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22/08/2026

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On behalf of Enowem Media Network, we say Congratulations 🎉

Olusegun Dada, Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, has accepted his appointment as Director, New Media, for the 2027 APC Presidential Campaign Council a role he also held during the 2022/2023 campaign.

Announcing his acceptance, Dada said:
"New Media is now central to how people communicate, engage, and participate in public discourse,"
pledging to strengthen the party’s digital presence ahead of the January 2027 election.

He joins a broader campaign structure led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Chairman, with former Zamfara Governor Sen. Abdulaziz Yari as Director-General and Imo Governor Hope Uzodimma as Secretary.

With Dada’s return, the APC is expected to double down on digital mobilisation, online engagement, and grassroots messaging across all platforms as the 2027 race gathers momentum.

Congratulations: Olusegun Dada

22/08/2026

2027: Tinubu Names Yari Campaign DG, Oshiomhole Deputy DG for Mobilisation
By Owen Enemari
August 20, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed former Zamfara State Governor and Senator Abdulaziz Abubakar Yari as the Director-General of his 2027 presidential re-election campaign.

The appointment is part of the President’s early preparations for the 2027 general elections and is expected to strengthen the coordination, mobilisation and administrative structure of the campaign ahead of intensive political activities.

Key Appointments Announced
In a major shake-up of the campaign structure, the President also named Senator Adams Oshiomhole, former APC National Chairman and former Governor of Edo State, as Deputy Director-General in charge of Mobilisation.

Oshiomhole is expected to play a central role in coordinating the mobilisation of party members, supporters and political stakeholders across the country as the ruling party works to consolidate its structures.

The President’s Chief of Staff has been appointed Deputy Director-General in charge of Administration, with responsibility for coordinating the campaign’s administrative machinery and ensuring effective implementation of decisions.

Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State was named Secretary of the campaign council. His appointment is expected to strengthen coordination with state-level political structures, particularly in the South-East and other parts of the country.

Other appointments include:
- APC National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Bashiru — Deputy Secretary
- Hadiza Bala-Usman — Assistant Secretary

Experience and Strategic Roles
Yari, a former two-term governor and former senator, is expected to provide strategic leadership to the campaign organisation, drawing on his experience in party politics, governance and grassroots mobilisation.

His emergence as DG places him at the centre of the President’s campaign machinery, with responsibility for coordinating the various components of the campaign council toward achieving the APC’s electoral objectives.

Oshiomhole’s mobilisation role will focus on strengthening the party’s grassroots network, engaging party leaders and supporters, and ensuring effective mobilisation across the federation.

The inclusion of Uzodimma, Bashiru and Bala-Usman in the secretariat is expected to provide administrative and organisational support for the council.

Early Start for 2027
The appointments underscore the importance the Tinubu administration and the APC attach to early preparation for the 2027 presidential election.

The campaign is expected to focus on presenting the administration’s record in office, consolidating its support base, and mobilising Nigerians ahead of the poll.

With political parties and aspirants beginning to intensify preparations, the APC says it will deploy its national, state and grassroots structures in support of President Tinubu’s re-election bid.

The newly appointed officials are expected to work closely with the APC leadership, governors, National Assembly members, party stakeholders and grassroots organisations to build a coordinated national campaign.

The President’s re-election bid is expected to be one of the major political contests of the 2027 general elections, with the APC seeking to retain the presidency and consolidate its position as the ruling party.

20/08/2026

2027: Daniel Onjeh Withdraws Support for Tinubu, Gov. Alia, Meets Kwankwaso
By Owen Enemari
August 20, 2026

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, an All Progressives Congress, APC, aspirant for the Benue South Senatorial District, Daniel Onjeh, has announced his withdrawal of support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia.

Onjeh made the announcement on Thursday while sharing footage of his recent meeting with the vice-presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabiu Kwankwaso.

Political Realignment in Benue South
The former Senatorial candidate said his decision followed consultations with stakeholders across the 9 LGAs of Benue South, also known as Zone C.

While he did not immediately declare for another party, the meeting with Kwankwaso, a prominent opposition figure and leader of the NDC, has fueled speculation of a possible defection ahead of 2027.

Implications for APC in Benue South

Onjeh’s withdrawal comes at a time when political realignments are intensifying across the country ahead of the next general elections.

Both President Tinubu and Governor Alia are leaders of the APC at the federal and state levels respectively. Onjeh’s open break with them is expected to reshape calculations in Benue South, where the APC and opposition parties are already mobilizing.

As at press time, there has been no official reaction from the APC in Benue State or from the offices of President Tinubu and Governor Alia.

The 2027 general elections are scheduled to hold in February 2027.

