Nigeria Political news

• Three talking points from the Premier League weekend

  30-08-2026 21:31 via punchng.com
  
  Catch up on the Premier League weekend’s biggest talking points. Chelsea and Man City impress, while Liverpool and Tottenham face early struggles.Read More: https://punchng.com/three-talking-points-from-the-premier-league-weekend-3/
  
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• Sylva dumps APC, accuses Tinubu government of failure

  31-08-2026 13:22 via thesun.ng
  
  Former Bayelsa State governor and ex-Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress, APC, citing the alleged erosion of the party’s founding ideals.
  Sylva announced his resignation in a letter addressed to the APC chairman in Ward 4, Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State on Monday.
  “Having consulted widely with my family, associates, colleagues and sympathisers, I wish to formally tender my resignation from the All Pro
  
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• 2027: APC defends campaign council list, dismisses Atiku’s subsidy pledge

  31-08-2026 12:38 via thesun.ng
  
  The All Progressives Congress (APC) has defended the composition of its presidential campaign council ahead of the 2027 general election while acknowledging that the list could still be reviewed or rearranged.
  Kemi Asekun-Shittu, spokesperson for the APC Presidential Campaign Council, said the list was not final and could be adjusted after further consideration by the party.
  Speaking on the development, Asekun-Shittu said some of the appointments were political and would therefore be subject to
  
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• Igbos in FCT call for renaissance, endorse LP candidate for AMAC/Bwari Federal Constituency

  31-08-2026 11:32 via thesun.ng
  
  The leadership of the Igbo Communities Association (ICA) in the Federal Capital Territory has called for an ethnic rebirth aimed at strengthening political and economic influence, saying this can only be achieved when Igbos rally around their own.
  The call came on the sidelines of what the association described as ethnic rediscovery and cultural reorientation across various ethnic groups in Nigeria, adding that the Igbo people would not be left behind.
  President-General of the ICA, Nze Ellis Eze
  
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• We are Nigeria’s problem, pray for us politicians – Peter Obi

  31-08-2026 11:27 via thesun.ng
  
  Former Anambra State Governor and National Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has acknowledged that politicians and poor leadership are largely responsible for Nigeria’s persistent problem.
  Obi made the remarks on Sunday while speaking at Koinonia Global, led by Apostle Joshua Selman, where he appealed to Nigerians to include political leaders in their prayers.
  According to the former governor, Nigeria is not inherently defective, but has suffered from poor leadership a
  
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• Don’t insult opponents, show them my scorecard, Wadada tells supporters

  31-08-2026 11:06 via thesun.ng
  
  Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada, governorship aspirant of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Nasarawa State, has cautioned his supporters against insulting political opponents, urging them to respond to criticism by showcasing his achievements and what he plans to do if elected governor in 2027.
  Wadada gave the advice while addressing members and stakeholders of the Wadada Project in Keffi on Sunday, where he also urged his supporters to preach peace and convince the people with facts and ideas rat
  
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• Wike, Fubara hold first meeting after bitter political feud

  31-08-2026 10:52 via thesun.ng
  
  Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Sunday hosted Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, at his residence in Port Harcourt, in their first reported meeting since Fubara withdrew from the 2027 governorship race.
  The meeting comes as the former political allies continue efforts to consolidate their reconciliation after a prolonged dispute that plunged Rivers politics into crisis.
  Wike was joined at the meeting by Kingsley Chinda, the All Progressives Congress governorship
  
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• Gunmen kill popular comedian, one other in Anambra

  31-08-2026 09:35 via punchng.com
  
  Tragedy struck Awka, the Anambra State capital, late on Sunday when unidentified assailants allegedly shot dead a popular comedian and media personality, Isaac Nwosu, popularly known as ‘Aiza Nwosu’, as well as an unidentified middle-aged man. It was gathered that the two victims were shot at separate locations by the same assailants. While the comedianRead More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-kill-popular-comedian-one-other-in-anambra/
  
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• From Enzo Fernandez to Alvarez: EPL transfers to watch before deadline

  31-08-2026 09:35 via punchng.com
  
  Premier League clubs are racing against time to complete key transfers before the summer window closes on Tuesday at 23:00 BST, with several high-profile deals still hanging in the balance. According to BBC Sport on Monday, among the biggest names who could move before the deadline are Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez, Chelsea midfielder EnzoRead More: https://punchng.com/from-enzo-fernandez-to-alvarez-epl-transfers-to-watch-before-deadline/
  
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• 2027 elections: We didn’t replace NDC candidates – INEC

