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Osun 2026: We didn’t endorse APC candidate, Oyebamiji – SDP

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3 months ago

July 29, 2026

The Social Democratic Party, SDP, has denied reports that its Osun State chapter has collapsed its structure to support the All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate, Mr Bola Oyebamiji, ahead of the August 15, governorship election.

Recall that a factional Osun SDP Chairman, Mr Remi Omidire, had purportedly adopted Oyebamiji for the poll, in a letter addressed to the APC State Chairman, Alhaji Tajudeen Lawal..

Reacting to the development in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos, the Chairman of SDP State Chairmen in Nigeria, Mr Femi Olaniyi (Ferrari), said the Osun chapter of the party remained intact and had not endorsed any political party or candidate.

Olaniyi said the letter, purportedly signed by Omidire, was false and did not emanate from the authentic leadership of the party in Osun under the leadership of Mr Funsho Fabiyi.

Describing it as the handiwork of mischief makers aimed at misleading the public, Olaniyi, said the Fabiyi-led party leadership had neither collapsed its structure nor entered into any alliance with the APC or its governorship candidate.

He maintained that the party remained committed to contesting the governorship election.

“The Osun State chapter of the SDP has not, and will not, collapse its structure for any political party. SDP is not for sale,” he said.

Olaniyi cautioned those behind the alleged fake news to desist from spreading false information or face legal consequences.

“We warn all perpetrators of this fake news to desist immediately or face the full wrath of the law,” he said.

He reiterated that the SDP remained committed to its mission of rescuing Osun State through the democratic process.

He urged party members and supporters to disregard the report, insisting that the SDP remained focused on its campaign ahead of the governorship election.

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NDC names Obi, Kwankwaso, Dickson to lead 2027 election campaign

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3 hours ago

October 25, 2026

PlateauReports

The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has named its National Leader, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson, to chair its National Campaign Council for the 2027 general elections, with presidential candidate Peter Obi as co-chairman and vice-presidential candidate Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as co-vice-chairman.

In a post on X, the party announced the appointments saying the council would coordinate its campaign activities and mobilise support across the country ahead of the elections.

NDC National Chairman Senator Cleopas Moses Zuwoghe was named vice-chairman, while National Secretary Barrister Ikenna Morgan Enekweizu will serve as council secretary.

Mallam Ibrahim Hussain Abdulkarim was appointed director-general.

The party urged its members and supporters to remain united as it prepares for the elections.

“We call on all party members, supporters, and well-meaning Nigerians to remain united and focused as we work together to rescue our country,” the NDC said.

NDC names Obi, Kwankwaso, Dickson to lead 2027 election campaign

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Euromatch NPFL: Insurance halt Rivers United's unbeaten run , Ikorodu City, 3SC draw

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3 hours ago

October 25, 2026

PlateauReports

Rivers United suffered their first defeat in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season, going down 2-1 to Bendel Insurance at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, on Sunday.

Finidi George's side, however, maintained the top spot on the table despite the disappointing defeat.

Bendel Insurance broke the deadlock in the 48th minute through Freeman Wuchirwe.

Chijioke Mbaoma levelled for Rivers United 17 minutes from time.

Jonathan James secured maximum points for the hosts in stoppage time.

At the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos, Ikorodu City rallied from two goals down to force Shooting Stars to a 2-2 draw.

Shooting Stars led 2-0 courtesy of goals from Taofeek Otaniyi and Desmond Ojietefian.

The home team, however, rallied to earn a share of the spoils, with Donald Obiajulu bagging a brace.

Four-time champions Kano Pillars bounced back from last weekend's disappointing defeat to Plateau United, earning a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Warri Wolves in Ozoro.

Full results

Bendel Insurance 2-1 Rivers United

Barau 1-1 Kwara United

Abia Warriors 0-1 Niger Tornadoes

Ikorodu City 2-2 Shooting Stars

Kun Khalifat 1-0 Inter Lagos

Nasarawa United 1-0 Enyimba

Warri Wolves 0-0 Kano Pillars.

Euromatch NPFL: Insurance halt Rivers United’s unbeaten run , Ikorodu City, 3SC draw