2027 elections

The Digest: A proposal by the National Assembly to move Nigeria’s 2027 general elections to November 2026 has ignited controversy, with critics warning it could plunge the country into “permanent electioneering” and cripple governance. The draft amendment to the Electoral Act seeks to hold...

The Digest: Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara, 82, has secured a fourth term with 89.77% of the vote in an election from which his main rivals were disqualified. The electoral commission announced the results on Monday, noting a 50.1% voter turnout in the world's leading cocoa-producing...

The Digest: Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has launched a fierce political attack, describing the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as a "haven for EFCC fugitives." The African Democratic Congress (ADC) National Vice Chairman made the declaration...

The Digest: Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed speculation about former President Goodluck Jonathan's potential 2027 presidential bid, stating that Jonathan has never discussed such ambitions with him. The minister also rejected the upcoming PDP national convention as...

The Digest: Former President Goodluck Jonathan is facing intense political pressure from the Niger Delta leaders to abandon any potential 2027 presidential bid and support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election. According to sources, ex-militant leader Tompolo led a delegation to Jonathan’s...

The Digest: Nigeria's electoral process faces a critical test of integrity as widespread 2027 campaign materials appear nationwide, highlighting INEC's enforcement challenges. Despite legal restrictions on premature campaigning, billboards supporting President Tinubu's re-election have emerged...

The Digest: Former Governor Babatunde Fashola has declared a viable opposition merger impossible for 2027. According to the Daily Post, the APC stalwart stated that only his party has achieved a successful merger in the nation's history, while asserting that official campaigning has not yet...

The Digest: Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has stated he is not afraid of losing the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential ticket to Atiku Abubakar in the 2027 elections. Amid speculation of Atiku’s possible defection to the ADC, Obi described the former vice...

The Digest: A nationwide analysis reveals a consistent trend of deputy governors being excluded from 2027 gubernatorial succession plans, as governors prioritize zoning arrangements, legacy protection, and external political loyalties over deputy advancement. From Kwara to Lagos, power...

The Digest: The People's Democratic Party has launched a fierce counter-offensive against the wave of defections by four of its governors, attributing their exits to "greed, avarice, and selfishness." Party officials insisted that it is the people, not governors, who make a party, and that...

The Digest: Nigeria's political landscape is undergoing a fundamental transformation as Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas prepares to join the ruling APC, potentially becoming the latest opposition leader to defect in a wave that analysts warn threatens to establish a one-party state and...

The Digest: Nigeria's National Assembly has proposed groundbreaking electoral reforms that would move the 2027 general elections to November 2026, six months earlier than usual, while introducing digital voting cards and prisoner voting rights in a comprehensive amendment to the Electoral Act...

The Digest: Labour Party's Peter Obi has formally denied reports of forming a 2027 electoral alliance with former President Goodluck Jonathan. Obi's media aide clarified that while the two leaders maintain a cordial relationship and have discussed the "state of the nation," their interactions...

The Digest: The Bauchi State Governor asserted that despite the "coercive" tactics of the ruling APC, the PDP is quietly stabilizing its ranks and is poised to reclaim Aso Villa in the next general elections, banking on grassroots loyalty and its legacy of achievements. Key Points: Governor...

The Digest: With his nomination approved by the Council of State, Professor Joash Amupitan faces a nation demanding electoral renewal. According to Vanguard, political parties and groups have immediately set a clear mandate for the incoming INEC Chairman: to rebuild shattered public trust and...

The Digest: Peter Obi urges a foundational reset. The Labour Party stalwart has called on INEC to pre-emptively verify the academic credentials of all candidates, framing it as a non-negotiable step for credible elections. Key Points: Peter Obi commended ex-Minister Uche Nnaji's...

The Digest: As Professor Mahmood Yakubu concludes his landmark ten-year tenure, the search for Nigeria’s next electoral chief intensifies. According to Daily Trust, President Tinubu is set to present a nominee to the National Council of State, with Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Professor Joash...

The Digest: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared it will only field candidates who meet a strict "four-pillar standard." According to reports in Daily Trust, the party is building a new kind of institution, one of Nigerian politics, focusing on character, competence, courage, and...

The Digest: With the next general election on the horizon, concerns are mounting about the integrity of the process that will shape Nigeria's future. According to TheCable, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has expressed concern over a perceived "lack of commitment" from INEC to implement...

The Digest: The Adamawa ADC has issued an ultimatum to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Babachir Lawal, and other key figures: register at their respective wards before year-end or risk losing party recognition. Key Points: The ADC has issued an ultimatum to Atiku Abubakar and Babachir...