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INEC Unveils 2025 2026 Election Timetable, Resumes Voter Registration

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released a detailed electoral timetable covering 2025 and 2026, which includes five major elections and the nationwide restart of Continuous Voter Registration (CVR). INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, disclosed this on Tuesday during the commission’s second quarterly consultative meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners in Abuja. In a statement posted on its official X handle, the electoral body noted that it is preparing for an intensive period marked by several key elections across different states. In the statement, the INEC Chairman said, “The five major elections highlighted in the new timetable include bye-elections in 12 states, slated for August 16, 2025, followed by the Anambra State Governorship election on November 8, 2025. Looking into 2026, the schedule includes Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on February 21, 2026, the Ekiti State Governorship election on June 20, 2026, and the Osun State Governorship election on August 8, 2026.” Yakubu also announced the nationwide resumption of the Continuous Voter Registration exercise. “Online pre-registration will commence on August 18, 2025, followed by in-person registration across the country from August 25, 2025. For Anambra State, ahead of its governorship election, the CVR will begin earlier, next week, and will be conducted simultaneously in all 326 wards to ensure the compilation of a new voters’ register at least 90 days before the election, as required by law”, he said. During the meeting, Yakubu welcomed two newly appointed National Commissioners, Professor Sunday Aja and Abdulrazak Yusuf, as well as six recently sworn-in RECs attending the meeting for the first time. He emphasised the critical role of RECs in election management, urging them to proactively implement policy and procedural issues without constant prompting from the Headquarters. Addressing concerns regarding the interpretation of Section 65 of the Electoral Act 2022 on the review of election results, the INEC Chairman stated that the Commission is working on a supplementary regulation and guidelines to provide clarity. He assured that this document would be uploaded to INEC’s official platforms for public information as early as this week. “I wish to remind you that your work does not begin as the General Election approaches. You are full-time Commissioners,” Professor Yakubu remarked, underscoring the continuous nature of electoral duties and the need for sustained commitment from all officials. “You can only effectively discharge your responsibilities when you are knowledgeable and committed”, he said. The meeting, which followed extensive consultations with political parties, civil society organisations, the media, and election security agencies, aimed to address key issues arising from these engagements and strategise for improved electoral service delivery across Nigeria.

7/1/2025, 2:40:35 PM

PDP Govs Being Harassed, Humiliated To Join APC~ Ologbondiyan

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kola Ologbondiyan, has alleged that certain PDP governors are under pressure to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking on Tuesday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Ologbondiyan made the claim shortly after a meeting involving President Bola Tinubu, the suspended Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. He rejected suggestions that the internal crisis rocking the PDP is the primary reason for defections, maintaining instead that several members are being intimidated into leaving the party. He stated, “Talking about the Rivers situation, I will be honest. I think that the PDP did all it could, some on a negative side, others on a positive side. I think the takeaway for the People’s Democratic Party in this matter is that its governors are being harassed. “They are being humiliated and whether they can openly say it or not, they are being forced to abandon their party and join the All Progressive Congress and President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s political party.” Ologbondiyan acknowledged that Tinubu stepping in to settle the rift between Wike and Fubara was a political win for the APC and a loss for the PDP. He advised the PDP to move on from the crisis in Rivers State and focus on protecting the loyalty of its governors

