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Nigerian newspapers review: [2027] Parties, candidates kick over omission in INEC’s final list ↗

In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with political parties and candidates whose names were omitted from the final lists of governorship and state houses of assembly contestants released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), kicking against their exclusion. The post Nigerian newspapers review: [2027] Parties, candidates kick over omission in INEC’s final list appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: INEC warns against fake governorship candidates’ announcement in six states ↗

“The Commission wishes to categorically inform the general public that the publication is FAKE and did not originate from INEC,” the notice stated. The post 2027: INEC warns against fake governorship candidates’ announcement in six states appeared first on Vanguard News.

Otti urges Abia residents to reject election-season promises by politicians ↗

Gov. Alex Otti of Abia has urged voters to resist financial and material inducements from politicians, warning that such offers could undermine the state’s future in the 2027 general elections. The post Otti urges Abia residents to reject election-season promises by politicians appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: PDP candidate denies stepping down for Ebonyi gov ↗

2027: Enugu Govt alleges opposition plot to import armed thugs, bandits ↗

…Denies government involvement in NDC airport, secretariat incidents Says Mbah’s performance more than enough to win free, fair election The Enugu State Government said it has uncovered alleged plans by some opposition elements to import armed thugs and bandits into the state to create panic and a false sense of insecurity ahead of the 2027 […] The post 2027: Enugu Govt alleges opposition plot to import armed thugs, bandits appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Atiku demands names of firms printing INEC’s ballot papers ↗

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has challenged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to disclose who is printing sensitive materials for the 2027 elections, warning that opaque contracts and key departmental redeployments could undermine confidence in the polls. His central concern is that Nigerians could head into a decisive election without […] The post 2027: Atiku demands names of firms printing INEC’s ballot papers appeared first

2027: NDC vows legal action over omitted candidates ↗

By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has vowed to use every available legal means to ensure the restoration of its governorship candidates’ names on the list published by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 elections. The party’s position follows the omission of some of its governorship candidates […] The post 2027: NDC vows legal action over omitted candidates appeared first on Vanguard News.

INEC lists 19 governorship candidates for Taraba ↗

Agbu Kefas, Emmanuel Bwacha, Abubakar Tutare among contenders By Femi Bolaji JALINGO — The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the final list of governorship and deputy-governorship candidates for the 2027 election in Taraba State, featuring contenders from 19 political parties. Among those listed is the incumbent governor, Agbu Kefas, who is the candidate […] The post INEC lists 19 governorship candidates for Taraba appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ebonyi 2027: Odii denies stepping down for Gov Nwifuru ↗

By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki The governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State, Chief Ifeanyichukwuma Odii, has dismissed reports that he is stepping down for Governor Francis Nwifuru of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 governorship election. Odii also denied claims that the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, […] The post Ebonyi 2027: Odii denies stepping down for Gov Nwifuru appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: APC moves to bypass governors over polling agents ↗

Party may pay election funds directly to candidates amid sabotage fears By Dayo Johnson, Akure AKURE — The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reportedly directed its candidates to submit the names of their polling agents directly to the party’s national secretariat in Abuja, in a move aimed at preventing […] The post 2027: APC moves to bypass governors over polling agents appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: ADC alleges ethnic bias in INEC postings, demands answers ↗

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of a pattern of personnel redeployments that allegedly favours the South-West, demanding an explanation for the reported movement of officers from northern states out of strategic departments. The opposition party said the alleged changes raise questions about […] The post 2027: ADC alleges ethnic bias in INEC postings, demands answers appeared first on

2027: Full list of governorship candidates released by INEC ↗

The list, published on Saturday, contains the names of candidates and their political parties ahead of the polls scheduled for next year. The post 2027: Full list of governorship candidates released by INEC appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Be realistic ​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‍​‌⁠‍​​⁠‍‌​in campaign promises, APC chieftain tells Atiku, Obi ↗

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has urged the presidential candidates of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, to be realistic in their campaign promises to Nigerians. Oyintiloye, who spoke with newsmen on Sunday in Osogbo, said the campaign promises […] The post 2027: Be realistic ​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‍​‌⁠‍​​⁠‍‌​in campaign promises, APC chieftain tells Atiku, Obi appeared first o

