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Ekiti 2026: APC releases revised timetable, sets N50m fee

Daily Dispatch August 5, 2025

The All Progressives Congress has released a revised schedule of activities and timetable for the 2026 governorship election in Ekiti State. The party also sets nomination and expression of interest forms at a combined N50 million, offered significant concessions, including exemptions for

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David Mark’s alleged hijack of ADC sparks outrage from State Chairmen

Daily Dispatch August 5, 2025

The State Chairmen of African Democratic Congress has appealed to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to refuse recognition of a coalition they described as an “unlawful and illegitimate junta”, led by David. Mark. The chairmen further urged Nigerians and civil society organisations to stand against any form of creeping authoritarianism and pressed

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Ekiti: Before we crucify Oyebanji

Daily Dispatch August 2, 2025

By Ismail Omipidan I have only met him once, and I am not sure he knows me. Therefore, this intervention is being made as part of my efforts to contribute to political discourse by promoting accurate information and countering the spread of unverified claims, half-truths, and propaganda. Lately, I’ve come across a series of narratives […]

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Adeleke dismisses defection rumours to ADC

Daily Dispatch August 1, 2025

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has dismissed rumours of his defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the August 8, 2026, governorship election. In a statement released on Friday in Osogbo by his spokesperson, Malam Rasheed Olawale, the governor reaffirmed his commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stressing that he is […]

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Bauchi APC stakeholders Unite To Bury Differences.

Daily Dispatch August 1, 2025

Major stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress in Bauchi state, today agreed to bury their differences for a rebirth of a strong and united APC in the state. The meeting chaired by Yobe State Governor Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni CON, COMN, with the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Political and Other Matters […]

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Sen. Dino Melaye officially parted ways with PDP

Daily Dispatch July 31, 2025

Former Senator for Kogi West, Dino Melaye, has officially parted ways with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a resignation letter addressed to the chairman of his Ward 1 in Aiyetoro Gbede, Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State, and dated 4th of July 2025, Melaye cited the party’s lack of structure and effectiveness as […]