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Olawepo-Hashim slams FCT poll results as political illusion

Presidential aspirant Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim denounces the recent FCT Area Council election results, calling them a 'political illusion.'

Feb 26 β€’ 18:25 UTC
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PDP: Wike, Makinde camps lock horns ahead of March convention

Factional disputes within Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party are intensifying as the Wike and Makinde camps clash over arrangements for the upcoming national convention.

Feb 26 β€’ 02:00 UTC
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Fintiri defection looms as Adamawa Speaker, 15 others quit PDP

The Speaker of the Adamawa State House of Assembly and 15 other members have resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party, citing national issues within the party.

Feb 26 β€’ 00:19 UTC
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Nigeria: Another PDP Governor, Lawmakers Set to Join APC

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State is reportedly set to defect from the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), following others from his party in the region.

Feb 25 β€’ 15:42 UTC
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Edo attack: PDP slams Okpebholo over threats, intimidation of opposition

The Edo State chapter of the PDP has criticized Governor Monday Okpebholo for threatening and intimidating opposition members, warning of an impending political crisis.

Feb 25 β€’ 14:44 UTC
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Morning Recap: Tinubu oil order rattles NNPC, PDP heads to court over FCT poll, INEC officials risk jail and other top stories

Nigeria's oil sector faces new challenges as President Bola Tinubu's directive raises financial concerns, the PDP contests local election results, and electoral officials face potential jail time.

Feb 23 β€’ 08:33 UTC
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FCT poll: Nigerians now know ruling, real opposition parties – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, praised President Bola Tinubu for the successful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja, which showcased the political landscape of Nigeria.

Feb 22 β€’ 20:38 UTC
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FULL LIST: APC wins five FCT councils, PDP one

The All Progressives Congress won five out of six chairmanship seats in the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections, with the Peoples Democratic Party winning one.

Feb 22 β€’ 15:30 UTC
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FCT poll shows PDP’s resurgence ahead of 2027 – Olawepo-Hashim

Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim claims that the recent Federal Capital Territory elections indicate a revival of the Peoples Democratic Party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Feb 22 β€’ 15:12 UTC
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FCT poll: PDP pressures INEC over pending Kuje results

The PDP is urging the INEC to promptly announce the pending results for the Kuje Area Council chairmanship election due to concerns over delays that could lead to manipulation.

Feb 22 β€’ 15:03 UTC
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PDP unveils legal team to challenge FCT council polls

The Peoples Democratic Party has formed a legal team to address election disputes from the recent FCT Area Council elections, following mixed results against their expectations.

Feb 22 β€’ 11:38 UTC
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BREAKING: PDP candidate wins Gwagwalada chairmanship election in FCT

Mohammed Kasim of the Peoples Democratic Party has won the Gwagwalada chairmanship election in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory, securing over 22,000 votes.

Feb 22 β€’ 06:53 UTC
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Kwara PDP suspends LG chair

The Kwara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has suspended Alhaji Abdulganiyu Musa, the Moro Local Government Chairman, for one month over gross misconduct allegations.

Feb 22 β€’ 00:02 UTC
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PDP, ADC agents protest vote buying at FCT polling unit

Agents from the PDP and ADC protested alleged vote buying by APC agents during the FCT Area Council elections in Nyanya.

Feb 21 β€’ 14:39 UTC
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PDP chieftain, ZLP, NNPP agents commend INEC for peaceful Abuja voting

Julius Adamu, a former PDP chairmanship aspirant, praises the Independent National Electoral Commission for the peaceful conduct of the Federal Capital Territory area council elections in Abuja.

Feb 21 β€’ 12:50 UTC
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Kano by-election: PDP, NNPP, ADC missing on ballot papers

In the Kano State by-election, major opposition parties such as the PDP, NNPP, and ADC are notably absent from the ballot papers, leading to concerns over electoral fairness.

Feb 21 β€’ 12:00 UTC
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APC is not a party of saints, but better than PDP β€” Keyamo

Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation, acknowledges that while the All Progressives Congress (APC) is not perfect, it is a better option than the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Feb 21 β€’ 07:55 UTC
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Gombe Rep dumps PDP for APC

A member of the House of Representatives, Inuwa Garba, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress in Gombe State, citing positive leadership and policies as his motivation.

