May 31, 2026
•Ogun, Kogi, Ekiti, Gombe, C-River, Abia, Kwara, Ondo too
By Dayo Johnson, Rotimi Ojomoyela, Shina Abubakar, James Ogunnnaike, Adeola Badru, Olasukanmi Akoni, Ugochukwu Abaribe, Ochuko Akuopha, Ikechukwu Uche, & Demola Akinyemi
The outcome of recent governorship, senatorial and House of Representatives primaries across the country has triggered deepening crises within the major political parties, exposing widening cracks among governors, former governors, senators, political godfathers and entrenched party blocs ahead of the 2027 general elections.
From Delta to Lagos, Kano to Kogi, Ogun to Rivers, allegations of imposition, manipulation, betrayal and state-backed intimidation have dominated political conversations as several influential politicians battle to retain relevance or secure strategic positions before the general election.