7/1/2025, 1:33:07 PM

PDP Fully United, No Factions Or Coalitions~ Bala Mohammed

Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum and Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, has asserted that the PDP remains united, rejecting claims of factions, coalitions, or internal discord within the party. Addressing the party’s 100th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja on Monday, Mohammed reiterated the PDP’s commitment to staying a strong force in Nigeria’s political arena, emphasizing its dedication to providing good governance and rebuilding public trust. “This is a miracle of the PDP, the party that has history, pedigree, and the human capital to deliver Nigeria. We have been engrossed in controversies and challenges, not created by us, but created for us. Yet, we have been navigating them successfully, unlike the other parties,” Mohammed said. He praised the National Working Committee (NWC) for its efforts in resolving internal disagreements and strengthening party unity, noting that visible signs of discord had been addressed in recent weeks. “The NWC has collapsed all differences and wranglings. They met before this meeting. What you’ve been seeing in terms of press releases and counter-statements has stopped, and you will not see them again,” he said. Mohammed also acknowledged the role of the Board of Trustees (BoT), National Assembly caucuses, and state chapters in keeping the party united and effective, particularly at the grassroots level. “There is no element of wrangling in the state chapters. And that is where our strengths lie. We thank you, our state chairmen, for keeping the party alive, often with limited resources, and ensuring that PDP remains intact and functional,” he noted. Dismissing recent media reports of defections and internal rifts, Mohammed described such narratives as ‘cosmetic’ and designed to weaken the PDP’s image. However, he insisted that the party had remained resilient and cohesive. “The news of people leaving the party is all cosmetic. They were created to diminish us, but they have failed,” he said.

6/30/2025, 7:33:51 PM

2027: I’ll Accept Coalition’s Offer To Serve One Term~ Peter Obi

Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has said he would respect any coalition agreement that might require him to serve only one term and then hand over power to the North in 2031. Obi stressed that he is not driven by a desperation for power but by values such as character and integrity. He made this remark while speaking during a Space session on X (formerly Twitter) titled **#PeterObiOnParallelFacts**, which drew over 10,000 live listeners and nearly 3,000 comments from the audience. “If the agreement is one term, I will leave on May 28, 2031 — not even May 29. “I am not desperate to be president. “I am desperate to see Nigeria work,” Obi said, in response to a question from a user named Balactic. Obi also noted that upholding zoning and respecting any agreement within the coalition reflects political maturity.

6/30/2025, 12:21:11 PM

NEC Meeting: Tension Rises As Heavy Security Takes Over PDP Secretariat

There is an unusually heavy security presence at Wadata Plaza, the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja, as two rival factions of the party gear up to hold parallel meetings: a National Executive Committee (NEC) session and an expanded national caucus meeting. This development marks a deepening of the PDP’s ongoing leadership crisis. Personnel from the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have been deployed to maintain order and prevent any potential unrest. At the heart of the dispute is the legitimacy of recent decisions made by the Acting National Chairman, which the PDP’s Board of Trustees (BoT) has condemned as unconstitutional and unilateral. Access to the party’s secretariat has been tightly controlled, with security operatives erecting barricades using traffic cones and patrol vehicles. Armed officers are also on standby, closely monitoring the area in anticipation of possible protests or clashes between the rival factions.

6/30/2025, 10:43:50 AM

2027: Hon Spencer Okpoye Applauds APC Delta South Unity: Backs Another Term For Tinubu, Oborevwori

In a defining moment for Delta State politics, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Delta South Senatorial District held its first combined meeting at Oleh, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, since the official movement of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leadership and members in the state to the APC. The meeting drew an impressive crowd of party leaders, stakeholders, and supporters, marking a new chapter of realignment and unity within the region’s political landscape. Amid the charged but celebratory atmosphere, Hon. Spencer Okpoye, Member representing the Ijaw ethnic nationality on the board of DESOPADEC, spoke to WAFFI TV at the venue, offering his full congratulations and strong words of endorsement for the party’s leadership and direction. Hon. Spencer Okpoye described the turnout at Oleh as “massive and inspiring,” underscoring it as proof of the APC’s growing strength and cohesion in Delta South. He commended the leadership of the party for organizing such an inclusive and strategic gathering, noting that the spirit of unity on display is exactly what the party needs to deliver on its promises to the people. Speaking further, Hon. Spencer firmly declared that the vote of confidence moved at the meeting in favour of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori was not only timely but entirely justified. He insisted both leaders have demonstrated uncommon capacity and vision, making them deserving of another term in office. According to him, President Tinubu’s bold reforms and commitment to economic recovery have set the nation on a new path, while Governor Oborevwori’s people-oriented governance has brought tangible development to communities across Delta State. Hon. Spencer called on all APC members and the general public to rally behind these leaders to ensure continuity, stressing that only through a united front can the party consolidate on the gains already achieved. He concluded by praising the APC Delta South leadership for showing maturity and focus, describing the Oleh meeting as a “watershed moment” that demonstrates the party’s readiness to win elections and deliver meaningful progress for all Deltans.

