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APC Primary: Edo Senator Kicks As Committee Releases Results

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3 weeks ago

May 18, 2026

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Primary Election Committee for Edo State has announced collated results with an incumbent Senator Neda Imasuen representing Edo South Senatorial District crying foul play.

INFO DAILY reports that Senators Adams Oshiomhole of Edo North and Joe Ikpea of Edo Central were returned while Imasuen of South Senatorial District emerged second in the results collated at the Urokpota Hall, Benin City.

In the results announced by the Committee Chairman, Muhammed Ajana, Omoregie Ogbeide-Ihama scored 27,154 votes, Imasuen scored 13,580 while Osagie Ize-Iyamu polled 6,785 votes.

He said the collation arose from votes cast in the seven local government areas made up of 77 wards whose election was conducted by members of the committee.

He said: “There are seven local governments that make up the Edo South Senatorial District; we have heard from the Returning Officers from the seven local government areas.

“This is the reflection of what transpired from the ward level to the local government and the Edo South senatorial district collation centre. With this, we await further directives from the National Secretariat; we have done our best by collating the results which are our mandate, to collate the results and send them to the National Secretariat.”

However, on his part, the senator representing the district condemned the exercise, describing it as a sham allegedly designed to favour a preferred aspirant.

Imasuen spoke while reacting to events at his polling unit in Umagbae North Ward 5, Urhokuosa where he said he was denied the opportunity to vote following what he described as a chaotic and manipulated process.

The lawmaker accused leaders of the party of openly adopting a preferred candidate ahead of the exercise and intimidating members into supporting that aspirant.

“There’s nothing satisfactory about this sham of election they did today and it is very unfortunate because as a loyal party member, I expected something better than this,” he said.

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Ex- APC National Youth Leader Emerges Gombe NDC Guber Candidate

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6 days ago

June 3, 2026

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Sadiq Abubakar, a former All Progressives Congress (APC) National Youth Leader has emerged the winner of the Gombe State Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) governorship primaries.

Abubakar disclosed this development in an interview with Newsmen in Bauchi on Wednesday.

It could be recalled that the Former APC National Youth Leader had dumped the APC, citing hardship faced by many Nigerian homes due to difficult policies and programmes by the party.

According to him, the move was also driven by an objective of securing free and fair victory in future election primaries so as to continue to serve the people with strength and integrity and promised to announce his newly adopted political party in no distant time.

Speaking with newsmen after the governorship primaries, Abubakar expressed gratitude to the party leadership, delegates, and supporters for the confidence reposed in him.

He described the nomination as a collective responsibility to the people of Gombe state.

“This honour is not for me alone, but belongs to every young person searching for opportunity, every farmer striving to make a living, every mother hoping for a better future for her children, and every community yearning for development,” he affirmed.

“Just as I had testified when I defected to the NDC that this is a political party where members are treated fairly and equally. It is a party where members’ mandates are not stolen or suppressed for favoured individuals and this attestation has manifested now,” he said.

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JUST IN: NDP Candidate Announcement Triggers Electoral Controversy

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7 days ago

June 2, 2026

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Fresh uncertainty has emerged within the National Democratic Party (NDP) following the announcement of its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, made barely two days after the deadline set by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

The development has raised questions about the validity of the nomination process and whether the party’s candidate will be officially recognised by the electoral umpire ahead of the polls.

Political observers and stakeholders have expressed concern over the timing of the announcement, warning that the delay could expose the party to legal and procedural challenges.

The controversy comes amid heightened scrutiny of political parties’ compliance with electoral guidelines as preparations for the 2027 elections intensify across the country.

While the NDP maintains that its actions are consistent with internal party procedures, critics argue that the move could further complicate its chances of participating effectively in the presidential race.

The latest development has added to growing uncertainty within Nigeria’s political landscape, with attention now shifting to the position of INEC on the candidate’s status and the broader implications for the party’s electoral prospects.the three

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NDC Warri Fed. Constituency Candidate, Mulade, Pledges Inclusive Representation

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1 week ago

May 30, 2026

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The winner of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) primary election for Warri Federal Constituency, Dr Sheriff Mulade, has
assured constituents of prioritising their interests through effective, people-oriented, and responsive representation if elected at the general election.

This was contained in a statement he signed and made available to newsmen in Warri on Saturday.

Chief Mulade, while expressing profound gratitude to party delegates, supporters, and constituents for the overwhelming support that secured him victory, described the outcome of the election as a demonstration of the confidence, trust, and acceptance reposed in him by the people of Warri Federal Constituency.

The environmental rights activist and peace advocate said he remains humbled by the mandate entrusted on him.

According to him, the victory belongs, not just to him, but to every resident of the constituency who believes in the ideals of good governance, unity, and sustainable development.

“I deeply appreciate all those who participated in the electoral process, especially the delegates, supporters, and well-wishers who stood firmly behind my aspiration. Your support, trust, and confidence mean a great deal to me,” he stated.

Comrade Mulade further called for unity, peaceful coexistence, and collective progress among the three major ethnic nationalities that make up the constituency—the Ijaw, Itsekiri, and Urhobo—stressing that the future of Warri Federal Constituency depends on collaboration and mutual inclusiveness.

He noted that the outcome of the primary election reflects the people’s desire for inclusive leadership, grassroots-driven representation, and a renewed commitment towards addressing the developmental needs of the constituency.

“I dedicate this victory to God Almighty and all the people of Warri Federal Constituency whom I seek to serve. This mandate is a call to greater responsibility, and I assure you that I will not let you down. Together, we shall build a constituency where every community has a voice and every citizen has a stake in our collective progress,” Mulade added.

The NDC candidate also urged party members and supporters to remain united and focused as the party prepares for the next phase of the electoral process.

He emphasized that victory can only be sustained through solidarity, commitment, and a shared vision for the development of Warri Federal Constituency.