Tinubu Warns Religious Leaders Against Using Pulpits to Fuel 2027 Election Tensions

ABUJA — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Christian leaders to use their influence to promote peaceful participation ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, warning that churches and pulpits must not become channels for political incitement, hate speech or religious division. The President’s message came as political activities gradually intensify ahead of the next […]

Fintiri Congratulates Adeleke, Says Osun Election Reflects Voters’ Choice

Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has congratulated Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke following Adeleke’s victory in the Osun State governorship election, describing the outcome as an expression of the electorate’s preference. Fintiri said the result demonstrated the desire of Osun voters for continuity, responsive governance and leadership focused on improving the welfare of citizens. […]

Osun Political Tension Deepens as Adeleke Urges Tinubu to Intervene Ahead of Future Elections

Political tensions in Osun State have taken another turn after Governor Ademola Adeleke publicly appealed to President Bola Tinubu to step into what he described as an increasingly volatile political atmosphere, warning that continued unrest could threaten lives and democratic stability in the state. The governor made the appeal following a political campaign event in […]

Osun Governorship Poll: Adeleke Raises Alarm Over Election Security, Urges Tinubu to Prevent Vote Manipulation

As preparations intensify for the forthcoming Osun State governorship election, Governor Ademola Adeleke has publicly appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ensure the electoral process remains credible, transparent, and free from manipulation. Speaking during a political rally attended by supporters, the governor warned that residents of Osun State would reject any attempt to undermine […]

Why Election Petitions Can Reshape Political Careers in Nigeria

Election victories do not always mark the end of a political contest. In Nigeria, candidates who are declared winners at the polls can still face months of legal challenges before their mandates are finally settled. Election petitions have become one of the most influential stages of the democratic process, with the power to overturn results, […]

Atiku Urges Federal Government to Guarantee Peter Obi’s Safety Amid Rising Political Tension Ahead of 2027

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Federal Government to ensure the safety of Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, following the former Anambra State governor’s claim that he has received threats to his life. The appeal comes as Nigeria’s political atmosphere gradually heats up ahead of the […]

Atiku Abubakar Holds Talks With EU Envoy Ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 Election Cycle

As political activities gradually build toward Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has disclosed that he held discussions with Gautier Mignot, focusing on the country’s democratic process and broader Nigeria-European Union relations. The meeting, which took place at Atiku’s residence in Abuja, brought together the former presidential candidate and the Head of […]

INEC Confirms Over ₦500 Billion Released for 2027 Elections, Says Preparations Already Underway

Nigeria’s electoral body has confirmed that it has received more than half of the funds earmarked for the conduct of the 2027 general elections, a development it says is enabling early preparations for one of the country’s biggest democratic exercises. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) disclosed that it has so far received over ₦500 […]

INEC Extends Continuous Voter Registration Deadline, Introduces Fully Online Registration for First-Time Voters

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced a two-week extension of Nigeria’s nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, while also unveiling a new digital self-service registration platform designed to make voter registration more accessible for eligible Nigerians. The latest development is expected to give thousands of citizens who have not yet registered another opportunity […]

The Untold Battles Behind Nigeria’s Biggest Political Decisions: Power, Influence and the Cost of Change

Nigeria’s political history has never been shaped by elections alone. Behind many of the country’s biggest decisions were intense struggles involving leaders, institutions, regional interests, economic pressures, and public expectations. From independence to democratic transitions, constitutional changes, economic reforms, and major policy shifts, every defining moment created winners, weakened old power structures, and changed the […]

Inside Nigeria’s Political Power Game: The Moves Shaping the Future of Leadership

Nigeria’s political landscape is rarely shaped only by campaign seasons or election-day results. Long before voters head to the polls, a complex network of alliances, negotiations, influence, and strategic decisions begins to determine who controls the direction of the country. Across the political space, public statements, party movements, new partnerships, and disagreements often reflect deeper […]

Why Political Trials Are Increasing Around the World: The New Battle Between Justice and Power

Political trials have become a growing feature of global headlines, with former presidents, opposition leaders, government officials, and influential political figures increasingly facing court cases over corruption allegations, election disputes, abuse of power, and other charges. From established democracies to emerging political systems, the rise in high-profile legal battles has sparked a major debate: are […]

Behind the Scenes of Nigeria’s Latest Political Legal Drama: How Courtrooms Are Shaping the Nation’s Political Future

Nigeria’s political landscape is entering another defining moment as courtrooms increasingly become the centre stage for battles that could influence party structures, public confidence, and the direction of the country’s democracy. From disputes involving political parties to high-profile corruption proceedings and constitutional questions, legal institutions are playing a bigger role than ever in deciding issues […]