• Potential Final Bid: Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi stated that the 2027 election might be his last run for the presidency [cite: NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi, said the 2027 presidential election may be his final attempt to become Nigeria’s president., The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has indicated that the 2027 presidential election could be his final attempt to become Nigeria’s president.].....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• • Focus on Youth and Age: During a Sunday night interview on Channels Television, he explained that his future political trajectory will be guided by his age and the importance of making room for younger leaders [cite: Obi, speaking on Channels Television on Sunday night, said age and the need to give younger Nigerians space will shape his future decisions., Naija News reports that Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, made the disclosure during an interview on Channels Television on Sunday night, saying age and the need to create space for younger Nigerians would influence his future political decisions.].

  • Future Considerations: Obi noted that while his decision to run post-2027 hinges on the upcoming election’s winner, he acknowledges the demanding physical and mental energy required for the role, keeping in mind that he will be 68 or 69 years old [cite: He said the choice to run again after 2027 depends on who wins, adding he would be 68 or 69 in 2027 and may lack energy later., Asked whether he would consider another presidential bid after 2027, Obi said the decision would depend largely on the outcome of the election., The NDC flagbearer said the physical and mental demands of the presidency were factors he could not ignore as he grew older.].

• Shift to Production: Peter Obi emphasized that Nigeria must transition from a consumption-led model to one rooted in agriculture, manufacturing, small businesses, and active production to successfully alleviate poverty and grow the GDP [cite: NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi, said he will shift Nigeria from a consumption-driven economy to one built on production, agriculture, manufacturing and small businesses., The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has outlined a plan to move Nigeria away from what he described as a consumption-driven economy to one anchored on production, agriculture, manufacturing and small businesses., “The only way to pull Nigeria out of poverty, or even genuinely grow GDP, is through production, not consumption. That production starts with agriculture, which gives you the food you need, raw materials for your factories, and jobs. That’s a win-win,” he said.].....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• • Agricultural Potential vs. Oil: He stated that farming and agro-processing can surpass crude oil earnings, pointing out that countries like the Netherlands generate over €120 billion annually from agricultural exports, while Bangladesh yields 15–16 million tonnes of rice despite having a smaller landmass [cite: Peter Obi said Nigeria can beat oil earnings through farming and agro-processing, citing Netherlands’ €120bn yearly exports and Bangladesh’s 15–16 million tonnes rice output., Obi compared Nigeria with Bangladesh, saying the Asian country had achieved significantly higher rice output despite having a smaller land area., “The Netherlands earns over €120 billion, about $130 billion, from agricultural exports every year. That’s three times what we earn from oil,” Obi said.].

  • Crucial Role of Security: Restoring safety to rural landscapes like Niger State and transforming the Sambisa Forest into a productive zone are vital steps to reviving the agricultural sector [cite: Peter Obi said security must return to rural areas like Niger State and Sambisa, while government backs private sector with cheaper credit than 35 per cent rates., Obi, however, said agricultural expansion would depend heavily on restoring security in rural communities., “Niger State today is virtually occupied by terrorists, yet it has vast, fertile, cultivable land. If you put resources behind it, you can turn it around,” he said., He also referred to the Sambisa Forest, saying the area should eventually be transformed from a symbol of insecurity into an economically productive zone.].

  • Empowering Small Businesses: Obi criticized the current prohibitive lending environment, noting that businesses cannot thrive with interest rates reaching 35 percent, and called for government-backed financing and infrastructure support [cite: Peter Obi said security must return to rural areas like Niger State and Sambisa, while government backs private sector with cheaper credit than 35 per cent rates., “How can you run a small business with no government support, no training, and interest rates at 35 per cent? It’s impossible,” he said.].

  • Gradual Implementation: He ruled out an immediate ban on food imports, favoring a gradual transition that builds domestic capacity first, while instilling public hope through visible and progressive leadership [cite: “Not without first building up local production and employment,” he said., Obi acknowledged that the transition to a production-led economy would take time but said Nigerians needed to see clear evidence that the country was moving in the right direction., Obi added, “What drives a process is hope; hope gives people faith.”].

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has resolved its primary election disputes and successfully uploaded details for 27 of its 28 governorship candidates—alongside their running mates—to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the August 8 submission deadline. Additionally, the party has finalized approximately 60 percent of its state House of Assembly candidates.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• North-East Outstanding Slot: One state in the North-East remains pending due to the need to replace a serving deputy governor who reached their two-term limit. Stakeholders are meeting in Abuja to finalize the choice.

• Kwara State: Speaker Yakubu Danladi Salihu emerged as the candidate, overcoming pushback from major aspirants including Senators Salihu Mustapha, Oyelola Ashiru, and Umar Sadiq Suleiman.

• Oyo State: Senator Sharafadeen Alli and running mate Adesoji Adedeji were confirmed after resolving internal disputes raised by former Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu.

• Adamawa State: Former PTDF Executive Secretary Ahmed Tijani Galadima secured the ticket, with initial friction between Governor Ahmadu Fintiri’s camp and supporters of Nuhu Ribadu now resolved.

• Bauchi State: Former Governor Mohammed Abubakar clinched the ticket, overcoming major fallout that included the defection of runner-up Senator Shehu Umar Buba to the PDP.

Confirmed APC Governorship Candidates