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The Wike-backed faction of Nigeria's PDP has accused the Turaki-led National Working Committee of attempting to sabotage their upcoming convention amid ongoing divisions within the party.

Nine aspirants from the Peoples Democratic Party are competing for the gubernatorial ticket in Oyo State for the 2027 elections, under the guidance of Governor Seyi Makinde's advisory council.

The disagreement between two factions within Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party over the leadership and governorship candidate for Ekiti State escalates with claims from each side disputing legitimacy.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has criticized the internal crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for causing a significant decline in its Senate representation, urging for a revival during the party's convention committee inauguration.

Nyesom Wike's faction of the PDP accuses a governor-backed group of attempting to sabotage the party's upcoming national convention in 2026.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan highlights the significant drop in PDP senators, calling it a wake-up call amid a restructuring effort.

Segun Showunmi, an Ogun State leader of the Peoples Democratic Party, criticizes the dominance of presidents and governors over party leadership in Nigeria, highlighting its detrimental effects on democracy.

Factions of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ekiti State are in conflict over party leadership and the selection of a candidate for the governorship election, reflecting a broader struggle within the party.

Peoples Democratic Party leaders in Nigeria are advocating for unity and reconciliation as they prepare for the upcoming National Convention in 2026.

Former Nigerian lawmaker Eta Mbora has defected from the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) amid ongoing internal crises within the PDP.

Former House of Representatives member Eta Mbora has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Cross River, citing internal party crises as a reason.

Former Nigerian lawmaker Eta Mbora has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the African Democratic Congress, citing internal crises within the PDP as his reason for the move.

The Peoples Democratic Party has criticized the All Progressives Congress-led government for Nigeria's alarming ranking as the fourth most impacted country on the Global Terrorism Index for 2026.

The APC candidate, Yahaya Usman, has filed a petition contesting the election results of the Gwagwalada chairmanship poll in Abuja, alleging electoral misconduct and seeking nullification of the outcome.

The Peoples Democratic Party in Plateau State has suspended the newly elected chairman aligned with Minister Nyesom Wike's faction amid internal party conflicts.

Nigerian presidential aspirant Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim meets with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde to discuss internal cohesion and strategic concerns within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State urges new APC members to work towards the party's success in the upcoming 2027 elections following recent defections from the PDP.

Philip Aduda has left the Peoples Democratic Party to join the All Progressives Congress, promising to support President Bola Tinubu's re-election in 2027.

A faction of Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party, loyal to Minister Nyesom Wike, is solidifying its hold by conducting state congresses ahead of the national convention.

Former Senator Philip Aduda meets with APC leadership shortly after resigning from the PDP amid internal crises.

A faction of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Plateau State has elected a new executive committee chair, Peter Tongshep, amid controversy and claims of a peaceful consensus congress.

Senator Philip Tanimu Aduda resigns from the Peoples Democratic Party due to ongoing internal conflicts within the party.

Philip Aduda, the former senator of the Federal Capital Territory, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party, citing ongoing crises within the party as the reason for his departure.

The Peoples Democratic Party criticizes President Bola Tinubu's government for failing to address recent bombings in Maiduguri that resulted in at least 23 deaths and over 100 injuries.

Former Governor Aminu Tambuwal discusses his defection from the PDP to the ADC and shares insights on Nigeria's political landscape.

The Peoples Democratic Party responds to claims by the APC's Felix Morka, calling them delusional and criticizing the ruling party's alleged propaganda.

Dr Ali Tikau, a former governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party in Yobe State, has defected to the African Democratic Congress during a ceremony attended by many supporters.

The National Publicity Secretary of the APC claims that the PDP's internal crisis has led to a loss of its status as a functional political party, prompting defections to the APC.

Nigeria's political landscape is undergoing significant changes less than a year ahead of the presidential elections, with the People's Democratic Party facing a crisis and the African Democratic Congress emerging as a new opposition coalition.

A significant number of members of the Benue State chapter of the APC have resigned amidst internal dissent, with several governorship aspirants attending a PDP meeting.

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyal to Minister Nyesom Wike elected new party executives in multiple states after a court ruling invalidated a previous convention.

A Kogi State House of Assembly aspirant argues that the African Democratic Congress lacks the necessary structure to effectively oppose the ruling All Progressives Congress in the upcoming elections.

A faction of Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party, backed by Minister Nyesom Wike, has elected Abdulrahman Akinoso as the new chairman for Oyo State during a congress in Ibadan.

The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council urged the Benue State PDP leaders to support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election during a visit to former Governor Samuel Ortom.

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party in Bayelsa State has elected Alabh Turnah as their new chairman amidst a secure and peaceful congress.

The Wike-backed faction of Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party is committed to revitalizing the party in Ekiti State before the 2027 elections.

A PDP advocacy group criticizes a new directive in Akwa Ibom that mandates biometric registration and a unified ticketing system for commercial transport, calling it an insensitive tax burden.

A PDP chieftain in Kwara State has called for prioritizing job creation and youth empowerment to combat crime and unemployment.

A reconciliation committee from both Nyesom Wike's camp and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors is scheduled to meet to discuss resolving ongoing party conflicts.

Political thugs attacked Bemgba Iortyom, the newly appointed media consultant for the Benue State Peoples Democratic Party, burning his car in an armed assault.

A pressure group within the Osun State PDP has called for intervention from the national party leadership to prevent the collapse of its structure in the state.

The Peoples Democratic Party in Kwara State is initiating a membership information update across all wards to enhance its database and ensure compliance with electoral regulations.

The Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has refuted claims that its executive committee has been dissolved by the national leadership, labeling such reports as misinformation.

The chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ondo State asserts that the party remains a strong opposition force, despite challenges, and disputes rumors of executive committee dissolution.

Eight opposition senators in Nigeria have defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), increasing its representation in the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 elections.

The Publicity Secretary of the Edo State chapter of the PDP, Dan Osa-Ogbegie, has resigned and announced his support for Okpebholo amid concerns over the party's disorganization and lack of credible candidates.

A total of 11 lawmakers from Nigeria's opposition parties have defected to the All Progressives Congress and African Democratic Congress amid ongoing political realignments.

Saidu Umar, the 2023 governorship candidate for the PDP in Sokoto State, has resigned from the party following former governor Aminu Tambuwal's departure, citing unresolved leadership disputes.

Aminu Tambuwal resigns from the Peoples Democratic Party to join the African Democratic Congress due to ongoing internal conflicts within the PDP.

Jamil Magayaki, the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party in Zamfara State, has defected to the All Progressives Congress, citing political developments in the state as his reason for the switch.