Nigeria’s 2027 Election Heats Up: Opposition Party Pressed to Build Northern Coalition to Challenge President Tinubu

Uchechi Okporie

May 01, 2026

Nigeria’s electoral momentum is gathering pace as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced June 20, 2026, as the date for crucial bye-elections across six states, signaling an early political buildup toward the country’s next general elections.

Uchechi Okporie

Apr 29, 2026

Tensions flared in West Bengal during the second phase of voting as fresh incidents of political violence were reported, raising concerns over election security in one of India’s most politically sensitive states

Uchechi Okporie

Apr 28, 2026

A major political storm is gathering inside Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) after respected elders from the historic Gongola region openly rejected alleged plans to impose a governorship candidate ahead of the 2027 elections.

Uchechi Okporie

Apr 28, 2026

Fresh political tension is shaking Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress after growing concerns that some state governors are taking control of the party’s nomination forms ahead of future elections.

Uchechi Okporie

Apr 16, 2026

A major political alignment is unfolding in Nasarawa State as key political stakeholders signal support for Senator Wadada as a leading successor figure ahead of the 2027 governorship election.

Uchechi Okporie

Apr 13, 2026

In a move that is already stirring political conversations beyond Nigeria’s borders, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced a sudden change in venue for its much-anticipated national convention.

Uchechi Okporie

Apr 07, 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria has earmarked N135.22bn in the 2026 budget for “Electoral Adjudication and Post-Election Provision,” signalling a major new financial commitment to handling disputes, settlements, and administrative fallout from elections.

Uchechi Okporie

Apr 02, 2026

As political activities gradually gather momentum ahead of the 2026 party primaries and the 2027 general elections, conversations across Delta South Senatorial District are beginning to take a more serious tone.