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  • 2027: Delta Governor’s Aide Dismisses Peter Obi’s Presidential Chances, Says “I Don’t See You Winning”

    A senior aide to the Delta State Governor, Ossai Ovie Success, has downplayed the chances of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ahead of the 2027 general election, saying he does not see him winning the presidency.

    The aide made the remarks in a post shared on his official Facebook page, where he directly addressed Obi’s political future and the evolving electoral landscape.

    “2023 Conditions Won’t Repeat In 2027”

    According to Ossai, the dynamics that shaped the 2023 presidential election will not be the same in 2027, insisting that voter behaviour and political momentum have already begun to shift.

    He argued that Peter Obi may not benefit from the same protest-driven support or regional and religious sentiments that influenced the last election cycle.

    “I don’t see you winning,” he stated, adding that the Labour Party candidate’s future political path may face stronger resistance in the next election.

    Obi’s 2023 Performance Still Shapes Debate

    Peter Obi, who contested the 2023 presidential election under the Labour Party, emerged as one of the leading contenders in a tightly contested race that reshaped Nigeria’s political conversation.

    His strong support base, especially among young voters and urban populations, positioned him as a key third-force candidate and significantly disrupted the traditional dominance of Nigeria’s major political parties.

    The aide’s latest comments have now added fresh political tension ahead of the 2027 election cycle, as discussions around possible realignments continue to grow.

    2027 Political Landscape Still Uncertain

    While political actors continue to speculate about 2027 outcomes, analysts say the race remains open, with shifting alliances and voter sentiments expected to play a major role in determining who emerges victorious.

  • Okowa Defeats Ned Nwoko In APC Delta North Primary As Senator Breaks Silence

    Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has reportedly emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress (APC) Delta North senatorial primary election after defeating Senator Ned Nwoko by a wide margin.

    Results circulating online showed Okowa polling 113,309 votes in the primary election, while Ned Nwoko secured 2,612 votes. Another aspirant, Maryam Alli, reportedly received 40 votes.

    Okowa Records Wide Victory

    According to figures shared online by political commentator Ossai Ovie Success, the former governor dominated the exercise across the Delta North Senatorial District.

    The reported breakdown of the results showed:

    Sen. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa – 113,309 votes

    Sen. Ned Nwoko – 2,612 votes

    Maryam Alli – 40 votes

    The primary election has continued to generate reactions within Delta political circles as party members await official confirmation from the APC national leadership.

    Ned Nwoko Reacts After Primary Election

    Following the outcome of the exercise, Senator Ned Nwoko released a statement appreciating supporters across Delta North for what he described as massive participation and loyalty during the primary process.

    The senator said the turnout reflected strong political engagement and demonstrated the level of trust many constituents still have in his leadership and vision for the district.

    According to him, although he was awaiting the official declaration from the party’s national committee, reports from wards and local government areas already showed significant support from party members.

    Nwoko further stated that he does not take the support for granted, adding that it would continue to motivate his commitment to public service and representation.

    APC Delta North Primary Sparks Reactions

    The reported victory by Ifeanyi Okowa has stirred conversations online, especially given the political weight both figures carry in Delta State politics.

    Supporters of both camps have continued reacting to the outcome while awaiting the final official position of the APC on the senatorial primary election.

    The development also adds another major twist to political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections in Delta State.

  • Peter Obi Emerges Sole Presidential Aspirant As NDC Closes 2027 Nomination Forms

    Former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, has emerged as the sole presidential aspirant of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) following the closure of the party’s Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for the 2027 presidential election.

    Sources within the party disclosed that Obi was the only aspirant who purchased the presidential nomination forms before the deadline expired.

    NDC Extends Deadline For Other Positions

    The NDC, however, announced a one-week extension for aspirants seeking governorship, Senate, House of Representatives and State Houses of Assembly tickets.

    In a statement issued by the party’s National Secretary, Ikenna Morgan Enekweizu, the deadline earlier fixed for May 17 was extended to midnight of May 24, 2026.

    According to the statement, the extension applies only to legislative and governorship aspirants, while the presidential nomination process has officially closed.

    “The collection of Expression of Interest Forms for the office of the President has officially closed,” the statement noted.

    Screening To Begin May 19

    The party disclosed that screening and pre-qualification interviews for aspirants who purchased and completed the forms would commence on Tuesday, May 19, and end on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

    It added that the collection and return of Nomination Forms for screened and cleared aspirants would begin on May 20 and close on May 26.

    The NDC warned that no further extension would be granted beyond the new deadline.

