Funso Doherty says Nigeria’s democracy is at risk without a strong opposition, insisting the PDP remains vital to balance power.

Peter Obi says Nigeria’s insecurity crisis is avoidable but worsened by “incompetent leadership” and “lack of patriotism” under the APC government.

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri says his defection to APC is driven by President Tinubu’s genuine commitment to Bayelsa’s development.

Vice President Shettima welcomes Governor Diri and PDP defectors to APC, hailing Bayelsa’s embrace of unity and national integration.

Professor of political science, Zabadi, says Nigeria’s political system serves elite interests, lacking ideology, internal democracy, and genuine citizen participation.

INEC chair Amupitan pledges credible Anambra election, calls it his first major test as IG warns IPOB, ESN.

ADC condemns Tinubu’s handling of insecurity after US designates Nigeria a concern, citing 15,000 deaths and diplomatic failures.

Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau receives over 1,000 NNPP defectors in Kano, hailing Tinubu’s leadership and APC’s growing influence.

Former Governor Suswam says his move to APC aims to align Benue with federal initiatives and promote unity, security, and growth.

PDP chieftain Umar Sani insists the party will proceed with its Ibadan convention despite Justice Omotosho’s ruling halting it.

Governor Douye Diri says his defection to APC serves Bayelsa’s best interest, stressing unity, peace, and continued development.

Kwankwaso urges diplomatic engagement with US, saying insecurity affects all Nigerians equally, and calls for unity, technology-based cooperation.

Peter Obi urges new INEC chairman Amupitan to deliver credible Anambra poll, reaffirming plans to contest 2027 presidential election.

Fayose urges PDP’s new acting chairman to unite the party, address injustices, and ensure a credible convention.

PDP Deputy National Legal Adviser, Okey Osuoha, blames Acting Chairman Damagum for incompetence, impunity, and worsening leadership crisis in party.

Atiku Abubakar condemns student’s detention for criticising Governor Bago, warning Nigeria is descending into repression and intolerance.

Top government officials launch Tinubu 2027 Support Group in Benue, pledging continued reforms and North-Central political backing.

PDP chieftain Sani Umar says the party will petition NJC and proceed with its national convention.

Member representing Zango Kataf/Jaba Federal Constituency, Amos Magaji, says deep PDP crisis drove his defection to APC, hailing Tinubu, Uba Sani’s impact.

A PDP faction led by Samuel Anyanwu has suspended Acting Chairman Umar Damagum and top officials.