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Discover the latest in Lagos politics as Labour Party gubernatorial candidate Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour calls on PDP to join forces with him and discusses his expectations for a transparent election process.
Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has once again made controversial remarks, this time directing his criticism towards former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo and his supporters. In a video shared on social media, Seun branded Obasanjo's administration as the worst case of corruption and manipulation of Nigeria's natural resources for personal gain. He accused those who praise Obasanjo of being oppressors who are solely interested in serving their own selfish interests and have no respect for Africa or its people.
Nollywood actor and politician, Desmond Elliot, has expressed his dismay over the intense hatred he receives from people following a controversial comment he made in 2020 during the #ENDSARS protest. The video of him referring to Nigerian youths as children during a plenary session at the Lagos state House of Assembly went viral and sparked outrage from most Nigerian youths. Speaking on TVC’s Your View, ‘Let’s Talk’, Elliot apologized for the comment, stating that he made it out of emotions. He called on Nigerians to spread love instead of hate and expressed his determination to stand on the fact that love conquers all. Elliot also revealed that the hatred he received had extended to the streets, where he gets verbal attacks whenever he steps out.
The Labour Party (LP) in Ogun State has endorsed Governor Dapo Abiodun of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as its governorship candidate. The LP chairman in Ogun State, Comrade Michael Ashade, led the party's state executive members to the governor’s residence at Iperu-Remo to officially announce their endorsement of Abiodun. Ashade praised Abiodun's leadership style and commitment to peace during and after the elections, stating that the LP has become a formidable force in Ogun State's political landscape. National Publicity Secretary of LP Abayomi Arambambi also voiced his support for Abiodun, stating that he is the best candidate to lead Ogun State to progress and productivity. Governor Abiodun thanked the LP for their endorsement, stating that it is a validation of his administration's good work in less than four years. He promised to continue to be just, fair, and responsive to the people, irrespective of their political affiliations.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of plotting to destroy evidence contained in the BVAS machine. The PDP alleges that INEC filed a motion seeking to reconfigure the BVAS machines and erase relevant information required by the party to prosecute its case at the Presidential Election Tribunal. Read more here.
The Presidential Election Petition Tribunal (PEPT) will deliver rulings on motions filed by the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, his party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) seeking permission to inspect materials used for the previous presidential election. The rulings, which will also cover motions filed by the Labour Party (LP) and its candidate, Peter Obi, will be delivered at 2 pm on Wednesday. The outcome of the rulings will have a significant impact on the admissibility of evidence and the course of proceedings in the election tribunal.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented Certificates of Return to the newly elected senators for Nigeria's 10th Assembly. The list provided by INEC shows that the All Progressives Congress (APC) won 57 seats, while the People's Democratic Party (PDP) won 29 seats. The presentation of the certificates marks the end of the electoral process and officially recognizes the winners of the elections. Learn more about the implications of the results for Nigeria's legislative agenda in this article.
Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has joined the ongoing debate on the ownership of Lagos State ahead of the governorship poll. In a recent post on social media, he argued that Lagos is a European satellite slave port and not a no man's land or Yoruba land. Learn more about his views and the history of Lagos in this article.
Endorsement of Simimialayi Fubara is a strategic move for the party and a boost for the riverine candidate.
A team of 50 lawyers, led by renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Wole Olanipekun, have offered their services to...
Read about the complete list of members-elect of the 10th Senate recently announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). However, supplementary elections will be held in eight senatorial districts where eight names were missing from the list. Find out more about the affected districts and INEC's commitment to conducting free and fair elections in Nigeria.
This news report discusses the denial of an alleged endorsement of Governor Seyi Makinde's re-election bid by pro-Tinubu support groups in Oyo State, as stated by the All Progressives Congress (APC) Publicity Secretary. The article explains that the groups mentioned in the media report are not registered with the APC, and warns the public to be wary of false information promoted by sponsored merchants of lies and propaganda.
A police officer from Mopol 8 Jos, Plateau State allegedly shot a young man during a political argument, according to reports. The victim, Nyommena Badapba, was shot in the shoulder after a heated exchange with the officer over the governorship election in the state. The incident has sparked outrage on social media, with many calling for the police command to take action. The Plateau state police command has yet to verify the incident.
This report describes the controversy surrounding the endorsement of Governor Seyi Makinde by the Labour Party for re-election in Oyo State, Nigeria. The report explains the reasons given by the chairman of the Labour Party for endorsing Makinde and the response of the LP governorship candidate to the endorsement. It also includes reactions from a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in the state.
The US Ambassador to Nigeria, Mary Beth Leonard, commends Nigerians for their dedication to democracy in the presidential polls, but says it failed to meet expectations. Leonard urges the Independent National Electoral Commission to address the challenges and undertake a broader review of the problems ahead of the March 11 gubernatorial elections. Read more about her call to action and the changing electoral landscape in Nigeria in this news report.
Professor Charles Adias, who served as the State Collation Officer for the Rivers State Presidential and National Assembly elections on...
Learn about Donatus Matthew, the member-elect for the Kaura Constituency in the Federal House of Representatives in Nigeria. Read about his background, his victory in the House of Representatives election, and his plans for addressing insecurity and improving the lives of his constituents, including Okada riders. This article also touches on his experience as an Okada rider and his message to Nigerians who aspire to be politicians.
Suspected thugs attacked the House of Representatives collation centre in Bauchi State, injuring several people and damaging vehicles following the announcement of the election results. This incident highlights the increasing level of political violence in Nigeria, particularly during election periods.
The PDP, Labour Party, and other opposition parties are in talks for an alliance to defeat the APC in the upcoming gubernatorial polls in Lagos State. Segun Adewale, PDP Lagos West senatorial candidate, and Dr. Femi Ferguson reveal details at a media briefing, with Adewale also accusing INEC of manipulating the Lagos West senatorial polls. Get the latest updates on the political landscape in Lagos State.
Learn about Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Nigerian architect, activist, and politician who is the Labour Party gubernatorial candidate for the upcoming 2023 Lagos State election. Read about his background, education, activism, career, and personal life.
