Abayomi Arabambi, the National Vice Chairman (South-West) of the Labour Party, has issued a demand for a public retraction, an apology, and N50 billion in compensation from Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). This demand stems from an alleged defamatory statement made by Obi during a podcast interview. A letter from Neplus Ultra Attorneys outlines the ultimatum, giving Obi seven days to respond.

The Association of Young People Against Corruption (AYPA) has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and certain media organizations of biased reporting regarding the trial of former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami. The allegations suggest that the coverage of the trial proceedings has been selective, impacting public perception of the case, according to Tribune Online.

A Federal High Court in Minna, Niger State, has postponed a suit regarding the selection of Prof. Yakubu Mohammed Auna as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Magama/Rijau Federal Constituency. The case, brought by Alhaji Shehu Samaila Auna, is set to be heard again on July 9, 2026, as it seeks to nullify Auna's candidacy ahead of the 2027 general election.

Senator Arise has confirmed that he is filing a lawsuit against the All Progressives Congress (APC) regarding the Ekiti North primary election. He stated that many were misled by claims that only national officers could announce the winners, while the party guidelines outlined a different procedure. Arise emphasized that there were underlying issues that needed to be addressed, and he was cautious not to be misled by the situation.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has sparked political reactions by stating that joining the All Progressives Congress (APC) was his best political decision, while also declaring that he was in the wrong party during his time in the People's Democratic Party (PDP).

A Federal High Court has approved substituted service on Ahmad Lawan in relation to a lawsuit contesting his selection as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Yobe North senatorial seat.