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The Digest: APC chieftain Dominic Alancha warns that a potential alliance between Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi for the 2027 elections could significantly weaken the ruling party’s base. This comes amid rising discussions of a coalition led by opposition figures. Key Points: Alancha warns...

The Digest: Peter Obi, former presidential candidate for the Labour Party, has criticized the proposed salary increase for political officeholders, describing it as "provocative and insensitive" amidst Nigeria's escalating economic crisis. His statement has resonated with many citizens who view...

The Digest: Lagos Labour Party (LP) chairperson, Dayo Ekong, has urged Peter Obi to "pause and reflect" as his political influence continues to dwindle. She believes his past political moves are eroding the foundation of support he once had. Key Points: Dayo Ekong urges Peter Obi to reflect...

The Digest: Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians to register and collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) for the 2027 elections. Describing the PVC as the "bridge to a New Nigeria," his call frames it as a Ballot's Barricade against vote-buying...

The Digest: Lawyer and activist Dele Farotimi has questioned the substance of Peter Obi’s proposed one-term presidency, arguing it is a Vision's Void without a clear plan. Farotimi asserted that a leader’s time in office is meaningless without purposeful action, citing the perceived failures...

The Digest: Julius Abure, leader of the Labour Party’s faction, has criticized Peter Obi, calling him an "Uber" politician. Abure accused Obi of political opportunism and criticized his lack of consistency in political decisions. This follows Obi’s directive to his supporters to back the...

The Digest: Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has asked his supporters to vote for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the upcoming August 16 by-elections. Obi explained that the Labour Party has no candidates recognized by the Independent National Electoral...

The Digest: Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate, has once again criticized President Bola Tinubu's frequent international travels, urging him to focus more on Nigeria's pressing national issues. Obi condemned the President’s overseas trips, especially his planned trip to Japan...

The Digest: The PDP unveils its Zoning Committee ahead of the 2027 elections but refutes any official talks with former President Jonathan and Peter Obi, despite ongoing discussions. The party’s focus shifts towards internal candidates, eyeing an impactful 2027 election strategy. Key Points...

The Digest: The battle for the 2027 Nigerian presidency is already in full swing as key opposition figures, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rotimi Amaechi, and Goodluck Jonathan, jockey for control of the ADC and PDP presidential tickets. With the election more than two years away, political...

The Digest: O’tega Ogra, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Digital Communications, has criticized Peter Obi, the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, for praising Argentina's harsh economic reforms. Ogra argues that Tinubu’s policies have caused less pain and better...

The Digest: Babachir Lawal, the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), has made a controversial claim that Peter Obi won the 2023 presidential election, not Bola Tinubu. In a recent interview, Lawal insisted that the election results were altered and maintained that Obi...

The Digest: Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate, has condemned the handling of the Ibom Air incident involving Comfort Emmanson, highlighting the "double standards" in Nigeria's justice system. Obi stresses that justice should be fair and equal for all Nigerians, irrespective...

The Digest: Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, criticized Nigeria’s leadership, highlighting how Argentina emerged from similar economic challenges in just two years, while Nigeria continues to face deepening poverty and hunger. Key Points: Obi pointed out the...

The Digest: The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has endorsed Peter Obi’s integrity, asserting that his commitment to serving a single term if elected in 2027 is genuine. The MBF’s trust in Obi stems from his past track record of honour and credibility, with a strong emphasis on his consistent...

The Digest: Peter Obi’s pledge to serve only one term if elected president has sparked a heated debate in Northern Nigeria, dividing political groups, elders, and youth. While some view it as a strategic move to win votes, others remain skeptical about its sincerity. Key Points: Peter Obi's...

The Digest: Rotimi Amaechi, former Minister of Transportation, has claimed that Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s candidate, won the 2023 presidential election in Rivers State. Speaking during an X Space session, Amaechi acknowledged Obi’s win but raised questions about how the results were...

The Digest: Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has suggested that the Nigerian presidency should be limited to one five-year term, citing the system in South Korea as a model. Obi believes that a fixed term would ensure that the president focuses on the job at hand...

The Digest: In a strong statement, Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has publicly condemned the detention of human rights activist Omoyele Sowore by the Nigeria Police Force. Amnesty International also condemned the police’s violent treatment of Sowore, demanding...

The Digest: In a significant move toward opposition unity, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, who is also the Chairman of the PDP Governors Forum, has publicly invited Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, to return to the Peoples Democratic Party...