Following his recent primary victory, African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has initiated the process of selecting a running mate for the upcoming 2027 general election. Although Atiku secured the party’s nomination amid objections from fellow contenders Rotimi Amaechi and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, he has publicly urged both men to unite with him to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Despite these overtures, reports indicate that neither Amaechi nor Hayatu-Deen is currently being considered for the vice-presidential position. Instead, focus has shifted toward the South-East region, a zone viewed by party insiders as a strategic political ally. Emeka Ihedioha, the former governor of Imo State, has emerged as a leading candidate for the role. Ihedioha is noted for his loyalty to the party and his significant efforts in securing regional support for Atiku during the primaries, unlike many others who defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

Conversely, concerns persist regarding Amaechi’s political influence, with sources suggesting that his lack of firm control over his home state, Rivers, and the broader South-South region makes his selection a strategic risk. Regarding the selection timeline, Atiku’s Special Adviser, Paul Ibe, confirmed that the party is actively consulting to finalize its ticket in accordance with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) schedule. While Ibe dismissed the likelihood of Amaechi being selected, he remained non-committal regarding Ihedioha’s candidacy, stating only that consultations remain ongoing.

If you are looking to exchange currency, here are the rates for the black market (parallel market) as of Saturday, May 30, 2026. Please be aware that these figures are based on reports from Bureau De Change (BDC) sources.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• • Parallel Market (Black Market) Rates: In the Lagos parallel market, the selling rate for a dollar is ₦1384, while the buying rate is ₦1376.

  • Official CBN Rates: The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not officially recognize parallel market transactions and advises individuals to conduct all foreign exchange activities through their commercial banks. For reference, the official CBN rates on this date ranged from a high of ₦1375 to a low of ₦1372.

  Important Disclaimer Please keep in mind that actual market rates for buying or selling foreign exchange can fluctuate and may differ from the figures provided in this report.

During a luncheon hosted by the Rainbow Coalition in Port Harcourt this Saturday, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike challenged Rivers State residents to honestly compare the benefits the state received under previous administrations with the gains achieved in less than three years under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership. Highlighting the federal appointments and developmental projects secured under the current administration, Wike affirmed that Rivers State remains committed to supporting President Tinubu. He urged citizens to look past ethnic or sectional interests, arguing that political decisions should be based solely on track records of good governance and development.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