PERSPECTA

News from every angle

Results for "Peoples Democratic Party"

200 stories found

PDP Criticizes Wike Over Remarks on Bode George
Politicsvanguard-ng5d ago

PDP Criticizes Wike Over Remarks on Bode George

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticized Nyesom Wike for his comments regarding Bode George, asserting that 'Lagos is not Rivers' in response to Wike's mockery of George's electoral value. Wike had previously dismissed George's influence, stating he has 'no electoral value'.

Bayelsa APC Chieftain and Supporters Defect to PDP
PoliticsPremium Times17d ago

Bayelsa APC Chieftain and Supporters Defect to PDP

A prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Bayelsa State, along with his supporters, has rejoined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The PDP chairman used the occasion to urge the state government to address poverty and unemployment.

Plateau PDP Opposes Pension Bill for Ex-Lawmakers
PoliticsPremium Timesvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Plateau PDP Opposes Pension Bill for Ex-Lawmakers

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Plateau State is opposing a bill advancing through the State Assembly that would provide life pensions for former speakers and lawmakers. The party is urging public resistance against the proposed legislation.

Ekiti PDP Candidate Challenges Governorship Election Results
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Ekiti PDP Candidate Challenges Governorship Election Results

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the Ekiti governorship election, Bisi Kolawole, has disputed the fairness of the poll. He is consulting with his party and lawyers to determine the next steps regarding the election outcome.

Nigerian By-Elections See Mixed Results for Major Parties
PoliticsPremium Times1mo ago

Nigerian By-Elections See Mixed Results for Major Parties

The All Progressives Congress (APC) secured victories in the Enugu North Senatorial and Kano House of Representatives by-elections, while the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) won the Rivers South-East by-election. APC leaders celebrated their wins, with one official commending Governor Mbah for the party's success in Enugu North.

APC Chieftain and 8,000 Supporters Defect to PDP in Nigeria
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

APC Chieftain and 8,000 Supporters Defect to PDP in Nigeria

High Chief Mustapha Abdulhakeem Owolabi, a former chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Chairman of the Egba Agenda Forum, has defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) along with 8,000 supporters, citing alleged marginalisation of Egbaland.

Six Oyo Representatives Defect from PDP to APM
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng2mo ago2 sources

Six Oyo Representatives Defect from PDP to APM

Six members of the House of Representatives from Oyo State have announced their defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). This move marks a significant shift in political allegiance within the state.

PDP Faction Convenes Convention to Ratify Jonathan as Presidential Candidate
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ng2mo ago2 sources

PDP Faction Convenes Convention to Ratify Jonathan as Presidential Candidate

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is proceeding with a convention to ratify Goodluck Jonathan as its sole presidential candidate, despite his public silence on accepting the nomination. This development indicates internal divisions within the party regarding its leadership for the upcoming elections.

Kaduna Lawmaker Dumps PDP for ADC
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Kaduna Lawmaker Dumps PDP for ADC

Senator Ibrahim Khalid Mustapha, representing Kaduna North and vice chairman of the Senate committee on ethics, code of conduct and public petitions, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Kwara PDP Gubernatorial Aspirants Agree on Consensus

Gubernatorial aspirants within the Kwara State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have reached an agreement on a consensus arrangement. This development comes as various groups express support for Seriki's bid for governor.

Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Makinde-led PDP Unveils Caretaker Committee

The factional National Executive Committee of Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party, backed by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, has ratified the appointment of a 13-member Caretaker Committee, with Tanimu Turaki, SAN, as chairman.

Ekiti Political Alliance Backs Tinubu for 2027
Politicsvanguard-ng1d ago

Ekiti Political Alliance Backs Tinubu for 2027

Dr. Wole Oluyede, the 2026 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ekiti State, confirmed the formation of a political alliance involving the PDP, Accord, Action Democratic Party (ADP), and Young Progressives, all backing Tinubu for 2027.

Wike Urges PDP Candidates to Seize Power in 2027
Worldvanguard-ng1mo ago

Wike Urges PDP Candidates to Seize Power in 2027

Nyesom Wike has advised Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidates that power is not given but must be taken, in reference to the 2027 elections. He emphasized the need for proactive efforts to secure victory.

Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Kwara APC Chieftain Warns of PDP Takeover Risk

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State has issued a warning that the party risks losing to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2027 elections, citing internal crises, leadership style, and candidate imposition as key factors.

Sokoto PDP Crisis Deepens with Parallel Factions
Politicsvanguard-ng2mo ago

Sokoto PDP Crisis Deepens with Parallel Factions

The internal crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nigeria's Sokoto State has escalated, with rival factions now presenting separate governorship candidates and parallel state executive committees.

Politicspunch-ng2mo ago

Iyabo Obasanjo Reportedly Set for Return to PDP

Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, is reportedly preparing to return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after previously resigning from the All Progressives Congress (APC), according to an associate.

PDP Establishes Appeal Panels for Primary Election Disputes
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng2mo ago3 sources

PDP Establishes Appeal Panels for Primary Election Disputes

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has constituted appeal panels to address disputes arising from its primary elections, underscoring its commitment to credible candidate selection processes ahead of forthcoming elections. These panels will review and resolve grievances related to the party's candidate selection process.

PDP Aspirants Reject Pantami's Gombe Governorship Candidacy
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ng2mo ago2 sources

PDP Aspirants Reject Pantami's Gombe Governorship Candidacy

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirants in Gombe have voiced their strong opposition and rejected the candidacy of former minister Pantami for the 2027 election. They fault his selection as the party's candidate.

Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Nigerian PDP Screens Governorship Aspirants for Primaries

Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has commenced the screening process for governorship aspirants across several states, including Abia, Oyo, and Enugu. The party has also cleared a chieftain to contest the Plateau governorship primaries.

Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Political Parties Deny 2027 Alliance with APC

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Yobe and the Wike-backed faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have both publicly dismissed claims of forming an alliance with the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the upcoming 2027 elections. Both parties firmly stated their independence from such political alignments.

Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Kwara State Political Parties Engage in Aspirant Screening

Political activities are underway in Kwara State, Nigeria, with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) beginning its screening process for aspirants. An All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirant also claimed the opposition was no longer a significant force in the state.

Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Mass Exodus Hits Oyo PDP Amid Internal Wrangling

Key members and aspirants of the Oyo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are resigning en masse due to internal disputes, with supporters awaiting Governor Makinde’s directive for the 2027 elections.

Nigerian PDP BoT Felicitates Workers on Workers' Day
Businessvanguard-ng3mo ago

Nigerian PDP BoT Felicitates Workers on Workers' Day

The Board of Trustees of Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) extended greetings to Nigerian workers on Workers' Day, recognizing them as the backbone of national development and advocating for stronger protection of their rights.

UK-Based Surveyor Victor Ekunyan Declares 2027 Presidential Bid in Nigeria
WorldPremium Times3mo ago

UK-Based Surveyor Victor Ekunyan Declares 2027 Presidential Bid in Nigeria

Victor Ekunyan, a UK-based surveyor, has declared his presidential candidacy for Nigeria's 2027 elections under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating his focus will be on sustainable development, institutional reforms, and improved governance to address the country’s socio-economic crisis.

Wike Offers Defectors Soft Landing Amid PDP Crisis
PoliticsPremium Timesvanguard-ng3mo ago2 sources

Wike Offers Defectors Soft Landing Amid PDP Crisis

Amidst the ongoing crisis within Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Wike stated that there are no factions and offered a 'soft landing' for party defectors to return. He emphasized unity within the party.

Ogun PDP Accuses TESCOM of Mobilizing Teachers for APC Candidate's Meeting
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng12d ago2 sources

Ogun PDP Accuses TESCOM of Mobilizing Teachers for APC Candidate's Meeting

The Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) of directing public school teachers to attend a meeting with the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Yayi. The media office of the Ogun State PDP governorship candidate claims this politicizes the education sector.

Bode George Urges NJC to Protect Judiciary in PDP Crisis
Politicsvanguard-ng20d ago

Bode George Urges NJC to Protect Judiciary in PDP Crisis

Bode George has called on the National Judicial Council (NJC) to safeguard the independence of the judiciary amidst the ongoing crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). His statement emphasizes the importance of judicial autonomy during political disputes.

