Okenwa: Nigeria Risks One-Party State As Defections Erode Ideology And Democracy
Okenwa warns defections to APC are weakening opposition, undermining democracy, and turning Nigeria into a winner-takes-all system.
Okenwa warns defections to APC are weakening opposition, undermining democracy, and turning Nigeria into a winner-takes-all system.
PDP says court ruling won’t affect its schedule as preparations for the Ibadan convention continue.
PDP National Vice Chairman Emmanuel Ogidi says the party will appeal the judgement and proceed with its convention plans.
The Abuja Federal High Court has sacked Zamfara lawmaker Abubakar Gummi for defecting from the PDP to the APC.
Court stops PDP from holding its November convention in Ibadan over breaches of the Electoral Act and INEC guidelines on delegate elections.
APGA National Chairman Sly Ezeokenwa says Governor Soludo’s reforms have restored safety, revitalised healthcare, and boosted citizens’ confidence statewide.
APC has secured two-thirds majority in the House of Representatives as six opposition lawmakers defect, boosting its legislative dominance
Southwest leaders endorse Tinubu’s economic reforms, urge urgent repair of federal roads, and call for stronger regional cooperation and dialogue.
Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo drags Bayelsa Assembly to court, alleging moves to impeach him for rejecting defection to APC.
APC aspirant Dideolu Falobi declares for Osun governorship, says President Tinubu’s achievements will boost party’s victory chances.
Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan invites Senate leaders to Kogi for project commissioning as she pushes Bill for nationwide autism inclusion.
At Southwest Summit, Governor Adeleke accuses FG of marginalising Osun over politics, urges regional unity and renewed commitment to true federalism.
Anambra LG chairman stops APC rally at Umunze school, citing violation of rules banning political events during school hours.
Former NBA President Olisa Agbakoba says only true federal restructuring can save Nigeria from deepening poverty and instability.
Lawyer Oshoma urges INEC to enforce accountability, punish election manipulators, and ensure credible polls free from courtroom disputes.
Abimbola Olawunmi alleges Governor Oyebanji bribed his way to secure the APC ticket through financial inducements to party delegates.
Auwalu Yadudu says Nigeria’s rising electoral disputes stem from legal breaches and dissatisfaction, not deliberate manipulation by officials.
Global Affairs Analyst and Nextier Managing Partner, Nwokolo, warns African leaders’ constitutional manipulations are eroding democracy and empowering authoritarianism.
Ivory Coast’s Alassane Ouattara has won a fourth term with nearly 90% of votes amid low voter turnoutm
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour slams Lagos demolitions, cites court violations, anti-poor policies, and urgent need for inclusive housing.
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