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πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

GΓ©rard Larcher: "After the choice of the LR candidate, there will need to be a primary for the right and center"

GΓ©rard Larcher emphasizes the need for a primary election within the right and center parties in France, stressing the importance of a unified candidate for the 2027 presidential elections.

Mar 4 β€’ 17:37 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

2027: South-South ADC leaders refute endorsing Amaechi’s presidential bid

The South-South Zonal Leadership of the African Democratic Congress has denied any endorsement of Rotimi Amaechi for the presidential bid in 2027.

Feb 28 β€’ 10:47 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Nigeria Sets an Early Date for Presidential Elections

Nigeria has announced that the next presidential elections will take place on January 16, 2027, marking the first presidential election held in January since the country returned to civilian rule in 1999.

Feb 27 β€’ 10:11 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

2027: Ex-LP presidential aspirant Faduri declares bid on NRM platform

Former Labour Party presidential aspirant Joseph Faduri has announced his intention to run for the presidency in 2027 under the National Rescue Movement, advocating for a youth-led initiative against Nigeria's political elite.

Feb 25 β€’ 22:42 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Presidential Election 2027: Marine Le Pen States She Will Not Campaign If Required to Wear an Electronic Bracelet

Marine Le Pen has declared that she will not run for the 2027 presidential election if she is required to wear an electronic bracelet following a legal ruling.

Feb 25 β€’ 21:44 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Presidential 2027: Laurent Wauquiez calls on the right to "build a common program" starting this spring

Laurent Wauquiez, president of the LR deputies, urges the right to unite and develop a common program ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Feb 21 β€’ 20:59 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Gabriel Attal does not want to be 'the Chevènement of 2027'... Le Figaro's indiscretions

Gabriel Attal expresses his desire not to be seen as a 2027 presidential candidate akin to Jean-Pierre Chevènement.

Feb 20 β€’ 19:14 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

"The recruitment of Sonia Mabrouk is a very strong enhancement for BFMTV": Fabien Namias reveals the behind-the-scenes of this year's transfer

BFMTV's recruitment of journalist Sonia Mabrouk, formerly of CNews and Europe 1, is set to significantly enhance the channel ahead of the 2027 presidential election, according to Fabien Namias, the channel's director.

Feb 20 β€’ 11:20 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

2027: National Assembly eyes January 16 for presidential poll, suspends Electoral Bill harmonization

The National Assembly of Nigeria is considering moving the presidential election to January 16, 2027, in a shift from the original February 20 date, while the harmonization of the Electoral Bill has been suspended.

Feb 17 β€’ 02:02 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: 2027 - I Will Contest for President - Peter Obi

Peter Obi announces his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election in Nigeria under the African Democratic Congress, claiming he left the Labour Party due to recognition issues by the electoral commission.

Feb 16 β€’ 09:18 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Morning recap: N’Assembly moves to shift presidential poll to February 13, Presidency tackles El-Rufai, other top stories

The National Assembly in Nigeria is considering shifting the 2027 presidential election date to February 13, amid various political disputes and security concerns.

Feb 16 β€’ 07:40 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Emergency plenary: National Assembly moves to shift presidential poll to Feb 13

The Nigerian National Assembly announced an emergency plenary to possibly reschedule the presidential election date to February 13, 2027.

Feb 16 β€’ 06:05 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Presidential Election 2027: Bruno Retailleau's Candidacy Sparks the Battle for the Presidency on the Right and Center

Bruno Retailleau's announcement of his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election ignites competition among potential candidates from the right and center in France.

Feb 13 β€’ 19:37 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Bruno Retailleau: France's former Interior Minister wants to become President

Bruno Retailleau, the chairman of France's Republicans party and former Interior Minister, has announced his candidacy for the presidency in the 2027 elections.

Feb 13 β€’ 16:05 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Nigeria: Date set for presidential election

Nigeria has announced February 20, 2027, as the date for its presidential election, alongside a legislative election timetable.

Feb 13 β€’ 15:32 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Presidential 2027: Could Bruno Retailleau Be a Threat to the RN?

An analysis discusses the potential threat posed by Bruno Retailleau's candidacy in the 2027 presidential election to Marine Le Pen's National Rally (RN).

Feb 13 β€’ 15:30 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Does Bruno Retailleau have a reason to be a candidate for the presidential election of 2027?

Bruno Retailleau's candidacy for the 2027 presidential election is being questioned amidst recent political developments in France.

