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Political actor and promoter of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), Dr. Umar Ardo, has warned that the ongoing restructuring within Nigeria’s opposition ranks, particularly the emergence of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) alongside the African Democratic Congress (ADC), is likely to strengthen the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ardo stated this on Tuesday during an interview on Frontline, a current affairs programme on Eagle 102.5 FM, Ilese-Ijebu, Ogun State, where he argued that Nigeria’s electoral outcomes are increasingly shaped by opposition fragmentation rather than the intrinsic strength of the ruling party. His comments followed…

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has directed all Commissioners of Police across the country to immediately conduct a comprehensive audit of arms and ammunition in their respective commands, in what authorities describe as a critical step to tighten internal accountability and improve operational readiness. Disu issued the directive on Tuesday in Abuja during an emergency conference with Commissioners of Police in charge of state commands, stressing that the exercise must be thorough, transparent, and properly documented, with detailed reports submitted to Force Headquarters without delay. According to him, the nationwide audit is aimed at strengthening accountability mechanisms within the…

Seventeen members of the House of Representatives on Tuesday defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the National Democratic Congress (NDC), while one lawmaker moved to the All Progressives Congress (APC), in a wave of political realignments that reshaped the lower chamber’s balance of power. The defections, announced during plenary, were contained in separate letters read on the floor of the House. The lawmakers cited unresolved internal crises within the ADC as the primary reason for their departure, describing the party’s situation as unstable from the national to ward levels. The development drew members from Kano, Anambra, Lagos, Edo…

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Tuesday stirred controversy in the National Assembly after declaring the African Democratic Congress effectively “dead,” following a wave of defections by its members to other political platforms. Akpabio made the remark during plenary shortly after the Senate announced the defection of several lawmakers, including Victor Umeh, who dumped the ADC for the Nigerian Democratic Congress, citing internal crises and prolonged litigation within the party. Reacting to the development, the Senate President, in a jocular tone, said, “Maybe all those defecting from ADC should just compile everything in one paper and bring it,…

Uthman Ogunfolaji & Pelumi  Aderounmu As momentum gradually builds ahead of the 2027 general elections, a growing number of residents in Ogun State have voiced deepening disillusionment with the political process, warning that distrust, economic hardship, and unmet expectations may dampen voter turnout. A PLATFORM TIMES survey across key segments of the electorate revealed a widening gap between party loyalists and an increasingly sceptical population that questions the value of participating in elections. Many respondents cited rising living costs, unemployment, and what they described as a pattern of broken campaign promises as reasons for their waning confidence. A trader, Mrs.…

Zainab Abioye Former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, on Tuesday said he met with the United States Consul General in Lagos, Rick Swart, to discuss Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi disclosed this in a statement shared via his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, noting that the meeting focused on deepening bilateral relations between Nigeria and the United States, with particular emphasis on credible and transparent elections. According to him, both parties examined strategies to ensure future elections in Nigeria are conducted without interference, while creating an enabling environment for all political parties, especially opposition groups,…

Residents of Igbayiyemi Community in Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State have celebrated their first Community Development Association anniversary, highlighting major strides in land recovery, security, and basic infrastructure within one year. The event, held on May 2, 2026, at Soyoye, along the Sokoto-Badagry Expressway in Adio-Ajegunle, attracted traditional leaders, government officials, and health professionals, who commended the community’s rapid development under its current leadership. Chairman of the Igbayiyemi CDA, Mr. Lawal Kehinde Taoheed, described the anniversary as a significant milestone, attributing the achievements recorded to collective effort and unity among residents. “This anniversary is a reflection of…

The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights has condemned the alleged detention of 62 Nigerians in Uganda, describing the action as a grave violation of international law and diplomatic norms. In a statement signed by its National President, Yinka Folarin, the group said the circumstances surrounding the detention were “heinous, barbaric and unjust,” alleging that the affected Nigerians had been denied access to legal representation, communication and due process. The organisation noted that such treatment contravenes key international instruments, including the United Nations-backed Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, as well…

By Maryam Ogunremi  I woke up this morning feeling so alive and refreshed. I have not felt this way in days. My mind has been troubled, but I believe a good night’s rest would put it to rest. I did not enjoy that luxury because the weather had been quite hot. Sleeping on my bed had become a taboo. It is a serious taboo because the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has chosen to hold on to their supply for weeks. The story of my life and many other individuals in this area, except for those with the luxury…

… Legal Battle Threatens Party Legitimacy … Internal Rifts Deepen Across States … Leadership Tussle Spreads To Kano, South-West Daud Olatunji Barely 24 hours after their high-profile defection to the Nigeria Democratic Congress, former presidential candidate Peter Obi and ex-Kano State governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso have been engulfed in a wave of crises threatening the stability and credibility of their new political platform. Investigations by PLATFORM TIMES reveal that the party is already battling a combination of legal disputes, internal wrangling and trust deficits across key regions, casting doubts on its preparedness as a formidable opposition force ahead of the…