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Kwankwaso Working for Tinubu Behind the Scenes, Says Kano Governor’s Spokesperson
Sanusi Bature, spokesperson to Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, has alleged that Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, former national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), is indirectly advancing President Bola Tinubu’s political interests ahead…
Kwankwaso Backs Southern Presidency in 2027, Signals Readiness to Run With Obi
Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has declared support for zoning the presidency to southern Nigeria in the 2027 general election, while also expressing willingness to serve as running mate to Peter Obi under a proposed…
Malami Secures ADC Governorship Nomination Form Ahead of 2027 Kebbi Election
Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has formally obtained the governorship nomination form of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Kebbi State.
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Atiku, Amaechi and Hayatu-Deen Obtain ADC Presidential Nomination Forms for 2027
The contest for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general election has intensified after three aspirants — Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen — obtained nomination forms…
Senate Passes Electoral Act Amendment to Address Conflicting Pre-Election Court Rulings
The Senate has passed an amendment to the Electoral Act 2026 aimed at establishing clear jurisdiction for pre-election matters and reducing conflicting court judgments arising from disputes over party primaries and candidate nominations.
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Bala Mohammed Officially Joins APM, Declares for Bauchi South Senate Seat
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has formally declared his intention to contest the Bauchi South Senatorial District seat under the platform of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Governor Mohammed…