Nigeria's July 29, 2025 Highlights

The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission has affirmed its dedication to conducting free and fair local government elections on August 30, 2025, in all 23 local government areas.

Dr Ijomah Arodiogbu, the Southeast zonal chairman of the All Progressives Congress, predicts that the party will win the Anambra state governorship election scheduled for November 8.

The South East Zone of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) anticipates two current governors from the region joining the party before the 2027 elections.

The South East Renewed Hope Agenda (SERHA) is urging support for President Bola Tinubu's second term bid, citing recent infrastructure approvals for the South East as a key reason.

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has banned former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai from the party for 30 years following allegations of falsely representing his membership and promoting other parties.

The Bayelsa State Government has declared the suspension of the head of Ikebiri Community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area unlawful and established a panel to investigate the matter.

Former All Progressives Congress National Vice Chairman Lukman advises the interim leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) against imposing leadership and engaging in godfatherism as they prepare for the 2027 elections.

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State expressed confidence that President Tinubu's popularity among Nigerian governors makes his reelection bid in 2027 unlikely to face opposition.

Former Borno State Governor Ali Modu Sheriff stressed the importance of regional collaboration with Cameroon, Chad, and Niger to effectively combat Boko Haram, emphasizing that the insurgency transcends state borders.

Musa Idris Ubandoma, a Fulani man from Plateau State, expressed controversial conditions for peace in the state, stating that a Fulani Muslim deputy governor, increased support for Muslims, and financial assistance for religious pilgrimages are essential.

Senator Lukman urged members of the ADC party to resist potential imposition of candidates and god-fatherism, emphasizing the importance of internal democracy within the party.

The Northern Governors' Forum praised President Tinubu's commitment to fulfilling his campaign promises, noting his administration's efforts to stabilize the country and improve livelihoods despite economic hurdles.