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The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission from recognising or participating in any congress organised by a disputed caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has alleged that some individuals are exploiting the country’s security challenges in a bid to force him out of office, insisting that he remains resolute and focused on seeking a second term.

Rivers State Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Chukwudi Dimkpa, says the party is considering consensus as its preferred method for selecting candidates ahead of future elections, while remaining open to direct primaries where necessary.

Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Nigerian Army

Members and supporters of the Rivers State chapter of the African Democratic Congress, ADC on Wednesday stormed the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC office in Port Harcourt.

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar on Wednesday met behind closed doors with ex-governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi.

A trader, Osifo Stanley, has purchased the N100 million presidential nomination and expression of interest forms of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to contest for the party’s ticket.

As the All Progressives Congress (APC) begins its march towards 2027, a clash over access to nomination forms has exposed a deeper battle fort control, with governors and aspirants locked in a contest that risks triggering a damaging internal rupture. Some aggrieved aspirants yesterday raised the alarm that state governors in the party have hijacked the distribution of expression of interest and nomination forms meant for the states, with a view to allocating them to preferred candidates. They called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene by calling the governors to order. The development came to the fore when a presidential aspirant, Chief Osifo Stanley, declared in Abuja that he had been unable to obtain the party’s nomination form after making repeated efforts since last weekend. According to him, attempts to reach party officials and secure the necessary payment details proved abortive. “I made calls between Saturday and yesterday to officials of the party. The account number requir...

  Ini Ememobong, spokesperson of the Turaki-led National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has expressed concern over the growing wave of political defections in Nigeria, stressing that the party is less troubled by the act of switching allegiance and more concerned about the processes and circumstances under which such movements take place.

Tonye Cole, co-founder and former group executive director of Sahara Group, has obtained the governorship nomination form of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers state.

  In a recent video on Facebook, prominent Nigerian cleric Primate Elijah Ayodele issued a strong political warning concerning developments in Rivers State, urging Governor Siminalayi Fubara to take firm control of his leadership decisions.

  Tonye Cole, a former governorship candidate, has spoken out against what he described as growing political control in Rivers State during an interview on Arise TV. He said democracy in the state is being weakened because many major political actors are no longer free to express themselves openly.

The 2023 Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has announced plans to leave the Labour Party and join the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP).

In a recent interview shared by Arise News, 2023 APC Governorship candidate in Rivers State, Tonye Cole, weighed in on Nigeria’s evolving political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.

 A  Nigerian-American citizen, Olaolukitan Adon Abel, has d+ed in custody days after his arrest over an illegal fir£arm linked to the k+lling of a U.S. government employee in Decatur, Georgia.

A civic technology organisation, MonITNG, has criticised a recent constituency empowerment programme carried out by a member of the House of Representatives representing Etche/Omuma Federal Constituency of Rivers State, Kelechi Nwogu, describing the exercise as a misplaced use of public resources amid worsening social infrastructure in the area.

Political News editor, Sumner Sambo, has stated that Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara no longer wields significant influence in Nigeria’s political space.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged Nigerians and other foreign nationals to obey local laws and customs, stressing mutual respect. “To those who are here legally, respect us as South Africans, respect our laws, respect our conventions and our traditions, as you would want us to respect the laws and traditions of your own country,” he said during a Freedom Day address on SABC News.

The Nigerian Consulate in Johannesburg has called for urgent investigations after two Nigerian nationals, Amaramiro Emmanuel and Ekpenyong Andrew, d+ed in separate incidents involving South African security operatives, raising renewed concerns over xen+phobic tensions and alleged ab¥se of power.

Former Senator representing Kaduna Central and APC chieftain, Shehu Sani, has described the growing support for former presidential candidate Peter Obi as being driven by “tribal sentiments” while insisting that President Bola Tinubu will win the 2027 presidential election.

A 37-year-old Nigerian man, Ademola Oke, has reportedly d+ed after being found unresponsive at his workplace in the United Kingdom. His passing marks the third similar incident involving Nigerians in the country this April.

Tragedy struck in the Ajah area of Lagos State as a 65-year-old man, Chief Augustine Nwalieze, was allegedly murdered by his gateman under yet-to-be ascertained circumstances.

