Atiku Emerges Early Frontrunner in ADC Presidential Primary
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has taken an early lead in the African Democratic Congress presidential primary, securing victories in six states as results continue to emerge from the ongoing exercise. Atiku has won in Sokoto, Abia, Osun, Gombe, Ebonyi and Zamfara states, positioning himself ahead of other contenders including former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi and economist Mohammed Hayatu-Deen.
Federal Court Declares Jonathan Eligible for 2027 Presidential Election
A Federal High Court in Abuja has cleared former President Goodluck Jonathan to participate in the 2027 presidential election. Justice Peter Lifu delivered the judgment on Tuesday while hearing a suit filed by lawyer Johnmary Jideobi, ruling that Jonathan remains constitutionally qualified to contest the presidential poll.
FG Reduces Train Fares by 50 Percent for Eid-el-Kabir Celebration
The Federal Government has approved a 50 percent reduction in fares across all passenger train services operated by the Nigerian Railway Corporation to mark the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The announcement was made by the Federal Ministry of Transportation through a statement signed by Permanent Secretary Engr. Funsho Adebiyi.
Amaechi Rejects ADC Presidential Primary Results Over Irregularities
Former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi has rejected the outcome of the African Democratic Congress presidential primaries, citing widespread irregularities and voter disenfranchisement. In a statement posted on X following the exercise, Amaechi stated that the process failed to meet acceptable standards of fairness and transparency.
Court Affirms INEC’s Authority to Set and Alter Election Timetable
A Federal High Court in Abuja has upheld the Independent National Electoral Commission’s power to issue and modify the election timetable for the 2027 general election. Justice James Omotosho ruled on Tuesday that INEC’s published timetable, which sets deadlines for party primaries and submission of candidates’ particulars, is valid and legally issued.
Wike-Backed PDP Adopts Sandy Onor as Consensus Presidential Candidate
The Peoples Democratic Party faction backed by Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has adopted Senator Sandy Onor as its consensus presidential candidate for the 2027 election. Senator Onor, who represented Cross River Central in the National Assembly between 2019 and 2023, was the sole aspirant to purchase the party’s presidential nomination form for the race.
Mohammed Hayatu-Deen Withdraws from ADC Presidential Race
Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, one of three aspirants vying for the African Democratic Congress presidential ticket, has announced his withdrawal from the next phase of the primary election. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Hayatu-Deen cited reports of widespread vote rigging across the country as evidence that the credibility of the process has been compromised.
Federal Court Sets July 6 for Judgment in Malami Forfeiture Case
A Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled July 6 for judgment in the forfeiture suit filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission against 57 properties allegedly linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik set the date on Tuesday after both counsels adopted their processes and presented their respective arguments.
Pantami Joins PDP, Clinches Gombe Governorship Ticket
Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, the immediate past Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, has joined the Peoples Democratic Party and secured the party’s governorship ticket in Gombe State. Pantami emerged as the party’s flagbearer through voice affirmation during the primary election held on Tuesday.
NDLEA Re-arrests Suspected Drug Trafficker Declared Dead by Wife
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has re-arrested suspected drug trafficker Ibrahim Yusuf Lawal, who allegedly jumped bail and was falsely declared dead by his wife in court documents. The Edo State Commander of the NDLEA, Mitchell Ofoyeju, disclosed on Tuesday that the suspect was brought before the Federal High Court in Benin on May 26, 2026, after operatives discovered he was alive despite death claims submitted in an affidavit.
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