Morning recap: S’Court to decide ADC, PDP fate, Tinubu names Odumegwu-Ojukwu minister, other top stories

Nigeria’s political landscape faces a defining moment as the Supreme Court of Nigeria prepares to rule on leadership disputes rocking the African Democratic Congress and Peoples Democratic Party, decisions that could reshape opposition dynamics ahead of 2027.

Even before the verdict, cracks have widened within the coalition talks, with loyalists of Peter Obi pushing for a southern candidate amid disagreements over zoning.

Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu has named a new foreign affairs minister as economic pressure mounts with petrol prices climbing towards N1,400 per litre.

Stay with us for full details of each story as the day unfolds.

1. 2027 election: ADC, PDP await crucial S’Court verdict today

The Supreme Court of Nigeria is set to deliver judgment on the leadership crises within the African Democratic Congress and Peoples Democratic Party.

The ruling is expected to determine control of party structures and could significantly influence opposition coalition plans ahead of the 2027 elections.

Read Here: https://punchng.com/2027-election-adc-pdp-await-crucial-scourt-verdict-today/

2. Zoning splits coalition, Obidients demand southern candidate

Supporters of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso have intensified calls for the opposition to field a southern presidential candidate.

However, parties including the African Democratic Congress, New Nigeria People’s Party, and Social Democratic Party remain divided on zoning, with some prioritising electoral viability over regional balance.
Read Here: https://punchng.com/zoning-splits-coalition-obidients-demand-southern-candidate/#

3. I apologise for my mistake, Sisi Alagbo begs fans over leaked sex tape

Social media personality Eniola Fagbemi, popularly known as Sisi Alagbo, has apologised following the leak of a controversial video involving her, her husband, and another woman.

Read Here: https://punchng.com/i-apologise-for-my-mistake-sisi-alagbo-begs-fans-over-leaked-sex-tape/

4. Tinubu elevates Odumegwu-Ojukwu, appoints Enikanolaiye new minister

President Bola Tinubu has elevated Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu to Minister of Foreign Affairs following the resignation of Yusuf Tuggar.

He also nominated Sola Enikanolaiye as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, pending Senate confirmation, in a move seen as part of ongoing cabinet realignments ahead of 2027.

Read Here: https://punchng.com/tinubu-elevates-odumegwu-ojukwu-appoints-enikanolaiye-new-minister/

5. Petrol nears N1,400/litre as Dangote hikes price

Petrol prices are edging towards N1,400 per litre as global oil tensions persist, driven by stalled ceasefire talks in the Middle East and supply uncertainties.

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has increased its gantry price to N1,275, reflecting rising crude oil prices, which climbed to $118 per barrel.

Read Here: https://punchng.com/petrol-nears-n1400-litre-as-dangote-hikes-price/

6. Tinubu removes NMDPRA boss, nominates Rabiu Umar as replacement
President Bola Tinubu has removed the head of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Saidu Mohammed.

He has nominated Rabiu Abdullahi Umar as the new Chief Executive, subject to Senate confirmation, signalling continued restructuring in Nigeria’s oil regulatory.

Read Here: https://punchng.com/tinubu-removes-nmdpra-boss-nominates-rabiu-umar-as-replacement/