Nigerian Court Fines PDP Trustees N140m for Frivolous Suit
PoliticsPremium Times27d ago

Nigerian Court Fines PDP Trustees N140m for Frivolous Suit

The Federal High Court in Abuja has imposed a N140 million fine on the Adolphus Wabara-led Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for filing a baseless lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

Nigerian Court Sets July 7 for PDP, INEC Suit Hearing

A Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled July 7 for the hearing of a suit filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), seeking to compel INEC to recognize the Kabir Turaki-led interim National Working Committee.

APC Sweeps 5 By-Elections, PDP Retains Rivers Seat
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

APC Sweeps 5 By-Elections, PDP Retains Rivers Seat

The All Progressives Congress (APC) secured victories in five out of six by-elections held across Ondo, Nasarawa, Kano, and Kebbi states. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) maintained its hold on the Rivers State seat.

Gombe PDP and APC Clash Over Pantami's Party Membership
WorldPremium Times1mo ago

Gombe PDP and APC Clash Over Pantami's Party Membership

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of spreading misinformation by claiming that Mr. Pantami, the PDP's governorship candidate, remains a member of the ruling party.

Iyabo Obasanjo Re-joins PDP, Endorses Adebutu for Ogun 2027
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Iyabo Obasanjo Re-joins PDP, Endorses Adebutu for Ogun 2027

Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has returned to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) just days after leaving the All Progressives Congress (APC). She has also declared her support for Ladi Adebutu in the 2027 Ogun State gubernatorial election.

Pantami Secures Gombe PDP Governorship Ticket Amid Controversy
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng2mo ago3 sources

Pantami Secures Gombe PDP Governorship Ticket Amid Controversy

Aliyu Pantami has clinched the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship ticket for Gombe State, a move that has sparked controversy following his defection from the APC. His nomination is particularly noted as coming from a faction of the PDP led by Governor Nyesom Wike.

Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Kwara PDP Aspirant Explains Governorship Ambition

A Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aspirant for the Kwara governorship has articulated his reasons for seeking the office and expressed confidence in the party's ability to defeat the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming election.

Nigeria's PDP Crisis Deepens Over Party Control
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Nigeria's PDP Crisis Deepens Over Party Control

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nigeria is experiencing a deepening crisis as rival factions assert control over the party. This internal struggle comes as political preparations for the 2027 elections begin.

Former Ondo PDP Spokesman Kennedy Peretei Elected NDC Chairman
PoliticsPremium Timesvanguard-ng3mo ago2 sources

Former Ondo PDP Spokesman Kennedy Peretei Elected NDC Chairman

Kennedy Peretei, former Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, has been elected as the inaugural State Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), stating the country is at a critical political crossroads.

PDP Crisis Deepens Over Leadership Dispute
Worldvanguard-ng3mo ago

PDP Crisis Deepens Over Leadership Dispute

The internal crisis within Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has intensified as a faction of the Board of Trustees (BoT), backed by Wike, has countered Wabara and supported the Mohammed–Anyanwu National Working Committee (NWC) as the legitimate leadership.

Supreme Court Voids PDP Ibadan Convention, Shifts Party Leadership
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng3mo ago3 sources

Supreme Court Voids PDP Ibadan Convention, Shifts Party Leadership

Nigeria's Supreme Court invalidated the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) Ibadan convention, effectively clearing the path for a Wike-backed faction and impacting the party's leadership structure. The ruling also addressed the fate of the ADC party.

Wike-Backed PDP Sets 2027 Election Timetable, Nomination Fees
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng3mo ago3 sources

Wike-Backed PDP Sets 2027 Election Timetable, Nomination Fees

The Wike-backed faction of Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has released its timetable for the 2027 general elections. The party also fixed the presidential nomination forms at N51 million and governorship forms at N21 million.

Supreme Court Reserves Judgment in ADC and PDP Leadership Disputes
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng3mo ago3 sources

Supreme Court Reserves Judgment in ADC and PDP Leadership Disputes

Nigeria's Supreme Court has reserved judgment in appeals concerning the leadership crises of both the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The court's decision will determine the legitimate leadership for these political organizations.