Tonnie Iredia discusses the public perception in Nigeria that the federal government is intimidating opposition political parties, with many believing the goal is to establish a one-party state.
Nigeria's Appeal Court nullified a previous order to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other opposition political parties, a decision hailed by many as a victory for democracy. The court's ruling clears the ADC and others to participate in the 2027 elections.
Opposition political parties in Nigeria, including those led by Atiku Abubakar, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and Peter Obi, convened in Ibadan, Oyo State, to issue what they termed the 'Ibadan Declaration'.
The G100, a coalition of Nigerian opposition politicians, has rescheduled its proposed Summit of Opposition Political Parties from August 18 to Monday, August 31, 2026, following consultations with the six participating political parties.
The Obidient Movement has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration and the APC of using the judiciary to weaken opposition political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori declared Delta a 'no-go area' for opposition political parties during the inauguration of multiple roads in Oko, Asaba, and the awarding of the Phase Two of the Oko Road Project for N16.9 Billion.
Several Serbian opposition political parties have criticized the appointment of Danka Nešović, former acting director of the Fifth Belgrade Gymnasium, to an assistant position, calling it a deliberate humiliation of education workers.
Senthilbalaji has criticized the TVK government, stating it should prioritize addressing public needs and grievances over registering cases against opposition political parties.
A Nigerian court has instructed the electoral agency to deregister one of the country's main opposition political parties along with four others, citing their failure to meet constitutional requirements.
Opposition political parties and leaders in Nigeria are facing significant challenges due to the 2026 Electoral Act, particularly concerning consensus and direct primaries, as they prepare for the 2027 elections.