  31-08-2026 09:28 via thesun.ng
  
  The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has denied allegations by the Nigeria Democratic Congress that it removed the party’s candidates for the 2027 general elections and replaced them with names allegedly unknown to the party.
  The allegations, which mainly concern some State House of Assembly constituencies in Anambra State, were dismissed by INEC’s Chief Press Secretary and Media Adviser to the INEC Chairman, Adedayo Oketola.
  The NDC had accused INEC officials of uplo
  
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• Transmission faults cut power allocations to Lagos, Abuja, others

  31-08-2026 09:16 via punchng.com
  
  The Nigerian Independent System Operator has attributed recent reductions in electricity allocations to Distribution Companies serving Lagos, Abuja and the northern parts of the country to multiple transmission line outages that constrained the capacity of the national grid. The system operator said the outages forced it to adjust generation dispatch and power allocations to ensureRead More: https://punchng.com/transmission-faults-cut-power-allocations-to-lagos-abuja-others/
  
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• EPL: Sons of fallen police officer lead Man United team as mascots

  31-08-2026 09:16 via punchng.com
  
  Two sons of PC Matthew Blades, a police officer killed in a crash, led the Manchester United team as mascots at Old Trafford in a touching tribute.Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-sons-of-fallen-police-officer-lead-man-united-team-as-mascots/
  
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• Morning recap: Dangote defends petrol price hikes, APC-ADC subsidy row, other top stories

  31-08-2026 09:06 via punchng.com
  
  Making the headlines this morning, August 31, 2026, are stories that revolve around politics and energy costs, particularly how political parties and actors are making strategic moves towards the upcoming 2027 general elections. In just eight days, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced the third increase in its PMS (petrol) gantry price. However, the refineryRead More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-dangote-defends-petrol-price-hikes-apc-adc-subsidy-row-other-top-stories/
  
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• From Immigrant Dream to African Movement: Elueze Empowers a New Generation of African Girls

  31-08-2026 09:06 via punchng.com
  
  Ten years ago, when I left Nigeria for America, I carried with me a dream I could not yet name. Like many immigrants, I arrived with hope, determination and a desire to build something meaningful. I did not know then what that dream would become or how far it would eventually travel. That dream becameRead More: https://punchng.com/from-immigrant-dream-to-african-movement-elueze-empowers-a-new-generation-of-african-girls/
  
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• LEKKI GARDENS EXPOSED! Finally, everyone can see the truth!

  31-08-2026 08:57 via punchng.com
  
  Discover the truth about Lekki Gardens’ success in real estate. Learn how they’ve delivered thousands of homes and helped investors build wealth across LagRead More: https://punchng.com/lekki-gardens-exposed-finally-everyone-can-see-the-truth/
  
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• INEC denies replacing NDC candidates for 2027 elections

  31-08-2026 08:56 via punchng.com
  
  The Independent National Electoral Commission has denied allegations by the Nigeria Democratic Congress that it removed candidates nominated by the party for the 2027 general elections and replaced them with names allegedly unknown to the party. The allegations, which particularly concern some State House of Assembly constituencies in Anambra State, were addressed by INEC’s ChiefRead More: https://punchng.com/inec-denies-replacing-ndc-candidates-for-2027-elections/
  
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• Today’s Opposition Gathering in Abuja: The choice before presidential candidates

  31-08-2026 08:50 via vanguardngr.com
  By Jide AjaniTHE Ibadan Declaration of April 2026 was a beautiful document – a poem of political intent, signed with the ink of desperation. But as the opposition leaders meet once again today in Abuja, the gathering of Nigeria’s political heavyweights resembles not an army preparing for battle, but a fleet of captains, each insisting that only his vision can rescue the nation.Read Also: 2027 Campaign: What we want to hear from candidates – StakeholdersIn Tony Blair’s A
  
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• NRC, NSCDC foil railway vandalism attempt, recover nine cylinders in Osun

  31-08-2026 08:40 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian Railway Corporation and NSCDC foiled a railway vandalism attempt in Osun, recovering nine oxygen cylinders. Learn more about efforts to protect naRead More: https://punchng.com/nrc-nscdc-foil-railway-vandalism-attempt-recover-nine-cylinders-in-osun/
  
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• 2027: Opposition parties seek alliance to defeat Tinubu

  31-08-2026 08:26 via thesun.ng
  
  Opposition parties and political actors will converge on Abuja on Monday for a summit aimed at building a common strategy to challenge President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress in the 2027 presidential election.
  The summit, organised by the G-100 political pressure group led by former Director-General of the Progressives Governors Forum, Salihu Lukman, is expected to focus on cooperation among opposition parties, including the possibility of coordinating their campaigns and
  
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• Latest developments in the US-Iran war

  31-08-2026 08:06 via punchng.com
  
  Stay updated on the US Iran war with the latest developments, including US strikes on Iran, Iranian retaliation, and diplomatic efforts.Read More: https://punchng.com/latest-developments-in-the-us-iran-war/
  
