Atiku yet to declare 2027 ambition, says aide
Atiku Abubakar has not declared his 2027 presidential ambition, with his camp clarifying that his BBC Hausa interview was misrepresented.
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Obidients dismiss Atiku’s remarks, insist Obi won’t join “dollarised” primaries
Supporters of Peter Obi have dismissed Atiku Abubakar’s 2027 declaration, insisting Obi would not participate in “dollarised primaries” dominated by vote-buying.
Jandor declares himself better qualified than Seyi Tinubu for Lagos governorship
Jandor says Seyi Tinubu is eligible to run for Lagos governor but insists he is more experienced.
Atiku dismisses reports of stepping down ahead of 2027 race
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has denied reports suggesting he would step down for another candidate ahead of the 2027 elections.
Atiku: I am ready to concede if a younger aspirant secures ADC presidential ticket
Atiku Abubakar says he will bow out of the ADC presidential contest and support a younger candidate should such an aspirant beat him for the ticket.
Court dismisses suit challenging Tinubu’s Rivers emergency proclamation
A Federal High Court has dismissed a suit against President Tinubu’s Rivers State emergency proclamation, ruling that the plaintiffs lacked legal standing.
Jandor declares 2027 Lagos governorship bid under APC
Olajide Adediran (Jandor) has declared his 2027 Lagos governorship ambition under the APC while pledging support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid.
Peter Obi: Tinubu-led APC has wiped out legacies of former leaders
Peter Obi accused the ruling APC of eroding Nigeria’s economic and democratic progress since 1999 while expressing hope that the nation can recover under competent leadership.
Atiku hints at backing younger candidate in 2027
Atiku Abubakar says he is ready to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race if a younger, vibrant and widely acceptable candidate emerges under the African Democratic Congress.
Lagos loses five female council officials in two months
Adebimpe Akintola’s death brings to five the number of female Lagos council officials who have died in just two months.