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  1. Senate President Akpabio Boasts Opposition Shrunk From 50 to Five, Reveals More Defections Loom

    Nigeria Senate President Akpabio Boasts Opposition Shrunk From 50 to Five, Reveals More Defections Loom

    The Digest: Senate President Godswill Akpabio has claimed that the strength of the opposition in the Senate has dramatically reduced from about 50 lawmakers to just four or five. Speaking at an APC caucus meeting, he revealed that even the remaining minority senators have privately expressed a...
  2. Plateau Governor Mutfwang Reveals President Tinubu Personally Invited Him to Join APC

    Nigeria Plateau Governor Mutfwang Reveals President Tinubu Personally Invited Him to Join APC

    The Digest: Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has disclosed that his defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) followed a personal invitation from President Bola Tinubu. The governor stated that despite declining the offer on previous occasions, the national instability...
  3. Governor Caleb Mutfwang Defects from PDP, Joins Ruling APC

    Nigeria Governor Caleb Mutfwang Defects from PDP, Joins Ruling APC

    The Digest: Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has officially defected from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The switch was announced by APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda during the party's National Caucus meeting, marking a...
  4. Former Aide Reveals Buhari Repeatedly Backed Osinbajo's 2023 Presidential Bid

    Nigeria Former Aide Reveals Buhari Repeatedly Backed Osinbajo's 2023 Presidential Bid

    The Digest: A former presidential aide has stated that late President Muhammadu Buhari gave his Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, clear and repeated assurances of support for his 2023 presidential ambition. Key Points: Former aide Babafemi Ojudu says Buhari backed Osinbajo's ambition Support...
  5. Osun 2026: APC Challenges Adeleke to Televised Debate After Oyebamiji's Candidacy

    Nigeria Osun 2026: APC Challenges Adeleke to Televised Debate After Oyebamiji's Candidacy

    The Digest: The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress and Governor Ademola Adeleke have engaged in a sharp exchange following the emergence of Bola Oyebamiji as the APC’s governorship candidate for the 2026 election. Key Points: The APC accused Adeleke of being “jittery and...
  6. “I Don’t Follow the Bandwagon” – Senator Natasha on Rejecting APC Advances

    Nigeria “I Don’t Follow the Bandwagon” – Senator Natasha on Rejecting APC Advances

    The Digest: Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has revealed she has been repeatedly approached by individuals from the Presidency and fellow senators to defect to the ruling APC, but has firmly rejected the overtures. Key Points: Akpoti-Uduaghan stated she has "been approached...
  7. Tinubu Praises Oyebamiji’s Emergence, Urges Unity in APC’s Osun Campaign

    Nigeria Tinubu Praises Oyebamiji’s Emergence, Urges Unity in APC’s Osun Campaign

    The Digest: President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Bola Oyebamiji on securing the APC governorship ticket for Osun’s 2026 election, calling for magnanimity and cohesion within the party. The affirmation process is framed as a strategic step in reclaiming the state through unified internal...
  8. "Anambra Will Be Our Last Loss," APC Chairman Vows, Eyes Future Victories

    Nigeria "Anambra Will Be Our Last Loss," APC Chairman Vows, Eyes Future Victories

    The Digest: The APC's National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has declared that the party will not lose another governorship election after its Anambra defeat. According to his statement, the ruling party is determined to reclaim Osun State next year with a high-powered consensus...
  9. Dele Momodu: APC's "Entitlement Syndrome" Behind First Lady's Anger at Adeleke

    Nigeria Dele Momodu: APC's "Entitlement Syndrome" Behind First Lady's Anger at Adeleke

    The Digest: Veteran journalist Dele Momodu has suggested that First Lady Remi Tinubu's visible displeasure with Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke stems from his refusal to defect to the APC. According to his analysis, the incident at a public event reflects deeper expectations of political...
  10. Keyamo Credits Tinubu for South-South Shift as Gov Fubara Joins APC

    Nigeria Keyamo Credits Tinubu for South-South Shift as Gov Fubara Joins APC

    The Digest: Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo has declared that the “soul” of the Peoples Democratic Party has departed following Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s defection to the APC. Speaking at a project commissioning, Keyamo credited President Tinubu’s influence for aligning the South-South with...
  11. Lai Mohammed Pledges Total Support for Tinubu's Government

