Atiku Abubakar Refuses to Step Down from ADC Presidential Race, Calls Tinubu a ‘National Liability’ Ahead of 2027 Elections

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has emphatically ruled out stepping aside from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential race, accusing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of attempting to weaken opposition parties and establish a de facto one-party state.
In a statement issued through his media adviser, Paul Ibe, on January 7, 2026, Atiku dismissed calls for him to relinquish his ambition in favor of a southern candidate, describing such pressure as serving Tinubu’s interests rather than those of Nigerians.
Atiku accused the APC-led government of punishing economic policies, shrinking democratic space, and systematically undermining opposition parties. He emphasized that the ADC is on a “national rescue mission” to restore democracy and build strong structures nationwide, and warned that no intimidation, manipulation, or sabotage would derail the party’s plans.
He also referenced Peter Obi’s recent formal entry into the ADC as a sign of the ruling party’s fear of a united opposition, reinforcing his stance that if anyone should step aside in 2027, it should be President Tinubu.

ADC Presidential Ticket: No one is stepping down- Atiku

Amid the call by Obidients that presidential aspirants in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) should step down for Peter Obi, the former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has dismissed the notion, saying no aspirant will withdraw for another in the coalition.

Atiku’s position was made known in a statement issued by his media aide, Paul Ibe, on Tuesday, January 6. Ibe issued the statement following recent comments by Obi’s allies, including Prof Pat Utomi and Aisha Yesufu, who have rejected the idea of Obi emerging as a Vice Presidential candidate in the coalition.

Rejecting any suggestion that he should step aside, Atiku described such calls as dangerous to Nigeria’s democracy.

“Any call — overt or covert — for Atiku to ‘step aside’ is a gift to authoritarian ambition and a betrayal of the Nigerian people,” the statement said.

The former vice president also accused the Bola Tinubu-led administration of shrinking democratic space and deliberately weakening opposition parties in a bid to impose what he described as a “creeping, de facto one-party state.”

“For nearly three years, Nigerians have endured one of the harshest periods in recent history — an era defined by punishing economic policies and shrinking democratic space,” the statement read, adding that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) had sought to eliminate political alternatives through systematic pressure on opposition forces.

Solomon Buchi Urges Pastor Chris Okafor to Step Down Amid Controversy Following Doris Ogala Allegations

Life coach and social media influencer Solomon Buchi has called on Pastor Chris Okafor to resign from ministry following allegations made by actress Doris Ogala. Buchi criticised the lack of accountability structures in Pentecostal churches and stated that even Okafor’s own daughters testified against him, making him unfit to lead. He stressed that a simple apology is insufficient and urged the pastor to step aside to uphold integrity, accountability, and trust in his ministry. Social media reactions largely supported Buchi’s position, highlighting public demand for church leaders to face consequences for alleged misconduct.

Oyebamiji emerges APC candidate for Osun governorship election

The Immediate Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority NIWA, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji has been picked as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the forthcoming 2026 Osun governorship election.

Oyebamiji emerged in Osogbo after seven other aspirants unanimously agreed to step down for him.

Bola Oyebamiji who was one time commissioner of finance in Osun State in his acceptance speech promised put Osun back on track of development.

The Chairman of Osun APC primary Committee and Governor of Edo state, Monday Ophebolo who supervised the primary described the unity in the party in Osun as a signal for victory for the party in 2026.

Governors of Ondo and Nassarawa, Deputy governor of Lagos attended the primary.

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Fake Coup In Guinea-Bissau: How Embaló Tried To Disrupt Democracy — Inside Story By Owei Lakemfa

The article exposes how Guinea-Bissau’s President Umaro Sissoco Embaló allegedly orchestrated a fake coup after losing the November 2025 election. Facing imminent loss of power and possible prosecution, Embaló reportedly staged a sham overthrow with loyal soldiers, misleading the media and foreign observers. International missions, including AU and WAEF led by Goodluck Jonathan, already had verified election results showing the opposition won. As his plot collapsed, Embaló fled Senegal, while ECOWAS and Nigeria now protect President-elect Fernando Diaz. The piece calls for the coup plotters to step down and for Embaló to face trial for treason.

