May 2026 – Page 193 – Rise Africa

I’ll Defeat Bala Mohammed’s Imposed Candidate, Says PDP Aspirant

09.05.2026

A Bauchi State Governorship aspirant on the platform of the Nyesom Wike-backed People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Usman Adamu has boasted that he would defeat any candidate of the outgoing Governor of the state, Senator Bala Mohammed would be supporting. Governor Mohammed who has left the PDP to Allied People’s Movement (APM), was until his...

SDP Picks Adebayo As Presidential Candidate

09.05.2026

…Warns Against ‘One Man Rule’ The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has elected Prince Adewole Adebayo as its presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 general elections. Adebayo emerged following his unanimous adoption at the party’s national convention held in Bauchi on Saturday. Adebayo, who was the sole aspirant for the party’s presidential ticket, was elected by...

Traditional Rulers Key Partners In Governance, Grassroots Devt — Tinubu

09.05.2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to restoring the relevance of traditional institutions in Nigeria’s governance structure, describing monarchs as indispensable partners in promoting peace, security, and grassroots development across the country. Tinubu stated this on Saturday during the final farewell and reception held in honour of the late Oba Sikiru Kayode...

Manchester United Extend Unbeaten Run After Goalless Stalemate

09.05.2026

Sunderland A.F.C. and Manchester United played out a tense 0-0 draw at the Stadium of Light on Saturday as both sides settled for a point in an evenly contested Premier League encounter. The result stretched United’s unbeaten league run to four matches, while Sunderland recorded consecutive draws as they continued to frustrate opponents with another disciplined...

Kwankwaso Backs Southern Presidency, Rallies Nigerians At NDC Convention

09.05.2026

Former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has called for national unity and political renewal, backing the zoning of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential ticket to the South ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking at the NDC National Convention held in Saturday in Abuja, Kwankwaso described Nigeria as being at a critical crossroads. He...

APC Screens Tinubu’s Rival As Aspirant Backs Party Decision On Primaries

09.05.2026

…Says he will abide by the consensus if adopted The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Saturday screened one of the presidential aspirants contesting against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Osifo Stanley, amid growing indications that the ruling party may adopt a consensus arrangement ahead of its 2027 presidential primary. Osifo appeared before the party’s screening committee...

APC Clears Hamzat For Lagos Guber Race Ahead Of Primaries

09.05.2026

Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat on Saturday secured clearance from the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Screening Committee ahead of the party’s primaries for the 2027 election. Speaking after appearing before the screening panel in Abuja, Hamzat expressed gratitude for receiving a clean bill of approval. The APC consensus candidate emphasized that his aspiration...

Tinubu Has Put Nigeria On Path Of Recovery, Says Gov Eno After APC Screening

09.05.2026

…Vows to consolidate tourism, infrastructure drive in second term Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State on Saturday declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has placed Nigeria on the path of recovery and stability, insisting that there is “Light at the end of the tunnel” despite current economic challenges. Governor Eno spoke in Abuja shortly...

Nation-Building, A Collective Responsibility – Dangote

09.05.2026

Africa’s richest businessman, Aliko Dangote has called on Nigerians, irrespective of their social, tribe or political inclination, to take their own part in nation building, saying the responsibility of building the nation should not be left to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu alone. Dangote made this call, while speaking at the book launch ceremony to mark...

Ebuka Onunkwo Dumps APGA Joins NDC Ahead Of Senatorial Poll

09.05.2026

Former Senatorial aspirant of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) for Anambra South District, Chief Ebuka Onunkwo has joined the National Democratic Coalition (NDC) in pursuit of his Senatorial ambition. Onunkwo who contested the primary elections of APGA last year to fill the vacant seat of his District due to the death of Sen Ifeanyi...