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• No good relationship between Chelsea, Villa – Emery

  31-08-2026 07:57 via punchng.com
  
  Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has dismissed suggestions of a good relationship between Chelsea and his club despite a series of transfers between the two Premier League sides. Emiliano Martinez completed his move from Villa to Chelsea on Sunday, becoming the eighth player to move between the clubs in the past four years. The ArgentinaRead More: https://punchng.com/no-good-relationship-between-chelsea-villa-emery/
  
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• Nigerian woman arrested in India with N40.9m cocaine

  31-08-2026 07:57 via punchng.com
  
  A Nigerian woman has been arrested in India with 57.18 grammes of cocaine valued at N40.9m. She was reportedly travelling from Mumbai to Indore to supply tRead More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-woman-arrested-in-india-with-n40-9m-cocaine/
  
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• Djokovic crashes out of US Open first round

  31-08-2026 07:57 via punchng.com
  
  Ailing Novak Djokovic suffered his earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years on Sunday, falling in five brutal sets to Mariano Navone in the first round of the US Open. The 48th-ranked Argentine’s 7-6 (7/5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1 victory ended Djokovic’s latest bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title, the monumental achievement lookingRead More: https://punchng.com/djokovic-crashes-out-of-us-open-first-round/
  
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• Lured online, sold for $5,000: How Nigerian youths are trapped in Asia’s cyber-slave camps (1)

  31-08-2026 07:11 via punchng.com
  
  When Sabiu demanded to leave the compound, his boss gave him an answer that still haunts him: “I had paid $5,000 to buy you.” What began as a promised job in Laos had become captivity. His passport was gone, his savings were stolen and armed guards watched over a workforce forced to scam strangers online.Read More: https://punchng.com/lured-online-sold-for-5000-how-nigerian-youths-are-trapped-in-asias-cyber-slave-camps-1/
  
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• Firm revives idle $28m oil rig after eight years

  31-08-2026 07:04 via punchng.com
  
  An indigenous oil firm, Nestoil Group, has announced the deployment of its Pathfinder 500 drilling rig for the first time since its acquisition about eight years ago, completing workover operations on two producing wells in Oil Mining Lease 42 without recording any health, safety and environment incidents. The development is expected to support efforts toRead More: https://punchng.com/firm-revives-idle-28m-oil-rig-after-eight-years/
  
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• Ajaokuta Steel risks power cut over N5.46bn debt

  31-08-2026 07:01 via punchng.com
  
  The moribund Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited and its host community risk being disconnected from electricity supply over unpaid obligations totalling N5.46bn, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has disclosed. The NERC, in its just-released 2025 Annual Report, said the steel company and the host community failed to make any payment towards energy invoices and service chargesRead More: https://punchng.com/ajaokuta-steel-risks-power-cut-over-n5-46bn-debt/
  
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• Pension inflows surge 42% despite idle accounts

  31-08-2026 06:19 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s pension contributions surged 42% in Q1 2026, reaching N147.16m. Discover why this growth coexists with 91.4% dormant pension accounts.Read More: https://punchng.com/pension-inflows-surge-42-despite-idle-accounts/
  
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• Access Holdings Board approves H1 2026 financials

  31-08-2026 06:19 via punchng.com
  
  The Board of Directors of Access Holdings Plc has approved the Group’s audited interim consolidated and separate financial statements for the half-year ended 30 June 2026. The decision was taken during the board’s meeting held on 27 August 2026, marking a significant step in the group’s financial reporting calendar. “The financial statements were considered andRead More: https://punchng.com/access-holdings-board-approves-h1-2026-financials/
  
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• Ajah-Lekki markets, facilities face waste compliance enforcement

  31-08-2026 06:09 via punchng.com
  
  The Lagos Waste Management Authority has identified a number of markets, commercial and institutional facilities across the Ajah-Lekki Axis for compliance enforcement over persistent violations of waste management requirements and other environmental regulations. The Director of Public Affairs at LAWMA, Mukaila Sanusi, disclosed this in a recent statement obtained by The PUNCH. Speaking on theRead More: https://punchng.com/ajah-lekki-markets-facilities-face-waste-compliance-enforcement/
  
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• 2027: ADC tasks Yari over N15.8trn fuel subsidy gains

  31-08-2026 06:01 via thesun.ng
  
  From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja
  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has challenged the Director General of President Bola Tinubu Presidential Campaign, Senator Abdul’aziz Yari, to explain to Nigerians what they have gained from the N15.8 trillion reportedly saved from the removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal Government.
  The ADC, in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, yesterday, said Yari’s explanation was necessary as he is saddled with convincing Nigeria
  
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