2027 Polls: Don’t fall for scammers, desperate politicians – Ahmadu ↗

The Minister of State for Regional Development, Uba Ahmadu, has urged Nigerians to beware of scammers and desperate politicians ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ahmadu gave the advice in an interview with newsmen on Sunday in Abuja. He urged voters to scrutinise political promises and assess the current administration’s performance before deciding on the […] The post 2027 Polls: Don’t fall for scammers, desperate politicians – Ahmadu appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: I have preference among opposition leaders, but they don’t know arithmetic — Onaiyekan ↗

Onaiyekan warned that allowing multiple opposition candidates to split votes against the ruling party could enable the incumbent government to win by default. The post 2027: I have preference among opposition leaders, but they don’t know arithmetic — Onaiyekan appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ogun PDP raises alarm over Adebutu’s omission ↗

By Jimoh Babatunde The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State has expressed concern over the omission of its 2027 governorship candidate, Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu, from the list published by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), alleging political pressure from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, Arc. […] The post Ogun PDP raises alarm over Adebutu’s omission appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Enugu NRM candidate warns against political violence ↗

The governorship candidate of the National Rescue Movement (NRM) in Enugu State, Engr. Dr. Christopher Ndubuisi Okonkwo, has condemned reports of attacks on supporters of a fellow governorship aspirant, calling on security agencies to investigate the incidents and bring anyone found responsible to justice. In a statement, Okonkwo expressed concern over reports that armed individuals […] The post 2027: Enugu NRM candidate warns against political violence appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: We’ll match APC ‘fire for fire’, says NDC, inaugurates campaign council October 20 ↗

…warns against election manipulation By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) will inaugurate its Presidential Campaign Council and present certificates of return to its candidates on October 20 as part of preparations for the 2027 general elections. The National Chairman of the party, Senator Moses Cleopas, disclosed this on Saturday in Abuja […] The post 2027: We’ll match APC ‘fire for fire’, says NDC, inaugurates campaign council October 20 ap

INEC omits four parties from Bauchi 2027 governorship list ↗

By Christopher Ameh, Bauchi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has omitted the governorship candidates of four political parties — the Social Democratic Party (SDP), New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Action Alliance (AA) and Accord Party — from its published list of candidates for the 2027 Bauchi State governorship election. The commission published the list […] The post INEC omits four parties from Bauchi 2027 governorship list appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Will Nigeria's Economic Reforms Survive the Ballot? – THISDAYLIVE ↗

Rivers 2027: INEC lists Chinda, Pidomson, Ejekwu, Lulu-Briggs among 17 guber candidates ↗

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the final list of 17 candidates for the 2027 governorship election in Rivers State, with Chinda Kingsley Ogundu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Pidomson Gabriel Baritulem of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ejekwu Samuel Soni of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Lulu-Briggs Dumo Owukori of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) among those named. The post Rivers 2027: INEC lists Chinda, Pidomson, Ejekwu, Lulu-Br

Ogun 2027: INEC excludes PDP’s Adebutu, running mate from governorship candidates’ list ↗

The commission, in the list released on Saturday evening, published the names of 13 governorship candidates representing 13 political parties in Ogun State. The post Ogun 2027: INEC excludes PDP’s Adebutu, running mate from governorship candidates’ list appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Adebutu pledges LG autonomy, border community dev’t in Ogun ↗

The governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu, has reiterated his commitment to prioritise local government autonomy, grassroots development and strategic investment in border communities if elected in the 2027 governorship election. The post 2027: Adebutu pledges LG autonomy, border community dev’t in Ogun appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Yari’s camp denies backing ADC candidate in Zamfara ↗

The camp of former Zamfara State Governor, Senator Abdul’aziz Yari, has denied allegations that he is sponsoring the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate, Bilyaminu Yusuf Shinkafi, accusing political rivals of trying to tarnish his reputation ahead of the 2027 elections. The post 2027: Yari’s camp denies backing ADC candidate in Zamfara appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: NDC to inaugurate presidential council Oct 20 ↗

He added that the party had continued preparations for the 2027 elections in spite of public concerns about the timing of the PCC inauguration. The post 2027: NDC to inaugurate presidential council Oct 20 appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Makinde vows one-term presidency, challenges Tinubu on fuel prices ↗

Presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, Seyi Makinde, has pledged to serve only one four-year term if elected in 2027, promising a transitional government of national unity while challenging President Bola Tinubu to publish the Federal Government’s petroleum pricing template. The post 2027: Makinde vows one-term presidency, challenges Tinubu on fuel prices appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: ‘We’ll campaign with projects, not insults’ — Aliyu ↗