20/08/2026

2027: Why Hon. Philip Agbese Remains "Okanga" The Drum Beat of Enone
By Owen Enemari
August 20, 2026

As preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum, constituents of Ado, Okpokwu and Ogbadibo LGAs collectively known as Enone Federal Constituency have described their representative, Hon. Chief Philip Agbese, as the standard-bearer for grassroots politics.

To the people, he is not just a lawmaker. He is "Okanga", the drum beat of Ado. The Okanga Movement, supporters say, is today the strongest political grassroots structure in Enone.

Redefining Representation
Hon. Agbese, a member of the 10th National Assembly, has been credited with redefining what representative democracy means in Enone through what his supporters call "deep rooted inclusivity."

"Youths, women, traditional rulers, artisans and people living with disabilities all have a seat at his table. Decisions that affect Enone are taken with everyone carried along," a statement from his supporters said.

From Slogans to Action
The Okanga team insists that the lawmaker’s love for the grassroots is not sloganeering, but action.

Through skills acquisition programs, agricultural support, and direct empowerment, rural dwellers have been moved from dependency to economic independence.

"They are building their own future because their representative believed in them," the statement noted.

Voice in the 10th Assembly
In Abuja, Hon. Agbese has not been silent. His contributions on motions, bills, and oversight have helped reshape contemporary legislative frameworks in Nigeria.

From defending the interests of rural communities in national budgets, to speaking on security, education, and economic reforms, he has earned respect beyond Benue.

"That is why, even outside Benue, he is respected as a lawmaker who understands that laws must translate to life on the ground," the statement added.

2027: Call to Resist "Merchants of Distraction"
With 2027 approaching, the Okanga Movement warned against "political jobbers and merchants of distraction" who only appear during election season.

"Resist those who only appear during elections," the group urged Enone voters.

They declared Hon. Chief Philip Agbese remains the best choice for the Enone 2027 House of Representatives seat.

"He has shown capacity. He has shown inclusivity. He has shown results."

19/08/2026

Ukum Attack: Obekpa Demands Urgent Action, Says Benue is "Tired of Counting Bodies"
By Owen Enemari
August 19, 2026

Former APC Governorship Aspirant in Benue State, Arc. Anthony Obekpa Ejeh, has condemned the latest attack in Ukum Local Government Area, describing it as "baric and heartbreaking."

In a statement on Tuesday, Obekpa said the attack is "yet another painful reminder of the worsening security situation in Benue State."

"We Are Tired of Counting Bodies"
The former aspirant said residents have grown weary of burying victims and receiving condolence messages after each incident.

“Residents have grown tired of counting bodies and receiving condolence messages,” Obekpa said.
“Government must move from reaction to prevention.”

Call for Proactive Security Operations
He urged security agencies to intensify operations across the state and ensure no community remains under the control of bandits.

“I urge the security agents to intensify operations and ensure no part of Benue remains under bandit control,” he stated.

Obekpa called on both federal and state governments to take decisive steps to protect lives and property, stressing that the people of Benue deserve to live without fear.

The Ukum attack is the latest in a series of violent incidents that have plagued Benue communities in recent months, raising fresh concerns about rural security ahead of the 2027 general elections.

19/08/2026

Umahi’s Son Campaigns for Ohaozara LG Chairmanship in Ebonyi
By Owen Enemari
August 18, 2026

The All Progressives Congress, APC, chairmanship candidate for Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Osborn Umahi, has rallied supporters ahead of the August 22, 2026 local government election.

Osborn Umahi, son of the Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi, led the campaign in Ohaozara on Monday, August 17, as supporters gathered at the St Margaret Umahi Pavilion, Uburu, to declare support for his candidacy.

Rallying Grassroots Support
Umahi had earlier obtained the APC nomination and expression-of-interest forms to contest the Ohaozara chairmanship election and subsequently emerged as the party’s candidate.

According to a statement signed by the Minister of Works’ Senior Special Assistant on Media, Francis Nwaze, the gathering demonstrated growing support for Umahi’s ambition.

“The people of Ohaozara Local Government Area have demonstrated strong support and enthusiasm for the emergence of their young and vibrant son, Engr. Osborn Umahi, as a new generation of leadership,” the statement said.

It added that the campaign was “widely seen as a strong demonstration of the growing acceptability of Engr. Umahi across the council area.”

Profile: Engineer, Financial Expert
Umahi was described as an engineer, financial expert and seasoned leader, with a combination of engineering expertise, financial knowledge, leadership experience and broad exposure.

The statement said these qualities had positioned him to provide “purposeful and responsive leadership” if elected.

“For many of those present, the campaign was not simply about political mobilisation. It was an expression of confidence in one of Ohaozara’s own and a statement of expectation for a new chapter of leadership,” the statement noted.

The campaign also highlighted Umahi’s connection to the local government and presented his candidacy as an opportunity for a new generation of leadership in Ohaozara.

Focus Shifts to Victory
As the election draws closer, attention has shifted from the candidate’s acceptability to securing victory at the polls.

