Nigerian politics 2026

ADC raises alarm over El-Rufai detention, alleges heavy police deployment at ICPC facility

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El-Rufai

Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has again become the centre of political controversy after the African Democratic Congress (ADC) accused the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) of restricting access to him at its detention facility in Abuja. The development has intensified public debate surrounding the ongoing legal battle involving the … Read more

Presidency breaks silence on viral ‘United States of Nigeria’ rumour, denies Tinubu plot to scrap Sharia Law

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Fact-Check: Tinubu not ranked third most corrupt leader in the world—OCCRP and DUBAWA clarify. Photo credit: Bola Tinubu/X

The Presidency has strongly dismissed viral reports alleging that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu plans to change Nigeria’s name to the “United States of Nigeria” and abolish Sharia Law in the northern region through constitutional amendments. In a statement issued on Thursday, presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga described the claims as completely false, misleading, and politically motivated. … Read more

10th Senate tightens standing rules, blocks ex-Governors from top roles ahead of 2027

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10th Senate rules change reshapes 2027 leadership race

In a significant political development, the 10th Senate of Nigeria has amended its standing rules, introducing stricter eligibility criteria for leadership positions in a move that could reshape the balance of power ahead of the 2027 general elections. The decision, presided over by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, effectively restricts access to top offices such as … Read more

Police debunk Nafiu Bala arson rumour amid ADC leadership crisis: What to know

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Nafiu Bala denies resignation amid ADC leadership crisis

The Gombe State Police Command has firmly denied viral reports alleging that the residence of Nafiu Bala was set ablaze, describing the claims as false and misleading. The clarification comes at a time when tensions surrounding the leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) continue to escalate. In an official statement released on May … Read more

Peter Obi’s 2023 running mate Yusuf Baba-Ahmed dumps Labour Party

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Yusuf Baba-Ahmed

Nigeria’s political landscape is witnessing a significant shake-up as Yusuf Baba-Ahmed, the 2023 vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has announced his decision to leave the party and join the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP). The move, disclosed during a televised interview, comes amid deepening internal tensions within the Labour Party, raising fresh concerns about opposition … Read more

Bayo Adelabu set to resign after Tinubu meeting: Inside power Minister’s exit and 2027 Oyo Governorship move

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Bayo Adelabu meets President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of expected resignation

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, is poised to step down from his role following a decisive meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, signaling a major political shift ahead of the 2027 elections. The anticipated resignation, confirmed by official sources and insiders, comes amid growing speculation over Adelabu’s political ambitions in Oyo State, a move … Read more

Military coups in Nigeria: History, 2025 plot, and democratic stability

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Nigeria democracy tested amid 2025 military coups plot charges

Nigeria’s fragile relationship with military intervention has resurfaced after authorities charged several individuals over an alleged 2025 coup plot, reigniting concerns about the country’s democratic resilience. The development marks a rare moment in Nigeria’s modern political era, where civilian rule has remained uninterrupted since 1999. The charges, which include treason and terrorism, have not only … Read more

Supreme Court fixes April 22 for PDP leadership showdown as power struggle intensifies

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Supreme Court to hear PDP leadership appeals April 22

Nigeria’s political landscape is set for a decisive legal showdown as the Supreme Court of Nigeria has fixed April 22, 2026, to hear critical appeals surrounding the leadership crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The case, which has drawn significant national attention, is expected to shape the internal structure of one of Nigeria’s major … Read more

INEC suspends all engagement with ADC factions as David Mark NWC is removed: What this means

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INEC removes David Mark-led ADC leadership from portal

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has removed the David Mark-led National Working Committee (NWC) of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) from its official portal, escalating the party’s deepening internal crisis at a critical time in Nigeria’s fast-shifting opposition politics ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a major development announced on April 1, 2026, … Read more