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The Digest: Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has clarified his absence from former President Muhammadu Buhari's burial on Tuesday, stating it was due to flight restrictions. Speaking to journalists after paying a condolence visit to the Buhari family in Daura, Katsina...

The Digest: In a significant show of political unity and condolences, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, past presidential candidate Peter Obi, and former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai on Wednesday visited the family of late former President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, Katsina State, to pay...

The Digest: Reno Omokri and Sarki have criticized the Labour Party's Peter Obi for missing the burial of former President Buhari in Daura, with Omokri accusing Obi of showing a lack of devotion to the North. The absence raises questions ahead of the 2027 elections. Key Points: Reno Omokri...

The Digest: Prominent Nigerian political figures, including Peter Obi, James Ibori, Aliyu Wamakko, and Anthony Sani, have expressed their grief following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday in London at the age of 82. The leaders praised Buhari’s...

The Digest: Peter Obi, the former Anambra governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has addressed the viral videos showing him serving food at an event in Imo state, dismissing critics who saw it as politically motivated. Key Points: Peter Obi reacted after videos of him...

The Digest: Presidential hopefuls from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), including Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi, and Peter Obi, have agreed to support whoever emerges as the party's flagbearer after a transparent primary election. Key Points: Atiku, Obi, and Amaechi plan to contest...

The Digest: The Labour Party (LP) has strongly criticized Peter Obi's recent involvement with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition, labeling it a "Yahoo Yahoo coalition." In a decisive move, the LP has declared its 2027 presidential ticket open to all, insisting on primary elections...

The Digest: Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has affirmed his continued membership in the LP, while simultaneously confirming his involvement in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition for the 2027 elections. This clarification comes amidst...

The Digest: Ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections, Kenneth Okonkwo, ADC chieftain, claims Peter Obi has little chance of winning due to Nigeria’s power dynamics. He suggests a northern candidate is needed to unseat Tinubu. Okonkwo argues that despite Obi’s 2023 third-place finish, his lack of...

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, dismissed the merger of Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, claiming it poses no threat to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming 2027 elections. Onanuga's comments came during an interview on...

The Digest: A viral photo and video of Peter Obi, 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate and a present member of the ADC coalition, personally sharing food at a local event in Umuchima Town, Imo State, has ignited widespread public commentary. The scene has generated diverse Grassroots...

The Digest: The ADC faces internal turmoil ahead of the 2027 presidential elections as key figures, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rotimi Amaechi, clash over candidacy. As ambition divides supporters, the coalition struggles to unite for a common cause. Key Points: The ADC coalition is...

The Digest: Peter Obi, a 2027 presidential aspirant, has confidently stated that Nigeria's northern region will celebrate him if he becomes president. Speaking on Channels Television, Obi highlighted the North's immense untapped potential in land and voter strength, pledging to tackle...

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The Digest: Peter Obi, the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, has confidently asserted that he can set Nigeria on the right path within a single four-year term if elected. Reaffirming his candidacy for 2027 and dismissing running mate speculations, Obi's promise signals a renewed...

The Digest: Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate in 2023, has officially announced his intention to contest the presidency again in 2027. Speaking on Channels Television, Obi decisively put an end to speculation about him being a running mate, firmly positioning himself in the...

The Digest: The newly formed opposition coalition, the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC), faces internal strife as key figures, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rotimi Amaechi clash over zoning the 2027 presidential ticket. The alliance aims to unseat President Tinubu but risks collapse over...

The Digest: Aisha Yesufu, political activist and strong supporter of Peter Obi, has cleared the air regarding Obi's affiliation with the Labour Party following his involvement in the ADC coalition. Key Points: Peter Obi has not left the Labour Party. ADC is the party chosen for the 2027...

The Digest: The Labour Party's Acting National Chairman, Nenadi Usman, has officially endorsed Peter Obi's decision to join the opposition coalition led by David Mark. Usman simultaneously slammed the Julius Abure-led faction, stating they lack legitimate standing within the party, as reported...

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