“As the August 22 election draws closer, the focus now shifts from acceptability to victory at the polls. The massive support witnessed at the campaign, supporters say, must be translated into votes on Saturday,” the statement said.

The Ebonyi State local government election is scheduled to hold on Saturday, August 22, 2026 across the 13 LGAs of the state.

16/08/2026

Osun 2026: Shina Rambo Hails Voters, Says Election is "Reference Point for 2027"
By Owen Enemari
August 15, 2026

Adeshina Adeleke, popularly known as Shina Rambo, first son of Governor Ademola Adeleke, has thanked Osun voters for turning out "en masse" to re-elect his father for a second term.

Shina Rambo spoke to newsmen at the Adeleke family country home in Ede shortly after the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, declared the results of Saturday’s governorship election.

Gratitude to Voters and President Tinubu
He commended the electorate for exercising their franchise peacefully.

“I thank the Osun people for electing my father for the second term,” he said.

The governor’s son also appreciated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for not interfering in the electoral process.

“He also thanked Mr. President for not interfering in the electoral process. He said he wanted it free and fair,” Shina Rambo stated.

"Reference Point for 2027"
Describing the conduct of the poll, he said the election would serve as a benchmark for future polls.

“This is a reference point for 2027 election,” he noted.

Second-Term Promises
Speaking on the administration’s priorities, Shina Rambo said his father remains committed to upgrading all sectors of the state economy.

He added that one of the immediate commitments is to clear pension arrears.

“My father is committed to upgrade all sectors. He promised to pay pensioners up to date,” he said.

He expressed optimism that the re-election would boost investor confidence in the state.

“People will come to invest in Osun State,” he added.

INEC had declared Governor Ademola Adeleke winner of the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election.

16/08/2026

Osun Poll: Adeleke’s Son, Shina Rambo, Thanks Voters, Says Osun Election a Reference Point for 2027

By Owen Enemari
August 16, 2026

Adeshina Adeleke, popularly known as Shina Rambo, first son of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, has thanked voters for coming out en masse to elect his father for a second term.

Shina Rambo spoke to newsmen at the Adeleke family country home in Ede shortly after the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, declared the results of Saturday’s governorship election.

"Thank You Osun People"
He expressed appreciation to the electorate for turning out to vote for the candidate of their choice.

“I thank the Osun people for electing my father for the second term,” he said.

Commends President Tinubu, INEC
The governor’s son also thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for not interfering in the electoral process.

“He said he wanted it free and fair,” Shina Rambo stated, adding that the conduct of the election should serve as a reference point ahead of the 2027 general election.

Promises on Governance
Speaking on his father’s second-term agenda, he said the governor remains committed to upgrading all sectors of the state.

He further promised that the administration would pay pensioners up to date and create an enabling environment for investment.

“People will come to invest in Osun State,” he said.

INEC had earlier declared Governor Ademola Adeleke winner of the Osun State governorship election held on Saturday, August 15, 2026.

15/08/2026

Osun Poll: EU Observers Record 323 Electoral Offenses, 130 Cases of Vote Trading

By Owen Enemari
August 15, 2026

The European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria, EU-SDGN Election Observation Hub, has recorded 323 cases of electoral offenses and irregularities in polling units monitored across Osun State as voting continued on Saturday, August 15, 2026.

The Hub issued a preliminary briefing covering developments up to 12 noon, based on reports from its 823 accredited observers deployed across the 30 Local Government Areas of the state.

Breakdown of Irregularities
According to the observation hub, which comprises CDD, IPC, NWTF, TAF Africa, The Kukah Centre and Yiaga Africa, the incidents recorded included:
130 cases of vote trading
85 cases involving exposure of ballot papers
40 cases of voter impersonation
38 cases of campaigning at polling units
31 cases of obstruction of voters
28 cases of inducement of polling and security officials
12 cases of multiple voting
7 cases of misconduct by election officials

The assessment was conducted using a “triangulated election observation methodology” combining systematic, statistical and technology-driven tools. The methodology covered election integrity, security, disability inclusion, gender participation, peacebuilding, misinformation, media access, and results validation.

Poll Opening and BVAS Performance
The Hub said voting was taking place in 3,763 polling units across Osun with 15 candidates contesting on the platforms of 15 political parties.

Out of the 823 polling units where observers were deployed:
- Polling officials arrived with complete complements of sensitive and non-sensitive materials in 726 units
- The full complement of officials and materials were present in 608 units

Most polling units opened between 7:30 and 8:00 a.m. 75 units opened between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m., while 42 opened between 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.
Il “One polling unit was yet to open as at 11.00 a.m. due to non-arrival of election personnel and materials,” the statement said.

On the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System, BVAS, the observers said 58 devices, representing 7.9% of those observed, malfunctioned. However, 77% of the affected devices were subsequently rectified, allowing accreditation to resume.

