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    Abia 2027: I ‘ll respond to calls to run for governor soon – Kalu…as APC stakeholders from 3 senatorial districts endorsed Kalu

    April 14, 2026 (updated April 14, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Abuja Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has promised to respond to the calls of Abians to run for governor in 2027 general elections, saying he will make it public soon. Kalu who made the statement at a gathering of APC stakeholders and supporters in Umuahia, Abia State capital on Sunday, urged them to stay... Read more

    Category: Politics

    ADC Reps caucus calls for prosecution of INEC Chairman over alleged bias, electoral irregularities

    April 14, 2026 (updated April 14, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Caucus in the House of Representatives has demanded the immediate prosecution of Professor Joash Amupitan, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), over allegations of partiality and inconsistencies that undermine the credibility of Nigeria’s electoral process. Briefing Journalist in Abuja following its inaugural meeting on Sunday, April 12, 2026, the leader of the Caucus,... Read more

    Category: Politics

    Kano Deputy Gov Race: Barau, Abbas, APC Legacy Bloc Back Bichi

    April 13, 2026 (updated April 13, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Influential figures in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, led by Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau, have rallied behind Engr. Rabiu Suleiman Bichi as their preferred candidate for the vacant position of deputy governor. The stakeholders, operating under the “Legacy Bloc,” have launched a coordinated push that pairs a strong endorsement of Bichi with a call for contenders... Read more

    Category: News, Politics

    ADC Inaugurates Borno Exco, Sets Sights on 2027 Elections

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Borno State has inaugurated a new set of state executive members following a consensus-based congress held in Maiduguri. Hon. Kolo Bukar, a former chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, emerged as the new ADC State Chairman through the consensus arrangement concluded last Saturday. The inauguration ceremony, held at Barwee Luxury... Read more

    Category: News, Politics

    ADC Sets May 12 for State Executives’ Inauguration Amid Internal Crisis

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has scheduled May 12, 2026, for the inauguration of its newly elected state executives, as the leadership led by former Senate President David Mark moves to strengthen its control of party structures nationwide despite lingering internal disputes. The planned inauguration signals a decisive effort by the Mark-led camp to formalise its authority across the states,... Read more

    Category: News, Politics

    2027: Abia Speaker Backs Otti for Second Term as Groups Intensify Grassroots Campaign

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Emmanuel Emeruwa, has endorsed Governor Alex Otti for a second term in office, citing what he described as “unmatched achievements” across key sectors of the state’s economy.Emeruwa made the declaration at an endorsement event organised by the Vanguard Movement for Continuity (VMC) in Owerrinta, Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area, where... Read more

    Category: News, Politics

    Atiku Tackles Tinubu Over Hardship Claims, Warns Against ‘Misleading’ Fuel Price Comparisons

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has sharply criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over recent comments linking Nigeria’s economic situation to fuel price comparisons with other African countries, describing the argument as misleading and disconnected from reality. Atiku, through a statement issued Saturday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, accused the president of presenting a distorted picture... Read more

    Category: Politics

    ADC Elects New Enugu Leadership, Targets 2027 Takeover…Nwodo vows better governance

    April 12, 2026 (updated April 12, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has elected a new leadership for its Enugu State chapter following a consensus-driven congress held at the weekend. Prof. Augustine Akubua emerged as state chairman alongside 45 other officials, in an exercise party leaders described as peaceful and inclusive. Former Enugu State governor, Dr. Okwesilieze Nwodo, expressed optimism that the party is well-positioned to win... Read more

    Category: News, Politics

    SDP to INEC: Stay Out of Our Internal Affairs, Ignore Gabam’s Claims

    April 11, 2026 (updated April 11, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has urged the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, to refrain from interfering in the party’s internal affairs, citing what it described as deliberate falsehoods being circulated by its expelled former National Chairman, Shehu Musa Gabam. In a letter jointly signed by the SDP... Read more

    Category: News, Politics

    2027: PRP, ADC Leaders Meet in Abuja Amid Growing Political Realignments

    April 11, 2026 (updated April 11, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Leaders and key stakeholders of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Friday held a strategic meeting in Abuja as part of ongoing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. The high-level engagement brought together prominent figures from both parties to deliberate on emerging political dynamics and areas of collaboration. In his remarks, PRP... Read more

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