“I Saw It Coming” — Sunday Oliseh Speaks on the Current Struggles of the Super Eagles; Why He Resigned As the Team’s Coach, Reveals NFF Still Owes Him over N30 million in salary.

Former Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh, has revealed why he resigned from his position as Nigeria’s national team manager, stating that he foresaw the challenges that later unfolded within the team’s administration.

Speaking about his time in charge of the national team, Oliseh said he decided to step down after realizing that the system was not aligned with his vision and that efforts to bring about positive change were being resisted.

“I was coaching, and at one point, I saw what is happening now coming back then. I told my friends, including Rash, that it was coming. When I saw they didn’t want to follow the right path, I said, ‘Okay, I’m resigning,’” Oliseh said.

The former captain of the Super Eagles noted that he remains the only Nigerian coach to have voluntarily resigned from the position, adding that he is still being owed two months’ salary ,amounting to $26,000 by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).

Oliseh also disclosed that he has been urged by many to take legal action against the NFF, but he has refused out of patriotism, insisting that he would never take his country to an international court.

“People have invited me to take Nigeria to court, but I refused. I will not take my fatherland to a western court. Even if I win, the headlines will not say ‘Oliseh takes NFF to court,’ they will say ‘Oliseh takes Nigeria to court,’” he explained.

Oliseh served as the Super Eagles head coach between 2015 and 2016 before resigning, citing unpaid wages and poor working conditions.

Obidient Movement Denies Asking Jonathan to Abandon 2027 Presidential Ambition for Peter Obi

The Obidient Movement has dismissed reports claiming it appealed to former President Goodluck Jonathan to drop any plans of contesting the 2027 presidential election in favor of Mr. Peter Obi.

According to Independent News on Sunday, September 14, 2025, the National Coordinator of the movement, Dr. Yunusa Tanko, clarified in a conversation with Daily Independent that the claim was “misleading and inaccurate.”

Tanko explained that what the movement emphasized was the principle of reciprocity, pointing to Obi’s loyalty to Jonathan during a critical political moment in 2015.

“That report is false. We never asked former President Jonathan to step down for Peter Obi. What transpired was that I was asked to comment on Obi’s visit to Jonathan. I explained that they share a long-standing relationship and reminded people that Obi stood by Jonathan when others betrayed him. Therefore, it is only natural for Jonathan to reciprocate Obi’s gesture. At no time did I use the words ‘beg’ or ‘step down,’” Tanko stated.

He recalled that during Jonathan’s presidency, when he faced intense opposition and eventual defeat, many political heavyweights, including Rotimi Amaechi, worked against him. However, Obi remained steadfast in his support and refused to join the opposition’s campaign to oust Jonathan.

Tanko stressed that the Obidient Movement is not pressuring Jonathan, but rather calling for fairness and mutual respect. He added that as the 2027 elections draw closer, the movement believes Jonathan should naturally consider supporting Obi in recognition of his past loyalty.

Zamfara Governor Under Intense Pressure to Resign After Shocking Banditry Admissions.

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State is facing mounting pressure to step down following a viral video in which he admitted to knowing the locations of bandits plaguing the state but claimed he was powerless to act. The undated clip, spoken in Hausa, has sparked widespread outrage, with critics labeling the governor’s remarks as reckless and self-incriminating.

El-Rufai, a former Kaduna State Governor, spoke on Sunday, August 31, during an appearance on Sunday Politics, a Channels Television programme.

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai has stated that it will be impossible to fix Nigeria in four years.

Speaking on the issue, he urged former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, and former Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi not to make such promise.

El-Rufai, a former Kaduna State Governor, spoke on Sunday, August 31, during an appearance on Sunday Politics, a Channels Television programme.

Peter Obi previously stated that he would serve only one term if elected president in 2027, insisting that four years is enough to reset Nigeria.

Also, Rotimi Amaechi, a former Minister of Transportation, said he would be willing to serve just one term if he secures his party’s presidential ticket. He stated that he would step down after four years to promote rotation and stability.

