Osun APC denies allegations made by lawmaker about transfer of INEC employees

Osun State’s All Progressives Congress (APC) has blasted the state assembly for allegedly associating a past governor with recent personnel transfers at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Osun APC Director of Media and Information Kola Olabisi released a statement on Thursday describing the charges made by lawmakers led by Speaker Adewale Egbedun as baseless. … Read more

When asked why the Turaki-led PDP met with ADC officials, Makinde said, “We came on solidarity

After the PDP group led by Taminu Turaki met with ADC leaders following their Ocuppy INEC protest, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde clarified why this visit was necessary. Amidst the current political turmoil, Makinde visited the ADC’s factional leadership to show solidarity, according to him. Following an all-night meeting between ADC and a portion of … Read more

Dino Melaye’s INEC is now the APC’s department

Dino Melaye, a former senator from Kogi West and strongman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has blasted the INEC, claiming it has become an arm of the ruling APC. Melaye stated that INEC was prejudiced and had misunderstood a court judgement. The ADC leader expressed his disapproval of the electoral body’s decisions in a … Read more

Jakduwa, a Yobe lawmaker, defected to the APC after leaving the PDP

Hon. Hassan Kaikaku Jakduwa, who represented Bade/Jakusko Federal Constituency in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) following his resignation. The legislator announced this on Sunday via his official Facebook page, stating that the decision was made after thorough consideration and extensive consultations. “My decision is motivated by a desire … Read more

Consider governance outcomes over partisanship when picking candidates: APC group to Tinubu

The APC National Vanguard, a group within the All Progressives Congress, has encouraged President Bola Tinubu to prioritise governance achievements over partisan factors when selecting candidates for party elective positions. The group cautioned that leadership changes could undermine previous accomplishments, emphasising the need of allowing a successful administration to solidify its achievements. Dr. Gbenga Salam, … Read more

Tension in the Oyo APC about alleged consensus candidates

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State is divided over a claimed list of “consensus” candidates that appeared over the weekend. Some party executives allegedly developed a list of candidates for governor, deputy gubernatorial, senatorial, and House of Representatives positions. The list suggested that Dr Sharafadeen Alli, Senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District, had … Read more

Opinions diverge as Republicans ‘cage politicians’ ahead of party primary

Political defections spiked in Nigeria a few weeks ago as the 2027 general elections approached, with governors, MPs, and party leaders switching allegiances in what analysts described as a deliberate realignment changing the country’s political landscape. On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, the House of Representatives changed the Electoral Act to criminalise multiple political party membership, … Read more

Attack against our Rivers secretariat is a direct assault on democracy – ADC

The African Democratic Congress, or ADC, denounced the attack on its Secretariat in Ubima, Rivers State, by thugs it termed as criminals. Bolaji Abdullahi, ADC’s spokesman, denounced the action as a clear assault on democracy. In a statement he signed, Abdullahi said: “The African Democratic Congress (ADC) strongly condemns the criminal attack on our party … Read more