A son of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Olujuwon Obasanjo, has thrown his support behind President Bola Tinubu's bid for a second term.

What happened

According to reports on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, Olujuwon joined the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement as Special Adviser on Political Affairs during a visit to its headquarters in Abuja, where he was received by the National Coordinator, Sunday Asuku, and shown around the facility. He described the appointment as an honour, praised the movement's community outreach and said he had followed its work for some time.

What he said

Olujuwon reportedly said the President had started on a good note and urged Nigerians, especially young people, to support the continuation of the government's reforms. He said the country had made progress in several areas and pledged to contribute to the President's re-election.

Background

The move stands out because his father has been one of the government's harshest critics. Last week, the former President described the government's borrowing as 'absolute nonsense'. The PBAT movement, whose grand patron is former Niger Delta militant leader Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo), recently launched its Ogun State chapter and donated 26 campaign vehicles. Members of political families supporting different sides is common in Nigerian politics.

How people reacted

APC supporters welcomed the news, while some critics said it would not change the former President's views or influence voters in Ogun State, where both Obasanjo and the President's allies are active.

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ruled in favour of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leadership led by Abdulrahman Mohammed, the latest turn in the party's long-running leadership crisis.

The judgment

On Wednesday, 4 November 2026, a three-member special panel led by Justice Ugochukwu Anthony Ogakwu dismissed an appeal filed by former Senate President Adolphus Wabara and seven others, according to reports. The appellants had asked the court to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission to recognise an interim National Working Committee led by Turaki instead of the Abdulrahman-led NWC. The panel upheld an earlier Federal High Court judgment that backed the Abdulrahman-led committee.

What happens next

The losing faction announced plans to take the matter to the Supreme Court, vowing to continue the legal battle.

Background

The PDP, Nigeria's main opposition party for much of the past decade, has been split by leadership disputes since its defeat in the 2023 elections. Several of its leading figures have left to join other parties or opposition coalitions, while others, including FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, have backed President Bola Tinubu. The party has continued to field candidates for the 2027 elections in many states, but its internal crisis has raised questions about its strength.

Why it matters

Who controls the party's national leadership affects the nomination of candidates and the party's dealings with INEC ahead of the January 2027 elections.

A Federal High Court in Abuja will deliver judgment on 8 December 2026 in a ₦10 billion fundamental rights suit filed by former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).

The case

Justice Chigozie Onah fixed the date on Wednesday, 4 November, after lawyers for both sides adopted their written arguments, according to reports. The suit, filed on 13 August, concerns access to El-Rufai while he was in the commission's custody. His lawyer argued that CCTV footage shown in court did not prove any security breach by his wife or son that could justify denying them visits.

The ICPC's position

The ICPC told the court that El-Rufai's wife broke its access rules on two occasions, including entering its premises after official visiting hours.

Background

El-Rufai governed Kaduna State from 2015 to 2023 and later left the APC to join the opposition coalition that adopted the African Democratic Congress. He has been involved in several legal disputes with anti-corruption agencies, and has appealed publicly for a fair trial. This week he told his supporters, through an ally, to vote for the ADC at every level in 2027.

What happens next

The court's ruling on 8 December will decide whether the ICPC violated El-Rufai's rights and whether he is entitled to compensation.

Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has surprised fans by asking them to call her by her old name.

What she said

In a post on X on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, the actress wrote that people should call her Toyin Aimakhu for this era. The announcement came as she promotes her upcoming film 'Bestie', which is due to open in cinemas in December.

Background

The actress was widely known as Toyin Aimakhu early in her career before she became known as Toyin Abraham. Her return to the old name appears to be part of the promotion for the new film. She is one of Nollywood's most successful actresses and producers, with several box office hits to her name. She has recently been in the news over a reported rift with fellow actress Funke Akindele, after an old TikTok collaboration resurfaced.

How fans reacted

Fans were amused and excited, with many saying they were ready for the 'Toyin Aimakhu era' and wishing her success with the film. Others asked her to bring the movie to their cities.