The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has named Rotimi Amaechi, former minister of transportation, as the running mate to Atiku Abubakar, its presidential candidate, for the 2027 elections. Bolaji Abdullahi, ADC spokesperson, announced the decision in a statement issued on Monday. The announcement finally put to rest weeks of speculation about Atiku’s choice of running mate for … [Read more…]
The people of Idodo Zone, Governor Peter Mbah’s immediate zone in Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State, have hosted him to a grand civic reception, describing him as “a son in whom they are well pleased,” while also donating N50 million towards the governor’s reelection. In a separate but equally significant development, the … [Read more…]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released a revised final list of candidates for the June 20, 2026 Enugu North Senatorial District by-election, clearing seven candidates from different political parties to contest for the vacant Senate seat. The updated list marks a significant expansion of the field, coming more than a week after the … [Read more…]
Former Minister of Power, Prof. Barth Nnaji, has endorsed Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State and President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office, saying the governor has done exceedingly well. Nnaji announced the endorsement while fielding questions from Government House correspondents during a visit to Mbah on Monday, citing several landmark achievements of … [Read more…]
…Mbah: We’ve moved from theory to evident transformations, lauds Tinubu’s reforms The people of Enugu East Senatorial District have endorsed Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State and President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office, pledging massive votes for the duo in the 2027 general election. They said that Mbah’s campaign vision to make … [Read more…]
The Peoples Democratic Party has constituted appeal panels to address petitions and complaints arising from its primaries for presidential, governorship, state and National Assembly positions. The panels were established to promote transparency, fairness and internal democracy in the party’s electoral process. In a statement on Thursday, the National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, said the panels … [Read more…]
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has defended the conduct of its recently concluded primary elections, insisting that the party did not impose candidates and that all aspirants were given the opportunity to participate in the democratic process. In a statement issued by its National Secretary, Barrister Ikenna Alex-Morgan Enekweizu, the party said its primary election … [Read more…]
…As Citizens Gather at Okpara Square to Endorse Tinubu, Mbah Tomorrow Stakeholders, support groups, and residents of Enugu State are expected to participate in the Ofu-Obi Mega Rally Road Show today as preparations enter the final stage for Saturday’s solidarity rally in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah. The road … [Read more…]
Isa Umar, Abuja Prominent activist and chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Aisha Yesufu, has criticised the party’s handling of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) senatorial primaries, describing her exclusion from the contest as unjust. Yesufu made the remarks in a series of posts on her verified X handle on June 2 and 3, … [Read more…]
Anticipation is mounting ahead of the much-publicised Ofu-Obi Mega Rally in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, with organisers unveiling a major road show and street sensitisation campaign to herald the event. The rally, which is being organised by the Enugu East Senatorial Zone, is scheduled to hold on Saturday, … [Read more…]
More leaders and political parties are joining the Rainbow Coalition, formed and led by Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, ahead of next year’s general election. The Nation gathered at the weekend that the coalition, which started with two main political parties, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), … [Read more…]
The Labour Party in Abia State has concluded its 2027 primaries to elect its candidates for the next general elections in the state. Governor Alex Otti secured a second term ticket qualifying him as the governorship standard bearer of the party. Announcing the results in Umuahia, the Returning Officer for the primary elections Mrs Oluchi Opara, said … [Read more…]