In a surprising turn of events, Edo State’s Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has openly expressed his deep sense of betrayal by his principal, Governor Godwin Obaseki. The rift has emerged over the upcoming 2024 governorship election, where Shaibu expected Obaseki’s support for his candidacy. This revelation sheds light on the internal dynamics of the political…
The Supreme Court made a decisive ruling on Wednesday, marking the conclusion of a legal battle surrounding the Adamawa governorship election. The apex court dismissed an appeal brought forward by the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its candidate, Umar Ardo, following a plea from the candidate’s counsel to withdraw the case. The five-member panel, presided…
Doyin Okupe, the former head of the Labour Party’s presidential campaign, sent shockwaves through the Nigerian political sphere as he officially resigned from the Labour Party, citing irreconcilable ideological disparities that surfaced after the tumultuous 2023 elections. His departure, articulated in a letter disclosed on Monday, illuminated the clash between Doyin Okupe’s longstanding allegiance to…
The Nigerian Supreme Court recently made a significant decision in the realm of state politics, dismissing an appeal that contested the election victory of Governor Hyacinth Alia in Benue State. The appeal, originally filed by Mr. Titus Uba of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), had been a contentious issue since its initiation. However, the tide…
Introduction to Ifeoluwa Ehindero’s Election Ifeoluwa Ehindero emerged victorious in the recent APC candidate selection for the Akoko Northwest/Akoko Northeast Federal Constituency by-election with 105 votes to 01 vote. This development comes after the seat was declared vacant due to Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo’s transition to the Minister of Interior role in President Bola Tinubu’s government. The…
APC Candidate, Fuad Laguda, a prominent figure within the APC ranks, has clinched the candidacy for the upcoming House of Representatives by-election in Surulere Constituency 1, Lagos state. The election, slated for February 3, arises from the void left by the former speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, who assumed the role of Chief of Staff to President…
Introduction to Ebonyi South Senatorial District Bye-Election APC candidate selection: The APC gears up for the February 3 bye-election in Ebonyi South Senatorial District, prompted by the resignation of David Umahi. Today, the party is set to elect a candidate to represent them in this crucial electoral battle. In Abakaliki, the APC Congress Committee from…
The volatile nature of former President Donald Trump‘s statements in the past, coupled with his ongoing legal battles across the nation, has added a layer of complexity to the electoral landscape. Given these concerns, the potential for violence casting a shadow over the approaching 2024 election, raising valid and real concerns among officials and the…
Political environment in Edo State has been disrupted by a violent clash within the Labour Party. A distressing video circulating online reveals a brutal attack on members of the Lamidi Apapa group, who were in Benin City for their scheduled convention on Saturday, December 30th. The assailants, boldly challenging their victims, physically assaulted two men,…
Maxine Waters Criticizes Lauren Boebert’s District Switching on MSNBC: In a recent appearance on MSNBC, Maxine Waters, the seasoned Democratic representative, launched a scathing critique of Lauren Boebert, a controversial Republican congresswoman. Waters accused Boebert of engaging in what she termed as “district shopping,” implying that Boebert is not capable of effectively representing the districts…