    Party Lists Requirements For Aspirants

    The party directed all aspirants to appear before the screening committee with relevant documents, including educational certificates, birth certificate or declaration of age, passport photographs, voter’s card, NDC membership card and curriculum vitae.

    According to the statement, all submitted documents must be provided in six copies.

    The NDC also stated that aspirants would be assessed based on competence, character, capacity, local realities and the wishes of the electorate.

    The party further instructed the screening committee to consider its affirmative action policy for women, youths and persons living with disabilities during the exercise.

    Consensus Encouraged Ahead Of Primaries

    The party encouraged aspirants contesting for other elective offices to embrace consensus-building ahead of the primaries.

    It also stressed that only aspirants cleared through the screening process would be eligible to proceed with nomination forms.

  • Atiku Falls Ill As ADC Postpones Presidential Screening Amid Consensus Talks

    Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reportedly fallen ill and was placed on bed rest, a development said to have contributed to the postponement of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential screening exercise.

    Sources within the party disclosed that Atiku became ill over the weekend and has been receiving treatment from his personal physician at home.

    The development comes amid growing internal consultations within the ADC over the party’s presidential screening process ahead of the 2027 election.

    ADC Shifts Screening Exercise

    The ADC had earlier announced the postponement of its presidential screening exercise from Monday to Wednesday.

    Party insiders said the delay was linked to ongoing discussions among leading aspirants and party stakeholders over the possibility of adopting a consensus candidate.

    Key figures reportedly involved in the talks include former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi, Atiku Abubakar, and businessman Mohammed Hayatu-Deen.

    A source within the party said officials who visited Atiku over the weekend were informed that he was unwell.

    “We went to see him on Saturday to discuss the manifesto and they said he cannot come down because he was sick,” the source said.

    Another party source added that the former vice president remained indisposed as of Monday.

    “He fell seriously sick on Saturday. He was treated at home by his personal physician and placed on enforced bed rest throughout Sunday,” the source disclosed.

    Party Yet To Confirm Health Status

    According to insiders, ADC leadership was formally informed about Atiku’s condition after attempts to meet with him.

    “The party leadership was informed when they sought to see him. His current condition is still unclear,” another source said.

    The former vice president was last publicly seen during the submission of his nomination forms at the ADC national secretariat in Abuja before reports of his illness emerged.

    However, Atiku’s media aide, Paul Ibe, dismissed claims suggesting that the former vice president was seriously ill.

    ADC Cites Security Concerns

    Meanwhile, the ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, had earlier explained that the screening exercise was postponed due to internal adjustments and security concerns affecting some northern states.

    The party also announced that screening for certain federal lawmaker aspirants from affected northern areas would now take place in Abuja.

    As of the time of filing this report, the ADC had not officially confirmed Atiku Abubakar’s health condition.

  • Yahaya Bello Floors Rivals, Clinches APC Kogi Central Senate Ticket

    Former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary election for Kogi Central after recording a landslide victory in the exercise held on Monday.

    The direct primary election was conducted across the five local government areas in the Kogi Central Senatorial District, with party members voting to determine the APC candidate for the 2027 general elections.

    Bello Defeats Rivals by Huge Margin

    Announcing the results in Okene, the Returning Officer, Dr. Sadiq Mohammed, described the primary as peaceful, orderly, and credible.

    According to the results announced, Yahaya Bello secured a total of 72,399 votes to defeat Ibrahim Adoke, who polled 319 votes, while Momoh Yusuf Obaro received 188 votes.

    The former governor reportedly swept all five local government areas in the district.

    Breakdown of Votes Across LGAs

    Bello polled 18,341 votes in Adavi Local Government Area, 10,298 votes in Ajaokuta, 5,146 votes in Ogori/Magongo, 8,943 votes in Okehi, and recorded his highest tally of 29,621 votes in Okene Local Government Area.

    The returning officer said the outcome reflected the confidence party members had in Bello’s leadership and political structure across the district.

    “The exercise was peaceful and the outcome demonstrated the commitment of the APC to internal democracy,” he stated.

    APC Candidate for 2027 Senate Race

    With the victory, Yahaya Bello has now secured the APC ticket for the Kogi Central senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections.

    The former governor is expected to face candidates from other political parties in what is already shaping into one of the closely watched senatorial contests in Kogi State.

  • APC Makes U-Turn on Senate Primary Ban List, Removes Ben Murray-Bruce, Four Others

    The All Progressives Congress (APC) has revised its earlier list of senatorial aspirants barred from participating in the party’s Senate primaries, removing five names including former Senator Ben Murray-Bruce in a fresh update released on Monday.

