The Peoples Democratic Party faction led by Abdulrahman Mohammed has unveiled its timetable and nomination fees for the 2027 general elections, setting the cost of its presidential expression of interest and nomination forms at a combined ₦51 million. The party also fixed ₦21 million for governorship aspirants, according to a schedule released by the National Organising Secretary, Umar Bature. Under…
The Supreme Court has reserved judgment in two appeals filed by the Kabiru Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), challenging rulings that voided the party’s national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, in November last year. A five-member panel of the apex court, led by Justice Mohammed Garba, announced on Wednesday that the…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is set to hold its first National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting at its national secretariat, Wadata Plaza, following the reopening of the facility by the police. The secretariat had been sealed in November after a leadership crisis triggered a violent clash between factions led by Tanimu Turaki and Abdulrahman Mohammed, both laying claim to the…
Former Kano State governor, Ibrahim Shekarau, has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a significant shift in the state’s political landscape. Shekarau announced his defection on Sunday at his residence in Kano, following weeks of consultations with political associates and loyalists. The event was attended by supporters, including prominent PDP figure, Bello Gwarzo….
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has scheduled April 22, 2026, to hear two appeals filed by a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Kabiru Turaki. The group is seeking to overturn a Court of Appeal ruling that invalidated the party’s Ibadan National Convention held in November 2025. A five-member panel headed by…
Former Imo State Deputy Governor, Eze Madumere, has officially defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), days after resigning from the All Progressives Congress (APC). Madumere made the announcement on Wednesday at his residence in Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State, stating that his decision followed extensive consultations with family, political allies, and supporters. He explained that his exit…
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has restrained the Kabiru Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from accessing the party’s national secretariat in Abuja. The judge also directed security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and DSS, to protect the Abdulrahman-led PDP faction, ensuring their access to the secretariat. Justice Abdulmalik declared the Turaki-led national convention of…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially recognised the faction of the National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) backed by Nyesom Wike. This update was reflected on INEC’s official website, where the newly constituted leadership of the opposition party was published following its recent national convention in Abuja. Key positions…
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party has announced that about 2,500 delegates are expected to attend its national convention scheduled for Sunday. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, reaffirmed that the convention will proceed as planned on March 29–30, despite ongoing internal disputes and legal challenges. He noted that reconciliation efforts among aggrieved members…
The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has officially validated her membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), calling on Nigerians—especially youths and party supporters—to do the same through the party’s e-registration platform. She made this known via her verified social media platforms, confirming the completion of her registration and encouraging wider participation to strengthen…