6/29/2025, 7:07:16 AM

Ganduje’s Resignation Linked To Kwankwaso’s Move To Join APC

The resignation of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has been linked to alleged plans by former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, to defect to the ruling party. WAFFI TV gathered that Ganduje submitted his resignation letter on Friday to the APC National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, in Abuja. While initial reports suggested Ganduje stepped down due to health reasons, fresh details have emerged. A source familiar with the matter told WAFFI TV on Friday night that Ganduje’s decision was prompted by Kwankwaso’s anticipated move from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the APC. According to the source, Kwankwaso is expected to join APC “any moment from now, except he changes his mind again but as of today, the arrangement has been made for that to happen”. “It looks like they are sworn enemies, the defection of Kwankwaso is very important to the APC, especially as 2027 is concerned, but Ganduje has vowed that he won’t welcome him into the party so he has to step aside”, the source added. There has been speculation that President Bola Tinubu might drop Vice President Kashim Shettima and choose Rabiu Kwankwaso as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election. Some APC stakeholders reportedly supporting this plan argue that Kwankwaso carries greater electoral value than the current vice president.

6/28/2025, 8:01:05 AM

Confusion As APC Chairman, Ganduje Resigns

National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, has stepped down from his position. While details of his resignation remain unclear at the time of filing this report, a senior party official confirmed the news, saying, “Yes, it is true. He has resigned.” Sources disclosed that Dr. Ganduje’s personal items were earlier removed from his office at the APC national secretariat, adding to growing speculation about his exit. The development has caused confusion at the party’s headquarters, leaving staff and visitors visibly stunned by the sudden turn of events.

6/27/2025, 6:07:58 PM

Tinubu Agrees To Reinstate Fubara On One~Term Condition~ Source

President Bola Tinubu has reportedly agreed to reinstate Siminalayi Fubara as the Governor of Rivers State, on the condition that he will not seek re-election in 2027, The Cable reports. The agreement was said to have been reached during a closed-door meeting held Thursday night at the Presidential Villa. In attendance were President Tinubu, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike, Governor Fubara, suspended Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly Martin Amaewhule, and a select group of lawmakers. According to sources within the presidency, the deal—aimed at restoring democratic stability in Rivers State—requires major concessions from all sides. One of the key conditions, insiders claim, is that Fubara will be allowed to complete his current four-year term but must relinquish any ambition to contest in the 2027 governorship election—a compromise he reportedly accepted, despite the limitation it places on his future political influence. The same source told The Cable that, as part of the deal, Wike would be given the authority to nominate all local government chairpersons across the state’s 23 LGAs, granting him considerable political leverage and effectively reestablishing his grassroots control.

6/27/2025, 1:05:44 PM

PHOTOS: Tinubu Reunites Wike, Fubara, Rivers Lawmakers

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday held a closed-door meeting with Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly Martins Amaewhule, and other lawmakers in a renewed effort to resolve the prolonged political crisis in the state. The meeting, held at the Presidential Villa, was the first time Governor Fubara had been seen with President Tinubu since the president declared a state of emergency in Rivers on March 18, suspending the governor, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and the state assembly over internal discord and rising security tensions. The latest talks signaled possible progress in reconciliation, as photos released afterwards showed the president, governor, and minister smiling together. According to presidency sources, the meeting played a key role in mending the rift among the factions that have stalled governance in the oil-producing state.

6/27/2025, 6:48:46 AM

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