Feb 20 β€’ 13:00 UTC
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PDP faction slams candidate withdrawals in FCT elections as β€˜anti‑democratic’

A faction of Nigeria's People's Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the withdrawal of candidates from the upcoming Abuja Local Council elections, calling it an anti-democratic act.

Feb 20 β€’ 12:48 UTC
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PDP chieftain bags chieftaincy title in Ogun

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Otunba Segun Showunmi, received the traditional title of Odofin of Keesi in Ogun State, emphasizing his commitment to grassroots development.

Feb 19 β€’ 08:38 UTC
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Ward congress: APC consolidates, Fintiri defection sparks postponement in Adamawa

The APC's ward congresses are advancing nationwide, but the exercise in Adamawa has been postponed due to Governor Fintiri's expected defection from the PDP to APC.

Feb 19 β€’ 00:46 UTC
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Electoral Act: PDP calls amendment direct act of treachery against electorate

The PDP condemned the recent amendment to the Electoral Act, claiming it undermines democracy and the integrity of the electoral process in Nigeria.

Feb 18 β€’ 18:50 UTC
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FCT poll: PDP candidate steps down for APC after Wike’s intervention

Julius Adamu, the PDP candidate for Bwari Area Council, has withdrawn his candidacy in favor of APC's Joshua Musa after intervention from FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.

Feb 18 β€’ 15:56 UTC
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PDP faction urges Nigerians to reject manual transmission of election results

The Peoples Democratic Party in Nigeria is urging citizens to oppose the manual transmission of election results, fearing it could compromise electoral integrity.

Feb 17 β€’ 21:20 UTC
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Abia lawmaker dumps PDP, joins APC

Uchenna Erondu Jnr, a lawmaker from Abia State, has left the Peoples Democratic Party to join the All Progressives Congress, citing a desire for greater development in his constituency.

Feb 17 β€’ 19:48 UTC
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Oyo PDP lawmaker defects to ADC

Dawood Olalere, a lawmaker from Oyo State, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the African Democratic Congress due to internal divisions within the PDP.

Feb 16 β€’ 19:55 UTC
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Ondo APC gains hundreds of PDP defectors

Over 300 members of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ondo State have joined the All Progressives Congress, further consolidating the ruling party's strength in the region.

Feb 16 β€’ 13:44 UTC
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Osun PDP NASS, state lawmakers reject caretaker committee, back Adeleke

Osun State lawmakers from the PDP have publicly rejected the caretaker committee led by Tunde Tijani and expressed their support for Governor Adeleke ahead of the 2026 governorship election.

Feb 15 β€’ 19:26 UTC
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Tinubu’s visit, party flags fuel Adamawa gov defection rumour

Speculation surrounds Governor Ahmadu Fintiri's potential defection from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Adamawa State.

Feb 15 β€’ 14:50 UTC
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Osun 2026: PDP state, federal lawmakers endorse Adeleke

Ahead of the governorship elections in Osun State, legislators from the PDP have endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke, who has defected to the Accord Party for his re-election campaign.

Feb 15 β€’ 13:44 UTC
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Olawepo-Hashim urges unity in PDP, holds talks with Bauchi gov

Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim met with Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed to discuss unity within the People's Democratic Party ahead of upcoming elections.

Feb 15 β€’ 10:27 UTC
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Makinde’s ex-Chief of Staff dumps PDP

Bisi Ilaka, former Chief of Staff to Governor Seyi Makinde, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party in Oyo State.

Feb 12 β€’ 17:26 UTC
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PDP not dead, Oyinlola rallies Osun supporters after Adeleke’s exit

Former Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola reassures Osun State supporters that the Peoples Democratic Party remains strong despite the defection of Governor Ademola Adeleke to the Accord Party.

Feb 12 β€’ 16:54 UTC
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Nigeria: Senate's 'Escape Clause' On E-Transmission Threatens Credible 2027 Election - PDP

The PDP warns that the Senate's new 'escape clause' allowing for manual transmission of election results could compromise the integrity of the upcoming 2027 elections in Nigeria.

