The race for Aso Rock begins. Track candidates, polling trends, live updates, and everything shaping Nigeria's next chapter.
Saturday, February 28, 2027 — Presidential & National Assembly Elections
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the registration of 1.57 million new voters within the first seven weeks of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise.
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has postponed the release of access codes to political parties, citing operational and technical considerations.
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Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media, Sunday Dare, has declared that Labour Party's Peter Obi cannot repeat his 2023 Lagos victory against the President in the 2027 election.
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A former Speaker of the House of Representatives has described the recent court ruling on the NDC's registration as a temporary setback, vowing that the party will explore all legal options to defend its existence.
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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has warned that Nigeria risks becoming a one-party state before the 2027 general elections, citing deliberate moves to weaken opposition parties.
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President Tinubu has appointed Namdas as DG of the BCDA, while naming Obahiagbon and Umeoji as Executive Directors of the NDPHC, in a strategic move to strengthen Nigeria’s health innovation and public healthcare delivery systems.
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Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ali Pantami, has formally presented his Certificate of Return as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for Gombe State to the former Governor of the State, Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo.
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Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has submitted the 2026–2028 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper to the State House of Assembly for approval.
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Chief of Staff to President Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, says Nigeria's economy was living on borrowed time before 2023, defending the administration's tough reforms and announcing a planned review of the ₦70,000 minimum wage.
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The internal crisis in the PDP has deepened as rival factions presented two different candidates — Isa Pantami and Mohammed Yayari — as the party's governorship flag bearer for Gombe State.
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President Bola Tinubu has appointed Abayomi Fashina as a Non-Career Ambassador-Designate, as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria's diplomatic representation and advance the country's foreign policy objectives on the global stage.
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared that FCT Minister Nyesom Wike remains its valuable asset, in an apparent response to the APC amid speculations over the minister's political affiliation and future moves.
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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has sworn in four new senators who won the recently conducted by-elections. He congratulated them and urged dedicated service as they assume office to represent their senatorial districts.
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The Senate has fixed a date for the passage of the bill seeking to establish state police in Nigeria, signalling renewed momentum towards decentralised policing as the country battles worsening insecurity.
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A serving senator from Kebbi State has defected from the ruling APC to the opposition ADC, adding to the wave of political realignments across the country ahead of future elections.
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The People's Redemption Party (PRP) has denied reports that former Kano Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso purchased 69 nomination forms, dismissing the claims as false and misleading, and urging the public to disregard the circulating reports.
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APC chieftain Jonathan Vatsa warned that the judiciary and INEC could endanger Nigeria’s democracy ahead of 2027, while predicting a major internal crisis within the ruling party.
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A civil society group has petitioned INEC, demanding clarification on President Bola Tinubu’s educational credentials and urging an investigation into allegations concerning certificates submitted during the 2023 election.
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Fresh tension is brewing in the Senate as lawmakers prepare to review Senator Adams Oshiomhole’s controversial remarks on Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension when plenary resumes on Tuesday.
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Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated Biodun Oyebanji on his Ekiti re-election, describing the victory as a reward for purposeful leadership, good governance and public confidence.
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Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated Biodun Oyebanji on his Ekiti re-election, describing the victory as a reward for good governance and effective delivery of democratic dividends.
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Former Ekiti Governor Kayode Fayemi has congratulated Biodun Oyebanji on his re-election, urging opposition candidates and residents to support his administration for continued development across the state.
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Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke and the state APC have congratulated Biodun Oyebanji on his Ekiti re-election victory, describing the outcome as a reflection of confidence in his leadership.
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Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma says Biodun Oyebanji’s re-election reflects quality leadership, good governance and public confidence, describing the victory as evidence that performance attracts electoral support.
The topics dominating voter conversations and candidate debates.
Nigeria faces persistent inflation, a volatile naira, and rising unemployment. Candidates are proposing different fiscal strategies to stabilise prices and create jobs.
Banditry in the northwest, separatist tensions in the southeast, and farmer-herder conflicts continue to threaten lives and economic activity across the country.
Voter confidence remains fragile. INEC is under pressure to deliver a credible, transparent election with real-time result transmission and biometric verification.
With only 5% of GDP spent on health and education combined, Nigerians are demanding expanded access to quality public services, especially in rural areas.
All 18 registered parties must conclude delegate and direct primaries.
Official submission of presidential and vice-presidential nominees.
Nationwide campaigning begins with regulated spending caps.
The definitive list of 98.5 million eligible voters is released.
48-hour pre-election restriction on public campaigning begins.
Presidential, Senate, and House of Representatives elections held nationwide.
INEC announces and publishes certified election results.
Swearing-in of the President and Vice President of Nigeria.
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