadership cleared Governor Ademola Adeleke as the sole candidate.Adeleke joined the party on Tuesday evening after leaving the Peoples Democratic Party, citing crisis as the ground for his resignation.At the time of filing this report, 150 delegates, five from each local government council area of the state, are seated at the venue waiting to commence the exe
  
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• 150 delegates gather to pick Accord gov candidate in Osun

  10-12-2025 10:55 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboNo fewer than 150 delegates of the Accord Party are set to pick the party’s governorship candidate as its leadership cleared Governor Ademola Adeleke as the sole candidate.Adeleke joined the party on Tuesday evening after leaving the Peoples Democratic Party, citing crisis as the ground for his resignation.At the time of filing this report, 150 delegates, five from each local government council area of the state, are seated at the venue waiting to commence the exe
  
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• Fubara’s exit a ‘self-inflicted injury – PDP

  09-12-2025 20:41 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeThe Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has warned that Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) poses a serious threat to Nigeria’s democratic equilibrium, saying the move accelerates the country’s drift toward a ‘one-party state.’The party argued that the political upheaval in Rivers State reflects a deeper erosion of democratic norms and the growing influence of powerful actors over state institutions.In a sta
  
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• Adeleke set to join Accord Party

  09-12-2025 18:50 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboWith barely 24 hours to the Accord Party governorship primary in Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke has concluded arrangements to defect to the party.A high-level event is currently ongoing at the Government House Banquet Hall, where the governor is expected to formally announce his move and seek the party’s ticket to contest for re-election next year.Top government appointees are in attendance, alongside national officials of the Accord Party, many of whom were
  
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