    The updated document, signed by APC National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka, reduced the number of affected aspirants from 47 to 44.

    APC Removes Ben Murray-Bruce From Initial List

    Former Bayelsa East senator, Ben Murray-Bruce, whose name appeared on the earlier list of disqualified aspirants, was absent from the revised version released by the ruling party.

    The APC did not provide any official explanation for the sudden removal of his name.

    Four other aspirants also removed from the original list include Chimzobam Kingsley Nnalue from Anambra North, Gyang Yaya Zi San from Plateau North, Napoleon Binkap Bah from Plateau South, and Usman Ephraim Gar from Plateau Central.

    Fresh Names Added to Updated Document

    The party also introduced fresh changes to the revised list.

    Ibrahim Bala from Nasarawa West was newly listed among aspirants not cleared for the primaries, while Abdulkarim Abubakar Kana from the same district was recorded as having voluntarily withdrawn from the race.

    The APC also adjusted the status of some aspirants previously marked as “not cleared.”

    Benson Agadaga of Bayelsa East and Donald Daunemigita of Bayelsa West were reclassified as voluntary withdrawals.

    Garba Musa Mai Doki from Kebbi South was listed as having defected from the party, while Adam Mouktar Mohammed from Jigawa South/West was marked absent during screening.

    APC Calls for Transparency Ahead of Primaries

    In the statement accompanying the revised document, APC spokesman Felix Morka urged stakeholders to ensure transparency and orderliness throughout the primary election process.

    “The APC urges all stakeholders to uphold transparency, orderliness, and the integrity of the ongoing Primary Election process,” the statement read.

    The updated list contains aspirants across several states who were either not cleared, withdrew voluntarily, defected, or failed to appear before the screening committee.

    The development has continued to generate reactions within political circles as parties intensify preparations ahead of the 2027 general elections.

  • Yahaya Bello Reportedly Denied APC Senate Screening Clearance Over Alleged Non-Appearance

    Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has reportedly been denied clearance to participate in the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary screening in Kogi State after he allegedly failed to appear before the party’s screening panel.

    The development was contained in a list of screened APC senatorial aspirants reportedly issued from the Kogi State Secretariat of the ruling party.

    Conflicting Reports Over Clearance Status

    The latest development comes amid conflicting accounts, as earlier reports had indicated that Bello was among aspirants cleared by the APC screening committee for the Kogi Central senatorial race.

    That earlier list reportedly placed him among 17 aspirants approved for the party’s primaries scheduled for Monday.

    However, fresh claims suggest a reversal of that position following the screening exercise.

    Allegations Of Non-Appearance At Screening

    Party sources quoted in local reports alleged that the former governor did not appear before the screening panel, leading to his disqualification from the process.

    One source claimed Bello “didn’t participate in the screening exercise” and was therefore not cleared to proceed.

    Another source also alleged that his absence may be linked to concerns surrounding ongoing legal and corruption-related proceedings, although no official confirmation has been issued by the party.

    The APC is yet to release a formal clarification on the status of the former governor’s clearance.

    Senate Ambition Amid Legal Controversy

    Bello is seeking the APC ticket to contest for Kogi Central Senatorial District in the 2027 general elections, where he is expected to face the incumbent senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

    His political comeback bid has continued to attract attention due to ongoing corruption trials before the Federal High Court in Abuja.

    The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is prosecuting him in separate cases involving allegations of money laundering, criminal breach of trust and diversion of public funds.

    He has, however, consistently denied all allegations and maintained his plea of not guilty.

    Uncertainty Still Surrounds APC List

    As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official confirmation from the APC National Secretariat regarding Bello’s final screening status, leaving room for uncertainty within the party’s Kogi structure.

  • Ndume Clinches APC Borno South Senate Ticket Unopposed, Eyes Fifth Term In 2027

    Former Senate Leader Ali Ndume has secured the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial ticket for Borno South, setting him up for a possible fifth term in the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections.

    Ndume emerged unopposed at the party’s primary held in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, after a consensus arrangement among stakeholders.

    Consensus Deal Clears Way For Ndume

    The lawmaker was adopted as the APC candidate following the withdrawal of his main challenger, Abdullahi Askira, Deputy Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly.

    Askira reportedly stepped down after consultations with party leaders and stakeholders in the senatorial district, paving the way for Ndume’s affirmation.

    With no opposition left in the race, Ndume was formally declared the party’s flag bearer through a consensus process.

