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The Digest: The Independent National Electoral Commission has published the personal details of governorship candidates for the 2026 Ekiti State election, but conspicuously omitted the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, reflecting the party’s deep internal leadership crisis. While...

The Digest: Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has issued a stark warning that the Peoples Democratic Party risks political extinction by 2027 unless its leadership becomes more focused, accountable, and strategic. Speaking during an end-of-year media chat, Wike criticized the...

The Digest: Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has strongly denied allegations by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde that he promised President Bola Tinubu he would “hold down” the Peoples Democratic Party ahead of the 2027 election. In an end-of-year media chat, Wike described the...

The Digest: Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has responded to comments made by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, criticizing what he described as Nigeria’s unusual contract culture, where profit equals the entire contract value. Speaking to supporters in Rivers State, Wike...

The Digest: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticized the Federal Government for failing to inform Nigerians about recent U.S. airstrikes in Sokoto before former President Donald Trump announced them publicly. Who owns the narrative when sovereignty is shared? Key Points: PDP...

The Digest: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has denounced the suicide bombing at a Maiduguri mosque, stating the Tinubu administration has "failed woefully" in its primary duty to protect lives and property. Key Points: The PDP's National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, issued the...

The Digest: Nigeria’s main opposition party, the PDP, has launched a sharp critique of President Bola Tinubu’s ₦58.18 trillion 2026 budget proposal, labeling it a "Budget of Consolidated Renewed Sufferings." The party argues the plan fails to address deepening poverty, soaring living costs...

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...

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...

The Digest: A high-level PDP delegation, led by National Chairman Taminu Turaki, met with former President Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta, declaring the party re-energized and ready to reclaim power. The visit sought guidance from a founding father, framing the path ahead as one of experienced...

The Digest: PDP National Chairman Kabiru Turaki led a high-level delegation to former President Olusegun Obasanjo's Abeokuta home. According to reports, the closed-door meeting occurs as the party grapples with internal strife and significant defections to the ruling APC. 🔹 Key Points (7...

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...

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...

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...

The Digest: The PDP faction supported by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike held a Board of Trustees meeting in Abuja on Sunday, aiming to restore confidence through overdue state congresses. Rooted in the storm of internal division, the gathering reflects deepening rifts within Nigeria’s main...

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...

The Digest: Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has declared that he remains a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), following the defection of 16 Rivers State lawmakers to the All Progressives Congress (APC). While acknowledging their right to leave, Wike described...

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...

The Digest: The People's Democratic Party (PDP) has issued formal certificates of expulsion to eleven of its former high-profile members, transforming political dismissal into a documented decree. According to Leadership, this action, explained by new National Chairman Tanimu Turaki, seeks to...

The Digest: Afrobeats superstar Davido has reacted to his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke's resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with a simple, telling post: "Jeje…" on his X handle. This subtle remark, interpreted as a call for calm and composure, explores the intersection of...