    Nigeria Lai Mohammed Pledges Total Support for Tinubu's Government

    The Digest: Former Information Minister Lai Mohammed has declared his unwavering support for the APC and President Bola Tinubu's administration. Speaking at a university convocation, he stated he now prefers to work through "back channels" after years on the political frontline. Key Points...
  12. Why I Dumped PDP for APC - Governor Fubara Explains Defection as "Spiritual Assignment"

    Nigeria Why I Dumped PDP for APC - Governor Fubara Explains Defection as "Spiritual Assignment"

    The Digest: Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara has explained his defection from the PDP to the APC as a "spiritual assignment" to align with President Tinubu’s direction. According to the governor, the move ensures state-federal harmony and supports Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid. Key Points...
  13. Osun APC Primary: Seven Governorship Aspirants Step Down, Back Consensus Candidate After Tinubu Meeting

    Nigeria Osun APC Primary: Seven Governorship Aspirants Step Down, Back Consensus Candidate After Tinubu Meeting

    The Digest: Seven governorship aspirants under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State have stepped down from the race. This follows a decisive meeting convened by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, aimed at fostering party unity ahead of the primary. Key Points...
  14. 'Don't Blame Us': PDP Hits Back at Fubara After His Defection to APC

    Nigeria 'Don't Blame Us': PDP Hits Back at Fubara After His Defection to APC

    The Digest: The Peoples Democratic Party has responded to Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s defection to the APC, calling the move “pitiful” and rejecting his claim that the PDP failed to protect him during the state’s political crisis. In a sharp statement, the PDP asserted that...
  15. Gov. Fubara Confirms Defection to APC, Cites PDP's Failure to Protect Him During Crisis

    Nigeria Gov. Fubara Confirms Defection to APC, Cites PDP's Failure to Protect Him During Crisis

    The Digest: Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress, marking a significant shift in Nigeria’s political landscape amid ongoing realignments ahead of the 2027 elections. Fubara described the move as a...
  16. Osun Gov'ship: Omisore Dismisses Disqualification as "Huge Joke," Alleges Partisan Plot

    Nigeria Osun Gov'ship: Omisore Dismisses Disqualification as "Huge Joke," Alleges Partisan Plot

    The Digest: Former APC National Secretary Senator Iyiola Omisore has dismissed his disqualification from the party's Osun governorship primary as a "huge joke," accusing the screening panel of partisanship and procedural malpractice. He alleged the panel acted under pressure to disqualify...
  17. PDP Condemns Defecting Rivers Lawmakers as “Enemies of Democracy”

    Nigeria PDP Condemns Defecting Rivers Lawmakers as “Enemies of Democracy”

    The Digest: The Peoples Democratic Party has sharply condemned the defection of 17 Rivers State lawmakers to the All Progressives Congress, labeling the move a reckless betrayal and an assault on democratic principles. PDP National Publicity Secretary Ini Ememobong described the legislators as...
  18. APC Bars Omisore, Six Others from Osun Governorship Primary

    Nigeria APC Bars Omisore, Six Others from Osun Governorship Primary

    The Digest: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has disqualified former National Secretary Senator Iyiola Omisore and six other aspirants from contesting its Osun State governorship primary ahead of the 2026 election. The decision follows a screening report, which found they failed to meet...
  19. Mass Defection Rocks Rivers State as Speaker, 15 Lawmakers Abandon PDP for APC

    Nigeria Mass Defection Rocks Rivers State as Speaker, 15 Lawmakers Abandon PDP for APC

    The Digest: The Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, has led a bloc of 15 other lawmakers in defecting from the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC), citing deep divisions within their former party. Key Points: Martin...
  20. Ex-Adviser Baba-Ahmed Criticizes Tinubu's 'Hunger', Urges Him to Step Aside in 2027

    Nigeria Ex-Adviser Baba-Ahmed Criticizes Tinubu's 'Hunger', Urges Him to Step Aside in 2027

    The Digest: Former presidential adviser Hakeem Baba-Ahmed has publicly expressed his wish that President Bola Tinubu not run for re-election in 2027. The critique explores a perceived lack of transformative drive in the administration, sparking a consequential conversation about leadership...
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