#2027Elections Archives | FAMOUS REPORTERS

Jul

13

2026

ADC Crisis Deepens as Aspirants Petition INEC Over Candidate Substitution

POLITICS#2027Elections, #ADC, #ADCPrimaries, #AfricanDemocraticCongress, #CandidateSubstitution, #INEC, #InternalDemocracy, #SenatorDavidMark

ADC Crisis Deepens as Aspirants Petition INEC Over Candidate Substitution A fresh political storm is brewing inside the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as aggrieved aspirants from six states accuse party leaders of replacing candidates allegedly cleared by the party's Appeal Committee. With petitions now before the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the dispute threatens to test the credibility of the ADC's internal democracy ahead of the elections. Why are ADC aspirants petitioning INEC?Aggrieved African Democratic Congress (ADC) aspirants from Nasarawa, Kogi, Cross River, Anambra, Oyo and Lagos states have petitioned INEC, alleging that candidates affirmed by the party's National Working…

Jul

08

2026

By Famous Reporters

APC: History, Zoning Don’t Favour Chima Anyaso’s Bende Ambition

POLITICS#2027Elections, #APC, #BendeFederalConstituency, #BenjaminKalu, #ChimaAnyaso, #HouseOfRepresentatives, #SEONews, #Zoning

APC: History, Zoning Don't Favour Chima Anyaso's Bende Ambition As the political battle for Bende Federal Constituency gathers momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has launched a scathing attack on Labour Party stalwart Chima Anyaso, insisting that history, zoning and political capacity are firmly against his ambition. The ruling party also declared that Deputy Speaker Benjamin Okezie Kalu remains unbeatable, setting the stage for what could become one of Abia's fiercest political contests. The political rivalry in Abia State has intensified as the All Progressives Congress (APC) launched a blistering attack on Labour Party…

May

29

2026

By Famous Reporters

“You Didn’t Fail” — Benjamin Kalu Reassures Abia APC Aspirants Ahead of 2027

POLITICS#2027Elections, #AbiaPolitics, #APC, #APCAspirantsAbia, #BenjaminKalu, #BolaTinubu, #GoogleDiscover, #Tinubu2027

You Didn’t Fail” — Benjamin Kalu Reassures Abia APC Aspirants Ahead of 2027 "As political tensions rise ahead of the 2027 elections, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu has delivered a deeply emotional and strategic message to disappointed APC aspirants in Abia State, assuring them that their sacrifices, loyalty, and investments in the party will not be forgotten." "Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu has assured former APC aspirants in Abia State that their participation in the party primaries was not a failure. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja, Kalu described their sacrifices as “priceless,” promising that loyal members who remain committed to…

May

28

2026

By Famous Reporters

Judicial Crossroads: Conflicting Umar, Omotosho Rulings Shake INEC Ahead of 2027

POLITICS#2027Elections, #ElectionGuidelines, #ElectoralAct2026, #ElectoralLaw, #FederalHighCourt, #INEC, #JudicialReview, #NigerianJudiciary

Judicial Crossroads: Conflicting Umar, Omotosho Rulings Shake INEC Ahead of 2027 "As Nigeria moves steadily toward the 2027 general elections, two major Federal High Court judgments have ignited fresh fears over electoral certainty, judicial consistency, and the constitutional limits of INEC’s powers. While many Nigerians see the rulings as conflicting, legal experts argue that the deeper issue is far more critical: how much authority should INEC wield in regulating elections without overriding the Electoral Act?" "What is the controversy over the INEC 2027 election timetable?The controversy arose after two Federal High Court judges — Justice Mohammed Umar and Justice James…

May

26

2026

By Famous Reporters

2027: Abia Central APC Stakeholders Petition Chairman, Accuse Sam Onuigbo of Sabotaging Party

POLITICS#2027Elections, #AbiaCentral, #AbiaPolitics, #APCPrimary, #APCStakeholders, #EmekaAtuma, #NentaweYilwatda, #SamOnuigbo

2027: Abia Central APC Stakeholders Petition Chairman, Accuse Sam Onuigbo of Sabotaging Party "Political tension is escalating within the APC in Abia State as influential stakeholders openly accuse former lawmaker Sam Onuigbo of sabotaging the party ahead of the 2027 elections. The explosive petition to the APC national leadership has exposed deep cracks within the party’s Abia Central structure." "A coalition of APC stakeholders from Abia Central Senatorial District has petitioned the party’s National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, accusing former lawmaker Sam Onuigbo of attempting to destabilize the APC through alleged false claims against the May 18 senatorial primary…