Voter turnout was described as impressive, with voting generally peaceful and orderly.

Security Incidents Recorded
The Hub reported the deployment of security personnel to polling units, with most demonstrating professional conduct.

However, it raised concerns over 38 security incidents recorded as at 12 noon, including:
- 25 reported cases of thuggery
- 12 attacks on election officials
- 9 cases of voter intimidation by security personnel

Women and PWDs Participation
The observers described the process as relatively inclusive.
Women’s turnout was estimated at about 50% in polling units observed.
More than 70% of persons with disabilities reportedly turned up to vote in the 12 designated PWD polling units monitored.
Women also constituted 36% of polling officials and played significant roles as party polling agents.

Vote Buying and Misinformation
The Hub identified vote trading as one of the major irregularities, with 130 cases reported by noon.

It also said its observers had fact-checked 11 false claims relating to alleged arrests of electoral officials, disruptions, and other developments circulating on social media.

Recommendations
The EU-SDGN Hub urged:
1. INEC to immediately deploy additional personnel and materials to polling units where voting had not commenced, and to activate rapid-response for BVAS malfunctions.
2. Polling-unit results to be properly displayed after counting and promptly uploaded to the appropriate results portal.
3. Security agencies to maintain professional and non-partisan conduct during counting and collation.
4. Political parties and candidates to ensure lawful conduct by agents and to refrain from vote trading and intimidation.
5. The media to refrain from announcing results before official declaration by INEC and to fact-check claims before publication.
6. Voters to vote independently, reject inducements, and report offenses to INEC, security personnel, or accredited observers.

The Hub said its observers would remain deployed at polling units and collation centres to monitor counting, collation and transmission of results through the RA, LGA and state levels.

A comprehensive post-election report will be issued after the declaration of results.

“The election represents an important test for Nigeria’s electoral democracy ahead of the 2027 general elections,” the Hub said. “We remain committed to providing an accurate, evidence-based and impartial account of the election.”

15/08/2026

Tinubu 2027: Women and Youth Group Seeks Collaboration with Bwari Area Council Chairman

By Owen Enemari
August 15, 2026

The National Alliance for Women and Youth in Support of Good Governance has paid a familiarisation visit to the Chairman of Bwari Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory, Hon. Joshua Ishaku Musa, as part of efforts to strengthen support for the re-election bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027.

Building Grassroots Structures for 2027*
Leading the delegation, the President of the group, *Ambassador Esther Elaigwu*, said the visit was aimed at identifying with the leadership of the council and establishing a framework for collaboration and effective coordination ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Elaigwu, who was accompanied by members of the national leadership of the support group, noted that the timing of the visit was significant as preparations and campaigns for the elections would soon commence.

She explained that the delegation also used the opportunity to formally present the *Bwari Area Council executives* of the organisation to the council chairman, to strengthen coordination and ensure effective implementation of the group’s campaign activities in support of President Tinubu’s second-term bid.

*Bwari Chairman Pledges Support*
Responding, Hon. Joshua Ishaku Musa appreciated the group for identifying with his administration and pledged his support for its mission.

Musa commended President Tinubu for what he described as his leadership, administrative sagacity and statesmanship in steering the affairs of the nation towards transformation and economic prosperity.

> “I have been an admirer of Tinubu’s political ideology even before the President assumed the nation’s highest office,” Musa said.

The council chairman also acknowledged what he described as massive infrastructural development in the Federal Capital Territory, as well as economic progress under the Tinubu administration.

Highlighting Council Achievements
Speaking on his administration’s achievements, Musa said several initiatives had been undertaken within a few weeks, attributing the progress partly to increased allocations arising from the economic policies of the Tinubu administration.

“We are currently constructing three roads. We have settled some salary arrears owed to local government staff. We have also provided fertilisers to our farmers to ease the hardship and improve crop yields, while some of our offices are undergoing renovation,” Musa said.

Group Canvasses Support for Renewed Hope Agenda
Also speaking, the Assistant Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the group, Emmanuel Ameh, canvassed support for the re-election of President Tinubu.

Ameh argued that Nigeria’s economy had recorded significant changes since 2023. He said the administration’s economic reforms, particularly the removal of fuel subsidy and the unification of exchange rates, were bold measures that had helped to reposition the country’s economy.

“The reforms were necessary to avert further economic difficulties and place the country on a sustainable path to recovery and growth,” he said.

Similarly, Amb. Lateef Kashimowo said President Tinubu’s economic reforms had helped stabilize the nation’s fluctuating economy and placed Nigeria on a path of growth.

Mobilization Ahead of 2027
The group reiterated its commitment to mobilizing women and young people across communities in support of the Tinubu administration and to strengthening its grassroots structures ahead of the 2027 elections.

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