By Prosper Okoye The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has urged the public to disregard results circulating on social media following its nationwide primary elections, insisting that only the party’s National Executive Council (NEC) is authorised to announce the outcome. In a statement issued on Monday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, said the results...
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Massive Turnout as Gbenga Hashim Emerges Accord Party Presidential Candidate
Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim has emerged as the preferred presidential candidate of the Accord Party following the successful conduct of the party’s affirmation primaries held across several states of the federation. The exercise, which recorded a massive turnout of party members and supporters, saw Dr. Hashim secure overwhelming affirmative votes, affirming his position as the party’s...
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Saraki Hosts Ileya Hangout in Ilorin, Combines Celebration With Free Medical Services
Former Senate President and Waziri Ngeri of Ilorin Emirate, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, last Thursday hosted his annual Ileya Hangout to mark the Eid-el-Adha festival, bringing together hundreds of supporters, associates, and community and religious leaders from across Kwara State in a warm and festive gathering that blended celebration with community service. The Ileya hangout,...
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YPP Ready for 2027 as Party Picks Female Presidential Candidate — Adedotun
The Young Progressives Party (YPP) is united and ready to compete for power in the 2027 general election following the successful conclusion of its national convention and presidential primary, Federal Capital Territory Chairman Abraham Simon Adedotun said on Saturday. Speaking after the convention in Abuja, Adedotun said disagreements that emerged during the proceedings had been...
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Saraki Charges Young Women on Leadership, Education as Hundreds Receive Empowerment Support
Former Senate President and Waziri Ngeri of Ilorin Emirate, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has urged young women to take their future seriously by embracing education, vocational training, skills acquisition, and active civic participation as pathways to leadership, self-development, and societal impact. According to his Press Officer on Local Matters, Abdulganiyu Abdulqadir, Saraki gave the charge...
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YPP affirms Blessing to battle Ireti in 2027 FCT Senate race
By Prosper Okoye The Young Progressive Party (YPP) has confirmed Blessing Ufedojo Benyeogor as its candidate for the 2027 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) senatorial election, setting up a contest against incumbent Senator Ireti Kingibe of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Benyeogor said her decision to contest was driven by concerns over governance gaps in the...
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NDC Shifts Activities Over Eid Holidays, Confirms Nationwide Primaries for May 29
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has confirmed that its presidential, governorship, National Assembly and state assembly primaries will hold nationwide on May 29 despite disruptions caused by the Eid-el-Kabir holidays. The party said logistical challenges linked to the public holidays, including limited flight availability, had left many aspirants and members of its screening committees stranded...
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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Championing Civil Service Reform with Launch of ‘INSPIRE’ for Women
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has officially launched the “Inclusive Network for Supporting Progressive Leadership, Innovation, Reform and Equity for Women” (INSPIRE) initiative. Unveiled at the International Civil Service Conference 2026 in Abuja, which was held under the theme “Reforms, Resilience and Results,” the program is designed to drive inclusion, leadership development, and professional...
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Offa APC Primary: Ashiru Camp Rejects Defeat Claims, Accuses Opponents of Spreading False Narratives
The camp of Deputy Senate Leader, Lola Ashiru, has dismissed claims that he lost the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary in Offa Local Government Area, insisting that the people of Offa overwhelmingly supported the lawmaker during the exercise. In a statement issued in Ilorin by his Legislative Aide, Olaitan Adeyanju, the Ashiru camp accused...
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CAN Kwara Clarifies Neutral Stance, Disowns Political Endorsements Ahead of Elections
The Kwara State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria has reaffirmed its non-partisan posture, declaring that it remains neutral and will not be involved in political endorsements or alignments ahead of upcoming elections. The association stated that it has not endorsed any political party or candidate, distancing itself from any claim or impression suggesting...