May

25

2026

By Famous Reporters

Arochukwu 2027: Sam Charles Declares “100% Victory” for NDC, promises massive devt

POLITICS#2027Elections, #Abia2027, #AbiaPolitics #ArochukwuStateConstituency, #NDC, #NigeriaPolitics #NDCPrimaries, #SamCharles

Arochukwu 2027: Sam Charles Declares “100% Victory” for NDC, promises massive devt Charity Uwakwe "With confidence and a long list of grassroots achievements, Apostle Hon. Sam Charles has declared himself fully prepared for the 2027 political battle for Arochukwu State Constituency. Fresh from the NDC screening exercise, the former councillor and ex-chief whip spoke passionately about his political experience, community projects, and why he believes the ruling party has a “100 percent chance” of victory in the coming elections." A frontline aspirant for the Arochukwu State Constituency seat under the platform of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Apostle Hon. Sam…

May

25

2026

By Famous Reporters

2027: Ohafia South NDC Aspirant, Ukah Blasts Failed Leadership, Vows Grassroots Political Revolution

POLITICS#2027Elections, #AbiaPolitics, #ChidiIgweUka, #FamousReporters, #GoogleDiscover, #NDCAbia, #OhafiaSouth, #PeterObiMovement

2027: Ohafia South NDC Aspirant, Ukah Blasts Failed Leadership, Vows Grassroots Political Revolution” By Charity Uwakwe "As the battle for the 2027 elections gathers momentum in Abia State, an Ohafia South State Assembly aspirant of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Engr. Chidi Igwe Uka, has cautioned politicians against relying solely on Peter Obi’s popularity to win elections. Speaking shortly after the party’s screening exercise in Umuahia, Uka insisted that only politicians with grassroots structures, visible impact, and genuine service to the people would survive politically when the “Obi wave” fades." Following the intensified extant activities by various parties ahead of…

May

22

2026

By Famous Reporters

APC Primaries: Ihenyinna Mgbeahuru Wins Osisioma Ngwa North Ticket, Calls for Unity

POLITICS#2027Elections, #Abia2027, #APCAbia, #APCPrimaries, #APCTicket, #IhenyinnaMgbeahuru, #OsisiomaNgwaNorth, #StateAssemblyElection

APC Primaries: Ihenyinna Mgbeahuru Wins Osisioma Ngwa North Ticket, Calls for Unity By Charity Uwakwe “Joy erupted at the APC Secretariat in Umuahia as Hon. Ihenyinna Mgbeahuru secured victory in the Osisioma Ngwa North State Assembly primary election, promising to restore effective representation and unite party members ahead of the 2027 general elections." " Who won the APC ticket for Osisioma Ngwa North State Constituency?Hon. Ihenyinna Mgbeahuru emerged as the APC candidate for Osisioma Ngwa North State Constituency after winning the party’s primary election in Abia State. He described the exercise as credible and called for reconciliation among party members…

May

15

2026

By Famous Reporters

APC Postpones Reps Primaries Ahead of 2027 Elections

POLITICS#2027Elections, #APC2027, #APCNews, #APCPrimaries, #FelixMorka, #GovernorshipPrimaries, #HouseOfReps, #PresidentialPrimaries

APC Postpones Reps Primaries Ahead of 2027 Elections "In a major development ahead of the 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress has officially postponed its House of Representatives primary election, triggering fresh political calculations among aspirants, party loyalists, and stakeholders nationwide. However, the ruling party confirmed that all other scheduled primaries, including Senate, Governorship, and Presidential contests, will proceed as earlier announced.' " The All Progressives Congress (APC) has postponed its House of Representatives primary election from its earlier scheduled date to Saturday, May 16, 2026. According to APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the dates for Senate, State…

May

13

2026

By Famous Reporters

Abia APC Rejects Alleged Candidate List, as Benjamin Kalu Insists on Democratic Primaries

POLITICS#2027Elections, #abiaApc, #AbiaPolitics, #APCPrimaries, #BenjaminKalu, #ConsensusCandidate, #GoogleDiscover, #NigeriaPolitics #APC

Abia APC Rejects Alleged Candidate List as Benjamin Kalu Insists on Democratic Primaries "Fresh tension has erupted within the Abia chapter of the APC after rumours of a secret list of preferred candidates began circulating ahead of the 2027 elections. However, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu has now broken his silence, firmly rejecting the alleged list and declaring that only democratic primaries and consensus agreements recognised by the party’s constitution will produce APC candidates in the state." "Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and leader of the All Progressives Congress in Abia State, Benjamin Kalu, has dismissed speculations surrounding an…