FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has reportedly said a PDP candidate who withdrew from a race in favour of the APC will be given an appointment by President Tinubu. The remark, said to have been made at a political gathering, has drawn reaction from opposition parties.
Atiku Abubakar's camp has reportedly replied to Vice President Kashim Shettima after a remark about a Kano school that drew online reaction. The camp is said to have questioned the educational record of President Tinubu in return. The exchange adds to the sharp tone of the early 2027 campaign.
Eight members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly who resigned from the APC earlier this month have reportedly returned to the party after a meeting with President Tinubu led by Minister of State for Defence Bello Matawalle. They had earlier cited insecurity and unpaid allowances, and were said to be heading to the ADC.
Social commentator VeryDarkMan has reportedly said President Tinubu's political approach is stronger than that of his rivals, naming Peter Obi among them. The remark is drawing mixed reactions from supporters of different camps ahead of 2027.
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has attracted attention for a tender moment with his wife during a court appearance, sharing a kiss as the couple reunited. The moment comes amid his ongoing legal dispute with the ICPC, which has included allegations that his wife and son were denied access to him while he was in custody.
Despite the serious legal battle surrounding him, former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has attracted attention for a tender moment with his wife during a court appearance.
The couple's affectionate reunion has added a personal dimension to the former governor's legal troubles, reminding Nigerians that behind the political controversies and courtroom proceedings, there is also a family dealing with the situation.
El-Rufai has been involved in a legal dispute with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), including allegations that his wife and son were denied access to him while he was in custody.
Whatever anyone thinks about El-Rufai politically, seeing a husband and wife show affection during such a difficult period is bound to attract reactions.