Feb 13 β€’ 09:56 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Presidential Election 2027: After Retailleau's Candidacy, Wauquiez Advocates for a Unified Right Candidate

Laurent Wauquiez calls for a single candidate from the right in the upcoming 2027 presidential election following Bruno Retailleau's announcement of his candidacy.

Feb 12 β€’ 21:36 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Immigration, taxation, authority, work: the major interview with Bruno Retailleau, candidate for the 2027 presidential election

Bruno Retailleau outlines his presidential campaign priorities, including constitutional reforms and measures to rejuvenate France.

Feb 12 β€’ 19:00 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Presidential 2027: find the complete declaration of candidacy from Bruno Retailleau

Bruno Retailleau, president of the Republicans, announced his candidacy for the 2027 French presidential election in a speech posted on social media.

Feb 12 β€’ 17:34 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

France's former anti-immigration interior minister Retailleau is running for president

Bruno Retailleau, former Interior Minister of France and leader of the right-wing Republicans party, announced his candidacy for the 2027 presidential elections.

Feb 12 β€’ 17:28 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

France: The conservative Bruno Retailleau will be a presidential candidate in 2027

Bruno Retailleau, a former Minister of the Interior of France, has announced his candidacy for the presidency in the 2027 elections as the latest figure vying to succeed Emmanuel Macron.

Feb 12 β€’ 16:42 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ Aftenposten
National & Local

France: Retailleau to Run for President for the Republicans

Former Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau has officially announced his candidacy for the 2027 French presidential election representing the Republican party.

Feb 12 β€’ 16:09 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ NRK
National & Local

France: Former Minister Declares Himself a Presidential Candidate

Former Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau, representing the Republicans party, has announced his candidacy for the 2027 French presidential election.

Feb 12 β€’ 15:37 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

"I have decided to be a candidate": from Place Beauvau to the conquest of the Γ‰lysΓ©e, Bruno Retailleau's presidential transformation

Bruno Retailleau, a senator from VendΓ©e, has announced his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election after a thoughtful and gradual decision-making process influenced by his experience as Minister of the Interior.

Feb 12 β€’ 15:03 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Presidential election: do you think Marine Le Pen will be a candidate in 2027?

A poll in Le Figaro prompts readers to share their opinions on whether Marine Le Pen will run for president in the 2027 elections in France.

Feb 12 β€’ 10:04 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Tinubu has fulfilled campaign promises, opposition can’t defeat him – Omokri

Reno Omokri stated that President Tinubu's successful economic reforms make it difficult for opposition parties to defeat him in the 2027 presidential election.

Feb 11 β€’ 21:43 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Trial of Marine Le Pen and the RN: the decision will be rendered on July 7

The decision regarding Marine Le Pen's eligibility for the 2027 presidential election will be announced on July 7, after a significant trial involving her and the National Rally party.

Feb 11 β€’ 17:26 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
National & Local

Paris appeals court sets verdict in far-right leader Le Pen’s graft case for July 7

The Paris appeals court is set to issue a ruling on July 7 regarding Marine Le Pen's case of misusing EU parliament funds, which could block her from running in the 2027 presidential election.

Feb 11 β€’ 17:16 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Marine Le Pen appeal trial ends with presidential race at stake

Marine Le Pen's appeal trial regarding allegations of embezzlement of European parliament funds has concluded, with significant implications for her eligibility in the 2027 presidential election.

Feb 11 β€’ 16:41 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

The Financing of Social Security "Keeps the Minister of Health Awake at Night"

French Health Minister StΓ©phanie Rist expresses concerns about Social Security financing due to an aging population and declining birth rates, calling for a national debate ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Feb 11 β€’ 14:29 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Electoral Act: Network excuses no longer acceptable – Obi

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi demands electronic transmission of election results to enhance transparency ahead of Nigeria's 2027 elections.

Feb 10 β€’ 13:05 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Can Jean-Luc MΓ©lenchon Renew His Surges in the 2027 Presidential Election as He Did in 2017 and 2022?

Jean-Luc MΓ©lenchon faces challenges in the upcoming presidential race, despite retaining similar poll numbers to previous elections.

Feb 9 β€’ 18:55 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Legislative Elections: Several Dozens of Political Figures for the Introduction of Proportional Representation Before 2027

Several prominent French political figures are advocating for the implementation of proportional representation in legislative elections before the 2027 presidential election, citing concerns over the effects of the current majority voting system.

