The Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC), headed by Kalu Umeh (SAN), has scheduled September 30 to deliver its ruling in a professional misconduct case involving a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Ikechukwu Ezechukwu, alongside lawyers Smart Ukpanah and Hope Onyekwere.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Prominent political figures—including Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, former Ekiti State Governor Kayode Fayemi, and former Osun State Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola—met with former President Olusegun Obasanjo at his residence in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Sunday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The gathering took place against the backdrop of intensifying political consultations and realignments as the country looks toward the upcoming general election. Governor Makinde shared details of the visit on social media, noting that the conversation revolved around critical national matters and upcoming electoral processes, while expressing gratitude for the former president’s guidance.

While specific details of the private meeting remain undisclosed, the cross-party attendance has fueled speculation regarding potential new alliances. Makinde, whose second term as governor is drawing to a close, previously announced his presidential bid under the Allied Peoples Movement following a joint event in Ibadan, criticizing current governance and calling for a national reset.

The 2027 presidential landscape features several key contenders, including incumbent President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress, and Peter Obi of the Nigeria Democratic Congress.

The meeting has drawn heightened interest due to the diverse political affiliations of the attendees, with Oyinlola representing the Peoples Democratic Party and Fayemi belonging to the APC. Meanwhile, former President Obasanjo has yet to officially endorse a candidate for the upcoming race, though he continues to be a central figure in ongoing political discussions and recent public debates involving other key political leaders.

The PDP faction loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike stated that INEC’s publication of its presidential ticket has dispelled doubts about the party participating in the 2027 elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Ticket Confirmation: Senator Sandy Ojang Onor and Alhaji Babangida Umar were officially listed as the presidential candidate and running mate, respectively.

• Disproving Speculation: The faction noted that this development puts an end to claims that leadership crises would prevent the party from fielding a candidate.

• Appreciation for Institutions: The group commended INEC, the judiciary, and security agencies for adhering to the rule of law.

• Call for Unity: Reaffirming its commitment to internal cohesion, the faction reached out to aggrieved members and welcomed new defectors.

• Rival Faction Setback: This publication serves as a setback for the rival faction led by Tanimu Turaki (SAN), which had backed former President Goodluck Jonathan.