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The Digest: Dele Momodu, a prominent member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has expressed his unwavering support for Atiku Abubakar as the presidential candidate for the opposition coalition, while reaffirming that Obidients remain free to back Peter Obi. Key Points: Momodu...

Nigeria’s political landscape is transforming significantly as leading opposition figures unite to form a new coalition to challenge President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. The alliance, which has adopted the African Democratic Congress...

A growing number of Nigeria’s top political players have aligned with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. The movement, led by David Mark, is drawing cross-party support as reported by TheCable and Channels TV. David Mark – Former Senate...

A major political realignment may be underway in Nigeria as opposition heavyweights, including Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Nasir el-Rufai, converged at the Yar’Adua Centre for the unveiling of a new coalition by the African Democratic Congress (ADC), as reported by TheCable. ADC hosts...

A new faction within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly rejected a coalition agreement with opposition leaders, including Atiku Abubakar and David Mark. The faction accuses elites of hijacking the party for personal gain, warning of dire consequences. ADC faction rejects...

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has responded to accusations that he allocated plots of land in exclusive areas of Abuja to his children. The allegations, which Wike claims are politically motivated, have been dismissed as baseless blackmail orchestrated by former...

Seeking a new horizon for Nigeria, a group of concerned PDP leaders, including Atiku Abubakar and David Mark, has urged party members to join an emerging opposition coalition. Following a meeting in Abuja, they released a communique lamenting the PDP's "disturbing condition" and diminished role...

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Senate President David Mark, and key PDP figures held high-stakes talks in Abuja, signaling a potential opposition realignment ahead of 2027. Sources reveal the meeting aimed to forge a coalition against President Tinubu’s re-election bid, amid internal...

Former Vice President Abubakar Atiku has announced his intention to return to university after retiring from politics. Speaking at a graduation ceremony in Abuja, the founder of the American University of Nigeria (AUN) highlighted his lifelong passion for education and human capital development...

According to Daily Post, uncertainty clouds the opposition coalition being spearheaded by Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai, and others. As the All Democratic Alliance (ADA) awaits INEC registration, conflicting signals have emerged over party adoption and Atiku’s true involvement. The...

Adamawa State has clarified that its recent traditional council reforms, potentially affecting Atiku Abubakar’s position as Waziri, are not politically motivated. The policy restricts eligibility to specific districts, sparking controversy over whether tradition is being reshaped by power. A...

A new circular issued by the Department of Chieftaincy Affairs mandates that only indigenes can serve as kingmakers or council members within their local emirates or chiefdoms. The result? Atiku Abubakar, who was elevated to Waziri in 2018, no longer qualifies under the indigene rule. He’s from...

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has cast doubt on President Bola Tinubu’s recent claim about Belarusian businessman Alexander Zingman being his Chicago State University (CSU) schoolmate. Atiku's media office highlighted a significant age discrepancy and raised concerns about Zingman's...

According to Daily Trust, top opposition figures, including Atiku Abubakar and Nasir El-Rufai, have launched the All Democratic Alliance (ADA) under the Nigeria National Coalition Group (NNCG). On June 20, they applied to INEC for registration, another round in Nigeria’s long game of old wine...

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Tinubu and Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia for staying silent while Benue reels from a series of deadly attacks. In a statement shared on X, Atiku urged immediate action as more than 200 people were reportedly killed in just two...

Opposition leaders Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rotimi Amaechi have clashed over which existing political party should serve as the platform for their proposed 2027 coalition. The disagreement over party selection has stalled merger talks, with each leader advocating for their preferred...

In Nigeria, no seat is ever fully secure. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has cast the 2027 elections as the ultimate test of President Tinubu’s stewardship. His message? Let the people decide. According to Nairaland, Atiku described the next general election as a verdict day on Tinubu’s...

Atiku Abubakar, Nasir El-Rufai, and Rotimi Amaechi launched strong criticisms at the Tinubu administration during a public lecture in Abuja marking Amaechi’s 60th birthday, accusing the government of worsening poverty and economic hardship. Atiku accused the current administration of...

President Bola Tinubu’s administration and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar exchanged heated words on May 29 over Nigeria’s economic direction and governance. The exchange marked Tinubu’s second year in office, reigniting political tensions and exposing sharp national divisions. Atiku...

In a move sparking political intrigue, former presidential candidates Atiku Abubakar (PDP) and Peter Obi (LP) appeared together at a northern consultative meeting in Abuja. Their joint presence and Obi’s speech on poverty and northern potential have ignited speculation about opposition...