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Peter Obi's Shocking Party Hop: Principles Forgotten?

Peter Obi, once a staunch APGA loyalist who vowed never to leave and called PDP destructive, has repeatedly switched parties,from APGA to PDP (2019 VP), Labour Party (2023 presidential with 6M votes via Obidients), ADC (2025), and now NDC,exemplifying 'politics without principle' per Gandhi's Seven Social Sins. Critics highlight his avoidance of primaries and ethnic appeals as signs of opportunism unfit for 2027 presidency.

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Court Drama: Gombe's ADC Suit vs David Mark Delayed Again

The Federal High Court in Abuja indefinitely adjourned Nafiu Bala Gombe's suit challenging David Mark's leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), pending the Certified True Copy of a Supreme Court judgment and the Chief Judge's decision on a transfer request. Defendants accused the plaintiff of judge shopping and frustrating accelerated hearings ordered by higher courts, while the judge emphasized fair hearing for all parties.

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Jonathan Weighs 2027 Run Amid Court Eligibility Clash

Former President Goodluck Jonathan responds to youth calls for his 2027 presidential bid by promising wide consultations, calling the race no 'computer game.' A court suit challenges his eligibility, claiming he exceeded two terms after completing Yar'Adua's tenure and serving 2011-2015. He urges youth to get voter cards, boost turnout, promote peace and credible polls. NDC denies any pact, keeping options open.

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Senate Dumps Rule Changes as Oshiomhole Blasts Akpabio

The Nigerian Senate reversed controversial amendments to its 2026 Standing Orders due to constitutional conflicts with Section 52, amid backlash from Sen. Adams Oshiomhole who demanded Senate President Godswill Akpabio's resignation over a 'moral crisis' in eligibility rules favoring experienced senators. The changes aimed to restrict principal offices to those with two consecutive terms and enforce strict ranking, but were scrapped after review. This unfolds as governors position for 2027 Senate seats and leadership roles.

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APC Consensus Backlash: States Push for Primaries

Nigeria's APC grapples with internal divisions over consensus candidates for 2027 elections. While states like Katsina, Borno, and Jigawa embrace consensus for unity, others including Ondo, Oyo, Ogun, Yobe, and Benue demand direct primaries amid aspirant pushback. VP Shettima submits Tinubu's forms, backed by party leaders citing reforms. Detailed timelines outline primaries from May 2026, with INEC elections in January/February 2027.

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Nigeria's $500M Research Fund: Road to $1T Economy?

Nigeria's Federal Government approves the National Research and Innovation Development Fund (NRIDF), targeting $500 million annually to drive research, innovation, and commercialization. Education Minister Tunji Alausa announced the initiative to foster collaborations, strengthen infrastructure, and support President Tinubu's $1 trillion economy goal, drawing lessons from South Korea and Singapore. The fund, chaired by VP Kashim Shettima, emphasizes non-budgetary funding and minimal bureaucracy.

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Tegbe Confirmed: 100-Day Pledge to Crush Grid Crises

The Nigerian Senate unanimously confirmed Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power, demanding urgent fixes for grid collapses, liquidity woes, and weak infrastructure. Tegbe pledged 100-day improvements, a transparency dashboard, tackling vandalism, a 'generator cabal,' market-reflective tariffs, nationwide metering, and rural mini-grids/solar solutions amid senator scrutiny on systemic failures.

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Senate Fury Over SA Xenophobia: MTN Targeted?

Nigerian Senate debates nationalizing MTN and DStv amid SA xenophobia; government repatriates Nigerians; Malema questions attacks' impact; NYC protests over Nigerian's ICE arrest; emotional Nigerian election dramas; 16yo girl alleges Kwara police torture, sparking outrage.

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Peter Obi's Shocking Party Hop: Principles Forgotten?

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May 9, 2026