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Ogun State PDP governorship candidate Oladipupo Adebutu claims all Nigerian governors divert local government funds and pledged to grant full financial autonomy to local councils if elected in 2027.

The Federal High Court in Abuja fined the PDP's Board of Trustees led by Adolphus Wabara N140 million for a frivolous lawsuit against INEC and dismissed the case, also awarding N10 million against a lawyer. The judgment by Justice Salim Ibrahim cited the suit as an abuse.

The ADC faction has withdrawn from Edo local elections and provided reasons for the decision. The Peoples Democratic Party has also announced its boycott of the election.

Sa'idu Ubandoma, the 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Sokoto, lost the ADC ticket to Manir Dan'Iya, who is Muhammadu Tambuwal's former deputy. Ubandoma subsequently joined the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Iran has invited Sunni Kashmir leader Mehbooba Mufti to attend Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s final rites. Her participation is expected to alter her political standing moving forward.

Suleiman Abba resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) and joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The article states this transition without additional context.

The Bayelsa State Government has rejected claims by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that poverty and hunger remain unaddressed under Governor Douye Diri's six-year administration, asserting that welfare-improving programs have been implemented. The government disputes the PDP's allegations, emphasizing its efforts to enhance residents' well-being.

Mehbooba Mufti, Peoples Democratic Party president, proposed that Jammu and Kashmir serve as a bridge of peace between India and Pakistan and as a gateway between South and Central Asia to strengthen ties with Pakistan and China.

Senator Samuel Anyanwu, National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stated it is his turn to govern Imo State following the tenure of other leaders. He cited contemporaries like Dr. Ikedi Ohakim, Chief Emeka Ihedioha, and Dr. Hope Uzodimma as prior governors of the state.

Internal crises in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and African Democratic Congress (ADC) have weakened their credibility in Jigawa State, reducing their ability to challenge the All Progressives Congress (APC). This fragmentation gives the APC a stronger position in maintaining power.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) won the Ekiti State governorship election and five of six bye-elections in Ondo, Enugu, Nasarawa, Kano, Kebbi, and Rivers states, losing one seat in Rivers to the People's Democratic Party (PDP).

The Enugu North by-election was conducted peacefully but saw poor voter turnout. Chris Ezema and Desmond Onah, representatives of political parties, expressed satisfaction with the election's conduct.

Ikere-Ekiti, the hometown of APC deputy governorship candidate Monisade Afuye and PDP governorship candidate Oluwole Oluyede, has heavy security ahead of the 2026 Ekiti election. The article is from Premium Times Nigeria.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of spreading misinformation by claiming Mr. Pantami, its governorship candidate, remains a member of the APC. The dispute centers on Pantami's party membership ahead of the election.

CM Omar Abdullah is seeking the INDIA bloc's support to restore Jammu and Kashmir's statehood and special constitutional status. A joint statement from the bloc, as mentioned by Awami Ittehad Party leader Sheikh Khursheed, could be a significant step.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State has expressed concern over the political atmosphere ahead of the 2026 governorship election. The party is calling for sustained efforts to preserve peace, strengthen democratic institutions, and protect citizens' rights to participate in the electoral process.

Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki criticized Alhaji Ladi Hassan's gubernatorial bid in Kwara State, claiming it was motivated by personal ambition. Hassan is a factional candidate under the PDP leadership of Taminu Turaki.

Chief Olabode George urged Pastor Enoch Adeboye to direct advice on ending terrorism in Nigeria to President Bola Tinubu rather than Service Chiefs. Adeboye had issued an ultimatum to Service Chiefs regarding security challenges.