Feb 7 β€’ 20:20 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

bardella reiterates his support for le pen: 'I am preparing only to be head of government'

Jordan Bardella reaffirms his support for Marine Le Pen amid her ongoing appeal regarding misuse of EU funds.

Feb 7 β€’ 12:35 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Boris Vallaud, leader of the PS deputies, is not in favor of the current left primary project

Boris Vallaud, head of the PS deputies in France, opposes the proposed left primary for the 2027 presidential elections, advocating instead for a broad coalition among leftist groups.

Feb 7 β€’ 08:46 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ taz
Crime & Justice

Trial over embezzled EU funds: Prosecutor demands four years in prison for Marine Le Pen

Marine Le Pen faces a possible four-year prison sentence and disqualification from public office due to embezzlement of EU funds, impacting her potential candidacy for the 2027 presidential elections.

Feb 4 β€’ 17:35 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

French prosecutors requested to maintain the 5-year ban on Le Pen's voting and election eligibility

French prosecutors have asked the court to uphold a five-year ban on far-right leader Marine Le Pen due to a scandal involving misappropriation of EU funds and fake parliamentary jobs, potentially barring her from the 2027 presidential elections.

Feb 3 β€’ 18:13 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Presidential 2027: For MΓ©lenchon, Hollande 'holds his ground' after the Socialists refuse to censure the government

In a blog post, LFI leader Jean-Luc MΓ©lenchon appears to designate former Socialist President Hollande as his left-wing opponent following the Socialists' refusal to support a motion of censure against the government.

Jan 14 β€’ 18:45 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Nicolas Dupont-Aignan calls for a renewed relationship with Russia in 'the interest of France'

Nicolas Dupont-Aignan, a candidate for the 2027 presidential election, urged for a renewed relationship with Russia, emphasizing a 'win-win' approach without yielding to the country.

Jan 14 β€’ 13:19 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ABC
National & Local

Le Pen's appeal against her disqualification sentence begins

Marine Le Pen has started her court appeal against a five-year disqualification sentence as she aims to secure her candidacy for the 2027 presidential election.

Jan 13 β€’ 19:05 UTC
πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί RT
Crime & Justice

Le Pen in court: The French far-right veteran is fighting a conviction and ban from politics

Marine Le Pen is appealing a court ruling that prohibits her from holding office for five years due to a conviction for misappropriating EU funds, impacting her potential candidacy in the 2027 presidential election.

Jan 13 β€’ 18:46 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
World

Marine Le Pen's appeal trial is 'first act of 2027 presidential election'

Marine Le Pen is appealing a ruling that found her guilty of misusing EU funds, which could bar her from the 2027 presidential election, with party leader Jordan Bardella poised to succeed her if that happens.

Jan 13 β€’ 14:54 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Die Welt
National & Local

Le Pen's Trump Moment – and the Judgment that Decides France's Political Future

In France, a significant court proceeding begins to determine whether RN politician Marine Le Pen can compete in the 2027 presidential election, impacting fundamental questions and the future direction of the country.

Jan 13 β€’ 12:51 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Case of FN's parliamentary assistants: images of Marine Le Pen's arrival at her appeal trial

Marine Le Pen's appeal trial along with eleven other defendants has commenced in Paris, where she is fighting for her candidacy eligibility for the 2027 presidential election.

Jan 13 β€’ 12:29 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
World

France's Le Pen returns to court with 2027 presidency bid on the line

Marine Le Pen returns to court to appeal a graft conviction that could prevent her from running in the 2027 presidential election.

Jan 13 β€’ 06:57 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
Crime & Justice

Marine Le Pen’s appeal against embezzlement conviction to begin

Marine Le Pen is set to begin her appeal trial regarding an embezzlement conviction that could impact her eligibility for the 2027 presidential election.

Jan 13 β€’ 05:00 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
National & Local

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen faces high-stakes trial ahead of presidential race

Marine Le Pen's trial regarding her embezzlement conviction is opening in Paris, with a verdict that may impact her eligibility for the 2027 presidential election.

Jan 12 β€’ 16:46 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

Trial in France: Marine Le Pen Plays Her Last Card

The appeal trial against Marine Le Pen, leader of the far-right in France, begins in Paris, raising questions about her eligibility to participate in the 2027 presidential election and its implications for both France and Europe.

Jan 12 β€’ 12:42 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Presidential Election 2027: The Battle of Lines Begins Among the Republicans

The potential candidates in the Republicans' camp are actively campaigning in the media ahead of the presidential elections in 2027.

Jan 8 β€’ 18:55 UTC

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