    Ndume Appreciates Party Stakeholders

    Speaking after his emergence, Ndume expressed appreciation to APC leaders, elders, and party members in Borno South for their continued support.

    “I want to thank our elders in Borno South Senatorial District for their unwavering support for me. I want to reassure them that I will continue to promote their interest at all times,” he said.

    He also commended Askira for stepping down from the race, describing his decision as a demonstration of party loyalty and unity.

    “I must not fail to commend Honourable Askira, who listened to persuasions and appeals of the party leaders and took the decision to drop his aspiration. Your loyalty to the party is exemplary,” he added.

    Ndume urged stakeholders to remain united as preparations intensify ahead of the 2027 elections.

    Set For Fifth Term In Senate

    If elected in 2027, Ndume will extend his long-standing legislative career with a fifth term in the Senate, following earlier years in the House of Representatives before moving to the upper chamber.

  • PDP Faction Screens Jonathan As Sole Presidential Aspirant For 2027

    A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Kabiru Turaki is set to screen former President Goodluck Jonathan as its only presidential aspirant ahead of the party’s 2027 primaries.

    The party disclosed in a statement on Sunday that the screening exercise for all aspirants would take place on Tuesday by 10am as preparations intensify for the 2027 general elections.

    Jonathan Emerges Lone Presidential Hopeful

    Although the party did not officially mention the name of the presidential aspirant in the statement, sources within the PDP confirmed that Jonathan is the sole contender expected to appear before the screening panel.

    The development comes amid renewed calls by some Nigerians and political stakeholders urging the former president to return to power following growing economic hardship linked to the removal of fuel subsidy.

    Attempts to reach Ini Ememobong, spokesperson of the faction, for clarification were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report.

    Over 3,000 Aspirants To Be Screened

    According to the statement, the party will also screen 2,122 state house of assembly aspirants, 748 house of representatives hopefuls, 198 senatorial aspirants and 112 governorship contenders.

    The PDP explained that the exercise is part of preparations for its forthcoming primary elections.

    “This publication is in accordance with the party’s guidelines and timetable for the conduct of the 2027 general election,” the statement read.

    Heavyweights Named On Screening Committee

    The 14-member screening committee includes former Vice-President Namadi Sambo, former Plateau governor Jonah Jang and former Foreign Affairs Minister Tom Ikimi.

    Other members are Bode George, Babangida Aliyu, Maryam Ciroma, Zainab Maina, Josephine Anenih, Abdul Bulama, Esther Uduehi, Tony Aziegbemi, Sunday Solari and Anicho Okoro, who will serve as administrative secretary.

    The party said the committee was approved during the PDP National Executive Committee’s 104th meeting.

  • APC Drops Ben Murray-Bruce, Banigo, 45 Others From 2027 Senate Primaries

    The All Progressives Congress (APC) has released the list of senatorial aspirants disqualified from participating in the party’s Senate primary elections ahead of the 2027 general elections.

    The party confirmed that a total of 47 aspirants failed to scale through the screening process conducted by its screening committees in line with party guidelines and procedures.

    Big Names Missing From APC Clearance List

    Among the prominent names not cleared by the party are former Bayelsa East senator, Ben Murray-Bruce; former Rivers deputy governor, Senator Banigo Ipalibo; former Kebbi senator, Garba Musa Mai Doki; and Bello Abdullahi Bodejo from Taraba State.

    The APC explained that the screening exercise covered aspirants from different senatorial districts across the country ahead of the party’s primaries.

    Oyo, Rivers, Zamfara Record Highest Numbers

    Several aspirants from Oyo, Rivers and Zamfara states were also excluded from the list of cleared candidates.

    Those affected from Oyo include Kolapoboye Kola Daisi, Ajimobi Wasiu Adegboyega, Hameed Afeez Repete and others contesting across the state’s senatorial districts.

    In Rivers State, notable aspirants not cleared include Jack-Rich Tein, Tamunobaabo Danagogo, Barry Balera Mwara and Banigo Ipalibo.

    Zamfara State also recorded multiple disqualifications, with aspirants such as Muhammad Bashir Maru, Hassan Muhammad Gusau and Bilyaminu Yusuf among those affected.

    APC Insists Screening Followed Due Process

    The party maintained that the screening process was conducted according to established procedures and internal regulations guiding the conduct of its primaries.

    Although APC did not publicly state specific reasons for the disqualification of each aspirant, the development has already generated reactions within political circles across several states.

    The Senate primaries are expected to hold ahead of the 2027 general elections as political parties continue internal consultations and candidate selection processes nationwide.