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PDP, APC, and SDP React as 91 Groups Seek Registration of New Parties Amid Coalition Discussions
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed that it has received 91 applications from political groups seeking registration as new parties. This move comes as political parties prepare for the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The major political parties have weighed in on the surge of new applications. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) views the large number of applications as indicative of a lack of unity among opposition leaders. In contrast, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) considers it a sign of failure within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Meanwhile, the Labour Party (LP) expressed support for the influx of new applications, calling for thorough vetting by INEC to ensure that only legitimate parties are registered.
In response, the APC accused former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of masterminding the drive for new political parties, claiming that the effort would ultimately be futile, as the APC remains confident in its chances for the 2027 elections.
This development occurs amid allegations from opposition groups that INEC is deliberately obstructing the registration of new political parties ahead of the upcoming elections.
Salihu Lukman, a key figure in the opposition coalition and former National Vice Chairman of the APC (North-West), pointed out that parties which failed to secure seats in previous elections risk deregistration. Lukman also noted that many coalition members have been engaged in lengthy negotiations to form a unified opposition platform.
Lukman remarked, “INEC seems determined not to register new parties, frustrating applications for reasons unknown.”
Political Implications
On March 20, 2025, presidential contenders Atiku Abubakar (PDP), Peter Obi (Labour Party), and former Governor Nasir El-Rufai (Kaduna State) announced the formation of a coalition aimed at challenging President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
INEC’s Director of Voter Education and Publicity, Victoria Eta-Messi, assured the public that no applications had been rejected, confirming the receipt of 91 applications as of that date.
Timothy Osadolor, Deputy National Youth Leader of the PDP, emphasized that the opposition does not need multiple political parties to challenge the APC, but rather a strong, united platform. He criticized the surge in party applications as a waste of resources and a reflection of division among opposition leaders.
Support for New Parties
Ladipo Johnson, NNPP’s National Publicity Secretary, viewed the influx of new parties as a positive development that could strengthen the opposition. He noted that the move signals dissatisfaction with the APC and suggested that new parties could eventually join forces with established ones to form a stronger opposition.
Obiora Ifoh, National Publicity Secretary of the Labour Party, defended the right of political associations to seek registration, stating that the process should be inclusive and open to all groups that meet INEC’s criteria.
Mark Adebayo, spokesman for the Coalition of United Political Parties, criticized efforts to limit the number of political parties, arguing that a healthy democracy requires diverse participation. He pointed to the US and UK, which have numerous political parties despite the dominance of a few. He warned that refusing to register new parties could entrench the APC’s hold on power and stifle competition.
SDP’s Perspective
Rufus Aiyenigba, the National Publicity Secretary of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), acknowledged that while the number of parties may not matter, the focus should be on reforming the electoral system to ensure its integrity.
APC’s Response
Bala Ibrahim, APC’s Publicity Director, dismissed the surge in party registrations as an effort by unsuccessful politicians to maintain relevance. He particularly criticized Atiku Abubakar’s attempts to register new parties, dismissing them as futile and ultimately unsuccessful.
He said, “These attempts are nothing more than movements without any real change. The APC continues to grow in strength and support, and these new parties won’t challenge that.”
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Betrayal Exposed? Faction Demands Police Probe Into Fraudulent Leadership Claims Sent To INEC!.
The legal firm Ogbeide Associates, representing a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has submitted a petition to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, requesting a formal investigation into PDP secretary Samuel Anyanwu and factional National Chairman Abdulrahman Mohammed.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Key aspects of the petition include:
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Allegations of False Representation: The petition challenges a November 3, 2025, letter sent to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) which falsely claimed that the PDP National Working Committee (NWC) had replaced acting national chairman Ambassador Umar Iliya Damagum with Mohammed.
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Contradictory NWC Records: Petitioners assert that the NWC’s November 1, 2025, emergency meeting actually resulted in the suspension of Anyanwu and three other officers due to alleged anti-party activities, and no record exists to support the claim that Damagum was suspended or Mohammed appointed.
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Legal Precedents: The lawyers referenced an October 10, 2024, Federal High Court judgment that recognizes Damagum as the acting national chairman and prohibits INEC from accepting documents without his signature. Furthermore, they noted that the Court of Appeal upheld the NWC’s suspension of Anyanwu on March 9, 2026.
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Call for Institutional Review: The petitioners have requested that the IGP investigate how INEC processed the contested November 3 letter despite being aware of the existing court orders and the NWC’s official resolutions.
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Stated Objective: Counsel for the petitioner emphasized that the action is intended to address the integrity of public institutions and prevent the use of misleading internal party documentation, noting their readiness to provide supporting court judgments and party records to the police.
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The Drama Of 2026! Turkey Goes Home Fighting While Ivory Coast And Australia Advance to Knockouts!
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Turkey vs. USA: Despite Turkey securing a dramatic 3-2 victory—their first World Cup win since 2002—they were eliminated from the tournament. The USA, despite the loss, qualified for the Round of 32 and is set to face Bosnia-Herzegovina on July 2.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Ivory Coast’s Historic Qualification: Ivory Coast advanced to the knockout stage for the first time in their history after defeating Curacao 2-0, with Nicolas Pepe scoring both goals. This result secured them second place in Group E with six points.
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Australia and Paraguay: Australia qualified for the Round of 32 as Group D runners-up following a 0-0 draw with Paraguay. Paraguay’s result keeps them in contention to progress as one of the best third-placed teams.
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Sweden and Japan: Sweden earned a 1-1 draw against Japan, with Anthony Elanga’s strike securing them a spot in the knockout stage as one of the best third-place finishers. Japan advanced as the runners-up of Group F.
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Netherlands vs. Tunisia: The Netherlands defeated Tunisia 3-1, confirming their position at the top of Group F. The Dutch will face Morocco in the next round, while Tunisia was eliminated after failing to earn a point in their three group matches.
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Police Declare War On ‘Keyboard Warriors’! Threaten Crackdown On Spreaders Of Fake Security News!.
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has issued a stern warning to media professionals, social media users, and the general public, advising against the dissemination of unverified information that could jeopardize national security and active operations by security agencies.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Need for Discretion: Force Public Relations Officer, Iniedu Anietie Okokon, emphasized that the sensitivity of security operations requires restraint and discretion rather than the sharing of misleading or unverified details.
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Operational Silence: Okokon stated that he prefers maintaining “operational silence” to prevent the spread of false information.
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Criticism of “Keyboard Warriors”: The spokesperson criticized “keyboard warriors” for commenting on complex security matters without understanding the realities of tactical deployments and strategic operations.
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Impact on Security: Such uninformed commentary can distort public perception and undermine efforts to combat crime.
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Media Responsibility: Okokon urged journalists and content creators to act responsibly and avoid allowing their platforms to be used to propagate subversive ideologies or dissident narratives.
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Call for Verification: Given the rapid spread of unverified information online, the police have reaffirmed their commitment to public safety and urged all Nigerians to verify facts before sharing them.
The Force further noted that many critics fail to acknowledge the daily sacrifices made by police officers in their mission to safeguard citizens’ lives and property.
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