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2027 Presidential Election: “I am ready to work with Peter Obi” — Governor Bala Mohammed

Obi said his visit to the Bauchi governor was part of his consultations with stakeholders to address Nigeria’s challenges.

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March 13, 2025

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Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has expressed his willingness to work with Peter Obi, the 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, to strengthen opposition politics ahead of 2027 presidential election.

Governor Mohammed bore his mind after a closed-door meeting with Obi at the Government House in Bauchi, today.

Mohammed said he admires and respects Obi’s style of politics, adding that the ex-governor of Anambra State has a clear vision of politics and governance.

“We have a lot of respect and admiration for him because of his style of politics, his statesmanship, his versatile nature, and his deep knowledge of the economy and governance.

“Peter Obi has a clear vision of where politics and politicians should be in terms of bringing good governance, impacting the people, and uniting the country. It is always a delight to listen to him because of his deep knowledge and mastery of statistics,” Mohammed said.

Mohammed said his discussions with Obi, whom he described as the face of opposition, covered a range of national issues, including the state of opposition and the crisis in Rivers State.

“I appreciate what he is doing as a leader of the opposition because, whether we like it or not, he is now the face of opposition politics in Nigeria,” the governor said. He also declared his readiness to work with Obi to “close ranks” and strengthen opposition politics in the country.

The governor said, “I want to say clearly that I am ready to work with Peter Obi. We must come together to bring good governance, offer a vibrant opposition with vision and strategy, and rescue this country from mediocrities parading themselves as leaders.

The time has come for us to step out and act with sincerity and focus. Our coming together is a message, and this message will resonate because my fellow governors support this kind of alliance.

”Obi said his visit to the Bauchi governor was part of his consultations with stakeholders to address Nigeria’s challenges.

“Nigerians may wonder why I am here, but I have come to consult with him because he is a critical stakeholder in Nigerian politics,” Obi said.

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Court Remands Sowore in Kuje Prison

The court fixed Wednesday, June 24, 2026, for hearing of the stay application filed by Sowore’s new counsel, Adeyinka Olumide-Fusika (SAN).

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June 22, 2026

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∆ Omoyele Sowore.

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday ordered the remand of African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate and Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore, at the Kuje Correctional Centre after dismissing his application seeking the presiding judge’s recusal from the case.

Justice Mohammed Umar, in a brief ruling, rejected Sowore’s request that he step aside from the matter on grounds of alleged bias.

Following the ruling, the court ordered Sowore’s remand pending the hearing and determination of a motion seeking a stay of the earlier order that revoked his bail and issued a bench warrant for his arrest.

The court fixed Wednesday, June 24, 2026, for hearing of the stay application filed by Sowore’s new counsel, Adeyinka Olumide-Fusika (SAN).

Sowore arrived at the court premises accompanied by supporters, some of whom carried placards in solidarity with him.

Justice Umar had on June 16, 2026, revoked Sowore’s bail and issued a bench warrant following his failure to appear in court.

The decision was made after an oral application by counsel to the Department of State Services (DSS), Akinkolu Kehinde (SAN).

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BREAKING: INEC Declares APC’s Biodun Oyebanji Winner of 2026 Ekiti Governorship Election

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4 days ago

June 21, 2026

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially declared Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election, securing him a second term in office.

INEC made the announcement after collating results from across the state’s 16 local government areas, where Oyebanji recorded a commanding lead over his closest rivals. The incumbent governor, who voted at his polling unit in Ikogosi, Ekiti West LGA, on Saturday, June 20, 2026, was widely expected to emerge victorious following strong performances in multiple LGAs, including a landslide in his home local government.

According to preliminary figures from various reports, Oyebanji polled significantly ahead, with APC securing victories in a sweeping majority of polling units. His main challengers included Wole Oluyede of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Oluwadare Bejide of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

The election was generally described as peaceful with impressive voter turnout in many areas. Oyebanji had earlier expressed satisfaction with the process, urging patience with INEC officials amid technical glitches.

This victory reinforces the APC’s dominance in Ekiti State politics. Further details on final vote tallies and reactions are expected as INEC concludes formal proceedings at the collation centre in Ado-Ekiti.

FULL RESULTS OF EKITI GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION

EMURE LGA

ADC- 732
APC -14325
PDP 851

EFON LGA
ADC- 201
APC – 8742
PDP -2051
IJERO LGA

ADC-2026
APC – 25506
PDP -2479

IKERE LGA

ADC- 245
APC- 11116
PDP- 9892

EKITI SOUTH WEST,ILAWE LGA

ADC- 1076
APC-14705
PDP-1800

IDO/OSI LGA

ADC- 561
APC -17901
PDP- 1449

EKITI WEST LGA

ADC- 674
APC -28258
PDP -3644

ADO EKITI LGA

ADC- 1054
APC- 38026
PDP- 3817

ILEJEMEJE LGA

ADC -579
APC -8984
PDP – 1243

ISE/ORUN LGA

ADC -365
APC -12908
PDP- 1627

OYE LGA

ADC- 998
APC- 18975
PDP- 2891

MOBA LGA
ADC- 994
APC- 20, 500
PDP- 1360
AYEKIRE LGA
ADC- 314
APC- 17133
PDP- 1563
IKOLE LGA
ADC- 812
APC- 26508
PDP- 750
IREPODUN/IFELODUN LGA
ADC- 511
APC- 29278
PDP- 2119
EKITI EAST LGA
ADC- 1730
APC- 26359
PDP- 2795

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ADC Picks Amaechi as Atiku’s Vice president in 2027 election

The proposed Atiku-Amaechi partnership brings together two experienced political figures with the national reach and leadership credentials needed to tackle Nigeria’s economic and governance challenges.

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1 week ago

June 15, 2026

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FILE: Amaechi and Atiku | AFP

The African Democratic Congress has selected former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, as its vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 presidential election.

The party described the pair as a “unity and rescue ticket” aimed at offering Nigerians an alternative platform ahead of the next general election.

The party announced Amaechi’s emergence in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, following consultations with party stakeholders, coalition partners and representatives from across the country.

According to the ADC, the decision was influenced by Amaechi’s performance in the party’s presidential primary, where he emerged runner-up, as well as his extensive record in public service spanning the legislative and executive arms of government.

Abdullahi said that the proposed Atiku-Amaechi partnership brings together two experienced political figures with the national reach and leadership credentials needed to tackle Nigeria’s economic and governance challenges.