Feb 11 β€’ 14:58 UTC
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PDP crisis: Appeal Court orders harmonised briefs ahead of judgment

The Appeal Court in Abuja is set to resolve the leadership crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) by adopting harmonised briefs from conflicting factions ahead of a crucial judgment.

Feb 11 β€’ 00:52 UTC
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PDP slams Senate’s manual result clause as β€˜backdoor move’

The Peoples Democratic Party criticizes a Senate clause allowing manual result transmission as a detrimental step for Nigeria's electoral integrity.

Feb 10 β€’ 20:22 UTC
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2027: Makarfi and Lamido meet in Kaduna, seek PDP unity

Former governors Ahmed Makarfi and Sule Lamido are working to unify the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in preparation for the 2027 elections.

Feb 10 β€’ 19:06 UTC
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PDP, APC trade words over Ondo’s ₦524bn 2026 budget

The PDP and APC in Ondo State are engaged in a dispute over the newly signed ₦524 billion 2026 budget that prioritizes expenditures in a way perceived as favoring political officials over residents' welfare.

Feb 10 β€’ 16:15 UTC
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PDP HQ remains locked as Wike camp delays planned takeover

The Nyesom Wike-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party has delayed its planned takeover of the party's national secretariat, citing administrative and security processes.

Feb 10 β€’ 00:42 UTC
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PDP chieftain proposes N1.9bn budget for disability inclusion in Ogun

Segun Showunmi calls for a N1.9 billion budget for improving disability inclusion in Ogun State, highlighting the need for better policies and infrastructure.

Feb 9 β€’ 23:32 UTC
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Ortom reaffirms PDP membership, denies defection to APC

Former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom has confirmed his continued membership in the Peoples Democratic Party, denying rumors of his defection to the All Progressives Congress.

Feb 9 β€’ 18:16 UTC
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Former PDP Women Leader Defects to APC in Kebbi

Hajiya Maria Waziri, the former National Women Leader of the PDP, has officially defected to the APC in Kebbi State, receiving a warm welcome from the state's governor.

Feb 9 β€’ 17:34 UTC
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Morning recap: Electoral Act standoff deepens, Senate calls emergency plenary, PDP factions brace for clash, other top stories

The Senate of Nigeria has called for an emergency plenary session amid rising tensions over electoral reforms and party conflicts.

Feb 9 β€’ 10:07 UTC
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Makinde, Wike camps set for showdown at PDP HQ today

A power struggle within Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is anticipated to escalate as factions led by Governor Seyi Makinde and Minister Nyesom Wike prepare for potential confrontations over control of the party's national secretariat.

Feb 9 β€’ 00:43 UTC
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Osun LG row: Govt denies APC’s sympathy protest claims

The Osun State Government has refuted allegations from the APC claiming that it plans to sponsor pensioners' protests over a local government crisis.

Feb 9 β€’ 00:08 UTC
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Kwara massacre: PDP chieftain condemns killings, faults military response

A former Nigerian presidential aspirant criticizes the military's failure to respond to recent violent attacks in Kwara State, highlighting the state's worsening rural insecurity.

Feb 8 β€’ 12:49 UTC
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Factional PDP BoT chair hails Tinubu, Otti’s infrastructure strides

Mao Ohuabunwa, the factional chairman of the PDP Board of Trustees, praises Governor Alex Otti for his significant contributions to infrastructure development in Abia State.

Feb 8 β€’ 09:40 UTC
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Police move to prevent clash at Abuja PDP secretariat

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command plans to deploy personnel to avert potential clashes between rival factions of the Peoples Democratic Party as the party’s national secretariat is set to reopen.

Feb 8 β€’ 00:39 UTC
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Abia PDP hails INEC’s recognition of Anyanwu-led national committee

The Abia State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party praised the Independent National Electoral Commission for officially recognizing the Abdulrahman Mohammed and Senator Samuel Anyanwu-led Caretaker National Working Committee following a recent court ruling.

Feb 7 β€’ 00:40 UTC
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Abia PDP hails INEC’s recognition of Anyanwu-led national committee

The Abia State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has praised the Independent National Electoral Commission for officially recognizing the Abdulrahman Mohammed and Senator Samuel Anyanwu-led Caretaker National Working Committee in accordance with a recent Federal High Court judgment.

Feb 6 β€’ 22:21 UTC

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