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has challenged opposition parties in the state to present their records of achievements to voters ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying his administration will campaign on the strength of its projects and development initiatives. Aliyu said the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the […] The post 2027: ‘We’ll campaign with projects, not insults’ — Aliyu appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Disputes over primaries over, time to win elections, Amaechi tells ADC members ↗

Vice-presidential candidate of African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rotimi Amaechi, has urged party members to stop disputing primaries and focus on winning elections. The post 2027: Disputes over primaries over, time to win elections, Amaechi tells ADC members appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: APC campaign to begin in Kaduna on October 24 ↗

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — The All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu will be formally inaugurated on October 14, with the campaign officially kicking off in Kaduna on October 24. The Director-General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, disclosed this after meeting with Tinubu at […] The post 2027: APC campaign to begin in Kaduna on October 24 appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Tinubu sure of winning over 20 states – Yari ↗

THE Director-General of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, has declared that President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign will be formally inaugurated on October 14 and flagged off in Kaduna on October 24, with a nationwide tour of states already approved by the Presid The post 2027: Tinubu sure of winning over 20 states – Yari appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027 election ​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‍​‌‍‍‌⁠⁠​‌​a rescue mission for Nigerians says Atiku ↗

”This election is a rescue mission, and every Nigerian with a PVC has a part to play. Let us urge them to dust off their PVCs and use them. The post 2027 election ​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‍​‌‍‍‌⁠⁠​‌​a rescue mission for Nigerians says Atiku appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Makinde Campaign woos Bode George, Lagos leaders ↗

— Seeks support for APM governorship candidate By Henry Obetta The Makinde/Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation (MDPCO) of the Allied People’s Movement (APM) has begun consultations with prominent leaders in Lagos State to rally support for the party’s presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 general elections. The delegation, led by the South-West Campaign Coordinator, Mr Eddy […] The post 2027: Makinde Campaign woos Bode George, Lagos leaders appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Kalu’s third-term bid faces zoning dispute ↗

— Camp denies signing MoU, alleges forgery By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — The third-term ambition of Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has run into fresh controversy as traditional rulers in Bende, Abia State, insist on a 2019 power-rotation agreement that his campaign organisation has dismissed as a forgery. More than 27 […] The post 2027: Kalu’s third-term bid faces zoning dispute appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Olawepo-Hashim’s court victory rattles Adeleke faction ↗

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – An Accord chieftain in Lagos State, Jagunmolu Moses, has described the court victory of Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as a major setback for the faction of the party aligned with Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, amid questions over its decision to leave the presidential ticket vacant for the 2027 elections. Moses […] The post 2027: Olawepo-Hashim’s court victory rattles Adeleke faction appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Tinubu kicks off re-election campaign in Kaduna Oct 24 ↗

According to him, Tinubu will formally inaugurate the APC PCC, appointed a few months ago, on Oct. 14 at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The post 2027: Tinubu kicks off re-election campaign in Kaduna Oct 24 appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Sanction Amaechi now; Wike urges INEC ↗

"Many Nigerians have called INEC to sanction political parties and candidates or some politicians who, in their campaigns, incite the public or raise matters that are not issue-based. We have been told to go on campaigns based on issues. What are you going to do about the people attacking personality or insulting individuals? Up till now, I have not heard that INEC has been able to call or draw the attention of the vice presidential candidate of the ADC, Rotimi Amaechi, to this," the minister sa

2027: ADC campaign dares APC, tells Nigerians to collect PVCs, defend votes ↗

The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) has urged Nigerians to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), vowing to resist attempts to manipulate the 2027 general election in favour of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The post 2027: ADC campaign dares APC, tells Nigerians to collect PVCs, defend votes appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: AAC sets up campaign council, targets voters across 36 states ↗

By Dickson Omobola African Action Congress, AAC, has said the 2027 general election is about changing Nigeria’s political direction rather than merely changing the occupant of Aso Rock. The party, which lamented the failure of the existing political order to meet Nigerians’ expectations, announced the inauguration of the Sowore–Magashi 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, PCC, as […] The post 2027: AAC sets up campaign council, targets voters across 36 states appeared first on Vanguard News

2027: ADC Govt. will lower cost of living, reverse fuel subsidy – Amaechi ↗

He said the party’s proposed policy would support domestic fuel production and reduce petrol costs to lower transportation expenses and ease pressure on Nigerians. The post 2027: ADC Govt. will lower cost of living, reverse fuel subsidy – Amaechi appeared first on Vanguard News.