Reacting to the claims, El-Rufai said that both men, having governed their respective states, should know that four years is not sufficient to deliver meaningful reforms.

“Now, on the question of people coming out and saying, I will do one term, I don’t think anyone believes that.

“I don’t think it is right. You should not constitutionally give up what is yours. And frankly, as someone who has been governor for eight years, and Amaechi and Peter Obi have both been governors, they know the time it takes to make meaningful change in government. Four years is not enough,” he said.

The former governor added that politicians who make such pledges often change their minds once they assume office.

“So, I want to appeal to everyone to stop making these commitments of ‘I will do four years’ or ‘I will do eight years’, because nobody believes you,” he added.

Oyo 2023: BASA Denies Stepping Down for Seyi Makinde, Says She Fought Till the End

Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant, Bolanle Aminat Sarumi-Aliyu (BASA), has dismissed speculations that she withdrew from the race to back Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, or any other contender.

In an interview with journalist Edmund Obilo, Sarumi-Aliyu described the claims as false and damaging to her political image.

“I did not step down for anybody. We need to get it straight. I did not step down for Governor Seyi Makinde. I did not step down for Adelabu. Nobody. I fought till the end,” she declared.

Explaining her loss, BASA pointed to a wave of last-minute withdrawals by other political heavyweights in favor of Makinde, which created the impression that she had also stepped down.

“Weeks before the election, all the political giants stepped down for Governor Seyi — Senator Lanlehin, Senator Sarafa. The rumor spread that everyone had joined him. My supporters from all 33 local governments started calling, asking if I had stepped down too. I told them I didn’t. But the rumor weakened my campaign,” she explained.

When asked why she refused to align with Makinde, Sarumi-Aliyu said her decision was based on personal conviction and her vision for Oyo State.

“I have my own mission. I have my own goals. I know that I will be the best governor in this country,” she boldly stated.

Morayo Afolabi-Brown Bids Farewell to TVC After 12 Remarkable Years on Your View

After over a decade of shaping conversations and empowering voices, Morayo Afolabi-Brown is set to step down as host of Your View on TVC Communications. Her departure, confirmed in a statement seen by Naija News, takes effect on Thursday, August 29.

Morayo has spent 12 transformative years leading the award-winning, all-female talk show that tackled social, political, and cultural issues across Nigeria. According to TVC, her decision to leave is to focus fully on a long-standing personal passion project.

In its official statement, TVC praised her incredible contribution:

> “Morayo’s decision to step down after 12 remarkable years as host of Your View is driven by her desire to pursue a long-held passion project... We celebrate her for the incredible impact she has made, not only on Your View, but also to millions of viewers across Nigeria and beyond.”


While her exit marks the end of a powerful era, Your View will continue to air, with TVC assuring viewers of its ongoing commitment to quality content.

The network urged the public and media to continue supporting Morayo as she embarks on this exciting new journey.

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Peter Obi gives condition to step down from 2027 presidential race.

According to Channels Television, former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has stated that he is willing to step down from the 2027 presidential race under a specific condition. Obi made it clear during an interview that he would only withdraw if a credible and issue-based coalition is formed—one that genuinely prioritizes good governance and the future of Nigeria. He emphasized that such a coalition must not be built on personal interests or power-sharing arrangements but on a shared vision for national development.


Obi, who ran for president in 2023 and came third, stressed that any alliance he joins must be people-focused, transparent, and driven by competence. He said he would not be part of any political merger simply for defeating the ruling party but would support any movement that aligns with his ideals of reducing poverty, tackling insecurity, and improving education and healthcare. For him, the interest of Nigeria must come before personal ambition.

The former Anambra State governor reaffirmed his readiness to contest the 2027 election if no such coalition emerges. He said his commitment remains to provide credible leadership and offer Nigerians a real alternative to the current system.

GANDUJE RESIGNS AS NATIONAL APC CHAIRMAN, GIVE REASONS.


Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has resigned from his position as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing health reasons for his decision.

The former Kano State governor announced on Friday that he needs to step down to focus on his well-being.

Following his resignation, the APC’s National Vice Chairman is expected to assume leadership in an acting capacity pending the party’s national convention scheduled for December.