The presidency has criticized Arise Television for allegedly displaying clear bias and favorable treatment toward Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Daniel Bwala, the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, asserted on social media that while the station’s anchors maintain aggressive or critical stances regarding other political figures, their demeanor toward Obi resembles subordinates counseling a principal rather than objective journalism. Bwala further claimed that the media outlet deliberately avoids airing any damaging or trending negative reports concerning Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Meanwhile, African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has fired a separate political salvo directed at Peter Obi and his 2023 running mate, Datti Baba-Ahmed. Sowore’s remarks followed recent statements by Baba-Ahmed expressing doubt over whether major political figures, including Obi and former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, possess the capacity to fix Nigeria. Sowore argued that Baba-Ahmed’s critique merely reflects insights he gathered firsthand while working closely alongside the former Anambra State governor during their 2023 Labour Party campaign.

In a significant political crossover event ahead of the 2027 general election, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), was present in Abuja on Monday for the inauguration of the campaign office of Seyi Makinde, the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The ceremony, which took place in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), saw Obi seated alongside prominent APM leadership, including Bauchi State Governor and APM National Leader, Bala Mohammed.

Addressing the gathering, Governor Mohammed issued a strong caution to rival political parties, insisting they should not underestimate the electoral capability of the APM or its presidential flagbearer, Seyi Makinde. Mohammed framed the party’s entry into the race as a mission to fundamentally alter the course of governance in Nigeria.

“Whoever disregards us does so at their own peril,” Mohammed stated. “We are here to reset Nigeria, and we are presenting one of the finest human capital assets that Nigeria has produced at both sub-national and national levels—that is Makinde.”

Mohammed lauded Makinde’s track record and administrative experience as ideal preparation for the presidency, citing his achievements in Oyo State—particularly in resource management and urban renewal—as evidence of his capability. He urged Nigerians to view the APM’s presidential ambition with seriousness as the 2027 campaign season intensifies.

Senator Shehu Buba, representing Bauchi South Senatorial District and former chairman of the Senate Committee on National Security and Intelligence, has strongly refuted ongoing allegations connecting him to banditry, dismissing viral social media claims and videos as a deliberate campaign to tarnish his reputation. The controversy was reignited by content creator D English Alhaji, featuring an interview with an individual named Hassan who accused the lawmaker of supporting bandits and alleged that associates of wanted bandit leader Dogo Gide were brought to Abuja for special training through one of the senator’s aides.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Releasing a statement on Sunday, Buba challenged the validity of the claims, maintained that he has no aide by the cited name, and called on security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation, emphasizing that viral videos do not substitute for proper evidentiary standards. He noted that he previously chose to remain silent due to the sensitive nature of his former security oversight role, but stressed that political opposition should never cross into character assassination and fabrication. Furthermore, the senator asserted that Nigeria cannot overcome its security challenges through military might alone, arguing that lasting stability depends heavily on earning the trust of vulnerable communities rather than resorting to blackmail and unsubstantiated allegations.