Only a madman will vote for Tinubu in 2027 — Amaechi ↗

Rotimi Amaechi, vice-presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has described President Bola Tinubu’s decision to remove the petrol subsidy as “reckless,” declaring that only a madman would vote for the president in the 2027 general election. Amaechi made the remarks on Thursday at the ADC town hall meeting in Edo State, where he […] The post Only a madman will vote for Tinubu in 2027 — Amaechi appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: ADC defies INEC warning, vows to publish polling-unit results ↗

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has vowed to document, collate and share polling-unit results with the public during the 2027 general elections, despite a warning by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) against privately collated results. The party said it would respect INEC’s exclusive power to declare official results and […] The post 2027: ADC defies INEC warning, vows to publish polling-unit results appeared first on Vanguard Ne

2027: Nigerians will reject your one-month fuel bribe — ADC campaign ↗

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) has described the Federal Government’s 30-day reduction in petrol prices at NNPC filling stations as a desperate attempt to bribe Nigerians ahead of the 2027 elections. The council was reacting to the announcement by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of […] The post 2027: Nigerians will reject your one-month fuel bribe — ADC campaign appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ogun transport unions endorse Adeola for 2027 ↗

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta All nine transport unions in Ogun State, under the aegis of the Transport Unions Alliance for Yayi, have endorsed the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, ahead of the 2027 election. The unions announced their endorsement at a rally held at […] The post Ogun transport unions endorse Adeola for 2027 appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: APC North Central plans mega rally for Tinubu, Shettima ↗

By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja ABUJA — The All Progressives Congress, APC, in the North Central has announced plans to hold a mega rally in Lafia, Nasarawa State, on Saturday, October 10, in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 general elections. The rally, organised under the auspices […] The post 2027: APC North Central plans mega rally for Tinubu, Shettima appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Collect PVCs, vote out APC, APM candidate tells Ogun voters ↗

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta ABEOKUTA — The governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, in Ogun State, Rotimi Babajide, has urged registered voters to collect their Permanent Voter Cards, PVCs, and vote massively for the party in the 2027 general elections. Babajide made the call on Thursday in Abeokuta at a town hall meeting […] The post 2027: Collect PVCs, vote out APC, APM candidate tells Ogun voters appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Ondo APC crisis deepens over SDP rally ↗

Women leader faces possible suspension over NWC-backed candidates By Dayo Johnson, Akure AKURE — The crisis rocking the Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has deepened following allegations that some political appointees of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa attended a campaign rally organised by a Social Democratic Party, SDP, candidate for Idanre/Ifedore Federal Constituency. […] The post 2027: Ondo APC crisis deepens over SDP rally appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: No candidate better positioned than Tinubu — Shoga ↗

— Says President’s record provides case for continuity By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE Director-General of the City Boy Movement (CBM), Francis Shoga, on Thursday declared that no candidate is better positioned to drive Nigeria’s development beyond 2027. Shoga pointed to what he described as significant progress in infrastructure, agriculture, energy and broader economic reforms […] The post 2027: No candidate better positioned than Tinubu — Shoga appeared first on Van

2027: Edo APC seeks one-man-one-vote strategy ↗

By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY — The Edo State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Emperor Jarret Tenebe, has urged members of the party to adopt a “one man, one vote” strategy ahead of the 2027 general elections. Tenebe made the call while addressing APC members during the party’s statewide mobilisation tour of Okpella, […] The post 2027: Edo APC seeks one-man-one-vote strategy appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Insecurity could haunt Tinubu politically — Adeyanju ↗

“It is not simply a question of statistics or the number of attacks recorded. Behind those figures are people who have lost their lives, families who have lost loved ones, communities that have been displaced, children whose education has been disrupted, and Nigerians who are increasingly afraid to travel, conduct their businesses or move freely,” Adeyanju said. The post 2027: Insecurity could haunt Tinubu politically — Adeyanju appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Insecurity, economy threaten Tinubu’s re-election — Adebayo ↗

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The worsening insecurity and economic hardship in Nigeria could provide the opposition with a potent weapon against President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, Head of the Directorate of Media and Communications, Adewole Adebayo-Bugaje Presidential Campaign, Comrade Mark Adebayo, has said. Adebayo said rising kidnappings, banditry and other forms […] The post 2027: Insecurity, economy threaten Tinubu’s re-election — Adebayo appeared first on Van