Veteran Nollywood actor and producer, Solomon Akiyesi, has d!ed. He passed away in his sleep on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

The United States Mission in Nigeria has again cautioned Nigerians to follow proper travel rules, stressing that visa overstays could have wider consequences for other applicants.

Gunmen suspected to be bandits have abd¥cted 23 pupils and the wife of the proprietor of Dahallukitab Group of School in Zariagi, near Kabba Junction along the Lokoja–Okene road in Adavi Local Government Area of Kogi State.

Popular actor Vitalis Ndubuisi has shared a blunt life lesson, warning people against the habit of constantly opening up to others about their personal struggles.

Gunmen have k+lled a pastor of the Evangelical Church Winning All, along with his wife and their two children, in Gako village, Rim Ward, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has strongly criticized the administration of President Bola Tinubu over the worsening insecurity across the country.

Veteran Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has identified internal sabotage as one of the biggest challenges confronting the Nigerian movie industry, saying the sector is weighed down by individuals working against its progress.

Businesswoman Diiadem has opened up about her relationship status and expectations from a partner during a recent house tour session with content creator Jarvis.

A young man identified as a serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Samad, has reportedly d+ed in a tragic incident at his residence in Shagari Quarters, Deidei, Abuja.

 For a man who once held the petroleum brief of Africa’s largest oil producer, Timipre Sylva has spent early 2026 in a place far from the corridors of power: the crosshairs of the law. The former Bayelsa governor is now a fugitive, and the shine of his political career has dulled into the grey of an Interpol manhunt.

President Donald Trump was confirmed safe after gunshots were reported near the venue of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington on Sunday, 26th April 2026, according to BBC News, sparking panic among guests and a rapid security response.

 Oboy Elijah Chibuzor and his wife have donated 200 chairs to the Omega Power Ministries (OPM) during their wedding thanksgiving service.

A member of a local hunters’ group has died following an accidental explosion during a joint patrol with troops in Adamawa State.

  Mali has been plunged into crisis after a series of coordinated att@cks targeted several military installations across the country, with reports confirming the d+ath of Defence Minister Sadio Camara at the age of 47.

Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has announced plans to contest the Bauchi State governorship in the 2027 general election.

All Progressives Congress (APC) has appointed Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna state, as chairman of its campaign council for the forthcoming Ekiti governorship election.

  Immigrants could now be denied a pathway to U.S. citizenship under new guidance reportedly introduced by the Trump administration over their political expressions on social media.

 The traditional ruler of Owa-Onire in Kwara State, Oba AbdulRahman Fabiyi, has left his palace and is currently staying on the outskirts of Ilorin following persistent insecurity in his community.

Donald Trump has spoken out following the sh%%ting incident that disrupted the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, describing the nature of his role in public service as “one of the most d+ngerous professions.”

According to report by Nigerian Tribune on Friday, April 24, 2026, tensions are mounting within the All Progressives Congress (APC) following the collapse of an alleged agreement between serving lawmakers and state governors ahead of the party’s National Assembly primaries.

Human rights activist and politician Omoyele Sowore has sparked fresh controversy after allegedly making strong statements against President Bola Tinubu and key members of his administration, including Vice President Kashim Shettima and Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

According to a report by Daily Post, on Saturday April 25, 2026, former Minister of Transportation and ADC chieftain, Rotimi Amaechi, has stated that his political disagreements have not been limited to one administration, but have followed a consistent pattern of expressing dissent when he disagrees with leadership decisions.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Esit Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State has suspended the Senate President’s media aide, Eseme Eyiboh, following a dispute over convening a stakeholders’ meeting without the approval of the party’s local leadership.

Former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has formally declared his intention to vie for the Delta North senatorial ticket.

  The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has cautioned content creators and the general public against the unauthorised use of its name, logo, uniforms, and likeness in skits and other media productions.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has redeployed Anugbum Onuoha, a former aide and cousin to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, as the new Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Akwa Ibom State.

Daniel Bwala, who serves as the Special Adviser on Policy Communication to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has responded to comments made by the Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido.