By Philomina Attah The Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja, John Cardinal Onaiyekan, has urged Nigerian women to overcome fear and actively pursue leadership positions in politics and governance. Onaiyekan, alongside other Catholic clerics, encouraged women to harness their numerical strength and contribute meaningfully to nation-building efforts. They made the call atContinue Reading
By Tosin Kolade A former APC governorship aspirant in Kwara, Prof. Olawale Sulaiman, has expressed confidence that the party will retain the state in the 2027 general elections, saying it remains the best option for Kwara and Nigeria. Sulaiman stated this in an interview with the News Agency of NigeriaContinue Reading
By Emmanuel Oloniruha The Convener of South West Agenda for Asiwaju (SWAGA), Mr Oyetunde Ojo, has urged Nigerians to support the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027, saying continuity would enable the administration to consolidate ongoing reforms and deliver greater benefits. Ojo, who is also the Managing Director ofContinue Reading
By Naomi Sharang The Presidential Candidate of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians to draw inspiration from the June 12, 1993 election and work towards ensuring credible, transparent and people-driven elections in 2027. In a Democracy Day message posted on his X handle onContinue Reading
By Folasade Akpan The All-Rights Foundation Africa has urged political parties and stakeholders to ensure inclusive participation of Persons With Disabilities in the 2027 elections by supporting them as candidates rather than merely voters. Founder of TAF Africa, Jake Epelle, made the appeal on Tuesday in Abuja during the inaugurationContinue Reading
By Hussaina Yakubu The National Chairman of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP), Dr Hakeem Baba Ahmed, says the party has resolved to rebuild unity and strengthen internal reconciliation efforts following a strategic meeting with party elders in Kaduna on Thursday. Baba Ahmed, who spoke with journalists after the meeting, describedContinue Reading
By Emmanuel Oloniruha The Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) has called for urgent structural reforms and policy implementation to advance women’s empowerment and political leadership ahead of the 2027 general elections. AFJN made the call in collaboration with faith-based and civil society organisations at a news conference in Abuja.Continue Reading
By Justina Auta The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has pledged to deliver the Women’s Charter to President Bola Tinubu, as part of efforts to strengthen women’s inclusion and economic empowerment ahead of the 2027 general elections. Mrs Tinubu made the pledge at the National Women Mega Empowerment and RallyContinue Reading
By Aderogba George Dr Moshood Abiola, a governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 Oyo State election, has called for the adoption of direct primaries in selecting the party’s flagbearer. Abiola made the call in a statement in Abuja. He said politicalContinue Reading
By Justina Auta The National President, Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Hajiya Aisha Ibrahim, has urged women to take decisive leadership steps ahead of the 2027 general elections to boost participation in governance. Ibrahim made the call during a marketplace advocacy outreach in Wuse Market, Abuja organised by NAWOJContinue Reading
